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Free school meals to be extended in S1-3

Free school meals to be extended in S1-3

Published: Thursday, 12 June 2025

Free school meals will be available for up to 425 more S1-3 pupils in South Lanarkshire after the summer holidays.

Youngest learners are getting the superhero message

Youngest learners are getting the superhero message

Published: Friday, 13 June 2025

School and Early Years staff have been helping to share the council’s new attendance campaign with our youngest learners.

From the classroom little superheroes grow...

From the classroom little superheroes grow...

Published: Wednesday, 11 June 2025

South Lanarkshire Council this week launched a new campaign celebrating the youngest superheroes in our classrooms. 

Beware of car parking scams

Beware of car parking scams

Published: Tuesday, 10 June 2025

Car park users are being warned about fake QR codes and scam texts trying to get you to pay for parking or fines.

Bin lorries out and about to find best mobile network in your area

Bin lorries out and about to find best mobile network in your area

Published: Monday, 09 June 2025

Residents can now access a free, easy-to-use tool to find out which mobile networks provide the fastest speeds where they are.

Margaret celebrates 100th birthday with two namesakes

Margaret celebrates 100th birthday with two namesakes

Published: Thursday, 05 June 2025

Former Land Girl and self-taught accordion player Margaret Harrower has been celebrating her centenary with family and friends.

Funding boost to plant trees in climate vulnerable communities

Funding boost to plant trees in climate vulnerable communities

Published: Friday, 30 May 2025

The council’s Removing Barriers to Tree Planting programme has been awarded £90k to plant trees in key areas across the area.

A72 at Symington to close for road repairs

A72 at Symington to close for road repairs

Published: Thursday, 29 May 2025

Essential surface repair works will mean a three-day closure of the A72 Biggar Road in Symington next week.

Free health walk coming to Lanark

Free health walk coming to Lanark

Published: Wednesday, 28 May 2025

A new walk is being added to the already extensive Get Walking Lanarkshire routes available across South and North Lanarkshire.

Last few days to name a gritter

Last few days to name a gritter

Published: Tuesday, 27 May 2025

Primary pupils across South Lanarkshire have just a few days more to dream up magnifICEnt names for the council’s gritters.

Decades upon decades of foster care are lauded

Decades upon decades of foster care are lauded

Published: Friday, 23 May 2025

Foster carers from South Lanarkshire have been recognised for their unstinting work over a combined total of nearly 200 years.

Pupils support eco-curriculum with tree planting

Pupils support eco-curriculum with tree planting

Published: Wednesday, 21 May 2025

Pupils are doing their bit to support climate change by not only planting trees in the school grounds but fruit and veg as well.

Join our newest recruits for a career in social care

Join our newest recruits for a career in social care

Published: Wednesday, 14 May 2025

The council is on the lookout for people who want a meaningful career helping the most vulnerable people in our communities.

Survey is first chance to have your say on Estates plan

Survey is first chance to have your say on Estates plan

Published: Wednesday, 14 May 2025

We are still keen to gather your views on how the council should plan for the future of its buildings.

Fostering relationships can transform children’s lives

Fostering relationships can transform children’s lives

Published: Monday, 12 May 2025

Foster Care fortnight has begun and the Family Connections team is showing its appreciation of these vital carers.

Name a gritter before all is frost

Name a gritter before all is frost

Published: Thursday, 08 May 2025

Children across South Lanarkshire once more have a chance to come up with a name for one of the council’s gritters.

Provost leads VE Day 80th anniversary event

Provost leads VE Day 80th anniversary event

Published: Thursday, 08 May 2025

A commemorative flag was raised at Council headquarters in Hamilton today to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

Walk this May

Walk this May

Published: Wednesday, 07 May 2025

As May is National Walking month, now is the perfect time to start getting more active.

Get outdoors during Green Health Week

Get outdoors during Green Health Week

Published: Tuesday, 06 May 2025

This is Green Health Week - an ideal time to get outside, enjoy the good weather and improve fitness and mental health.

Elmer having a jungle adventure in Lanark next month

Elmer having a jungle adventure in Lanark next month

Published: Tuesday, 29 April 2025

The Elmer Adventure will be at Lanark Memorial Hall from Saturday 10 May until Monday 12 May.

Award for charity that connects people with jobs

Award for charity that connects people with jobs

Published: Tuesday, 29 April 2025

A council partner has been acknowledged as being the best in this region for connecting residents to job opportunities.

Have your say on future of council buildings

Have your say on future of council buildings

Published: Tuesday, 22 April 2025

Do you have an opinion on how the council runs our schools, community halls, offices, and other buildings? 

Notice of by-election is published

Notice of by-election is published

Published: Thursday, 17 April 2025

The Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election timetable has been set out with the publication of the Notice of Election.

More families supported in more ways than ever

More families supported in more ways than ever

Published: Thursday, 17 April 2025

Innovative support is helping more people than ever across South Lanarkshire with all stages of family life.

Private property leasing opportunity

Private property leasing opportunity

Published: Monday, 14 April 2025

Private landlords who have properties to rent are being asked to get in touch with the council.

Strengthening the ability to keep people safe at home

Strengthening the ability to keep people safe at home

Published: Monday, 31 March 2025

A vital council service is to be bolstered to help keep vulnerable people safer than ever in their own homes.

Everyone asked to support the national Spring litter clean-up

Everyone asked to support the national Spring litter clean-up

Published: Friday, 21 March 2025

The council is again supporting Spring Clean Scotland this year – the national anti-litter campaign that starts today.

New play facilities will bring community together

New play facilities will bring community together

Published: Monday, 10 March 2025

Play facilities in the village of Braidwood are to be improved thanks to a grant from the Renewable Energy Fund (REF).

Aled Jones coming Full Circle to Lanark

Aled Jones coming Full Circle to Lanark

Published: Wednesday, 05 March 2025

Aled Jones is extending his popular Full Circle tour and has now added Lanark Memorial Hall to his spring tour.

Keeping your mind on the road saves lives

Keeping your mind on the road saves lives

Published: Monday, 24 February 2025

The latest national road safety campaign has been launched – and the council’s Road Safety Calendar winner is on the same track.

Tinto Primary School highly praised by inspectors

Tinto Primary School highly praised by inspectors

Published: Monday, 24 February 2025

Children attending Tinto Primary School and Nursery Class are ‘highly motivated’ and feel ‘safe, valued and cared for.

Free meals entitlement extended in primary schools

Free meals entitlement extended in primary schools

Published: Thursday, 20 February 2025

An additional 1700 primary six and seven pupils in South Lanarkshire are now eligible for free school meals.

Are you worried that an adult could be at risk of financial harm

Are you worried that an adult could be at risk of financial harm

Published: Thursday, 20 February 2025

Residents are being asked to be alert to vulnerable adults in their communities who are susceptible to financial harm.

Council steps back from X social media platform

Council steps back from X social media platform

Published: Wednesday, 19 February 2025

South Lanarkshire Council will now only use X for emergency alerts and other urgent information.

Apply now for a garden waste permit

Apply now for a garden waste permit

Published: Wednesday, 19 February 2025

Residents across South Lanarkshire can now sign up for a permit to have their garden waste uplifted.

Planting a fitting memorial to the King’s coronation

Planting a fitting memorial to the King’s coronation

Published: Tuesday, 18 February 2025

A living tribute of the King’s coronation has set down roots in South Lanarkshire.

Celebrating the impact of Family Support Hubs in South Lanarkshire

Celebrating the impact of Family Support Hubs in South Lanarkshire

Published: Monday, 17 February 2025

An innovative approach is helping support families and improve outcomes for children and parents.

Top award is won as young warriors battle waste

Top award is won as young warriors battle waste

Published: Friday, 14 February 2025

Young pupils across South Lanarkshire have been waging war on waste, and the council has been recognised for helping them do so.

Work underway to remove trees worst affected by ash die-back disease

Work underway to remove trees worst affected by ash die-back disease

Published: Thursday, 13 February 2025

Work is now underway to safely remove the most dangerous trees affected by ash die-back disease.

Fuel poverty partnership working together to keep you warm

Fuel poverty partnership working together to keep you warm

Published: Wednesday, 12 February 2025

A new partnership has been set up to tackle fuel poverty which affects around one in four households across South Lanarkshire.

Local wetlands mapping data revealed

Local wetlands mapping data revealed

Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025

A new study has provided wetland data which will allow the management of the area’s nature networks in a more targeted way.

Work set to start on Lanark High Street project

Work set to start on Lanark High Street project

Published: Friday, 10 January 2025

Work is due to start on Monday (13 January) on a £350,000 streetscape project in the heart of Lanark town centre.


Let’s not make Christmas a wasteful time

Let’s not make Christmas a wasteful time

Published: Monday, 16 December 2024

Everyone is being urged to make sure that all the additional waste produced over the festive season is disposed of correctly.

Council clamps down on vape sales to minors

Council clamps down on vape sales to minors

Published: Friday, 29 November 2024

Traders who sell disposable vapes to under-18s are becoming a target for harsher measures by South Lanarkshire Council.

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.

Musicals - the Ultimate Live Band Sing-Along

Musicals - the Ultimate Live Band Sing-Along

Published: Tuesday, 05 November 2024

Instead of watching Musicals at the Lanark Memorial Hall this week – why not come along and be a part of the show.

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.

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.

Queen of the West End coming to Lanark

Queen of the West End coming to Lanark

Published: Friday, 18 October 2024

Kerry Ellis, regarded widely as the Queen of the West End, will be enthralling everyone at Lanark Memorial Hall next month.

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.

Definition of cool - the Rat Pack Live

Definition of cool - the Rat Pack Live

Published: Wednesday, 16 October 2024

The UK’s most authentic Rat Pack concert experience is coming to Lanark Memorial Hall this weekend.

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.

You Choose – every show is unique

You Choose – every show is unique

Published: Tuesday, 15 October 2024

There are just a few tickets left for the young ones to help choose what happens on stage.

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.

Lanark kids make some noise

Lanark kids make some noise

Published: Monday, 14 October 2024

Young people from Lanark Primary School have been learning about the diversity of their communities.

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.

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.

Groups honoured at Beautiful Scotland awards

Groups honoured at Beautiful Scotland awards

Published: Friday, 13 September 2024

Four groups making their communities climate and nature friendly have been recognised at this year’s Beautiful Scotland Awards.

Still time to go camping with Fireman Sam

Still time to go camping with Fireman Sam

Published: Wednesday, 04 September 2024

Fireman Sam: The Great Camping Adventure – is coming to Lanark Memorial Hall at the end of this month.

Fancy a cuppa - or something bubbly - with the Divas?

Fancy a cuppa - or something bubbly - with the Divas?

Published: Monday, 02 September 2024

Scotland’s Divas are coming to Lanark Memorial Hall for a special Prosecco Afternoon Tea.

Help with school garden makes pupils’ wishes come true

Help with school garden makes pupils’ wishes come true

Published: Monday, 02 September 2024

Everything in a Blackwood school’s garden is rosy thanks to a Community Wish List donation.

Still time to have a laugh with the Scottish Comedians

Still time to have a laugh with the Scottish Comedians

Published: Friday, 30 August 2024

A few tickets remain to catch up with five fantastic comedians at Lanark Memorial Hall next week.

Road closure in Carluke to resurface A73

Road closure in Carluke to resurface A73

Published: Thursday, 29 August 2024

The A73 Lanark Road, Carluke, between Goremire Road and The Taal restaurant, will be closed for resurfacing next week.

Time to Glam it up at Lanark Memorial Hall

Time to Glam it up at Lanark Memorial Hall

Published: Tuesday, 27 August 2024

Are you ready to Get It On next week with a night of glam rock to remember?

Committee approves Common Good Fund updates

Committee approves Common Good Fund updates

Published: Tuesday, 27 August 2024

Two areas in and around Lanark will benefit from Common Good Fund spending in the coming year.

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.

Overnight closures along A72 Lanark Road at Dalserf

Overnight closures along A72 Lanark Road at Dalserf

Published: Monday, 29 July 2024

Resurfacing works on the A72 Lanark Road from Garrion Bridge to Rosebank are set to get underway this weekend.

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.

City Deal roads investment improves M74 access

City Deal roads investment improves M74 access

Published: Thursday, 04 July 2024

A £2.3m improvement project on the A72 Lanark Road at the Larkhall junction of the M74 is now complete. 

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.

Wind Farm fund connects Carly to job success

Wind Farm fund connects Carly to job success

Published: Thursday, 27 June 2024

A young woman from rural South Lanarkshire is in the driving seat to achieve her career goals. 

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.

Windfarm funding powers Rowan's career aims

Windfarm funding powers Rowan's career aims

Published: Thursday, 13 June 2024

A teenager who grew up on the doorstep of a South Lanarkshire windfarm has his ideal career in his sights...

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.

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.

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.

Report marks Carstairs Junction primary school as very positive

Report marks Carstairs Junction primary school as very positive

Published: Monday, 20 May 2024

Carstairs Junction Primary School and Nursery Class has received a very positive report by Education Scotland.

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.

Community Wish List boosts Men's Shed in Biggar

Community Wish List boosts Men's Shed in Biggar

Published: Friday, 10 May 2024

Biggar and District Men’s Shed is continuing its renovation of a former school with help from the Community Wish List.

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.

Big Vern 'n' the Shootahs bring the party to Lanark

Big Vern 'n' the Shootahs bring the party to Lanark

Published: Friday, 19 April 2024

One of the country's best-known party bands will take to the stage at Lanark Memorial Hall next month.

Local people asked to stop feeding badgers in cemetery

Local people asked to stop feeding badgers in cemetery

Published: Friday, 12 April 2024

Well-meaning but misguided people are being asked to stop leaving out food for badgers near Lanark Cemetery.

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.

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.

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 moving to Clydesdale

Rural road litter clearing campaign moving to Clydesdale

Published: Thursday, 14 March 2024

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

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.

Excellent report for small rural school

Excellent report for small rural school

Published: Thursday, 04 January 2024

Lamington Primary School has been given an excellent report by Education Scotland after a visit by a team of HMIe inspectors.

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.

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.

Renewable energy funding is music to the ears

Renewable energy funding is music to the ears

Published: Tuesday, 05 December 2023

Young people in Clydesdale can access a unique musical project courtesy of the council's Renewable Energy Fund (REF).

Live la vida loca and pump up the jam in Lanark

Live la vida loca and pump up the jam in Lanark

Published: Thursday, 16 November 2023

Get ready to roll with it as Lanark Memorial Hall spices up your life, takes you back for good and then hits you one more time.

Discover Lanark BID proposals given the go-ahead

Discover Lanark BID proposals given the go-ahead

Published: Tuesday, 14 November 2023

Businesses across Lanark are to be balloted about remaining part of the area’s Business Improvement District (BID).

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.

You'll want to 'Stay' at this cracking Christmas gig

You'll want to 'Stay' at this cracking Christmas gig

Published: Tuesday, 24 October 2023

The band behind one of our best-loved festive hits will be at Lanark Memorial Hall this Christmas weekend.

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.

Community growth work will see closure on Strathaven Road

Community growth work will see closure on Strathaven Road

Published: Monday, 16 October 2023

A section of A723 Strathaven Road is to close to allow developers to make further progress on Hamilton's Community Growth Area.

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.

Beat the Street Clydesdale enters Go Travel phase

Beat the Street Clydesdale enters Go Travel phase

Published: Friday, 13 October 2023

More than 6,200 people have already taken to the streets of South Lanarkshire since the game launched across the area last month

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.

Care centre residents get a kick from latest activity

Care centre residents get a kick from latest activity

Published: Thursday, 28 September 2023

Residents at a Strathaven care centre always enjoy their activities… and they certainly got a kick out of their latest one.

Primary school project is food for thought and the climate

Primary school project is food for thought and the climate

Published: Tuesday, 26 September 2023

Primary school pupils have been reaping the rewards of their labours with a bumper crop of vegetables.

WOW challenge underway at Crawforddyke

WOW challenge underway at Crawforddyke

Published: Friday, 22 September 2023

Pupils at Crawforddyke Primary School have started the new school year on the right foot.

New home for Carluke Men’s Shed

New home for Carluke Men’s Shed

Published: Thursday, 21 September 2023

Carluke Men’s Shed have moved into new premises following a successful Community Asset Transfer.

Clydesdale groups benefit from £4000 grants boost

Clydesdale groups benefit from £4000 grants boost

Published: Thursday, 21 September 2023

More than £4000 in community grants was awarded in September by the Clydesdale Area Committee. 

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.

Leadhills Community Council seeking new members

Leadhills Community Council seeking new members

Published: Thursday, 24 August 2023

Nominations are now being sought for anyone wishing to stand for election to the Leadhills Community Council.

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.

Exciting dinosaur adventure awaits in Lanark

Exciting dinosaur adventure awaits in Lanark

Published: Monday, 24 July 2023

Daring children who enjoy the dramatic delights and delicious dangers of dinosaurs can lap up a live show in Lanark next week.

Ladyboys are back in town next month

Ladyboys are back in town next month

Published: Friday, 21 July 2023

Lanark Memorial Hall is hosting the spectacular Ladyboys of Bangkok on Thursday 3 August.

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.

Ireland: The Show is coming to Lanark

Ireland: The Show is coming to Lanark

Published: Wednesday, 19 July 2023

Lanark Memorial Hall is hosting the unmissable production of Ireland: The Show – as seen already by more than 250,000 people.

More than £4000 grants awarded to community groups

More than £4000 grants awarded to community groups

Published: Tuesday, 18 July 2023

The council’s Clydesdale Area Committee has awarded its latest batch of community grants following its most recent meeting.

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.

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.

Scotland’s Pink Floyd coming to memorial hall

Scotland’s Pink Floyd coming to memorial hall

Published: Wednesday, 12 July 2023

MacFloyd return to Lanark Memorial Hall with a special showcasing of 50 years of Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon.

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.

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.

The hero next door is coming to South Lanarkshire

The hero next door is coming to South Lanarkshire

Published: Wednesday, 05 July 2023

One of the best-known and loved characters from children’s TV will be in Lanark next weekend.

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.

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.

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.

Clydesdale community groups are granted a boost

Clydesdale community groups are granted a boost

Published: Tuesday, 18 October 2022

Community groups across Clydesdale have been given a boost with grants from the council.

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.

New lease of life for Carluke cemetery house

New lease of life for Carluke cemetery house

Published: Monday, 10 October 2022

New life is to be breathed into a former cemetery house in Carluke thanks to a local Men’s Shed group.

Chance to join Carstairs Community Council

Chance to join Carstairs Community Council

Published: Wednesday, 05 October 2022

Nominations are now being sought for anyone wishing to stand for election to the Carstairs Community Council.

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.

Kirkfieldbank couple are still on the love train after 60 years

Kirkfieldbank couple are still on the love train after 60 years

Published: Wednesday, 21 September 2022

A couple who met at a railway station have been full steam ahead for wedded bliss ever since.

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.

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.

Site for rural development centre approved

Site for rural development centre approved

Published: Monday, 15 August 2022

Revised proposals for a rural development centre in the Lanark area has been approved subject to the Common Good consultations.

Recognition for Sir Harry Lauder museum collection

Recognition for Sir Harry Lauder museum collection

Published: Friday, 12 August 2022

Our Sir Harry Lauder collection has been officially recognised as one of Scotland’s Nationally Significant Collections.

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.

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.

Renewable energy fund grants for village hall projects

Renewable energy fund grants for village hall projects

Published: Friday, 17 December 2021

New life is to be breathed into two village halls thanks to grants of almost £150,000 from the Renewable Energy Fund (REF).

On the Move to cleaner air in Lanark

On the Move to cleaner air in Lanark

Published: Thursday, 17 June 2021

Primary schools and communities around Lanark are working together to inspire locals to travel responsibly for the environment.

Repair work to Tolbooth in Lanark thanks to Common Good Fund

Repair work to Tolbooth in Lanark thanks to Common Good Fund

Published: Wednesday, 09 June 2021

Work to repair dampness at the landmark Tolbooth building in Lanark has been given the green light.

Wind farms power £2.4m funding to communities

Wind farms power £2.4m funding to communities

Published: Monday, 10 May 2021

Farmers clubs, community groups and football teams are among those to benefit from £2.4 million of funding.

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.

Investment to ease roads pressure at Tinto

Investment to ease roads pressure at Tinto

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2020

New investment in roads infrastructure near Tinto Hill will improve safety and benefit locals and visitors.

Clydesdale groups benefit from community grants

Clydesdale groups benefit from community grants

Published: Wednesday, 26 August 2020

Clydesdale Area Committee has awarded grants totalling £3000 to groups in Lanark, Biggar, Lesmahagow and Coalburn.

Career change during lockdown child's play for Richard

Career change during lockdown child's play for Richard

Published: Friday, 01 May 2020

Many of our employees' normal duties during the coronavirus outbreak have been replaced by demanding but rewarding challenges.

Space available for free Rural Youth Ideas festival

Space available for free Rural Youth Ideas festival

Published: Thursday, 28 November 2019

Spaces are still available for a free Rural Youth Project Ideas festival set to take place over the weekend.

Biggar is a Fairtrade Town

Biggar is a Fairtrade Town

Published: Tuesday, 26 November 2019

Biggar has become the fifth South Lanarkshire town to be awarded Fairtrade status.

New blueprint launches for Lesmahagow, Brocketsbrae and Hawksland

New blueprint launches for Lesmahagow, Brocketsbrae and Hawksland

Published: Friday, 25 October 2019

Residents of Lesmahagow, Brocketsbrae and Hawksland will launch their five-year community action plan in Lesmahagow tomorrow.

Major works for Garrion Bridge

Major works for Garrion Bridge

Published: Friday, 17 May 2019

Major resurfacing works are to take place on the A71/72 Garrion Bridge Interchange.