Bridge torched by vandals '¨has to be torn down
The bridge, located between Kelvin Drive and Bridgend Place, suffered significant damage after vandals set it ablaze in two recent incidents.
After consultation with local elected members, North Lanarkshire Council has taken the decision to remove the structure to protect public safety.
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Hide AdContractor Taymore has been commissioned to remove the bridge, with work due to start on Tuesday, May 3.
The bridge was installed in 2010 with funding from the Forestry Commission, as part of a woodland improvement project in the Glen.
A council spokesperson said: “The bridge has been repeatedly vandalised.
“The council has carried out a number of repairs, including replacing parts of the wooden deck with metal.
“Access to the Glen will be maintained via the smaller bridge at Bridgend Place.
“The council will investigate the possibility of replacing the bridge at a future date.”