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Fulfilment was enlightening to community alarm technician

Fulfilment was enlightening to community alarm technician

Published: Friday, 08 November 2024

Community alarms are vital to some older residents, but Paul McVey found that they brought a new aspect to his life, too.

Specially funded chewing gum removal project completed

Specially funded chewing gum removal project completed

Published: Monday, 04 November 2024

A chewing gum clean-up project using funds exclusively to tackle the scourge across our streets has been successfully completed.

Report bonfires and keep everyone safe

Report bonfires and keep everyone safe

Published: Friday, 01 November 2024

Everyone is being urged to report potentially dangerous bonfires to the council again this year.

New month puts team on winter alert

New month puts team on winter alert

Published: Friday, 01 November 2024

Council Roads teams are officially on stand-by for the winter season.

Decade of the benefits of health walks

Decade of the benefits of health walks

Published: Thursday, 31 October 2024

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Get Walking Lanarkshire is highlighting the benefits of a health walk.

Can Do funding is kids play for bowling club

Can Do funding is kids play for bowling club

Published: Wednesday, 30 October 2024

A club in Cambuslang has secured funding of nearly £10,000 to ensure outdoor bowling is more inclusive for young people.

Trading Standards resume fireworks sales focus

Trading Standards resume fireworks sales focus

Published: Monday, 28 October 2024

Trading Standards Officers continue to work with young volunteers to test purchase fireworks.

Share your views on leisure and cultural services

Share your views on leisure and cultural services

Published: Friday, 25 October 2024

Residents across South Lanarkshire are being asked for their views on leisure and cultural services.

Winter Awareness Week - the facts and figures

Winter Awareness Week - the facts and figures

Published: Friday, 25 October 2024

Today marks the end of Winter Awareness Week 2024 - our annual spotlight on how we plan for the season ahead. 

Winter Awareness Week - flooding

Winter Awareness Week - flooding

Published: Thursday, 24 October 2024

As well as the risks posed by snow, ice and low temperatures, winter in Scotland can present another big challenge - flooding.

Winter Awareness Week - planning ahead

Winter Awareness Week - planning ahead

Published: Wednesday, 23 October 2024

We are halfway through our annual Winter Awareness Week - and today's spotlight is on journey planning.

Winter Awareness Week - winter driving

Winter Awareness Week - winter driving

Published: Tuesday, 22 October 2024

As motorists know, driving demands constant care and attention … but in winter added planning and skills are needed.

Winter Awareness Week 2024 - be prepared

Winter Awareness Week 2024 - be prepared

Published: Monday, 21 October 2024

Today marks the start of Winter Awareness Week – our annual spotlight on issues to be aware of as the new season approaches.

Road safety brings young ambassadors all together

Road safety brings young ambassadors all together

Published: Thursday, 17 October 2024

All Together for Road Safety was the theme at this year’s Junior Road Safety Officer Open Day.

Partners combine expertise in tackling substance and alcohol use

Partners combine expertise in tackling substance and alcohol use

Published: Wednesday, 16 October 2024

A partnership event has united South Lanarkshire in tackling substance and alcohol use.

Spectacular fireworks display at Strathclyde Park

Spectacular fireworks display at Strathclyde Park

Published: Monday, 14 October 2024

A public fireworks display will be held at Strathclyde Country Park on Tuesday 5 November.

Council premises are welcoming to breastfeeding mums

Council premises are welcoming to breastfeeding mums

Published: Friday, 11 October 2024

Breastfeeding mums are assured of a warm welcome at council buildings across South Lanarkshire.

Council cracks down on sale of vapes to children

Council cracks down on sale of vapes to children

Published: Friday, 04 October 2024

Consumer and Trading Standards have revealed the results of a test purchase exercise focused on the sale of single-use vapes.

 Rutherglen roads in line for £175k improvement works

Rutherglen roads in line for £175k improvement works

Published: Tuesday, 01 October 2024

Significant road improvement works are planned for Rutherglen this month – representing a £175,000 investment in the network.

Get on your bike and help make the environment more sustainable

Get on your bike and help make the environment more sustainable

Published: Friday, 27 September 2024

A previously derelict piece of land is now home to a cycle park promoting sustainable travel and recreation for everyone.

Woodland group making a real impact on climate

Woodland group making a real impact on climate

Published: Thursday, 26 September 2024

A former coal mining area has been transformed into a community woodland.

Planting trees is a cool way to help urban area

Planting trees is a cool way to help urban area

Published: Wednesday, 25 September 2024

Almost 2000 trees have now been planted in the Blantyre area which will have a positive impact on the urban environment.

Nowhere to Grow shares success story during Climate Week

Nowhere to Grow shares success story during Climate Week

Published: Tuesday, 24 September 2024

Universal Connections EK keeps on growing thanks to two Climate Emergency and Resilience Fund Grants.

Bee aware - Climate Week starts today

Bee aware - Climate Week starts today

Published: Monday, 23 September 2024

To highlight the goals of Climate Week the council is promoting good work being carried out across our communities.

Booking system starts from next week

Booking system starts from next week

Published: Monday, 26 August 2024

Visits to all Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) in South Lanarkshire will now need to be booked in advance.

Ensuring safety and reassurance at home in the digital age

Ensuring safety and reassurance at home in the digital age

Published: Friday, 23 August 2024

After jobs welcoming customers who came to her, Caty Cameron now helps people in their own homes – and couldn’t be happier.

Make sure you are registered to vote

Make sure you are registered to vote

Published: Tuesday, 13 August 2024

Residents across Lanarkshire are being urged to ensure they are on the electoral register.

Ambitious agreement to tackle health and care challenges

Ambitious agreement to tackle health and care challenges

Published: Friday, 09 August 2024

South Lanarkshire Council has pledged to work with other key partners to tackle health and care challenges.

Joy for those achieving success, and help for those who need it

Joy for those achieving success, and help for those who need it

Published: Tuesday, 06 August 2024

Young people from across South Lanarkshire will today begin to receive their exam results.

Graffiti causes offence… and is a criminal offence.

Graffiti causes offence… and is a criminal offence.

Published: Friday, 02 August 2024

Graffiti takes a moment to scrawl but the offence and upset it causes last long afterwards.

New bins boost recycling rates in Rutherglen

New bins boost recycling rates in Rutherglen

Published: Friday, 26 July 2024

Recycling rates in an area of Rutherglen have increased from zero to 100% in just a few weeks. 

Apply now for Charitable Trust’s anti-poverty funding

Apply now for Charitable Trust’s anti-poverty funding

Published: Tuesday, 23 July 2024

Applications are open for funding from the South Lanarkshire Charitable Trust.

Call to get on board new Rail Skills Academy

Call to get on board new Rail Skills Academy

Published: Monday, 22 July 2024

Young people are being offered the chance to join South Lanarkshire’s first academy for jobs in the rail industry.

Showcasing community benefits of South Lanarkshire’s Unpaid Work Service

Showcasing community benefits of South Lanarkshire’s Unpaid Work Service

Published: Wednesday, 17 July 2024

The positive impact of the Social Work Justice Unpaid Work Service is being showcased in local communities in the coming weeks.

Three of our parks awarded Green Flag status again

Three of our parks awarded Green Flag status again

Published: Tuesday, 16 July 2024

Cambuslang Park, Castlebank Park in Lanark and Strathaven Park are among 80 parks across Scotland achieving a Green Flag Award.

Council gets funding to help clean up chewing gum

Council gets funding to help clean up chewing gum

Published: Friday, 12 July 2024

The council will again be out and about targeting the thoughtlessly discarded chewing gum that is the scourge of our streets.

Library project helps pupils put pen to podcast

Library project helps pupils put pen to podcast

Published: Thursday, 11 July 2024

Two secondary school pupils recently had the opportunity to try their hand as literary podcasters.

Financial pressure to continue for council

Financial pressure to continue for council

Published: Friday, 28 June 2024

South Lanarkshire Council is facing a budget gap of more than £77 million over the next three financial years.

Everybody urged to do their bit on Clean Air Day

Everybody urged to do their bit on Clean Air Day

Published: Thursday, 20 June 2024

Clean air is essential for good health and wellbeing as well as being good for our planet.

Changing from car to bus is a breath of fresh air

Changing from car to bus is a breath of fresh air

Published: Thursday, 13 June 2024

Ditching her car for the bus has allowed Sharon McCafferty to arrive relaxed and better prepared for the working day.

Volunteers work boosted through Community Planning Partnership

Volunteers work boosted through Community Planning Partnership

Published: Friday, 07 June 2024

This week is volunteer week with the Community Planning Partnership helping support organisations across South Lanarkshire.

2300 bags of rubbish gathered during clean-up campaign

2300 bags of rubbish gathered during clean-up campaign

Published: Wednesday, 05 June 2024

More than nine tonnes of carelessly discarded waste was collected during the council’s annual rural roads clear-up programme.

Reassurance over bandstand after fire

Reassurance over bandstand after fire

Published: Tuesday, 04 June 2024

The council has moved to reassure communities in Rutherglen following a significant fire at Overtoun Bandstand.

Successful showcase for sensory support in South Lanarkshire

Successful showcase for sensory support in South Lanarkshire

Published: Tuesday, 04 June 2024

The first in a series of events to showcase help for people with sensory support needs has met with a highly positive response.

Calum champions the cause of veterans

Calum champions the cause of veterans

Published: Thursday, 30 May 2024

A case manager in the council’s Unpaid Work Service has been recognised nationally for his own voluntary work.

Report says pupils get very positive support

Report says pupils get very positive support

Published: Tuesday, 28 May 2024

A report by Education Scotland has highlighted the very positive support given to pupils at a primary school in Cambuslang.

Event will help with hearing and sight

Event will help with hearing and sight

Published: Tuesday, 21 May 2024

Help for people who have sensory support needs will be explained and demonstrated at an event in Hamilton next week.

Rifleman Khan welcomes everyone to museum

Rifleman Khan welcomes everyone to museum

Published: Tuesday, 14 May 2024

To launch a series of exhibitions relating to World War II, Low Parks Museum is holding a special event to mark Cameronian Day.

Group's delight as sustainable wish in shreds

Group's delight as sustainable wish in shreds

Published: Wednesday, 08 May 2024

A paper shredding company has fulfilled a local group’s ‘wish’ to help its community become more sustainable. 

Autism charity has its wish granted

Autism charity has its wish granted

Published: Friday, 03 May 2024

A Lanarkshire-wide charity that assists children with autism is itself being supported through the Community Wish List.

Food for thought as primary school pupils win book challenge

Food for thought as primary school pupils win book challenge

Published: Tuesday, 23 April 2024

St Patrick’s Primary School and Nursery had the highest uptake in their area for this year's special World Book Day themed menu.

Group is bowled over by wish list cash boost

Group is bowled over by wish list cash boost

Published: Friday, 12 April 2024

A local group has been bowled over by the results of their application to the council’s Community Wish List (CWL).

Prepare a new Local Place Plan for your area

Prepare a new Local Place Plan for your area

Published: Wednesday, 10 April 2024

A Local Development Plan (LDP) is being prepared by the council that will be shaped by the views and aspirations of communities.

Everyone urged to have their say on improving energy efficiency

Everyone urged to have their say on improving energy efficiency

Published: Thursday, 28 March 2024

There is still plenty of time to take part in a public consultation on the council’s Local Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategy.

Community fund cash boost for food bank

Community fund cash boost for food bank

Published: Friday, 22 March 2024

Participatory Budgeting is helping a Rutherglen group to support local people through the cost-of-living crisis. 

Compostable waste still being wasted

Compostable waste still being wasted

Published: Friday, 22 March 2024

Everyone is being urged to make sure that they are using the correct bin for food and garden waste.

Artwork tells of young people’s feelings on justice

Artwork tells of young people’s feelings on justice

Published: Thursday, 21 March 2024

One of the final events of a groundbreaking project has gone right to the ’art of the matter.

Burnhill Action Group secures community fund boost

Burnhill Action Group secures community fund boost

Published: Wednesday, 20 March 2024

A £5000 Participatory Budget (PB) grant will help improve and maintain a formerly derelict area now back in community use.

Friends reunited by lost football trophy

Friends reunited by lost football trophy

Published: Tuesday, 19 March 2024

A chance visit to a local library has brought old school friends back together after nearly 40 years.

Everyone encouraged to spring into litter clean-up

Everyone encouraged to spring into litter clean-up

Published: Friday, 15 March 2024

The council is supporting Spring Clean Scotland – the national anti-litter campaign that kicks off today.

Rural road litter clearing campaign continues next week

Rural road litter clearing campaign continues next week

Published: Friday, 08 March 2024

Our clean-up teams will be clearing litter and thoughtlessly discarded waste along rural roads in Cambuslang next week.

Funding lets group help community with cost of living

Funding lets group help community with cost of living

Published: Thursday, 22 February 2024

Residents in Rutherglen’s Burnhill will be helped with the cost of living after a funding bid by their community group.

Martial arts school given go ahead for new lease of life to local centre

Martial arts school given go ahead for new lease of life to local centre

Published: Thursday, 15 February 2024

The former David Milne Centre in Uddingston is to be taken over by Rivals School of Martial Arts.

Local literary hero to be celebrated in Hamilton

Local literary hero to be celebrated in Hamilton

Published: Tuesday, 13 February 2024

A South Lanarkshire ‘literary hero’ will be celebrated this month in Hamilton just a stone’s throw from where he went to school.

Ruby is the calendar champion for 2024

Ruby is the calendar champion for 2024

Published: Monday, 12 February 2024

It was a natural choice this year for the winner of the council’s Road Safety Calendar Competition.

Concern over roads funding crisis

Concern over roads funding crisis

Published: Tuesday, 06 February 2024

The condition of roads and related infrastructure in South Lanarkshire faces worrying levels of decline due to funding pressure.

Council clear-up after storms Isha and Jocelyn

Council clear-up after storms Isha and Jocelyn

Published: Friday, 26 January 2024

Roads and grounds services teams have been working hard to keep residents and businesses safe and mobile this week.

Fly tipping and roadside litter getting worse

Fly tipping and roadside litter getting worse

Published: Wednesday, 24 January 2024

Everyone is again being urged to dispose of their litter correctly and not dump waste on our streets.

Locals’ views sought on leisure and culture

Locals’ views sought on leisure and culture

Published: Friday, 29 December 2023

Residents’ views are continuing to be sought on leisure and culture in South Lanarkshire with a second phase of consultation.

Christmas is for giving not for dumping

Christmas is for giving not for dumping

Published: Friday, 22 December 2023

Everyone is being urged to help cut the blight of fly-tipping and littering – a problem that can grow during the festive period.

South Lanarkshire pupils are top of the class

South Lanarkshire pupils are top of the class

Published: Wednesday, 20 December 2023

South Lanarkshire pupils are outperforming the national average for literacy and numeracy at almost every key level.

Local decisions bring funding and fun for all in Burnhill

Local decisions bring funding and fun for all in Burnhill

Published: Friday, 15 December 2023

A year of fun events lies ahead for local people after a successful funding bid by Burnhill Action Group.

Community grants a wish for life’s essentials

Community grants a wish for life’s essentials

Published: Wednesday, 13 December 2023

The latest group to benefit from the council’s Community Wish List are survivors of sexual violence.

Frontline First hit squad cleans up historic monument

Frontline First hit squad cleans up historic monument

Published: Monday, 11 December 2023

The Council Leader has praised the ongoing work of the council’s special grounds teams for their work improving the local area.

Focus is on town centre ahead of 'Rutherglen 900'

Focus is on town centre ahead of 'Rutherglen 900'

Published: Friday, 10 November 2023

A draft Town Centre Strategy and Action Plan has been prepared to ensure Scotland’s oldest Royal Burgh is fit for the future. 

Young volunteers will help ensure firework safety

Young volunteers will help ensure firework safety

Published: Wednesday, 01 November 2023

Trading Standards Officers will be working with young volunteers in a fireworks test purchase scheme over the next fortnight. 

A South Lanarkshire winter – the facts of the matter

A South Lanarkshire winter – the facts of the matter

Published: Friday, 27 October 2023

Much is talked about regarding our roads in wintertime, but there are a few facts that may not be realised.

Flooding risks rise in winter

Flooding risks rise in winter

Published: Thursday, 26 October 2023

For the fourth day of our annual Winter Awareness Week, we are looking at another significant challenge - flooding.

Planning ahead makes driving easier and safer

Planning ahead makes driving easier and safer

Published: Wednesday, 25 October 2023

Journey planning can make all the difference for you as a driver in wintry conditions.

Brush up on your winter-driving tips

Brush up on your winter-driving tips

Published: Tuesday, 24 October 2023

Driving always requires constant care and attention but during winter specific skills should also be used.

Get ready for winter on the roads

Get ready for winter on the roads

Published: Friday, 20 October 2023

With the unpredictable nature of our weather, it’s wise to prepare early for driving on winter roads.

Bin it right - keep up the climate fight

Bin it right - keep up the climate fight

Published: Monday, 16 October 2023

We all like to think that we are recycling everything that we can by putting everything in the correct wheelie bin.

Have your say on future of your services

Have your say on future of your services

Published: Monday, 16 October 2023

Like local authorities across Scotland, South Lanarkshire Council is facing unprecedented financial challenges.

Tom still in tune at 100

Tom still in tune at 100

Published: Friday, 13 October 2023

Thomas Small has celebrated his 100th birthday in the same house he has lived in for 75 years.

Frozen will bring smiles with sing-along and fun

Frozen will bring smiles with sing-along and fun

Published: Friday, 13 October 2023

It may be getting cooler outside, but sometimes being Frozen just makes you want to sing.

Dream of paying tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Dream of paying tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Published: Thursday, 12 October 2023

Fans of Fleetwood Mac will be going their own way to Lanark Memorial Hall this weekend.

Views sought on how to deliver better community services

Views sought on how to deliver better community services

Published: Tuesday, 03 October 2023

South Lanarkshire community planning partnership is seeking everyone’s views on what decisions can be made to improve our area.

Voter ID needed for upcoming by-election

Voter ID needed for upcoming by-election

Published: Wednesday, 20 September 2023

Voter ID is required for anyone eligible to vote in the forthcoming Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election.

Keeping children safe on two wheels is a primary objective

Keeping children safe on two wheels is a primary objective

Published: Friday, 08 September 2023

Training to help children to be safe on two wheels is continuing throughout South Lanarkshire.

Make a difference by becoming a Children’s Hearing panel member

Make a difference by becoming a Children’s Hearing panel member

Published: Monday, 28 August 2023

Children’s Hearings Scotland is looking for volunteers to help make a difference in your community.

Giving a new life to frightened and alone young people

Giving a new life to frightened and alone young people

Published: Thursday, 10 August 2023

One of the most fulfilling ways to help others is to offer safety and refuge to children who have been forced to flee horrors.

Still time to get your treasure trail tokens

Still time to get your treasure trail tokens

Published: Wednesday, 02 August 2023

There are still some bike hire tokens left for anyone wishing to take part in a treasure trail.

Can Do Community Challenge Fund launched

Can Do Community Challenge Fund launched

Published: Tuesday, 01 August 2023

The Can Do Community Challenge Fund has now been launched to support eligible organisations, including community councils.

Not binning glass damages more than just the scenery

Not binning glass damages more than just the scenery

Published: Thursday, 20 July 2023

Broken glass is not only an eyesore - it can also seriously injure people and their pets.

Local parks keep the flag flying for award-winning green spaces

Local parks keep the flag flying for award-winning green spaces

Published: Wednesday, 19 July 2023

Three South Lanarkshire parks have received a Green Flag Award – making it a stunning 29 wins for them in the last 11 years.

Views sought on the council’s new local transport strategy

Views sought on the council’s new local transport strategy

Published: Tuesday, 18 July 2023

The council is looking for everyone’s views as it starts to set out its new Local Transport Strategy.

Council gets grant to help clean up chewing gum

Council gets grant to help clean up chewing gum

Published: Monday, 17 July 2023

The council has been given a grant of £24,614 to help remove the chewing gum that blights South Lanarkshire’s streets.

Using ‘common sense’ avoids rubbish and fire raising problems

Using ‘common sense’ avoids rubbish and fire raising problems

Published: Friday, 14 July 2023

The council and Scottish Fire and Rescue Service are holding a series of drop-in events to help everyone keep their areas safer.

Graffiti is a blot on a community’s landscape… and illegal

Graffiti is a blot on a community’s landscape… and illegal

Published: Thursday, 13 July 2023

Graffiti takes a moment to scrawl but causes lasting offence and upset while also presenting a poor image of a neighbourhood.

Volunteer walkers sought to lead the way

Volunteer walkers sought to lead the way

Published: Wednesday, 12 July 2023

A Lanarkshire-based project that runs short walks every week is looking for new volunteers.

Open days to support projects needing unpaid work

Open days to support projects needing unpaid work

Published: Monday, 10 July 2023

Are you a charitable organisation, community / voluntary group, or an individual project needing unpaid workers?

Let's keep communities clean and safe this summer

Let's keep communities clean and safe this summer

Published: Thursday, 06 July 2023

The council is urging residents across South Lanarkshire to protect and respect their communities this summer.

Seniors put Age-Friendly communities into action

Seniors put Age-Friendly communities into action

Published: Wednesday, 05 July 2023

The Seniors Together project is hosting a series of events designed to help older people navigate the cost-of-living crisis. 

New homes in Larkhall now complete

New homes in Larkhall now complete

Published: Wednesday, 05 July 2023

A total of 38 new council homes have been built in Larkhall.

Free event to set businesses on path to net zero

Free event to set businesses on path to net zero

Published: Wednesday, 24 May 2023

A free event will help businesses on their journey towards a net zero future.

Report highlights highly effective leadership at primary and nursery

Report highlights highly effective leadership at primary and nursery

Published: Tuesday, 23 May 2023

Cathkin Primary School and Nursery has been praised in a report by Education Scotland.

High praise for secondary school following inspection

High praise for secondary school following inspection

Published: Tuesday, 16 May 2023

A report from Education Scotland has highlighted the leadership and strengths of the teaching community at Stonelaw High School.

Dumping soil and garden waste is still illegal

Dumping soil and garden waste is still illegal

Published: Thursday, 11 May 2023

The council would like to remind everyone that dumping soil and other garden waste on council or private land is still illegal.

Rural roads clean-up campaign lifts 14 tonnes of rubbish

Rural roads clean-up campaign lifts 14 tonnes of rubbish

Published: Thursday, 04 May 2023

More than 2800 bin bags - or 14 tonnes - of litter was collected during the council’s recent rural roads clear-up campaign.

Act fast to follow Carluke company’s award success

Act fast to follow Carluke company’s award success

Published: Monday, 24 April 2023

If you have a sweet tooth, there’s a very good chance you’ll have enjoyed the taste of Carluke firm R&W Scott’s products.

Business team provides package to keep firm moving

Business team provides package to keep firm moving

Published: Wednesday, 19 April 2023

An award-winning firm has grown and become more sustainable with financial support from the council’s Economic Development team.

State-of-the-art care facility welcomes first service users

State-of-the-art care facility welcomes first service users

Published: Friday, 14 April 2023

One of the first service users at South Lanarkshire’s new care facility has told of his delight with the support he is receiving

Adoption and Fostering cafe drop in at Calderglen Country Park

Adoption and Fostering cafe drop in at Calderglen Country Park

Published: Monday, 03 April 2023

Anyone who would like to help care for young people is being invited to a drop-in event at Calderglen Country Park this week.

Report now online on preventing offending in South Lanarkshire

Report now online on preventing offending in South Lanarkshire

Published: Thursday, 30 March 2023

The work to reduce offending can be seen publicly with the Community Justice Partnership’s latest Annual Report now online.

Community alarms cost increase is capped

Community alarms cost increase is capped

Published: Wednesday, 29 March 2023

An increase in the charge for a community alarm system used by 5,400 South Lanarkshire residents has been capped by councillors.

Infinity flag is flying high for the autistic community

Infinity flag is flying high for the autistic community

Published: Monday, 27 March 2023

South Lanarkshire is flying the flag for the autistic community – literally.

Rural litter campaign targets Cambuslang and Rutherglen

Rural litter campaign targets Cambuslang and Rutherglen

Published: Friday, 24 March 2023

Over the next two weekends our rural roads litter campaign will be targeting roads in the Cambuslang and Rutherglen areas.

Help tackle fly tipping in your communities

Help tackle fly tipping in your communities

Published: Friday, 17 March 2023

The council always targets the worst fly tipping areas but needs your help to reduce these acts of illegal, selfish behaviour.

Social work could work for you

Social work could work for you

Published: Monday, 13 March 2023

Now is the time for soon to be qualified and existing social workers to apply to our Adult and Older People's Services team.

Lazuli crowned winner of Battle of the Bands 2023

Lazuli crowned winner of Battle of the Bands 2023

Published: Monday, 13 March 2023

All girl group ‘Lazuli’ from Stonelaw High School came out on top against stiff competition at this year's Battle of the Bands.

Lanarkshire businesses invited to shine at annual awards

Lanarkshire businesses invited to shine at annual awards

Published: Friday, 03 March 2023

The 2023 Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards have been launched by South and North Lanarkshire Councils.

VisitLanarkshire website relaunch to boost tourism year-round

VisitLanarkshire website relaunch to boost tourism year-round

Published: Friday, 24 February 2023

A new website for VisitLanarkshire has been launched to highlight that Lanarkshire is a fantastic place to visit all year round.

Rutherglen Ladies FC on show

Rutherglen Ladies FC on show

Published: Wednesday, 15 February 2023

Women’s football is thought to be a modern development but they have been playing the beautiful game for more than 100 years.

Now is the time to register your child for nursery

Now is the time to register your child for nursery

Published: Tuesday, 14 February 2023

It’s time to register children aged two, three and four who will be eligible for funded nursery places from August this year.

Making South Lanarkshire ‘a great place to grow older’

Making South Lanarkshire ‘a great place to grow older’

Published: Wednesday, 01 February 2023

South Lanarkshire is set to become the first Scottish local authority to become an Age Friendly Community.

Litter picking along rural roads gets underway again next week 

Litter picking along rural roads gets underway again next week 

Published: Friday, 20 January 2023

A week-long clean-up of land on council-owned roads across South Lanarkshire gets underway from Monday 23 January.

Tourism strategy set to bring more visitors to the area

Tourism strategy set to bring more visitors to the area

Published: Tuesday, 17 January 2023

A tourism strategy for South Lanarkshire has now been approved to target ways to make the area more attractive for visitors.

Area Committee boost for two local groups

Area Committee boost for two local groups

Published: Tuesday, 10 January 2023

Two community groups in Rutherglen and Cambuslang have been given a boost with grants from the council's local Area Committee.

Winter clothing donation campaign a huge success

Winter clothing donation campaign a huge success

Published: Friday, 23 December 2022

This year, the people of South Lanarkshire have opened their hearts and their wardrobes to help those most in need.

Evie gets a cool response to her letter

Evie gets a cool response to her letter

Published: Thursday, 22 December 2022

When Evie Rose McCall wrote to Sir David Attenborough saying how much she loved Frozen Planet 2 she never expected him to reply.

Festive cheer as pupils tuck into Christmas lunch

Festive cheer as pupils tuck into Christmas lunch

Published: Tuesday, 20 December 2022

In the run-up to the festive break more than 22,000 Christmas lunches have been served to pupils across South Lanarkshire.

Ellie undertakes dream career thanks to council team

Ellie undertakes dream career thanks to council team

Published: Thursday, 15 December 2022

An East Kilbride teenager has become one of the youngest trainee undertakers in the country. 

Council increases grant to support business growth

Council increases grant to support business growth

Published: Friday, 09 December 2022

The door has been opened for more support to be given to more – and bigger – businesses in South Lanarkshire.

Flying the flag for country and good causes

Flying the flag for country and good causes

Published: Thursday, 08 December 2022

Protocol governing the flying of flags outside the council headquarters has been approved at this month’s council meeting.

A decade of providing meaningful and vital work

A decade of providing meaningful and vital work

Published: Tuesday, 06 December 2022

A programme helping young people with autism and/or learning disabilities into employment has celebrated its 10th anniversary.

Don’t feel snowed under this Christmas – help is there for you

Don’t feel snowed under this Christmas – help is there for you

Published: Friday, 02 December 2022

Christmas brings joy to many, but for some it’s a time when stress and pressure can be worse than ever.

Five-year strategy for housing across South Lanarkshire is agreed

Five-year strategy for housing across South Lanarkshire is agreed

Published: Friday, 02 December 2022

The masterplan for housing in South Lanarkshire over the next five years has been given the go-ahead.

Approved Economic Strategy focuses on people, place and business

Approved Economic Strategy focuses on people, place and business

Published: Thursday, 01 December 2022

The South Lanarkshire Economic Strategy for 2022-2027 has now been approved.

Pedal for prizes through to Christmas Day

Pedal for prizes through to Christmas Day

Published: Thursday, 01 December 2022

Cyclists in South Lanarkshire could receive a text on Christmas Day to say they’ve won an extra present – a bike worth £1000.

1,300 additional council homes planned

1,300 additional council homes planned

Published: Wednesday, 30 November 2022

Ambitious plans have been revealed for 1,300 more council homes across South Lanarkshire. 

How Victim Support Scotland can help

How Victim Support Scotland can help

Published: Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Have your reported antisocial behaviour to South Lanarkshire Council?

Newton Farm Primary School extension officially opened

Newton Farm Primary School extension officially opened

Published: Monday, 28 November 2022

Pupils and teachers alike are now enjoying the additional space provided following the completion of their school extension.

Winter clothing donation scheme launches next week

Winter clothing donation scheme launches next week

Published: Friday, 18 November 2022

The coming months are going to be especially tough for many South Lanarkshire residents, given the cost-of-living crisis.

Christmas Memorial Service returns in December

Christmas Memorial Service returns in December

Published: Thursday, 17 November 2022

The Christmas Memorial Service will be held again at South Lanarkshire Crematorium on Sunday 4 December 2022.

Gordon’s Rutherglen roots stretch back 100 years

Gordon’s Rutherglen roots stretch back 100 years

Published: Wednesday, 16 November 2022

A Rutherglen man could not have been closer to his roots when he celebrated his 100th birthday.

Local business enters its second century with family still at its core

Local business enters its second century with family still at its core

Published: Thursday, 03 November 2022

One of South Lanarkshire’s best-known businesses is marking its 100th birthday… and is still run by the family that started it.

Plan ahead before coming to Strathclyde Park fireworks

Plan ahead before coming to Strathclyde Park fireworks

Published: Wednesday, 02 November 2022

Everyone coming along to our public fireworks display on Saturday 5 November is being advised to allow plenty time to get there.

Remember, remember - report bonfires and keep everyone safe

Remember, remember - report bonfires and keep everyone safe

Published: Tuesday, 01 November 2022

Everyone is being urged to report potentially dangerous bonfires to the council again this year.

If you go down to the woods today you're in for some Hallowe'en fun

If you go down to the woods today you're in for some Hallowe'en fun

Published: Friday, 28 October 2022

South Lanarkshire’s parks will provide the backdrop for some spooky goings-on this Hallowe’en weekend.

New food champion announced

New food champion announced

Published: Friday, 14 October 2022

A new Food Champion has been appointed for South Lanarkshire Council.

Letterbox opened for your ideas

Letterbox opened for your ideas

Published: Friday, 14 October 2022

Residents across South Lanarkshire are being encouraged to tell the council their ideas.

Two community councils looking for new members

Two community councils looking for new members

Published: Thursday, 06 October 2022

Nominations are now being sought for anyone wishing to stand for election to the Burnside and Cambuslang Community Councils.

Shining a light on home carers

Shining a light on home carers

Published: Thursday, 22 September 2022

One of South Lanarkshire’s iconic buildings is being illuminated to commemorate the way home carers light up people’s lives.

Throwing out the throw-away culture right across the council

Throwing out the throw-away culture right across the council

Published: Monday, 05 September 2022

The throw-away culture is itself being discarded as the council reduces dramatically its number of single-use items.

South Lanarkshire is fertile ground for food-growers

South Lanarkshire is fertile ground for food-growers

Published: Friday, 02 September 2022

Food-growing by local people is setting down roots all across South Lanarkshire… with new activity sprouting up constantly.

Young people’s videos help others like them to talk about grief

Young people’s videos help others like them to talk about grief

Published: Tuesday, 30 August 2022

A series of videos has been produced by young people in Lanarkshire to help others like themselves deal with grief.

Children and young people get more say on how school budget is used

Children and young people get more say on how school budget is used

Published: Friday, 26 August 2022

Using the Pupil Equity Fund (PEF) is allowing children and young people to get more involved in decision making at their school.

Partners toil in the soil to bring school garden back to life

Partners toil in the soil to bring school garden back to life

Published: Friday, 19 August 2022

Big-hearted volunteers from a high school’s facilities partners have given their time and efforts to help transform its garden.

Law changes today regarding free period products

Law changes today regarding free period products

Published: Monday, 15 August 2022

The law ensuring that period products are free of charge in certain settings across Scotland comes into force today.

Two projects planned to complete Cuningar Loop transformation

Two projects planned to complete Cuningar Loop transformation

Published: Friday, 12 August 2022

Work completing the regeneration of Cuningar Loop could soon be underway, bringing new amenities for all in the Rutherglen area.

Social Workers in the running for national awards

Social Workers in the running for national awards

Published: Thursday, 11 August 2022

Two of our Social Workers have reached the finals of this year’s Scottish Social Services Awards.

Annual electoral registration canvass underway

Annual electoral registration canvass underway

Published: Friday, 29 July 2022

Residents across Lanarkshire are being urged to ensure they are on the electoral register.

General elections to be held for all Community Councils

General elections to be held for all Community Councils

Published: Friday, 29 July 2022

The next General Election for all established Community Councils across South Lanarkshire will be held on Thursday 27 October.

South Lanarkshire athletes set for Commonwealth Games

South Lanarkshire athletes set for Commonwealth Games

Published: Thursday, 28 July 2022

Nine elite athletes will fly the flag for South Lanarkshire as Team Scotland kicks off its Commonwealth Games campaign today.

Top young athletes are on track for success

Top young athletes are on track for success

Published: Monday, 25 July 2022

Four young Lanarkshire athletes are hoping to race their way to gold next month.

Don’t disfigure your neighbourhood with graffiti

Don’t disfigure your neighbourhood with graffiti

Published: Friday, 22 July 2022

Graffiti can take just moments to scrawl but can cause offence and upset and present a poor image of a neighbourhood.

Young swimmers pool resources to aim for medals

Young swimmers pool resources to aim for medals

Published: Thursday, 21 July 2022

Four young people from South Lanarkshire are hoping to make a splash against international competition in England next month.

Council shortlisted for four Scottish Transport Awards

Council shortlisted for four Scottish Transport Awards

Published: Wednesday, 20 July 2022

Four council projects have been put forward for the 2022 Scottish Transport Awards.

Essential maintenance set for A730 Glasgow Road

Essential maintenance set for A730 Glasgow Road

Published: Monday, 11 July 2022

Resurfacing works will be carried out along the A730 Glasgow Road in Rutherglen next week.

Census verification will be safe and quick

Census verification will be safe and quick

Published: Monday, 04 July 2022

Selected households across South Lanarkshire will take part in a verification interview for the recently completed census.

Apply now for new Adult Disability Payment

Apply now for new Adult Disability Payment

Published: Wednesday, 29 June 2022

South Lanarkshire residents can now apply for the Scottish Government’s Adult Disability Payment.

Community stars sparkle with diamond achievement

Community stars sparkle with diamond achievement

Published: Monday, 27 June 2022

A Rutherglen couple who have a lifetime of service to the community have celebrated a special occasion of their own.

Business Excellence Awards finalists announced

Business Excellence Awards finalists announced

Published: Tuesday, 21 June 2022

The finalists in the 2022 Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards have been announced.

Area Committee grants help local groups

Area Committee grants help local groups

Published: Monday, 20 June 2022

The latest round of community grants from the Cambuslang and Rutherglen Area Committee has been agreed by the council.

Young people urged to sign up for free bus travel scheme

Young people urged to sign up for free bus travel scheme

Published: Wednesday, 08 June 2022

Young people across South Lanarkshire are being encouraged to sign up for a free bus travel scheme.

Strathaven event signals fresh start for Women in Business

Strathaven event signals fresh start for Women in Business

Published: Tuesday, 31 May 2022

It’s been a challenging two years, particularly for women juggling caring, employment and business commitments.

Sponsor named for Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards

Sponsor named for Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards

Published: Wednesday, 18 May 2022

The Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards are firmly back in business with an overwhelming response of award applications.

Could you be a short breaks carer

Could you be a short breaks carer

Published: Friday, 13 May 2022

In this special series, we take a look at how providing short breaks can be a lifeline for vulnerable families.

Sophia's anti-litter message has designs on success

Sophia's anti-litter message has designs on success

Published: Wednesday, 11 May 2022

A primary school pupil from Rutherglen with designs on spreading an anti-litter message has come out tops in a new competition. 

Have your say on your services and communities

Have your say on your services and communities

Published: Friday, 06 May 2022

Views are being sought on two strategic plans that will be key to the services that are delivered across South Lanarkshire. 

Still time to submit business award applications

Still time to submit business award applications

Published: Wednesday, 20 April 2022

Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards are back again this year to celebrate the success and achievements of local businesses.

Webinars aim to transform local businesses

Webinars aim to transform local businesses

Published: Thursday, 14 April 2022

A series of free digital webinars has been set up to help local firms transform their business and thrive in the digital world.

Everyone urged to use easy sustainable travel option

Everyone urged to use easy sustainable travel option

Published: Wednesday, 13 April 2022

Cambuslang commuters are being urged to take advantage of the park and ride facility on their doorstep.

A chance to start building a rewarding career

A chance to start building a rewarding career

Published: Friday, 08 April 2022

An opportunity to start a rewarding career and contribute to their local area is on offer to young people in South Lanarkshire.

Giving children a short break is the best thing Ann ever did

Giving children a short break is the best thing Ann ever did

Published: Thursday, 07 April 2022

Do you think you could help vulnerable young people by offering a short break?

Mum’s example led Wendy into career she loves

Mum’s example led Wendy into career she loves

Published: Friday, 01 April 2022

Our special series continues, looking at those working in the heart of our communities as part of our Care at Home service.

Group takes to the trees to protect local environment

Group takes to the trees to protect local environment

Published: Wednesday, 23 March 2022

Primary pupils have been helping to plant more than 400 trees to help protect an area of green space near their school.

Lanarkshire business awards are back

Lanarkshire business awards are back

Published: Monday, 21 March 2022

Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards are back again this year to celebrate the success and achievements of local businesses.

We can all help to 'Spring Clean Scotland'

We can all help to 'Spring Clean Scotland'

Published: Friday, 18 March 2022

The council is supporting Spring Clean Scotland – a national anti-litter campaign that kicks off on Monday (21 March).

Provost presents community awards to local heroes

Provost presents community awards to local heroes

Published: Friday, 11 March 2022

Provost Ian McAllan was delighted to be able to present volunteers with their Community Awards at a second ceremony yesterday.

Grant is a real beauty for first-time student

Grant is a real beauty for first-time student

Published: Friday, 11 March 2022

When Laura Campbell left Strathaven Academy she was delighted to be going to South Lanarkshire College to study Beauty Therapy.

Treasure trail helps address air pollution

Treasure trail helps address air pollution

Published: Thursday, 10 March 2022

An App for a treasure trail game that crossed borders in Lanarkshire was downloaded more than 1100 times last summer.

Grass always greener as employee takes up windfarm support

Grass always greener as employee takes up windfarm support

Published: Thursday, 10 March 2022

A local man has secured a full-time job at his local golf club thanks to a windfarm grant to help employers take on new staff.

Unsung heroes recognised at Provost’s community awards

Unsung heroes recognised at Provost’s community awards

Published: Friday, 25 February 2022

Volunteers from across South Lanarkshire have been recognised for their outstanding achievements especially during the pandemic.

When Covid stopped the world, Jill stepped forward into job she loves

When Covid stopped the world, Jill stepped forward into job she loves

Published: Friday, 25 February 2022

Our special series continues, looking at those working in the heart of our communities as part of our Care at Home service.

Fostering and adoption offer many routes to happiness

Fostering and adoption offer many routes to happiness

Published: Monday, 21 February 2022

“It was a long road and of course it hasn’t been easy, but it is without doubt the best thing we have ever done.”

Change of direction took Annmarie down new career path

Change of direction took Annmarie down new career path

Published: Friday, 11 February 2022

In the first in a special series, we look at those working in the heart of our communities as part of our Care at Home service.

Provost’s Christmas message 2021

Provost’s Christmas message 2021

Published: Friday, 24 December 2021

Our Provost has recorded his Christmas message for all of South Lanarkshire’s residents.

Committee agrees final community grants of the year

Committee agrees final community grants of the year

Published: Wednesday, 15 December 2021

Almost £2000 in community grants was awarded yesterday by the Cambuslang and Rutherglen Area Committee. 

It always helps to seek advice on home-energy worries

It always helps to seek advice on home-energy worries

Published: Wednesday, 08 December 2021

Householders worried about rising fuel bills and endangered energy suppliers can turn to the council for advice and assistance.

We’re dreaming of a waste free Christmas 

We’re dreaming of a waste free Christmas 

Published: Tuesday, 07 December 2021

Households in South Lanarkshire are urged to give a gift to the planet this year by putting recycling on top of the festive list.

Strathaven Park in UK top 10 again

Strathaven Park in UK top 10 again

Published: Monday, 06 December 2021

Strathaven Park has been voted in the top 10 in the UK People’s Choice awards for a sixth year.

Two all-weather pitches created to meet demand

Two all-weather pitches created to meet demand

Published: Tuesday, 30 November 2021

Two new all-weather pitches have now been completed at Eastfield Lifestyles Centre in Rutherglen.

New park and ride taking shape in Cambuslang

New park and ride taking shape in Cambuslang

Published: Friday, 12 March 2021

Work is progressing well on a new park and ride facility to encourage sustainable travel in Cambuslang.

 Grant awards for kids club and community groups

Grant awards for kids club and community groups

Published: Wednesday, 24 February 2021

Rutherglen and Cambuslang councillors held a virtual meeting this week to approve new community grants.

Groups recognised for efforts to keep communities beautiful

Groups recognised for efforts to keep communities beautiful

Published: Monday, 23 November 2020

Sixteen South Lanarkshire groups have been acknowledged by Keep Scotland Beautiful for their work to enhance their local areas.

Enjoy a spooky booky Hallowe’en online

Enjoy a spooky booky Hallowe’en online

Published: Friday, 30 October 2020

The ‘boo!’ will be put into Bookbug for children in South Lanarkshire this Hallowe’en.

Team working to create 'can do' communities

Team working to create 'can do' communities

Published: Wednesday, 20 November 2019

The council’s Community Engagement team has been hard at work forging links across South Lanarkshire in recent months.