Clackmannanshire

British

/ -ʃə, klækˈmænənˌʃɪə /

noun

a council area and historical county of central Scotland; became part of the Central region in 1975 but reinstated as an independent unitary authority in 1996; mainly agricultural. Administrative centre: Alloa. Pop: 47 680 (2003 est). Area: 142 sq km (55 sq miles)

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More than 250 people from 97 homes in the village of Coalsnaugton, Clackmannanshire, were told to leave their homes after the ground movement was discovered in May.

From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026

On Friday, Clackmannanshire Council issued dangerous building notices for a further six properties while an investigation is ongoing.

From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026

A Clackmannanshire Council spokesperson said: "We recognise this is a worrying time for the affected residents and we will engage directly with them to ensure they receive clear information and support."

From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026

Meanwhile eight-year-old Joseph Erskine, from Clackmannanshire, needed weeks of treatment and a skin graft after a toy burst across his chest and hand in May.

From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026

On leaving the army he for a time took up political life as member of Parliament for Clackmannanshire.

From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg

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