John Paul II Primary in Viewpark is now illuminated by an imaginative new chandelier which is made up of bottles, plastic cups, rulers, hanging pencils, energy saving light bulbs and portraits of the pupils who helped in the design of the project. The top layer of the chandelier consists of Irn Bru bottles donated by Barr's Company.

The school embarked on the adventurous project to support their bid for an Eco Flag Award which promotes positive attitudes about the environment. The long term aim with is to connect the chandelier to an alternative power source which will generate power for the light from within the school.

Council Leader Jim McCabe, said: "This is a fantastic project and provides a very impressive feature as you enter the school. The hard work and the outstanding design put in by the pupils is a credit to the school and highlights the tremendous artistic talents of the youngsters in Viewpark."

The Eco Chandelier was achieved with the assistance of the Cultural Coordination Programme in North Lanarkshire, supported by the Scottish Arts Council with the 'We are Curious' design company taking responsibility for the delivery of the project.

Councillor Jim Logue, Convener of Learning and Leisure Services, added: "The outcome of this exciting scheme is a truly original work of art which will not only fascinate and impress visitors to the school, but will continue to inspire young people to stretch their creative imagination.