Financial Inclusion Network
FIN News: 26 August 2026
Welcome to this week's Financial Inclusion Network news
The Financial Inclusion Network is an informal group of over 250 members taken from the Public and Third Sectors which covers all areas of South Lanarkshire. This network is to share information from a wide range of themes. We hope to provide a new update each week that can be accessed by all members at any time to see what is going on in the area under the headings below. If you would like an item included within our weekly news, please complete our short online form here: https://forms.office.com/e/Ht5w7iAuFi. For further information, please email communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Money is not the only problem – Getting Involved
Getting involved in your community can help you become a part of something and give you chances to learn new things, make friends and make a difference to others. This section shows some ways that you can do that - https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/directory/182/money_is_not_the_only_problem/category/525
Move Forward Movement
At Move Forward Movement we are dedicated to empowering individuals and organisations to navigate business and life’s challenges and foster meaningful, healthy connections, both within themselves and with their communities.
Our new Befriending service, which address Isolation, builds confidence and connections in our community.
Phone:- 07918754541
Email:- enquiries@moveforwardmovement.org
Website:- https://www.moveforwardmovement.org/
South Lanarkshire Galas and Festivals Fund
We are pleased to let you know that the South Lanarkshire Galas and Festivals Fund is now open for applications. The fund supports free, inclusive community galas, festivals and events that celebrate the history, identity and traditions of our local communities. Application deadline: Midnight on Friday 28 August
If your organisation is planning a community gala, festival or celebration, we encourage you to apply.
Full guidance, eligibility criteria and the online application form are available on the South Lanarkshire Council website:
If you have any questions about the fund or the application process, please don't hesitate to get in touch – communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Have your say on Council Plan
Everyone in South Lanarkshire is being encouraged to have their say on the Council Plan, Connect. Consultation is now underway on the plan, which sets out the council’s vision, values and priorities for the future - https://www.southlanarkshireview.scot/news/article/3004/Have_your_say_on_Council_Plan
Coalburn Miners Welfare – Vacancy
We are looking for a Kype Muir Community Partnership Development Officer to collaborate with local people, community groups and partners. Flexible working 28 hours per week with a salary range of £28,000 to £31,000.
For more information or to apply send a CV and a covering letter to info@coalburnmw.org.uk
Changeworks
Visit our website to see the great work we are providing to help, support and advise ensuring that households can reduce energy costs and make their homes energy efficient. You can also sign up for our free monthly newsletter which provides energy saving tips each month - https://www.changeworks.org.uk/
