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Householders across Lanarkshire complained of having “filthy” water coming out of their taps during September and October last year, caused by the naturallyoccurring substance and plunging reservoir levels.
The utility company says further investment is also needed to meet growing challenges stemming from increasingly extreme weather such as the impact of record-breaking hot temperatures, dry spells, storms and resultant flooding; which is likely to “impact on customer charges”.
Scottish Water called the six months from April to September 2021, covered in its newly-published interim performance and prospects report, “one of the most challenging and extraordinary periods” it has encountered.
It notes that “major investment is needed to transform the way [the provider] operates to ensure customers continue to receive the standard of service they expect”, and “estimates it needs to double investment in the next 20 years to replace ageing assets and tackle climate change impacts”.
The report noted that last summer’s extended hot and dry weather led to a 40 per cent increase in demand, requiring an extra million litres per day compared to normal;
One of North Lanarkshire Leisure’s flagship facilities is to re-open this month.
A council spokesman confirmed the gym and fitness studios will be reopening at the Aquatec in Motherwell from February 14.
It follows essential maintenance work being completed, including the replacement of boilers and gym equipment repairs.
A NL Leisure statement published online read: “We are delighted to announce that following essential maintenance works, the
Aquatec gym and studios will be reopening on Monday, February 14.
“We thank you for your patience and support during this period and can’t wait to welcome you back to our venue.”
Over the past few months the Aquatec has also been used as a COVID-19 testing centre in Lanarkshire.
In 2017, the new-look Aquatec re-opened after a £225,000 facelift with improvements made to the pool and the health suite.