The Lord Lieutenant congratulated locals from North Lanarkshire who have been recognised by the Queen in the New Year’s Honours’ List at a reception in the Civic Centre in Motherwell on 22 February 2018.
A special ceremony to honour WW1 Victoria Cross recipient William Clamp has taken place on the 100th anniversary of his death at the Cenotaph in Motherwell.
The Lanarkshire soldier, born in Craigneuk, earned his medal for outstanding bravery and sacrifice during the Great War 1914 – 1918.
A commemorative paving stone has now been dedicated in his memory in the Duchess of Hamilton Park to providing a lasting legacy within the local community. Continue reading →