Financial Inclusion Network
FIN News: 13 August 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 – Employment
If you are looking for work, there are services within South Lanarkshire who can help you with this. They can provide training, support and advice for you. They can also help if you are in work but need to develop your skills to secure better paid jobs or need to know about your employment rights including how much the Living Wage is or what in work benefits you can claim.
https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/directory/182/money_is_not_the_only_problem/category/524
AbilityNet
Free BT Digital Skills Training. Are you supporting older adults or people with disabilities who could benefit from greater confidence online? In partnership with BT, we are offering free Digital Skills Training designed to help individuals stay connected, informed, and independent. What the training covers: • Using devices like smartphones, tablets, and computers • Staying safe online and avoiding scams • Accessing essential services — healthcare, banking, shopping • Communicating with family and friends via email and video calls. To learn more, visit our website:
https://abilitynet.org.uk/free-tech-support-and-info/digital-skills-training-people-over-65
Or contact us at digitalskills@abilitynet.org.uk
Community Networking Event – Friday 10 October
Save the Date - Community Networking Event Friday 10 October 2025 in Council HQ, Almada Street, Hamilton, ML3 0AA from 12pm to 4pm.
The event will take a familiar shape with FIN members hosting stalls/tables to promote their services to community groups and members of the public. In addition to this there will be an element of workshops and learning opportunities which will be hosted throughout the afternoon.
Please use the following two links to register for a stand and provide ideas for any workshops:-
- Registering for a stand - https://forms.office.com/e/NA3v327ui6
- What you want to learn - https://forms.office.com/e/MhRKrJ26Xp
For more information contact us at – communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Lanarkshire Climate Action Hub
As part of the upcoming Lanarkshire Climate Festival (8-21 September), the Hub is hosting an event titled “Solar and Beyond: A Tour of Renewables in a Community Building”. This event will highlight how one local charity has successfully funded and installed renewable energy technologies in their community building. We will explore: • Tour of the building highlighting what was installed (solar PV, heat pump, battery) • How the project was funded • Challenges and successes • The impact on the building and community. There will also be a Question and Answer session, giving groups the opportunity to ask practical questions and consider how similar approaches might benefit their own facilities.
Event Details Date: Friday 12 September Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm Venue: Focus Youth Centre, 440 Laburnum Road, Uddingston, G71 5HZ
Money Guiders Scotland Network
The Money Guiders Scotland Network are delighted to be hosting their next in-person event in Dundee city centre on Thursday 11 September. This free event is open to anyone who delivers money guidance at any level! The event will bring us together to learn about the different ways we can support people when it comes to financial planning for later life - think wills, pensions, Power of Attorney,, and more. On the day, we will hear from Money and Pensions Service, Trading Standards Scotland, and Age Scotland plus we will have exhibitors from various organisations to explore. Book now to secure your free place at this exclusive event to get learning and networking with colleagues across public, third, and community sectors. Please note light lunch will be served. If you have any questions or are interested in joining our speaker or exhibitor line-up, please email moneyguidersscotland@moneyadvicescotland.org.uk
Larkhall and District Volunteer Group – Vacancy
We are recruiting for a new Community Transport Coordinator with a closing date for applicants being Sunday 31 August.
Transport plays a vital role in reducing social isolation — yet for many, it is a barrier to accessing essential healthcare and social opportunities. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives by helping to remove those barriers. If you have experience in community transport and a passion for improving wellbeing in your local area, we’d love to hear from you!
Please apply via: https://lnkd.in/e4_TcQQu
