VASLan regrets to advise that the Third Sector Hustings scheduled for Wednesday 22 April 2026 at Carluke Lifestyles has been cancelled.
This decision has been made due to low participant numbers, which means we would not be able to deliver the event in a way that ensures a meaningful and balanced discussion for the sector.
As we fast approach the 2026 Holyrood elections, we will be hosting a cross-party Third Sector Hustings Event. This is a great opportunity to hear from local candidates, learn more about their commitments to the third sector and ask any questions.
Time: 6.15pm - 9.00pm
Location: Carluke Lifestyles, Carnwath Road, Carluke, ML8 4DF
Today we are proud to launch the South Lanarkshire Third Sector Manifesto ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.
Please see the below update from Niall McShannon, VASLan Chair, regarding the recent CEO recruitment:
"Following a recruitment process over the past few weeks, I’m pleased to confirm the appointment of Jimmy Wilson as Chief Executive of VASLan.
The role attracted strong interest, with 33 applications received. Nine candidates were invited to first stage interviews and four progressed to a second stage. While the candidates were of a very high calibre, the Board felt that none quite matched the particular blend of experience and sector representation the role requires.
This is a walk-in session to offer advice and support to third sector organisations, community groups and social enterprises in Clydesdale. Come along and talk to us!
Time: 10am - 12pm.
Location: St Brides Centre, Braehead, Douglas, Lanark ML11 0PT
No booking needed.
If you have any question about this event please email office@vaslan.org.uk or telephone 01698 300390
This is a walk-in session to offer advice and support to third sector organisations, community groups and social enterprises in Clydesdale. Come along and talk to us!
Time: 10am - 12pm.
Location: Forth Community Resource Centre, 57 Hawkwood Terrace, Forth, ML11 8AT
No booking needed.
If you have any question about this event please email office@vaslan.org.uk or telephone 01698 300390
Time: 9.45am - 12.30pm
Location: St Brides Centre, Douglas, ML11 0PT
If you have any question about this event please email office@vaslan.org.uk or telephone 01698 300390
Further to the consultation held at the last round of Locality Network events in September and ahead of the upcoming December events, VASLan’s draft locality strategies for 2026-29 are now available. These initial drafts have been shaped by the inputs of the 170 representatives who attended December’s Locality Network events, ensuring that their voices have been included. You can view them below:
Time: 9.45am - 12.30pm
Location: The Fountain, 11 Abbeygreen, Lesmahagow ML11 0HD
If you have any question about this event please email office@vaslan.org.uk or telephone 01698 300390
Time: 2pm - 3.30pm
Location: Online
If you have any question about this event please email office@vaslan.org.uk or telephone 01698 300390