Financial Inclusion Network
FIN News: 24 September 2025
Welcome to this week's Financial Inclusion Network news
The Financial Inclusion Network is an informal group of over 250 members taken from the Public and Third Sectors which covers all areas of South Lanarkshire. This network is to share information from a wide range of themes. We hope to provide a new update each week that can be accessed by all members at any time to see what is going on in the area under the headings below. If you would like an item included within our weekly news, please complete our short online form here: https://forms.office.com/e/Ht5w7iAuFi. For further information, please email communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Money is not the only problem – Wellbeing
Taking care of yourself is very important. When you are under stress, it can be harder to do this. Within this section you will find information on places where you can get help to look after your mental and physical health as well as find social links and supports to help you stay comfortable, healthy and happy.
https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/directory/182/money_is_not_the_only_problem/category/522
Community Networking Event
Friday 10 October 2025 (12noon- 4pm) Council HQ, Almada Street, Hamilton, ML3 0AA
We are delighted to invite you to this year’s Community Networking Event, a chance for local groups, organisations, and individuals to come together, connect, and share ideas. The event will also be a welcoming space where you can:
- Share experiences, ideas, and opportunities
- Learn more about what is happening across South Lanarkshire
- Explore how we can support each other to make a difference in our communities
Alongside plenty of opportunities to meet others and build connections, the day will also feature a range of workshops on important community topics, including:
- Credit unions and local financial support
- Free period products and tackling period poverty
- Home energy advice and support
- Community safety initiatives
- Health inequalities
…and many more, please check the link below for full list of workshops.
Everyone with an interest is welcome – whether you’re part of a group, a volunteer, or simply want to find out more about what is happening locally.
For more details and to keep up to date with the programme, please visit: www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/cp/cne2025
Community Planning Partnership Annual Outcome Improvement Report 2024-25
Please use the link to access the above report:-
Child Poverty Action Group (Scotland)
Seminar: Beyond Universal Credit migration - current challenges and future changes Thursday 27 November Glasgow Join us for the chance to share with other advisers in Scotland the Universal Credit migration challenges you’re seeing and get up to date with the latest developments and tactics to best support clients through this period of change. The in-person event will take place at the University of Strathclyde Technology and Innovation Centre, 99 George Street, Glasgow, G1 1RD
Hamilton Information Project Youth (HIPY)
HIPY have organised an event for Challenge Poverty Week on Thursday 9 October to give away free reusable period products including menstrual cups and period pants, in the Community Pop up, Regent Centre, Hamilton. This is the perfect opportunity to try reusable products without worrying about the initial outlay costs. Staff will be on hand to give instructions for use and care. There will also be fun activities to make this event fun with the hope of breaking the barrier of shame and embarrassment. First period packs with a small gift from ASDA will also be distributed. All welcome - not just young people!
