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Put Power of Attorney in place early

Put Power of Attorney in place early

Published: Wednesday, 22 April 2026

It’s never too early to arrange a Power of Attorney for yourself or someone you care about – but leaving it until you face a crisis can make an already difficult time harder.

Planning news

Douglas Valley tourism plan is on track

The first phase of an ambitious £14.5m project to establish the Douglas Valley as a national outdoor recreation and adventure tourism destination is starting to take shape.

Environment news

More trees to be planted to boost urban areas

An additional three-year programme of tree planting has been funded by Future Woodlands Scotland which will see £22,500 invested annually until 2029.

Housing news

Innovative approach to help homelessness

Scotland’s newest homelessness village has now officially opened.

Education news

Pupils express their feelings about Rutherglen 900

Pupils from two Rutherglen primary schools have been strutting their stuff to mark the 900th anniversary of the Royal Burgh.

Roads news

One day closure for improvements to A706

Improvements are to take place on a section of the A706 in Clydesdale next week.

Cambuslang/Rutherglen news

Sad passing of long-standing Larkhall councillor

The council today learned that Councillor Lesley McDonald has sadly passed away after a short illness.

East Kilbride news

CAT approved at former care home

A children’s charity has been granted a Community Asset Transfer (CAT) at a former care home.

Clydesdale news

REF to help disadvantaged children

Children, young people and families facing multiple disadvantages in the rural area are to benefit from funding from the council-administered Renewable Energy Fund (REF).

Hamilton news

Walking group can step into the future with confidence

A walking group in Larkhall that offers a valuable chance to socialise as well as exercise will continue its trips thanks to support through the Community Wish List.