Communities and individuals across South Lanarkshire are being encouraged to get involved with the council’s decision-making processes. Public petitions help address issues which affect people’s daily lives and improve the ability to engage directly with the council. More info: https://orlo.uk/9RJF0

Contract Notice: Educational Services Procured Services Arrangement (PSA) Phase 12 Reference No: APR554476 Deadline Date: Friday 30 October 2026 Find out more: https://orlo.uk/41d4F

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Tell us what you think about taxi fares in South Lanarkshire We’re reviewing taxi fares in our four areas: Clydesdale East Kilbride Hamilton Cambuslang/Rutherglen If you’d like to share your views, you can do so up until 8 August 2026. Find out more and have your say: https://orlo.uk/rMznK

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The results are in – and pupils across South Lanarkshire have set records in a number of areas during this year’s exams. Find out all the details, including an increase in learners achieving five Highers, in the View: https://orlo.uk/ZGSUI

We are recruiting Home Carers in Hamilton. You must have an SVQ level 2 in Social Care or an equivalent qualification. We welcome applicants of all ages and genders who are passionate about delivering high-quality care. Closing date for applications is 16 August 2026. https://orlo.uk/GhL8V

Do you have an SVQ Level 2 in Social Care (or equivalent) and a passion for helping others? We're recruiting Home Carers in the Rutherglen and Cambuslang area. Enjoy a rewarding role with development and career opportunities. Apply by 16 August 2026. https://orlo.uk/AcLju

South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership is recruiting Home Carers across South Lanarkshire. The job offers a rewarding career and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. More details in the View: https://orlo.uk/OMThr?

Every family faces challenges from time to time. Our Family Support Hubs provide advice, guidance and practical support to help families thrive across South Lanarkshire. Watch our short film to find out more about the difference they make: https://orlo.uk/slIXl

A council by-election will take place in Avondale and Stonehouse on Thursday 17 September 2026. The Ward 5 by-election has been called following the sad passing of Councillor Margaret Cooper. More details in the View: https://orlo.uk/Zp2T9

If you’re worried that someone isn’t taking care of themselves, or is doing things that might put their safety at risk, contact your local social work team. If you see something, say something. Call 0303 123 1008. In an emergency call 999. For more information, visit https://orlo.uk/lYc0m

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture hosted a programme of fun family activities during Hamilton Park’s Community Race Day. More details in the View: https://orlo.uk/NjNPx

Work to restore the bandstand in Hamilton’s Bothwell Road Park has taken a significant step forward with the approval of funding. The council will work with the Bothwell Road Action Group to fully refurbish the bandstand. More details in the View: https://orlo.uk/TVTp1

Larkhall and District Volunteer Group has been given £500 from Ailsa Builders after making a request to the Community Benefits Hub for funds to help it continue its free Handyperson Service - read more in the View https://orlo.uk/bGRRK

Road works- Almada Street, Hamilton (31 July to 4 August 2026) SPEN will be carrying out upgrades to the electricity network. Temporary traffic management measures will be in place on Almada Street, including lane closures in both directions. Please plan ahead and allow extra travel time.

Have your say! Public access defibrillators can save lives in an emergency. We're consulting on a policy that would support the installation of public access defibrillators on council-owned buildings across our communities. Read the draft policy and share your views: https://orlo.uk/LwlW3

The next General Election for all established Community Councils across South Lanarkshire will be held on Thursday 22 October. More details in the View https://orlo.uk/4mDjh

Extensive work to improve the quality of a road in Lanark will see two sections of it close for up to four days each. To reduce disruption, the resurfacing work on Hyndford Road will be undertaken in two phases in the first half of August. Full details in the View: https://orlo.uk/5Torn

Tell us what you think about taxi fares in South Lanarkshire We’re reviewing taxi fares in our four areas: Clydesdale East Kilbride Hamilton Cambuslang/Rutherglen If you’d like to share your views, you can do so up until 8 August 2026. Find out more and have your say: https://orlo.uk/rjoM9

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Full details of the Regeneration Capital Grant Fund 2027/28, including the application form, can be found at https://orlo.uk/PSx6Y Our deadline for Expressions of Interest is 11.55pm, Sunday 2 August 2026. Completed EOIs should be submitted to FundingandDevelopment@southlanarkshire.gov.uk

Plans to plant more trees and increase woodlands in South Lanarkshire have been boosted by significant new funding. Read more in The View about the work to invest in communities with the fewest trees and greatest climate vulnerability. https://orlo.uk/RXgvn

The final area being cleared up by the council’s dedicated teams will be getting underway around Larkhall next week. Find out what areas will be affected in the View https://orlo.uk/Na6b2

New mechanical sweepers are being deployed across South Lanarkshire to help tackle litter. They will be primarily used on all the high-footfall areas such as shopping centres, shop fronts and around schools, as well as within estates, and will be cleaning mainly paths. https://orlo.uk/d5kvV

Full details of the Regeneration Capital Grant Fund 2027/28, including the application form, can be found at https://orlo.uk/BgFFk Our deadline for Expressions of Interest is 11.55pm, Sunday 2 August 2026. Completed EOIs should be submitted to FundingandDevelopment@southlanarkshire.gov.uk

The A71 between Canderside Toll roundabout and Stonehouse roundabout has reopened.

There is a road closure on the A71 between Canderside Toll Roundabout and Stonehouse bypass roundabout due to an incident on Cander Bridge.

Holy Cross High School pupils' Reading Café podcast has been nominated alongside high-profile broadcasters including Louis Theroux, Rylan and Pete Wicks at the British Podcast Awards. The podcast has also just won Scotland's Emerging Talent prize at the Scottish Podcast Awards https://orlo.uk/FRzJd

Childhood sweethearts celebrate 60 years of marriage. Allan Bradshaw first met Elizabeth (nee Montgomery) at secondary school but didn’t pluck up the courage to ask her out until they had both left school. Read more about their life together in the View https://orlo.uk/RxnXi

Prior Information Notice: Kitchen canopy cleaning Reference no: JUL560201 Property Services are seeking appoint a specialist contractor to carry out kitchen canopy cleaning and associated ductwork within 140 locations. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/j7Ge7

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We're hiring School Support Assistants across South Lanarkshire. Help children and young people get the support they need to learn and thrive in school. Apply by Friday 31 July 2026. Find out more and apply: https://orlo.uk/W9QXm

The first meeting of Hamilton Town Centre Board, tasked with delivering a £20million UK Government Pride in Place investment, has taken place. A key decision they agreed was to undertake a town-wide public consultation in August and September. Read all about it in The View. https://orlo.uk/YQcEl