Cambuslang and Rutherglen community groups benefit from council funding

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Over £1500 has been handed out to community groups across Rutherglen and Cambuslang.Today (December 14), councillors at the Cambuslang and Rutherglen Area Committee meeting approved funding for two community groups.Funding came from the community grants scheme, which supports local groups to fund activities and projects which bring community benefit and involve people in the community.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Cambuslang and District Voluntary Care Club received £529 for specialist transport and entrance fees.And Resourceful Ramblers in Rutherglen were funded £1000 for specialist transport.Support from community grants can be provided for a range of activities including administration and publicity costs, purchase of equipment and materials, annual outings and entrance fees, start-up costs and special events.The total allocation for community grants for the Cambuslang and Rutherglen area for 2022 to 2023 was £25,750, with £16,096 remaining until the end of the financial year. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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