Antonine Centre

Despite these criticisms, much of the surrounding area contains sought after residential property and is located for ease of access to the major conurbations.

have remarked that the new centre seems to have been designed to complement the architecture and look of the existing structures, which are so disliked by the majority of local residents.

[8] North Lanarkshire council Deputy Leader Jim Smith stated that the aims of the centre were to "Bring new jobs, new opportunities, new investment and new life into Cumbernauld (and) help make sure local money stays local by encouraging people to stay in the town instead of heading for Edinburgh, Stirling or Glasgow".

[9] The building incorporates the historic clock from St Enoch railway station in Glasgow, made famous in the 1981 film Gregory's Girl.

[11] The centre contains four "civic spaces" for community use,[10] and a commemorative artwork commissioned to mark the 50th anniversary of the town of Cumbernauld.