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Community Councils? Will Jackton Declare Independence From EK?
Who Speaks for East Kilbride? Time for Real Representation in Every Community — Not Just the Few East Kilbride is Scotland’s sixth-largest town. It’s diverse, it’s growing, and it’s home to tens of thousands of people from all walks of life. But if you look at who actually has a formal say in local decisions…
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Family Support Hubs in South Lanarkshire – Quietly Making a Big Difference
Many families face daily challenges—some obvious, others not. Whether it’s coping with a new baby, dealing with financial pressure, or simply feeling isolated, support is available—and it doesn’t need to come with a crisis attached. South Lanarkshire’s Family Support Hubs are local teams of social workers and support staff offering help to families at any…
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The Bruce Hotel – A Story Of The Past And Present
The Bruce Hotel has long been a landmark of East Kilbride — once a symbol of post-war optimism and civic pride, now a focal point of a national debate. As plans advance to regenerate East Kilbride’s town centre, serious questions are emerging about how this next chapter can unfold with a migrant hotel operating in…
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Upgrades For Community Alarm – Why Are Those In Need Charged?
The rollout of digital community alarm systems across South Lanarkshire is now nearing completion, with more than 6,000 systems already upgraded and fewer than 400 left to transition. The work forms part of a UK-wide shift away from analogue landlines, with local authorities upgrading telecare technology to ensure continuity of care. The change comes amid…
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Mobility Bus – Healthy And Active Expands Service Provision For Pensioners And The Community
Healthy and Active Expands Community Bus Service to Three Days a Week Local charity Healthy and Active in East Kilbride has announced a welcome expansion to its much-valued Community Bus Service, which will now operate three days a week beginning the week of Monday 7th July 2025. The service will run every Tuesday, Wednesday and…
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Young Voices Writing Initiative: Lets change the narrative
Far too often, young people are spoken about but not with. Across East Kilbride, Scotland, and the wider UK, young people are frequently the subject of negative media coverage and damaging social media commentary—portrayed as disengaged, dangerous, or disinterested in their communities. These sweeping generalisations not only hurt our young people but also overlook the…
