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 – Community Safety

Community safety is a shared, proactive approach involving police, local authorities, and residents to reduce crime, anti-social behaviour, and harm. It goes beyond law enforcement to foster secure environments through partnerships, environmental design, and vigilance, aiming for a, caring, and connected community. 

https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/directory/182/money_is_not_the_only_problem/category/590

Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS)

RTS is an aging 1980s technology using longwave radio signals to control roughly one million UK electricity meters, primarily for switching heating/hot water between peak and off-peak rates. The system is shutting down permanently on 17 June 2026. Affected users must replace their meters with smart meters immediately to avoid, or fix, potential issues like broken heating systems or higher energy costs.  For more information visit Ofgem’s website -

https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/policy/radio-teleswitch-service-rts-phase-out-approach

South Lanarkshire Council Jobs Fair

An upcoming Jobs Fair will feature a host of opportunities in various roles across South Lanarkshire Council.  Hosted by Facilities, Waste and Grounds Services, the roles which are available include full time and seasonal Grounds Operatives, Street Cleansing, Facilities Cleaning, Facilities Catering and Facilities School Crossing posts.  The drop-in event takes place on Thursday 19 March from 10am to 2pm in the Banqueting Hall at South Lanarkshire Council HQ, Almada Street, Hamilton. More in the View:

https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/view/news/article/2882/Variety_of_roles_available_at_Jobs_Fair

No Smoking Day 2026 – Wednesday 11 March

The World Health Organization (WHO) have announced the theme for World No Tobacco Day 2026: “Unmasking the appeal – countering nicotine and tobacco addiction.” The campaign will expose how the tobacco and nicotine industry continues to reinvent and repackage its products to hook a new generation, particularly children.  For more information follow the link:- https://campaignresources.dhsc.gov.uk/campaigns/no-smoking-day-nsd-2026/