South Lanarkshire Council has elected Maureen Devlin as its new Leader, succeeding Joe Fagan, who resigned after his election to the Scottish Parliament. Key changes also include Bert Thomson appointed as Interim Provost and Celine Handibode as Interim Depute Provost. Mo Razzaq will chair the Finance and Corporate Resource Committee.
South Lanarkshire Council is conducting footpath resurfacing in Coatshill, Blantyre, starting on Berkley Drive on May 11, 2026. The project will focus on the even-numbered side of the street and is anticipated to last around nine days, with access available for residents throughout the work.
South Lanarkshire Council has reported unexpected delays in refuse collections across Hamilton, Cambuslang, Rutherglen, and East Kilbride, resulting in bins running up to a day late. Residents are advised to leave their bins at the kerbside for collection as crews work to catch up.
If your child is beginning primary or secondary school in August 2026, you may qualify for free school transport from South Lanarkshire Council. Eligible primary pupils living over one mile from their school can apply for transport until the end of May. Each child’s application must be submitted separately.
The main pool at Hamilton Water Palace is closed due to unforeseen circumstances, according to South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture. They aim to reopen it by Sunday morning and are informing clubs and swimming lesson participants about the situation, apologizing for any inconvenience caused.
South Lanarkshire Council has announced an extra bank holiday on June 15, 2026, to celebrate the men’s International Football team’s return to the World Cup after 28 years. Schools and council services will be closed, with only essential services like burials and cremations operating. The holiday is projected to cost £300,000.
Hamilton Town Centre is seeking applicants for its Neighbourhood Board to shape the future of its Pride in Place project, benefiting from £20 million in government funding over ten years. Board Chair Ronnie Smith invites community leaders, local businesses, and public agencies to apply by April 17, 2026, to help enhance local neighborhoods.
Council tax bills for 2026/2027 are being delivered across Scotland, with most councils raising rates by 5% to 10% due to financial pressures. North Lanarkshire’s tax increased by 7%, while South Lanarkshire’s rose by 6.5%, impacting households amid ongoing cost of living challenges. Families are feeling the financial strain.