Notices published October 2026

Pesticide use reduced as alternative weed control takes over

This image shows a council employee using hot foam as an alternative to herbicides at a council park

Published: 22 October 2026

There has been a reduction of almost 30% in pesticide use by the council over the past few years.

Donation helps charity build on work that sees children SMILE

This image shows two people holding a large cheque following an award from the Community Benefits Hub to charity SMILE

Published: 21 October 2026

A donation through the Community Benefits Hub will help put smiles on the faces of children who live with some of the hardest health challenges.

Resurfacing on way for road between Muirkirk and Strathaven

Photo of road closed sign with traffic cones either side

Published: 19 October 2026

A section of road lying between Strathaven and Muirkirk is to be closed next week to allow improvement work to take place.

First class reports for schools across South Lanarkshire

This images shows pupils from St John Ogilvie High School outside the school holding up letters which spell out the work excellent following a very impressive HMI report

Published: 16 October 2026

Early Years, Primary and Secondary Schools have been excelling according to inspections by His Majesty’s Inspectors of Education (HMIE).

Tenants settling in at new development in East Kilbride

new council homes at Landsdale in East Kilbride

Published: 15 October 2026

More than 50 new council homes have been completed and tenants moved in at Landsdale in East Kilbride.

Never too early to think about the Christmas lights switch on events

A view of the Christmas lights and decorations in Hamilton town centre from last year

Published: 14 October 2026

The countdown to Christmas is underway with lights scheduled to be switched on at events across South Lanarkshire.

Archaeology group can do more digging thanks to funding

Clutha Archaeology group who got more than £1200 from the council's Communities Can Do Fund

Published: 14 October 2026

Clutha Archaeology has secured funding to promote and encourage interest in community-led history and heritage projects.

Remember, remember, bonfire and fireworks displays need a licence

This is a photo of fireworks in the sky over the Strathclyde Park loch.

Published: 13 October 2026

Any individuals or groups planning a bonfire or firework display around Guy Fawkes Night are advised to check urgently if they need a licence to avoid serious penalties.

Launch for vital report on health and poverty

SLC chief executive Paul manning among those present at the launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity for Scotland.

Published: 13 October 2026

An important national report designed to make the case for tackling health inequalities has been launched in South Lanarkshire.

New council homes on the way in East Kilbride

officials at the site of the new Eaglesham View housing development

Published: 13 October 2026

Work is almost complete on 40 new council homes at Jackton in East Kilbride.

Local Transport Strategy for next decade agreed

workers pouring tar on road

Published: 12 October 2026

A strategy which will be used to guide the transport actions and priorities of South Lanarkshire Council for the next 10 years has been agreed.

Registration for P1 pupils to take place in November

A young pupil standing outside a school.

Published: 12 October 2026

Parents of children who will begin their primary school journey in 2027 should be aware that the registration period is being brought forward. 

Poignant way to remember babies gone too soon

This image shows Councillor Lynsey Hamilton looking at a ribbon which people can attach to the railings outside council HQ during Baby Loss Awareness Week

Published: 09 October 2026

Anyone who has suffered the heartbreak of losing a child is being invited to remember them this week.

Top marks for Neilsland Primary School

Councillor Hamilton sits in the middle of two older pupils reading a book.

Published: 09 October 2026

A Hamilton primary school’s strategy for raising attainment has been rated ‘Excellent’ by an inspection team from HM Inspectorate of Education (HMIE).

Second call for Community Council elections in six areas

Council Headquarters

Published: 07 October 2026

Following the recent Community Council elections, Bothwell, Burnside, Carluke, Halfway, Rutherglen and Symington failed to meet the criteria to reform.

Local connections explored through podcasts

primary school pupil dressed up as a town crier outside Rutherglen Town Hall holding a podcast poster as part of the town’s 900th anniversary celebrations

Published: 07 October 2026

Schools across Rutherglen have created podcasts exploring different aspects of the area’s history and heritage as part of the town’s 900th anniversary celebrations.

‘Every single foster child leaves a bit of themselves in your heart’

Soumen Sengupta, Mary Martindale, co-chair of the Fostering and Adoption Panels and Adoption and Fostering Manager Amy McKellar with long-service award-winning foster parents Pamela and Brian Sheilds; Jim Shields; and Kathy Morrison.

Published: 06 October 2026

Foster carers from across South Lanarkshire have been recognised by the Council for providing almost 150 years of fostering between them.

Community awards highlight volunteering excellence

some of the winners at the 2026 Community Awards with Provost Bert Thomson

Published: 06 October 2026

The outstanding contribution to their communities by volunteers across South Lanarkshire has been recognised.

Works in Douglas area to be carried out in two phases

This image shows two workers with shovels working on resurfacing a road

Published: 05 October 2026

Residents in the Douglas area are being urged to take note of an upcoming road closure in their area to carry out essential repairs. 

Annual week focuses on challenging poverty

This is a graphic to highlight Challenge Poverty Week which takes place from 5 to 11 October 2026 with text including the dates

Published: 05 October 2026

A range of activities are taking place across South Lanarkshire for Challenge Poverty Week 2026.

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