In January 1979, an intolerable situation existed in Blantyre. An agreement had been reached by Hamilton District Council with ASDA to provide a new store and work had even started on clearing the site. However, there was ONE major obstacle. The Co-op. Disgruntled at losing out to another supermarket, the Co-op had formally issued […]
In 1979, Blantyre Community Council were looking to engage more with the youth of the town. Recognising there was a definite lack of facilities for youngsters to do, they prepared a questionnaire which went out to every secondary pupil in Blantyre, asking for advice and recommendations. It was an excellent idea allowing young people to […]