Key Highlights
- Motherwell’s three 20-storey tower blocks are set to be demolished today.
- The blocks have stood as a landmark for over 50 years and provided 351 homes before they were scheduled for removal.
- An exclusion zone will be in place from 8:30am to 4pm, covering 313 homes and 11 businesses.
- Safety is the council’s priority as demolition experts carefully plan the process to minimize disruption.
Demolition of Motherwell Tower Blocks Set for Today
Today, December 7, 2025, marks a significant milestone in Motherwell’s urban landscape. The three imposing 20-storey tower blocks that have stood as landmarks between Dalziel Street and Wilson Street for over half a century are set to be demolished.
A Historical Landmark
The demolition of these tower blocks is part of the council’s ongoing efforts to re-provision housing. These structures, which once housed 351 residents, have now been emptied as they were slated for removal under the council’s tower re-provisioning programme.
Ensuring Safety and Minimizing Disruption
To ensure that the demolition is carried out safely and with minimal disruption to nearby residents and businesses, an exclusion zone will be in place from 8:30am to 4pm today. This zone covers approximately 313 homes and 11 businesses within a designated area.
Despite concerns about the inevitable dust that comes with such large-scale demolition projects, strict controls are being put in place to mitigate any adverse effects on local residents and businesses. The council is committed to keeping these measures as stringent as possible to protect public health and minimize disruption.
Community Impact
In a statement, Stephen Llewellyn, the council’s Chief Officer (Housing), emphasized the importance of this project: “We’re pleased to now have a confirmed date for this important milestone in Motherwell. This has been a complex process, and I’d like to thank residents and businesses nearby for their patience and understanding.”
He further stated that safety is the council’s absolute priority, with every step carefully planned by expert demolition engineers to ensure the blowdown is executed safely and with as little disruption as possible. “This will be the beginning of a new chapter for the site, and we’ll continue to work closely with the local community as the area is cleared and prepared for future development,” Llewellyn added.
While this marks the end of an era for these iconic tower blocks, it also heralds the start of new possibilities for the area. The council continues its commitment to providing 6,000 homes by 2035 while simultaneously regenerating town centres across North Lanarkshire.
Residents and businesses in the surrounding areas will be closely following how this process unfolds.
For now, Motherwell residents can expect a temporary change in their daily routines as the council works to ensure a safe and orderly demolition today. The community is advised to plan accordingly for any potential disruptions during these hours.
