Annual performance spotlights

In addition to all the performance information already published on our website and as part of our continued commitment to reporting on outcomes, we include stories from South Lanarkshire View to highlight the impact and benefits that our performance is having on service users and how we are working towards achieving our vision to improve the lives and prospects of everyone in South Lanarkshire.

Communities and Environment

Caring, connected and sustainable communities

Funding boost to plant trees in climate vulnerable communities – published 30 May 2025
South Lanarkshire has secured £90k from Future Woodlands Scotland to plant trees in climate‑vulnerable communities over the next three years, working with partners to boost local biodiversity and improve wellbeing.

Community input will shape bandstand restoration - published 14 August 2025
The people of Rutherglen are having their say about the future of the B-listed Overtoun Park bandstand.

Wish list reaches 100 not out - published 28 March 2025
A wish list set up to answer requests from local communities is celebrating granting its hundredth wish.

Education and Learning

Inspiring learners, transforming learning, strengthening partnerships

Exceptional performance by schools across South Lanarkshire - Published 1 July 2025
Schools across South Lanarkshire are receiving top marks following detailed inspections.

From the classroom little superheroes grow... - published 11 June 2025
South Lanarkshire Council this week launched a new campaign celebrating the youngest superheroes in our classrooms. 

Health and wellbeing

People live the healthiest lives possible

Creating Safer Communities - A Call to Action - published 8 December 2025
South Lanarkshire Council has brought local and national partners together to tackle knife crime and youth violence, harnessing collective expertise to shape meaningful solutions.

Get outdoors during Green Health Week - published 6 May 2025
Green Health Week - an ideal time to get outside, enjoy the good weather and improve fitness and mental health.

Men’s Sheds – not just sociable but sustainable - published 22 April 2025
Men’s Shed are not just helping health, happiness, and skill-sharing - they are now also helping the planet.

Children and young people

Our children and young people thrive

Arts grant helps school enrich experiences for pupils - published 30 May 2024
A Rutherglen school has received a grant of almost £100,000 to enhance pupil experiences within expressive arts.

Employment support for care experienced young people - published 2 May 2025
Care experienced young people who wish to pursue employment with the council will be given the support to do so.

Family Hubs importance recognised at national level - published 18 November 2025
South Lanarkshire’s Family Support Hubs have won a prestigious national award for their impact in improving the lives of children, young people and families.

Housing and Land

Good quality, suitable and sustainable places to live

Bringing communities together through Customer Voices - published 17 September 2025
The council’s new Customer Voices Conference was a resounding success with more than 80 tenants and other customers from across South Lanarkshire in attendance.

Energy costs reduced after improvements at flats - published 10 April 2025
Substantial improvements have been made to blocks of council flats in Blantyre.

Our Economy

Thriving business, fair jobs and vibrant town centres

Next stage of masterplan now underway - published 31 December 2025
The ownership of Centre West in East Kilbride Town Centre has now transferred back to South Lanarkshire Council.

Award for charity that connects people with jobs - published 29 April 2025
A council partner has been acknowledged as being the best in this region for connecting residents to job opportunities.

Updated March 2026