Financial Inclusion Network
FIN News: 16 September 2026
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 – Getting Involved
Getting involved in your community can help you feel connected, meet new people and make a positive difference. Volunteering is one way to use your time and skills to help others while building confidence and learning new skills.
https://www.southlanarkshire.gov.uk/directory/182/money_is_not_the_only_problem/category/525
Challenge Poverty Week – 5-11 October 2026
Challenge Poverty Week is an annual campaign that highlights the injustice of poverty and showcases how collective, compassionate action can build real solutions. Hundreds of charities, local councils, and community groups take part across the country. The main goal is to raise awareness of the impact that poverty has on individuals, families and communities and to show that working together we can solve the problems that poverty causes.
Financial Inclusion Network (FIN) Event
This year FIN is hosting a networking event on Thursday 8 October from 2pm to 4pm in South Lanarkshire Lifestyles Carluke, Carnwath Road, Carluke, ML8 4DF. This event has four great speakers lined up and will provide ample opportunities for networking with colleagues old and new. To attend please use this link to register –
We are also creating a calendar of events and activities that are being held throughout Challenge Poverty. If you have any information on any such events please contact us on communities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk
Home Energy Scotland – free webinars
Our Home Renewable Advisors will be hosting two webinars focusing on ‘Exploring Renewable Energy for Your Home’.
Home Energy Scotland - Free Webinars
Exploring Renewable Energy for Your Home - Heat pumps, solar PV, battery storage, and funding. Could renewable technology help you reduce your energy bills?
Join Home Energy Scotland for a free webinar with our expert Home Renewable Advisors and discover more about renewable technologies and how they could benefit your home or property.
Whether you’re a homeowner or private sector landlord, you may be considering moving away from fossil fuel heating and want to understand what options are available.
During the webinar, we will provide an overview of heat pumps, solar PV and battery storage. We will explain how these technologies work, their potential benefits and the funding opportunities that may be available to help you make the move towards a more energy-efficient home. There will also be an opportunity to ask our expert questions during a live question and session.
Choose from two sessions on Wednesday 7th October:
- Morning session 10am–11am
- Afternoon session 2pm–3pm
Click here to book a place –
