Agenda Document Pack - Asset Transfer Appeals Panel - 16/05/2025
South Lanarkshire Council · 16 May 2025
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Council Offices, Almada Street Hamilton, ML3 0AA Thursday, 08 May 2025 Dear Councillor Asset Transfer Appeals Panel The Members listed below are requested to attend a meeting of the above Panel to be held as follows:- Date: Friday, 16 May 2025 Time: 10:00 Venue: By Microsoft Teams and Committee Room 5, The business to be considered at the meeting is listed overleaf. Yours sincerely Paul Manning Chief Executive Members Davie McLachlan (Chair), Andrea Cowan, Margaret Cowie 1
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BUSINESS 1 Declaration of Interests Item(s) for Decision 2 Review of Case Application CAT/24/0017 for Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House, Lanark Report dated 2 May 2025 by the Executive Director (Housing and Technical Resources). (Copy attached) 3 - 444 Urgent Business 3 Urgent Business Any other items of business which the Chair decides are urgent. For further information, please contact:- Clerk Name: Tracy Slater Clerk Telephone: 07385 370089 Clerk Email: tracy.slater@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 2
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3.2. McClymont House is a former care home which was operated by South Lanarkshire Council’s Social Work Resources. On 26 March 2024, the Integration Joint Board took the decision to close the care home, and by September 2024, all its residents had been transferred elsewhere. 3.3. The property consists of a number of self-contained wards with an operational service area and an administrative area. It is a one-story structure built around a communal garden area in its centre (Appendix 1 – Aerial Photo, Appendix 2 – site plan). 3.4. Healthy Valleys, an eligible community organisation, submitted a formal request for the Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House, the validation date for which was 15 November 2024 (Appendix 3, application form; Appendix 4, constitution). 3.5. A public consultation took place between 15 November and 13 December 2024. A total of 616 responses were received, 641 in support, 2 neutral and 2 objections (no information provided). 3.6. Following the period of public consultation, Healthy Valleys were provided with an opportunity to respond to representations made in the course of the consultation. Because no negative comments were received, Healthy Valleys chose not to respond. 3.7. The Community Asset Transfer Assessment Panel reached the decision that they were unable to recommend to the Council the community asset transfer. A Decision Notice to this effect, explaining the reasons for the decision, was issued to Healthy Valleys on 28 February 2025 (Appendix 11 – Decision Notice). 3.8. Healthy Valleys has requested a review, by elected members, of this decision. It should be noted that the organisation also has the right to appeal to Scottish Ministers should the Asset Transfer Appeals Panel uphold the decision to refuse (Appendix 12 – Request for Review). 4. Process to be Followed 4.1. If the Asset Transfer Appeals Panel decide there is sufficient information contained in this report and appendices to determine the review, the following statutory matters should be considered when making a decision: (i) the reasons for the request; (ii) any other information provided in support of the request (whether such other information is contained in the review or otherwise provided); (iii) whether agreeing to the request would be likely to promote or improve: economic development, regeneration, public health, social wellbeing, or environmental wellbeing; (iv) whether agreeing to the request would be likely to reduce inequalities of outcome which result from socio-economic disadvantage; (v) any other benefits that might arise if the request were agreed to; (vi) any benefits that might arise if the Council were to agree to or otherwise adopt an alternative proposal (in respect of the land to which the request relates); (vii) how such benefits would compare to any benefits such as are mentioned in (iii) and (v); 4
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(viii) how any benefits such as are mentioned in (vi) above relate to other matters the Council considers relevant (including, in particular, the functions and purposes of the Council); (ix) any obligations imposed on the Council, by or under any enactment or otherwise, that may prevent, restrict or otherwise affect its ability to agree to the request; and (x) such other matters (whether or not included in or arising out of the request) as the panel considers relevant. 4.2. If the Asset Transfer Appeals Panel decide it has insufficient information to determine the review, it should decide what further procedure is required. If further information or representations are required the Panel should decide what information it needs, from whom this should be requested, and whether this should be obtained by means of written representations, a hearing session, or some other method (such as a site visit). 5. Notice of Review – Statement of Reasons for Requiring the Review 5.1. In submitting their Notice of Review, the applicant has stated their reasons for requiring a review of the determination in respect of their application (Refer Appendix 12). 5.2. In relation to the approach, the letter from Healthy Valleys dated 18 March 2025 (received by email on 19 March 2025), proposed that the Review should be conducted by written submission, with an opportunity for an in-person hearing. Officers contacted Healthy Valleys on 2 April 2025 to advise that the determination of Review will be based on written submissions only, which is consistent with previous reviews. 5.3. The additional written submission was subsequently received from Healthy Valleys on 17 April 2025. In terms of consistency, Housing Services was given the opportunity to provide additional written information. This was received on 24 April 2025. 5.4. Members will, however, be aware that it is for the Panel to determine how a case is reviewed. 6. Information Available to Allow Review of the Application 6.1. The following information is appended to this report to assist the Panel in its review of the decision taken by officers:- (i) Aerial Photograph Appendix 1 Page 7 (ii) Site Plan Appendix 2 Page 8 (iii) Asset Transfer Request Form Appendix 3 Pages 9 to 25 (iv) Healthy Valley Social M&A Appendix 4 Pages 26 to 41 (v) Organisational Strategy 2024-2027 Appendix 5 Pages 42 to 71 (vi) Permanent Premises Options Appendix 6 Pages 72 to 80 (vii) Sustainability Action Plan Appendix 7 Pages 81 to 87 (viii) Funding Strategy 2023 - 2027 Appendix 8 Pages 88 to 102 (ix) Summary of Representations 2024 Appendix 9 Pages 103 to 149 (x) Steering Group Comments (xi) Decision Notice (xii) Request for Review Appendix 10 Page 150 Appendix 11 Pages 151 to 152 Appendix 12 Pages 153 to 159 (xiii) Statement of Support Housing Services Appendix 13 Pages 160 to 162 5
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(xiv) Summary of Review Representations Appendix 14 Page 163 (xv) Public Comments Appendix 15 Pages 164 to 444 7. Notice of Review Consultation Process 7.1. 121 further public representations were received in the course of the 10-working day period from the date on which notification of the request for a review of the case was given. These are listed at and attached as Appendix 14. 7.2. The Asset Transfer Steering Groups observations on the asset transfer request are attached as Appendix 10. 7.3. The applicant had the opportunity to comment on the further representations received. The applicant chose to make no comment at this stage. Stephen Gibson Executive Director (Housing and Technical Resources) 2 May 2025 Link(s) to Council Values/Priorities/Outcomes ♦ Accountable, effective, efficient and transparent Previous References None List of Background Papers None Contact for Further Information If you would like to inspect the background papers or want further information, please contact:- Tony Finn, Area Manager, Community and Enterprise Resources E-mail: tony.finn@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 6
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Appendix 3 COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 2015 ASSET TRANSFER REQUEST FORM IMPORTANT NOTES: This is the asset transfer request form for South Lanarkshire Council which can be used to make a Community Asset Transfer request to that authority. You are strongly advised to contact the relevant authority and discuss your proposals with them before making an asset transfer request, this can be done by sending an email to communityassets@southlanarkshire.gov.uk. You do not need to use this form to make an asset transfer request, but using a form will help you to make sure you include all the required information. You should read the asset transfer guidance provided by the Scottish Government and South Lanarkshire Council before making a request. When completed, this form must be sent to the relevant authority which owns or leases the land your request relates to. Please email to communityassets@southlanarkshire.gov.uk or post to Community Asset Transfer Officer, Almada House, Hamilton, ML3 0AA. 9
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Please attach a copy of the CTB’s constitution, articles of association or registered rules. 1.5 Has the organisation been individually designated as a community transfer body by the Scottish Ministers? No ✓ Yes ☐ Please give the title and date of the designation order: 1.6 Does the organisation fall within a class of bodies which has been designated as community transfer bodies by the Scottish Ministers? No ☐ Yes ✓ If yes what class of bodies does it fall within? SCIO Organisation background 1.7 What are the aims, activities and objectives of your organisation? 1.8 Does your organisation currently own or manage any other land or property? No ☐ Yes ✓ If yes please provide brief details of location, purpose and management arrangements? Healthy Valleys is an Anchor Organisation for rural South Lanarkshire and aims to reduce health inequalities in the area through the provision of high-quality, community-led health improvement activities which empower individuals, families, and communities to live healthier and happier lives. Healthy Valleys currently: • Holds a 1-year lease from SLC for Smyllum Community Hub in Lanark. SCH is used for small community activities. • Holds a 3-year private lease for Unit 2, Block 2, 5 Young Road, Caldwellside Industrial Estate, Lanark. This is used as a base for our Gear Up active travel social enterprise. 11
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1.9 What community / communities does your CTB work with or support? Section 2: Information about the land and rights requested 2.1 Please identify the land to which this asset transfer request relates. You should provide a street address or grid reference and any name by which the land or building is known. If you have identified the land on the relevant authority’s register of land, please enter the details listed there. McClymont House, 1 Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ 2.2 Please provide the UPRN (Unique Property Reference Number), if known. If the property has a UPRN you will find it in the relevant authority’s register of land. UPRN: 484118382 Healthy Valleys supports all communities in rural Clydesdale, particularly those in areas of multiple social deprivation. We work extensively in partnership with established local community groups to ensure we reach as many people as possible. We support individuals, families, and communities, and many of our beneficiaries: • Are experiencing increasing levels of social isolation and loneliness, exacerbated by the pandemic and poor public transport infrastructure. • Have existing mild-to-moderate mental health conditions, specifically stress and anxiety, made worse by worries about the cost-of-living crisis and isolation. • Have a lack of access to affordable, nutritional food, and few opportunities for physical exercise, leading to poor physical health and in turn to worsening mental health. Our work highlights the intergenerational impacts of health inequalities- for children to have good emotional wellbeing & relationships, the adults around them must feel able to manage all aspects of their own health & wellbeing. Many of the families we work with experience/d the following risk factors for poor emotional wellbeing: • Existing mild-to-moderate mental health conditions. • Adverse childhood experiences and intergenerational trauma. • Negative family circumstances including domestic abuse. • Homelessness, unemployment, and financial difficulties • Lack of access to parental education opportunities, support, and services. 12
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Section 3: Type of request, payment and conditions 3.1 Please tick what type of request is being made: for ownership (under section 79(2)(a)) - go to section 3A 3.2 for lease (under section 79(2)(b)(i)) – go to section 3B for other rights (section 79(2)(b)(ii)) - go to section 3C 3A – Request for ownership What price are you prepared to pay for the land requested? : N/A Please attach a note setting out any other terms and conditions you wish to apply to the request. 3B – request for lease What is the length of lease you are requesting? 20 years How much rent are you prepared to pay? Please make clear whether this is per year or per month. £2000 / year Please attach a note setting out any other terms and conditions you wish to be included in the lease, or to apply to the request in any other way. 3C – request for other rights What are the rights you are requesting? N/A Do you propose to make any payment for these rights? Yes ☐ No ☐ If yes, how much are you prepared to pay? Please make clear what period this would cover, for example per week, per month, per day? Proposed payment: £ per Please attach a note setting out any other terms and conditions you wish to apply to the request. Section 4: Community Proposal 4.1 Please set out the reasons for making the request and how the land or building will be used. x 13
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This should explain the objectives of your project, why there is a need for it, any development or changes you plan to make to the land or building, and any activities that will take place there. Our Request Healthy Valleys requests a CAT for McClymont House to transform the building into a multi-purpose community hub and enterprise facility that supports individuals, families, and communities to live healthy and happy lives. The Need Rural South Lanarkshire comprises 500 sq. mi. of mainly former coal-mining communities, where marginalisation, inequality, and inequity are prevalent. The Scottish Government’s Rural Deprivation Evidence Summary SIMD review concluded; “People living in rural areas of Scotland face different challenges than those living in urban areas, and therefore, the experiences of deprivation are not the same.” There is also a view that issues can be even more acute for people living in rural areas: “Take the urban problems and multiply them by 10 for the rural areas! Food, fuel, transportation poverty, it all feels impossible” (Poverty Truth Commission Summary Report). Communities in rural South Lanarkshire are geographically isolated and often unable to access centralised services and supports due to poor transport infrastructure. Many have severely limited opportunities for employment, health and social care support, shopping for day-to-day necessities, and leisure. Healthy Valleys was established to address the disproportionate intergenerational poverty and health inequalities faced by rural South Lanarkshire. For over 20 years we have worked directly with communities to identify local needs, provide information, signpost, and facilitate activities that address these needs providing a platform to support positive lifestyle changes and reduce health inequalities. We operate a hub and spokes model, with activities taking place in Lanark and in partner premises throughout Clydesdale, including Douglas St Brides Centre, Rigside Community Hall, Thornton Road Community Centre, Coalburn Miners’ Welfare Building, and Abington Old Schoolhouse. Our multi-disciplinary team work across our key themes of Early Years, Mental Health & Wellbeing, and Community Food & Health, with a Community Champion in each area who can draw on cross-team support as required. Our tried and tested model means we are experts at taking our services to rural communities, but we have for some time been without a main ‘hub’ in Lanark from which to develop our services, build our social enterprises, and run larger-scale activities. From 2017, Healthy Valleys operated from the Lockhart Hospital, which provided a good central base. However, we were forced to vacate the building at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and we have been informed that this building will not reopen for our use. Following 8-years of development work with South Lanarkshire Council for the creation of a Rural and Community Enterprise Hub at Lanark Racecourse, we were informed in 2023 that this hub was no longer being progressed. This meant that we had to secure temporary premises to enable us to continue to develop our vital services to people most in need. We currently lease an industrial unit at Caldwellside Industrial Estate to provide a home for our Gear Up Social Enterprise, but this is not suited to the wider organisation, and the rent, combined with the hire of halls in Lanark, is financially unsustainable. In order to continue to deliver the essential services we provide to people throughout Clydesdale, we must secure a new, permanent base. 14
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Our Plans We have recently undertaken a Premises Options Appraisal (see enclosed), which sets out our priorities for a premises based on our Organisational & Social Enterprise Strategy 2024-2028 (see enclosed). In summary these are: -A range of mixed-size multi-purpose spaces for delivery of community activities, sessions, 1:1 support and group work (with strong digital capacity) - A cooking and training academy for delivery of our REHIS and cooking courses - Good storage facilities (including for food) - Storage for bikes and a bike workshop - Close to the town centre with easy access - Scope for development for our social enterprises - Outdoor spaces and in close proximity to walking and cycling routes McClymont House will secure all of these priorities for Healthy Valleys, and ensure the sustainable future of the organisation, as well as of a building which is in good condition, but highly emotive for the community. Healthy Valleys will take a phased approach to the development of the building, retaining its modular layout and establishing individual wings to host our core health improvement work as well as our social enterprises. We plan to also retain the existing names of the wings (Hyndford, Cleghorn, and Clyde) to continue the association of people and place and enable positive reflection on the history of the building. - ‘The Wee Hub’ will form the heart of the building. This will be a series of flexible spaces for Healthy Valleys to deliver our core services and AVOC Training Academy, but which can also be let to local organisations, groups, and societies for clubs, classes, and meetings. We anticipate high demand for this as there are currently not enough affordable or available spaces in Lanark for groups. - Gear Up at Hyndford will hold our active travel enterprise, with easy access out to the paths and countryside of Lanark - Reloved at Cleghorn will host our pre-loved shop, looking down to the retail spaces of Lanark High Street - Clyde View will hold a children’s activity space - The Food Larder will be based in the catering kitchen wing. In order to ensure the energy efficiency of the building in line with the Scottish Government’s move towards Net Zero, we will ensure that the development of the building takes place in line with best practice in sustainable building. In 2023, Healthy Valleys secured funding from the SSE Sustainable Development Fund to install renewables at our planned Racecourse premises. When this fell through, and we secured our temporary premises at Caldwellside, we installed solar panels and a heat pump to provide renewable energy and support our organisational move to Net Zero. We would transfer these assets to McClymont House to take forward the same energy efficiency. Benefits of the proposal 4.2 Please set out the benefits that you consider will arise if the request is agreed to. This section should explain how the project will benefit your community, and others. Please refer to the guidance on how the relevant authority will consider the benefits of a request. 15
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As touched on briefly above, the CAT will enable the sustainable future of an essential local organisation and enable us to continue to provide valuable community services, in line with the original purpose of the building. The work undertaken by Healthy Valleys in the premises will contribute to the policy objectives of South Lanarkshire Council, NHS Lanarkshire, Health & Social Care Partnership, and the Scottish Government, as well as to Healthy Valleys own strategic objectives. Healthy Valleys is key to delivering these policy objectives in Clydesdale. Although McClymont House closed as part of the Sustainability and Value programme, we can help it to flourish again. Healthy Valleys will develop the wellbeing economy of rural South Lanarkshire. To build this, the identified need is for local: food economies, circular and sharing economies, democracy, finance, enterprise, skills training, spaces / one-stop-shops, community anchor organisations, and networks. Healthy Valleys works, individually and in partnership, to provide all of these. We will help organise communities using the time of our experienced and skilled development staff to engage and link across communities, make key connections within communities and to outside bodies and to catalyse the change process. Healthy Valleys will develop a facility that will transform an existing asset into a much needed, flexible, and efficient community resource and hub which will once again be held in high esteem, transforming people’s perceptions of the facility. We have an excellent track record of leveraging in external funding that will contribute to the development of the facility and the ongoing economic growth of Clydesdale. If Healthy Valleys can gain a CAT for McClymont House, and move in quickly, we will be able to prevent deterioration to the building, and further costs for repair and upkeep. Healthy Valleys works across three key themes of Early Years, Mental Health & Wellbeing, and Community Food & Nutrition. Through these, we aim to: - Empower people & communities - Improve people’s emotional health - Improve people’s physical health - Build stronger communities - Improve skills & knowledge - Improve confidence & self-esteem - Reduce social isolation & loneliness - Work towards Net Zero We engage directly with communities and individuals who do not normally or easily engage with mainstream services to address their needs through inclusive development, delivery, and evaluation of physical and mental health & well-being services. In McClymont House we will continue to utilise our values-based model of recognising people as assets, facilitating rather than delivering, enabling lifestyle change, improving access to information, and continuing to work in partnership with local and other groups and organisations. We will be more visible, accessible and mobilise our passionate volunteers to reach as many people as we can. Our work in Early Years will: - Support the eradication of child poverty through early intervention work with children and families. - Reduce the risk of familied being affected by negative outcomes. 16
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- Provide increased opportunities for families. - Empower families to bond, develop good communication, and strengthen relationships within the family and in the community. Our work in Mental Health & Wellbeing will: - Utilise early intervention techniques to prevent problems developing or worsening and needing more specialist support. - Help provide people with the skills and techniques they need to manage their own health and take control of their future. - Help connect people and reduce social isolation and loneliness. Our work in Community Food & Nutrition will: - Upskill people in understanding the benefits of a healthy diet for a healthy life. - Offer accredited and vocational training to people on preparing and cooking food. - Support people to shop and cook on a budget and reduce food waste. - Support the ‘seed-to-plate’ ethos of growing your own food and understanding where food comes from. - Support a move to Net Zero through sustainable food and reduction of waste. Our Social Enterprise Plan: - Healthy Valleys is aiming to become more self-sustaining financially and less reliant on grant funders. - Our social enterprise plan is detailed in the Healthy Valleys Organisational & Social Enterprise Strategy 2024-2028 (enclosed). In summary these will include: o Gear Up, and active travel enterprise empowering communities through walking, cycling, and wheeling. Gear Up has now been established for a year and offers bike, eBike, eCargo bike, and adaptive bike hire, cycling and bike maintenance lessons and courses, led rides, and guided walks. Gear Up is also establishing community active travel hubs throughout Clydesdale, with solar-powered eBike lockers and eBikes on loan to community groups. o AVOC Training Academy. This will offer a range of accredited and vocational training courses to individuals, and other Third Sector, Educational, and commercial organisations. Training will be linked to Healthy Valleys key objectives and will include Food & Nutrition, Cycling & Active Travel, Physical & Mental Health & Wellbeing, and children & Families. o Reloved: Through Reloved we will offer pre-loved clothing and goods (initially for children and families, but expanding to adults as the enterprise grows) from our ‘shop’ (physical, moving delivery utilising our Wellbeing Wagon, and virtual) o A Children’s play centre: Through this we will encourage cognitive development in early years, provide a safe space for children while adults attend sessions, and host birthday parties. - McClymont House will allow us to phase the development of these enterprises, providing individual spaces for each where resources can be shared. The modular layout will allow for unique access to each enterprise, and a ‘shop window’ for the public. - Gear Up has already brought in c£400,000 of funding to the area, supported the creation of 2 new jobs and 8 volunteer roles, and reached over 1000 people around active travel, and we anticipate that our other social enterprises will create similar, if not higher levels of economic growth. Our Plans for Growth: The flexible space provided in McClymont House will allow for the expansion of Healthy Valleys core work as detailed above, enabling us to reach and support more people in the community. Expansion may include: 17
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- Access to community health services such as physio, podiatry, complementary services, and counselling. - The development of student placements in some of the above. - Work with children and adults with additional support needs, including quiet and sensory sessions. - Work at the weekends and in the evenings, with people who are unable to access services during the day These potential areas for expansion have been informed by ongoing consultation with our beneficiaries. This is the key reason why our work has been so successful and had such an impact on peoples’ lives to date: we listed and deliver activities which meet need Growth of our core services and social enterprises from McClymont House will create wide ranging and long-lasting benefits, the primary one of which will be an increase in Healthy Valleys’ profile, and people’s awareness of the organisation, as well as it being easier for people to access our support. This will feed directly into: - Better engagement with local people, groups, and organisations: we will be more visible, have more opportunities to connect, and be able to offer space to local groups. - Increased number of beneficiaries experiencing the positive impact of Healthy Valleys. We will be able to reach more people, have more space to meet them and deliver activities, we will be able to diversify our activities to meet need. - More skilled volunteers, including better opportunities for young persons’ volunteering within our social enterprises. - New opportunities for skills development through our AVOC social enterprise. - Strengthened partnerships and networks. We already partner extensively in Clydesdale with, amongst others, local community groups, statutory services, organisations such as CAB, Money Matters, and Home Energy Scotland, other Third Sector groups, and local churches. We will be able to offer space to our partners, jointly host events and sessions, and strengthen our in-person networking. In short, having McClymont House as a base will help Healthy Valleys to deliver directly on the Scottish Government’s key priorities of eradicating child poverty, growing the economy, tackling the climate emergency, and ensuring high-quality and sustainable public services. Restrictions on use of the land 4.3 If there are any restrictions on the use or development of the land, please explain how your project will comply with these. Restrictions might include, amongst others, environmental designations such as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSI), heritage designations such as listed building status, controls on contaminated land or planning restrictions. No restrictions known 18
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Negative consequences 4.4 What negative consequences (if any) may occur if your request is agreed to? How would you propose to minimise these? You should consider any potential negative consequences for the local economy, environment, or any group of people, and explain how you could reduce these. We anticipate that this project will have no negative consequences, rather purely positive consequences including: - A building which has been the subject of much debate and negative press since its closure being brought back into public benefit use. - Increased and strengthened community benefit for the work of Healthy Valleys. - Strong economic development with the growth of Healthy Valleys’ social enterprises, and staff and volunteer skills. - The provision of an affordable and accessible community space. Capacity to deliver 4.5 Please show how your organisation will be able to manage the project and achieve your objectives. This could include the skills and experience of members of the organisation, any track record of previous projects, whether you intend to use professional advisers, etc. Healthy Valleys has been operating for over 20 years as a charity and company limited by guarantee. In this time, we have operated regular annual budgets of between £500k and £1m and delivered on a wide range of community led initiatives supported by host of external funders. Through a number of detailed external assessments and studies from University of Strathclyde (among others), Healthy Valleys has consistently shown the ability and evidence of meeting targets and achieving outcomes. Healthy Valleys has a very experienced Board of Trustees comprising business experience, Third Sector experience at senior levels, retired and current GPs, members from public service (Fire & Rescue) and retired Health staff. We have a long-standing positive relationship with South Lanarkshire Council with an external Adviser to the Board. South Lanarkshire Council has funded Healthy Valleys consistently over the years to carry out specific community engagement with disadvantaged rural communities and deliver specific health and community development related activity in these communities. The board of Trustees meet on a quarterly basis, and we have a variety of sub-groups including the Policy and Finance group who meet monthly, and their remit includes reviewing the financial progress of the organisation. Healthy Valleys staff are experienced professionals with a broad range of skills. In 2022, the organisation recruited a staff member with a background in development and capital project fundraising and management, and this staff member will lead on the development of the building. Healthy Valleys is consistently recognised for its achievements and is a recent recipient of: -The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service - The GSK Impact Award - Volunteer Scotland’s ‘Investing in Volunteers’ award - VASLan’s ‘Enterprise & Sustainability’ award 19
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Section 5: Level and nature of support 4.6 Please provide details of the level and nature of support for the request, from your community and, if relevant, from others. This could include information on the proportion of your community who are involved with the request, how you have engaged with your community beyond the members of your organisation and what their response has been. You should also show how you have engaged with any other communities that may be affected by your proposals. Healthy Valleys builds community engagement, consultation and empowerment into all of its activities. We use a variety of methodologies to collect information, including: - Face-to-face consultation - Meetings & community events - Sessions with local groups and organisations, including the NHS Health Improvement Team - Session evaluation and feedback forms (hard-copy and digital) - Microsoft Forms (this is confidential and anonymous) - Volunteer development sessions - Staff and Trustee development sessions - Feedback from our Community champions - Considering a community’s own development plans - Social Media - Official studies undertaken by consultants or research departments of universities Time and time again, our feedback evidences the hugely positive impact Healthy Valley’s has on people’s lives. Our feedback also shows that people value the fact that we take our services into rural communities and make them as accessible as possible. Going directly to rural communities aside, our most recent consultation for our Organisational and Social Enterprise Strategy 2024-28 evidenced that a permanent, central base is essential for the long-term sustainability and growth of the organisation as it affects every aspect of the organisation- beneficiaries, volunteers, staff, service delivery, financial & environmental sustainability, and growth of our social enterprises. One of our key feedback points is that people value the consistency of our service, whether staff, volunteers, or regular sessions, and this would be improved with an accessible venue where people feel safe, welcome, and supported, can connect with others, establish new friendships and support networks, and learn new skills. We will continue to consult widely across all aspects of the organisation, including regarding this move to McClymont House and the development of the building. Section 6: Funding 6.1 Please outline how you propose to fund the price or rent you are prepared to pay for the land, and your proposed use of the land. You should show your calculations of the costs associated with the transfer of the land or building and your future use of it, including any redevelopment, ongoing maintenance and the costs of your activities. All proposed income and investment should be identified, including volunteering and donations. If you intend to apply for grants or loans, you should demonstrate that your proposals are eligible for the relevant scheme, according to the guidance available for applicants. 20
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Healthy Valleys Finances Healthy Valleys has been planning for our own premises for 8 years and operates a Business Development Fund (BDF) dedicated to helping us realise this. The BDF will support staff revenue costs for the management of the CAT process and associated consultancy work. Healthy Valleys have a cashflow forecast for each financial year which considers rent, rates, and utilities, and this will be amended for McClymont House. We expect a significant discount on the full annual leasing costs based on the high levels of community benefit that we will deliver through the project. While the existing utilities for the property are high, we anticipate that with the movement of our renewables from our current premises, and the sustainable development of the rest of the building, that these will substantially reduce. The Healthy Valleys’ Board of Directors meet on a quarterly basis and the policy and Finance group meet monthly. Our financial systems are robust, the finance manager and Chief Officer present management accounts, trial balance, cashflow reports to ensure transparency, accountability, and viability. Funding Strategy Healthy Valleys has a 4-year funding strategy in place which identifies relevant grant and trust funders for our projects. We have an excellent track record of securing funds for our work and have strong relationships with numerous funders including The National Lottery, The Robertson Trust, The Scottish Government (Inspiring Scotland), and South Lanarkshire Council (REF and windfarm). Our strategy also considers the changing funding landscape and as such, we have commenced a corporate partnerships programme to leverage in support from the private sector, and a public donations and legacies programme. Development Funding We have held initial positive discussions with SSE and are applying to their Sustainable Development Fund for 2-years of development funding for the project, covering staff and consultancy revenue costs as well as initial capital outlay. SSE previously funded our renewables project and are keen to support us build on the success of this, as they realise that a central and accessible facility is essential not only to Lanark and it’s surrounds, but also the growth, development, and sustainability of Healthy Valleys. Capital Funding As previously noted, we will take a phased approach to the capital development of the building, working in line with our business priorities. This will be reflected in our approach to capital funding, matching funders with business plans. Key capital funders will likely include: - Garfield Weston Foundation Major Grants Scheme - The Wolfson Foundation - The National Lottery - The Clothworker’s Foundation Large Grants Programme Business Planning Healthy Valleys will be transplanting its current successful core business model into McClymont House, and we are comfortable with the core costs associated with this. 21
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Business plans for each of our social enterprises will be developed in line with our phased approach to the building. Section 7: Business Plan 7.1 Please give details of your business plan The Healthy Valleys Organisational and Social Enterprise Strategy 2024-2028 is enclosed with this application. The strategy is supported by the following working documents: - Healthy Valleys Funding Strategy 2024-2028 - Healthy Valleys Environmental Sustainability Action Plan - Healthy Valleys Premises Options Appraisal Further documentation can be provided on request. Through the development of the strategy, the key objectives of the organisation have been re-iterated, and it identifies the development of a permanent and flexible base as key to the sustainable growth of the organisation. You should include a statement of your goals, reasons they are attainable, plans for reaching them and a forecast of future revenues and expenses, highlighting your ability to sustain and cashflow your organisation over the coming years. Section 8: Council Objectives 8.1 Please outline how your proposal will meet the councils current 11 objectives outlined below. This project, and the work of Healthy Valleys in general, meets all council objectives. This is detailed throughout this application, with key points as follows: Improving later life: We have various programmes that work with people over the age of 50 including Social Circles, a programme which brings together like-minded people together to discuss/explore matters of interest – for example, menopause, wreath making, cooking on a budget. Not only does this programme reduce rural isolation and loneliness but promotes the learning of new skills and knowledge. Protect vulnerable children, young people and adults: This is the focus of all our key delivery themes- Early Years, Mental Health & Wellbeing, and Community Food & Nutrition. They work holistically to ensure a whole-family approach. We deliver a wide range of community led health interventions including our 5 Steps to Wellbeing courses, parenting education courses and bonding activities, food and cooking courses, guided walks and cycles, and intensive 1:1 support sessions. Better health and social care outcomes for all: This is the essence of our work. We have a track record of reaching those others can’t, as well as people who don’t readily engage with statutory services. While we target those in the most deprived areas, our services are open to all. Our early intervention approach is 22
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proven to help prevent problems developing or worsening and reduces the likelihood of people needing more intensive or specialist health and social care interventions. Improve the availability, quality, and access of housing: While we don’t work directly in this field, we work closely with partners, including housing associations, to signpost our beneficiaries to information and advice on housing. Our ‘Green Team’ staff can also provide general signposting on sustainability within the home (e.g. opening windows to air the house, insulating gaps etc), as well as signposting to Home Energy Scotland. Improve the road network, influence improvements in public transport, and encourage active travel: Our Gear Up social enterprise is dedicated to encouraging the use of active travel to connect communities and reduce people’s carbon footprints. We offer advice and upskilling courses in cycling, and work closely with partners such as Community Action Lanarkshire to support improvements to our local path network. Work with communities and partners to promote high-quality, thriving, and sustainable communities: Enabling and empowering people and communities is key to the work of Healthy Valleys. Many of our beneficiaries become volunteers, and a number then go on to employment within the Organisation or elsewhere. Our asset-based approach works with peoples existing skills, upskill people, and encourages a cascading of skills within and between communities, contributing to sustainable and thriving rural communities. Everything we do is in partnership with a variety of organisations. We receive high levels of referrals from our colleagues in Health and Social Care to improve their patients’ health and wellbeing through the social model of health, empowering them to take control of their lives and make informed lifestyle changes. We work in partnership with CCI and jointly lead the Clydesdale Third Sector Locality Network which is part of the VASLan third sector structure where grassroot, local voices/groups feed into the community planning processes. Support the local economy by providing the right conditions for inclusive growth: We support Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion across all of our work. We employ around 25 local people and support a volunteer team of between 60 & 80. All our staff and volunteers undertake regular training to support the growth of the organisation and the local economy. Our social enterprise strategy sets out the growth of enterprises which are linked to the core work and ethical position of the organisation, and they will help the organisation become more self-sustaining financially, as well as leverage in additional investment to the area, for example, Gear Up being linked to the growth of the Douglas Valley initiative. Support our communities by tackling disadvantage and deprivation, and supporting aspiration: A range of activities and classes designed to tackle disadvantage and deprivation (detailed throughout this section), and also facilitate a Social Prescribing programme. We receive referrals from a variety of agencies (GPs, Community Mental Health Team, Social Work, Midwifes/Health Visitors to name a few) and people can self-referral to the organisation. Each referral has a 1:1 meeting with our Social Prescribing Co-ordinator who helps the individual set goals and provides intensive support to help them improve their 23
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Signature Name Address Date 1/11/24 Position Chairperson Signature Checklist of accompanying documents To check that nothing is missed, please list any documents which you are submitting to accompany this form. Section 1 – you must attach your organisation’s constitution, articles of association or registered rules Title of document attached: - Healthy Valleys M&As - Healthy Valleys Organisational & Social Enterprise Strategy 2024-2028 - Healthy Valleys Environmental Sustainability Action Plan - Healthy Valleys Permanent Premises Options Appraisal -Healthy Valleys Annual Report 2022-23 Section 2 – any maps, drawings or description of the land requested Documents Attached: N/A Section 3 – note of any terms and conditions that are to apply to the request Documents attached: N/A Section 4 – about your proposals, their benefits, any restrictions on the land or potential negative consequences, and your organisation’s capacity to deliver. Documents attached: N/A Section 5 – evidence of community support Documents attached: N/A Section 6 – funding Documents attached: - Healthy Valleys Funding Strategy 2024-28 25
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Appendix 4 THE COMPANIES ACT 1985 MEMORANDUM and ARTICLES of ASSOCIATION of HEALTHY VALLEYS originally prepared by CEiS Legal House IOI Gorbals St Glasgow GS 9DW amended by: J-fo,/,thy Y,!L ys based upon a model developed by: Burness (inc Alexander Stone & Co) Solicitors 242 West George Street Glasgow G2 4QY 01412484933 COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE AND NOT HAYING A SHARE CAPITAL 26
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THE COMPANIES ACT 1985
MEMORANDUM of ASSOCIATION
of HEALTHY VALLEYS
1. The company's name is Healthy Valleys.
2. The company's registered office is to be situated in Scotland.
3. This clause shall be interpreted as if it incorporated an over-riding qualification limiting
the powers of the company such that any activity which would otherwise be permitted
by the terms of the clause may be carried on only if that activity furthers a purpose
which is regarded as charitable for the purposes of section 505 of the Income and
Corporation Taxes Act 1988 (including any statutory amendment or re-enactment for
the time being in force). Subject to that over-riding qualification, the company's objects
are:-
a. To preserve and protect the mental and physical health of individuals resident in
Scotland, ("the Operating Area") and to assist in the relief of ill health and the
provision of health education for such individuals.
b. To advance education, and in particular health education, among the residents
of the Operating Area so as to develop their mental, social and spiritual
capacities so that their conditions of life may be improved.
c. To promote, establish and operate other schemes of a charitable nature for the
benefit of the community within the Operating Area
In pursuance of those aims (but not otherwise) the company shall have the following powers:-
a. To establish and operate a healthy living community, receiving and providing
referrals to and from direct primary health care to residents of the Operating
Area, affording opportunities for self-referral, providing and/or promoting
alternative care strategies for residents of the Operating Area (being strategies
which take an holistic approach to health care, dealing with the whole person
and not merely an ass01iment of symptoms) and providing health
education/information for residents of the Operating Area, and in doing so to
empower them to participate in the decision-making processes which affect their
daily lives.
b. To advise in relation to, organise, conduct and/or support educational displays,
information sessions and conferences, training courses, seminars and other
educational events and activities.
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c. To prepare, publish and/or distribute information leaflets, newsletters, books and other publications, audio and video recordings, multimedia products and display materials. d. To provide and/or assist in the provision of other information, advisory and/or support services which further the aims of the company. e. To liaise with community groups, self-help organisations and other voluntary sector bodies, local authorities, central government agencies, educational establishments, local economic development companies and others, all with a view to furthering the aims of the company. f. To promote companies whose activities may further one or more of the above objects, acquire and hold shares, stocks, debentures and other interests in such companies and carry out, in relation to any such company which is a subsidiary of the company, all such functions as may be associated with a holding company. g. To acquire and take over the whole or any part of the undertaking and liabilities of any person entitled to any property or rights suitable for any of the objects of the company. h. To purchase, take on feu, lease, hire, take in exchange, and otherwise acquire any property and rights which may be advantageous for the purposes of the activities of the company. 1. To improve, manage, exploit, develop, turn to account and otherwise deal with all or any part of the undertaking, property and rights of the company. J. To sell, feu, let, hire, license, give in exchange and otherwise dispose of all or any part of the undertaking, property and rights of the company. k. To lend money and give credit to any person, with or without security, and to grant guarantees and contracts of indemnity on behalf of any person. I. To borrow money and give security for the payment of money by, or the performance of other obligations of, the company or any other person. m. To draw, make, accept, endorse, discount, negotiate, execute and issue cheques and other negotiable or transferable instruments. n. To remunerate any individual in the employment of the company and to establish, maintain and contribute to any pension or superannuation fund for the benefit of, and to give or procure the giving of any donation, pension, allowance or remuneration to, and to make any payment for or towards the insurance of, any individual who is or was at any time in the employment of the company and the spouse, widow/er, relatives and dependents of any such individual; to establish, subsidise and subscribe to any institution, association, club and fund which may benefit any such person. o. To oppose or object to any application or proceedings which may prejudice the company's interests. 28
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p. To enter into any arrangement with any organisation, government or authority which may be advantageous for the purposes of the activities of the company and to obtain from any such organisation, government or authority any right, privilege or concession. q. To enter into any arrangement for co-operation or mutual assistance with any charitable body, whether incorporated or unincorporated. r. To effect insurance against risks of all kinds. s. To invest funds not immediately required for the purposes of the company's activities in such investments and securities (including land in any part of the world) and that in such manner as may from time to time be considered advantageous (subject to compliance with any applicable legal requirement) and to dispose of and vary such investments and securities. t. To establish and support any association or other unincorporated body having objects altogether or in part similar to those of the company and to promote any company or other incorporated body formed for the purpose of carrying on any activity which the company is authorised to carry on. u. To subscribe and make contributions to or otherwise support charitable bodies, whether incorporated or unincorporated, and to make donations for any charitable purpose connected with the activities of the company or with the furtherance of its objects. v. To accept subscriptions, grants, donations, gifts, legacies and endowments of all kinds, either absolutely or conditionally or in trust for any of the objects of the company. w. To take such steps (by way of personal or written appeals, public meetings or otherwise) as may be deemed expedient for the purpose of procuring contributions to the funds of the company, whether by way of subscriptions, grants, loans, donations or otherwise. x. To carry out any of these objects in any part of the world as principal, agent, contractor, trustee or in any other capacity and through an agent, contractor, sub- contractor, trustee or any person acting in any other capacity and either alone or in conjunction with others. y. To do anything which may be incidental or conducive to the attainment of any of the objects of the company. And it is declared that 1. in this clause where the context so admits, "property" means any property, heritable or moveable, real or personal, wherever situated 4. a. 29
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11. in this clause, and througho ut this memoran dum of association the word "charitable" shall have the meaning ascribed to it for the purposes of section 505 of the Income and Corporation Taxes Act 1988, including any statutory amendment or re-enactment for the time being in force. The income and property of the company shall be applied solely towards promoting the company's objects (as set out in clause 3 of this memorandum of association). b. No part of the income or property of the company shall be paid or transferred (directly or indirectly) to the members of the company, whether by way of dividend, bonus or otherwise. c. No director of the company shall be appointed as a paid employee of the company; no director shall hold any office under the company for which a salary or fee is payable. d. No benefit (whether in money or in kind) shall be given by the company to any director except (i) repayment of out-of-pocket expenses or (ii) reasonable payment in return for particular services (not being of a management nature) actually rendered to the company. 5. The liability of the members is limited. 6. Every member of the company undertakes to contribute such amount as may be required (not exceeding £1) to the company's assets if it should be wound up while he/she is a member or within one year after he/she ceases to be a member, for payment of the company's debts and liabilities contracted before he/she ceases to be a member, and of the costs, charges and expenses of winding up, and for the adjustment of the rights of the contributories among themselves. 30
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7.1 If on the winding-up of the company any property remains after satisfaction of all the company's debts and liabilities, such property shall not be paid to or distributed among the members of the company but shall be transferred to some other charitable body or bodies (whether incorporated or unincorporated) whose objects are altogether or in part similar to the objects of the company and whose constitution restricts the distribution of income and assets among members to an extent at least as great as does clause 4 of this memorandum of association. 7.2 The body or bodies to which property is transferred under clause 7.1 shall be determined by the members of the company at or before the time of dissolution or, failing such determination by such court as may have or may acquire jurisdiction. 7.3 To the extent that effect cannot be given to the provisions of clauses 7.1 and 7.2, the relevant property shall be applied to some other charitable object or objects. 8.1 Accounting records shall be kept in accordance with all applicable statutory requirements and such accounting records shall, in particular, contain entries from day to day of all sums of money received and expended by the company and the matters in respect of which such receipt and expenditure take place and a record of the assets and liabilities of the company; such accounting records shall be open to inspection at all times by any director of the company. 8.2 The company's accountants shall make a report to the members on the accounts examined by them and on every balance sheet and income and expenditure account and on all group accounts, copies of which are to be laid before the company in general meeting. 31
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THE COMPANIES ACT 1985
ARTICLES of ASSOCIATION
of HEALTHY VALLEYS
CONTENTS
Membership - application, annual
re-registration, withdrawal
AGMs & EGMs - notice of meetings,
resolutions, quorum etc, voting
Directors - appointment, retiral etc
Directors - offices, personal
interests, powers
Board meetings - calling of meetings,
voting, quorum, committees of directors
General - secretary, minutes, et_c;_
articles 1 to 20
articles 21 to 40
articles 41 to 54
aiiicles 55 to 65
articles 66 to 80
articles 81 to 91
Membership
1. The subscribers to the memorandum of association and such other persons as are
admitted to membership under aiiicles 9 to 12 shall be the members of the company.
2. Membership shall cease on death.
3. A member may not transfer his/her membership to any other person.
Qualifications for membership
4. Subject to articles 5, 6 and 7, membership shall be open to:-
a. any individual who is a resident of Scotland ("the Operating Area")
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b. any individual whose place of employment or place of business is within the Operating Area 5. No employee of the company may become a member. 6. A person admitted to membership shall automatically cease to be a member if he/she becomes an employee of the company. 7. The directors shall be entitled at their discretion to refuse to admit any person to membership even if he/she is qualified for membership under article 4 and is not debarred from membership by article 5. 8. A person, once admitted to membership, may remain a member as long as he/she continues to fulfil the qualifications under article 4. Application for membership 9. Any person who wishes to become a member shall lodge with the company a written application for membership (in such form as the directors require), signed by him/her. 10. An applicant shall lodge with the company such evidence of his/her home address (or, in the case of an application under paragraph (b), of his/her place of employment or place of business) as the directors may require. 11. Each application for membership shall be considered by the directors at the first meeting of the directors which is held after receipt by the company of the written application (and, if appropriate, supporting evidence) required under articles 9 and 10. 12. The directors shall, within a period of seven days after the meeting at which an application for membership is considered, notify the applicant in writing of the directors' decision as to whether or not to admit him/her to membership. Register of Members 13. In addition to the particulars required by section 352 of the Act, there shall be entered in the register of members against the name of each member particulars of the qualification(s) under paragraphs (a) and (b) of article 4 which (on the basis of the evidence last supplied by him/her to the company) he/she fulfils. Re-registration of members 14. The board may, at any time, issue notices to the members requiring them to confirm that they wish to remain as members of the organisation, and allowing them a period of 28 days (running from the date of issue of the notice) to provide that confirmation to the board. 33
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Expulsion from membership 15. Any person may be expelled from membership by way of a resolution passed by not less than two thirds of those present and voting at a members' meeting, providing the following procedures have been observed:- a. at least 21 days' notice of the intention to propose the resolution must be given to the member concerned, specifying the grounds for the proposed expulsion; b. the member concerned will be entitled to be heard on the resolution at the members' meeting at which the resolution is proposed. Withdrawal from membership 16. Any person who wishes to withdraw from membership shall lodge with the company a written notice of retiral (in such form as the directors require), signed by him/her; on receipt of the notice by the company he/she shall cease to be a member. General Meetings 17. All general meetings other than annual general meetings are to be called extraordinary general meetings. 18. The directors must convene an extraordinary general meeting if there is a valid requisition by members (under section 368 of the Act) or a requisition by a resigning auditor (under section 392A(2) of the Act). 19. Subject to the preceding article and to the requirements under section 366 of the Act (which lay down the maximum period which can pass before the first annual general meeting and the maximum period between one annual general meeting and the next), the directors may convene general meetings whenever they think fit. Notice of general meetings 20. At least twenty one clear days' notice must be given of (a) an annual general meeting or (b) an extraordinary general meeting at which a special resolution (see article 29) or a resolution requiring special notice under the Act is to be proposed; all other extraordinary general meetings shall be called by at least fourteen clear days' notice. 34
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21. The reference to "clear days" in article 24 shall be taken to mean that, in calculating the period of notice, the day after the notice is posted, and also the day of the meeting, should be excluded. 22. A notice calling a meeting shall specify the time and place of the meeting; it shall (a) indicate the general nature of any business to be dealt with at the meeting and (b) if a special resolution (see article 29) (or a resolution requiring special notice under the Act) is to be proposed, shall also state that fact, giving the exact terms of the resolution. 23. A notice convening an annual general meeting shall specify that the meeting is to be an annual general meeting. 24. Notice of every general meeting shall be given to all the members and directors and to the auditors. Special resolutions and ordinary resolutions 25. For the purposes of these articles, a "special resolution" means a resolution passed by 75% or more of the votes cast on the resolution at an annual general meeting or extraordinary general meeting, providing proper notice of the meeting and of the intention to propose the resolution has been given in accordance with articles 24 and 26; for the avoidance of doubt, the reference to a 75% majority relates only to the number of votes cast in favour of the resolution as compared with the number of votes cast against the resolution, and accordingly no account shall be taken of abstentions or members absent from the meeting. 26. In addition to the matters expressly referred to elsewhere in these articles, the provisions of the Act allow the company, by special resolution, a. to alter its name b. (subject to the provisions of the Act) to alter its memorandum of association with respect to the company's objects c. to alter any provision of these articles or adopt new articles of association. 27. For the purposes of these articles, an "ordinary resolution" means a resolution passed by majority vote (taking account only of those votes cast in favour as compared with those votes cast against, and (as applicable) the chairperson's casting vote) at an annual general meeting or extraordinary general meeting, providing proper notice of the meeting has been given in accordance with articles 24 and 26). Proceedings at general meetings 28. No business shall be transacted at any meeting unless a quorum is present; twenty members present in person, shall be a quorum. 29. If the quorum required under article 32 is not present within half an hour after the time appointed for the meeting, or if during a meeting such a quorum ceases to be present, the meeting shall stand adjourned to such time and place as may be fixed by the chairperson of the meeting. 30. The convener shall (if present and willing to act as chairperson) preside as chairperson of the meeting; if the convener is not present and willing to act as chairperson within half an hour of the time appointed for holding the meeting, the directors present shall elect a member director as chairperson, or if there is no member director present any member to act as chairperson. 35
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31. A director shall, even if he/she is not a member, be entitled to attend and speak at any general meeting. 32. The chairperson may, with the consent of the meeting at which a quorum is present (and must, if the meeting requests him/her to do so), adjourn the meeting but not for a period in excess of thirty days; no notice need be given of an adjourned meeting. 33. A resolution put to the vote of a meeting shall be decided on a show of hands unless before the show of hands, or immediately after the result of the show of hands is declared, a secret ballot is demanded by the chairperson or by at least five members present in person at the meeting. 34. If a secret ballot is demanded in accordance with the preceding article it shall be taken at once and shall be conducted in such manner as the chairperson may direct; the result of the ballot shall be declared at the meeting at which the ballot was demanded. Votes of members 35. Every member shall have one vote which (whether on a show of hands or on a secret ballot) must be given personally. 36. In the case of an equality of votes, whether on a show of hands or on a ballot, the chairperson of the meeting shall be entitled to a casting vote in addition to any other vote he/she may have. Categories of director 37. For the purposes of these articles "Member Director" means a director (drawn from the membership of the company) appointed or re-appointed under articles 44 to 50 "Appointed Director" means a (non-member) director appointed or re-appointed by the directors under articles 51 to 53. Number of directors 38. Unless otherwise determined by special resolution, the maximum number of directors shall be fifteen, of whom a maximum of eleven directors shall be Member Directors and a maximum of four directors shall be Appointed Directors. 39. The Member Directors shall at all times constitute a majority of the directors. Election, retiral, re-election : Member Directors 40. Any member who wishes to be considered for election as a director at an annual general meeting must lodge with the company a written notice (in such form as the directors require), confirming that he/she is willing to be appointed; the notice must be signed by him/her and must be lodged with the company at least seven days before the date of the annual general meeting. 41. At an annual general meeting the company may elect as a director (a "Member Director") any member who has given notice of his/her willingness to accept appointment in accordance with the preceding article. 36
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42. The directors may at any time appoint any member (providing he/she is willing to act) to be a director (a "Member Director"), either to fill a vacancy or as an additional director. 43. At the first annual general meeting, all the Member Directors shall retire from office. 44. At each annual general meeting (other than the first) a. any Member Director who was appointed by the directors (under article 46) in the period from the date of the last annual general meeting shall retire from office and b. out of the remaining Member Directors, the three directors who have been longest in office since they were last appointed or re-appointed shall retire from office. 45. If two or more directors were appointed or re-appointed on the same date, the question of which of them is to retire under paragraph (b) of article 48 shall be decided by some random method. 46. The company may at any annual general meeting re-elect any Member Director who retires from office at the meeting under articles 47 or 48 (providing he/she is willing to act); if any such Member Director is not re-appointed, he/she shall retain office until the meeting appoints someone in his/her place or, if it does not do so, until the end of the meeting. Appointment, vacating of office, re-appointment : Appointed Directors 47. In addition to their powers of appointment under article 46, the directors may at any time appoint any non-member (other than an employee of the company) to be a director (an "Appointed Director") providing he/she is willing to act, either to fill a vacancy or as an additional director. 48. At the conclusion of each annual general meeting (including the first) all Appointed Directors shall vacate office. 49. Immediately following each annual general meeting, the directors may re-appoint any person who, as an Appointed Director, vacated office under the preceding article at the conclusion of the annual general meeting; the directors may alternatively appoint someone in his/her place or resolve not to fill the vacancy. Disqualification and removal of directors 50. A director shall vacate office if a. he/she ceases to be a director by virtue of any provision of the Act or becomes prohibited by law from being a director b. he/she is sequestrated c. he/she becomes incapable for medical reasons of fulfilling the duties of his/her office and such incapacity is expected to continue for a period of more than six (6) months d. he/she becomes an employee of the company 37
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e. he/she resigns office by notice to the company f. he/she is absent for a period of more than three (3) consecutive months (without permission of the directors) from meetings of directors held during that period and the directors resolve to remove him/her from office or g. he/she is removed from office by ordinary resolution (special notice having been given) in pursuance of section 303 of the Act. Appointments to office 51. Directors shall be appointed to hold the offices of convener, vice convener, treasurer and any other offices which the directors may consider appropriate. 52. The appointments under the preceding article shall be made at meetings of directors. 53. Each office shall be held (subject to article 58) until the conclusion of the annual general meeting which next follows appointment; a director whose period of office expires under this article may be re-appointed to that office under article 55 (providing he/she is willing to act). 54. The appointment of any director to an office under article 55 shall terminate if he/she ceases to be a director or if he/she resigns from that office by notice to the company. 55. If the appointment of a director to any office under article 55 terminates, the directors shall appoint another director to hold the office in his/her place. Directors' interests 56. Subject to the provisions of the Act and of clause 4 of the memorandum of association and provided that he/she has disclosed to the directors the nature and extent of any personal interest which he/she has (unless immaterial), a director (notwithstanding his/her office) a. may be a party to, or have some other personal interest in, any transaction or an-angement with the company or any associated company b. may be a party to, or have some other personal interest in, any transaction in which the company or any associated company has an interest c. may be a director or secretary of, or employed by, or have some other personal interest in, any associated company and d. shall not, because of his/her office, be accountable to the company for any benefit which he/she derives from any such office or employment or from any such transaction or an- angement or from any interest in any such company and no such transaction or an-angement shall be liable to be treated as void on the ground of any such interest or benefit. 57. For the purposes of the preceding article an interest of which a director has no knowledge and of which it is unreasonable to expect him/her to have knowledge shall not be treated as an interest of his/hers; the references to "associated company" shall be interpreted as references to any subsidiary 38
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of the company or any other company in which the company has a direct or indirect interest. Directors' remuneration and expenses 58. No director shall be entitled to any remuneration, whether in respect of his/her office as director or as holder of any office under article 55. 59. The directors may be paid all travelling and other expenses properly incurred by them in connection with their attendance at meetings of directors, general meetings or meetings of committees of directors or otherwise in connection with the carrying-out of their duties. Powers of directors 60. Subject to the provisions of the Act, the memorandum of association and these articles and to any directions given by special resolution, the business of the company shall be managed by the directors who may exercise all the powers of the company. 61. A meeting of directors at which a quorum is present may exercise all powers exercisable by the directors. Proceedings of directors 62. Subject to the provisions of these articles, the directors may regulate their proceedings as they think fit. 63. Any director may call a meeting of the directors or request the secretary to call a meeting of the directors. 64. Questions arising at a meeting of directors shall be decided by a majority of votes; in the case of an equality of votes, the chairperson shall have a second or casting vote. 65. The quorum for the transaction of the business of the directors may be fixed by the directors and, unless so fixed at any other number, shall be 50% based on the number of directors on the board at any time with a minimum of not less than 3 with the exceptionof the four week period following incorporation when it will be set at 3. A quorum will never be deemed to be constituted at any meeting unless a majority of the directors present at that meeting are Member Directors. 66. The continuing directors or a sole continuing director may act notwithstanding vacancies but if the number of remaining directors is less than the number fixed as the quorum, they or he/she may act only for the purpose of filling vacancies or of calling a general meeting. 67. Unless he/she is unwilling to do so, the convener shall preside as chairperson at every meeting of directors at which he/she is present; if the convener is unwilling to act as chairperson or is not present within fifteen minutes after the time appointed for the meeting, the directors present may appoint one of their number to be chairperson of the meeting. 68. The directors shall be entitled to invite a maximum of six individuals to attend and speak at board meetings as advisors; for the avoidance of doubt such individuals shall not be entitled to vote. 69. An individual invited to attend a board meeting as an advisor under the preceding article shall not be deemed to be a director under the articles of association or any statutory provision. 39
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70. A director shall not vote at a meeting of directors or at a meeting of a committee of directors on any resolution concerning a matter in which he/she has, directly or indirectly, a personal interest or duty (unless immaterial) which conflicts or may conflict with the interests of the company. 71. For the purposes of the preceding article, an interest of a person who is taken to be connected with a director for any purpose of the Act (excluding any statutory modification not in force at the date of incorporation of the company), shall be treated as a personal interest of the director. 72. A director shall not be counted in the quornm present at a meeting in relation to a resolution on which he/she is not entitled to vote. 73. The company may by ordinary resolution suspend or relax to any extent, either generally or in relation to any particular matter, the provisions of article 74. Delegation to committees of directors and holders of offices 74. The directors may delegate any of their powers to any committee consisting of one or more directors; they may also delegate to the convener or a director holding any other office such of their powers as they consider appropriate. 75. Any delegation of powers under the preceding article may be made subject to such conditions as the directors may impose and may be revoked or altered. 76. Subject to any condition imposed in pursuance of the preceding article, the proceedings of a committee consisting of two or more directors shall be governed by the articles regulating the proceedings of meetings of directors so far as they are capable of applying. Secretary 77. Subject to the provisions of the Act, the secretary shall be appointed by the directors for such tenn, at such remuneration and upon such conditions as they may think fit; and any secretary so appointed may be removed by them. Minutes 78. The directors shall ensure that minutes are made (in books kept for the purpose) of all proceedings at general meetings, meetings of the directors, and meetings of committees of directors; a minute of a meeting of directors or of a committee of directors shall include the names of the directors present and the minutes of each meeting shall be signed by the chairperson of that meeting. Accounts 79. No member shall (as such) have any right of inspecting any accounting records or other book or document of the company except as conferred by statute or as authorised by the directors or by ordinary resolution of the company. Social and community benefits 80. The directors shall issue a report each year to the members of the company (in such form as the directors may reasonably deem appropriate), setting out the social and community benefits which they consider the activities of the company to have achieved. 40
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81. The directors may arrange for an objective assessment (such assessment being referred to in these articles as a "social audit") to be made on an annual basis of the social and community benefits achieved by the company; the social audit, in addition to examining the effectiveness of the company in relation to pursuit of its objectives, shall address matters bearing upon the welfare of employees. Notices 82. Any notice to be given in pursuance of these articles shall be in writing; the company may give any such notice to a member either personally or by sending it by post in a pre-paid envelope addressed to the member at his/her registered address or by leaving it at that address. 83. Any notice, if sent by post, shall be deemed to have been given at the expiry of twenty four hours after posting; for the purpose of proving that any notice was given, it shall be sufficient to prove that the envelope containing the notice was properly addressed and posted. Winding-up 84. If the company is wound up, the liquidator shall give effect to the provisions of clause 7 of the memorandum 41
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Appendix 5 HEALTHY VALLEYS ORGANISATIONAL & SOCIAL ENTERPRISE STRATEGY 2024-2028 42
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Contents (NOTE: PAGE NUMBERS NOT IN ORDER) 2. Healthy Valleys 5. Strategy Development 7. Where We Work: Premises | Hub & Spokes Delivery Model 11. How We Work: Cohesive Staff & Board | Staff & Volunteer Diversity | Governance | Volunteers | Systems 15. What We Do: Community Visibility | Thematic Programmes 19. Who We Work With: Anchor Organisation | Partnerships 21. Why We Do What We Do: Community Needs Assessment | Conversation on Services | Beneficiary Mapping 23. Strategic & Sustainable Funding | Fewer Funders | Less Reliance on Funders 25. Sustainability- Environmental & Ethical 26. Sustainability- Generated Income (Social Enterprise) 27. Resilient Enterprises 28. Resilient Enterprise Strategy Development 31. Resilient Enterprises Financial Performance Development 34. Social Enterprise Premises 35. Resilient Enterprises Legal Structure 37. Resourcing Social Enterprises 38. Marketing & Communications 41. Measuring Social Impact 43
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About Healthy Valleys Healthy Valleys is a registered Scottish Charity no. SC034253 and a company limited by guarantee SC246145, and is therefore governed by a memorandum and articles of association. Healthy Valleys is supported by a voluntary board of directors who meet quarterly, as well as policy & finance, staffing, and funding & development subgroups, which meet monthly. Our Vision To reduce health inequalities in rural South Lanarkshire and enable people to live healthier and happier lives. Our Mission Healthy Valleys is committed to providing outstanding local services that help preserve and protect the mental and physical health of individuals, families, and communities living in rural South Lanarkshire. Our Solution Since its founding two decades ago, Healthy Valleys has been supporting individuals, families, and communities in rural South Lanarkshire by providing outstanding local services that help preserve and protect their mental and physical health and wellbeing. Activities, support, and services are provided by employees and volunteers from a diverse range of community venues and partner offices, ensuring that they are easily accessible, inexpensive, and located locally, and on this basis, Healthy Valleys has gone from strength to strength. To improve people's health and quality of life in South Lanarkshire's rural villages, we connect with all those communities. We can identify and address some of the most urgent health requirements that are not being served by statutory services because of our strong collaboration with these communities. We are assisting people in making improvements to their health and lifestyle that are not drastic, but will have a positive impact, and we are doing this through a wide variety of activities and services. Our Strategic Objectives • Empowering People & Communities • Improved Emotional Health • Improved Physical Health • Building stronger communities • Improved Skills & Knowledge • Improved Confidence & Self-esteem • Reduced Social Isolation & Loneliness • Working Towards Net Zero Our Five Values Recognising People as Assets Healthy Valleys sees people as equal partners in the design and delivery of services we offer, not passive recipients of them. Building on people's existing capabilities rather than starting with peoples' needs (the traditional deficit model), means they are involved in addressing issues affecting their own lives. 44
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Facilitating rather than Delivering Although we deliver a range of services, Healthy Valleys staff see their role primarily as facilitators and catalysts of change rather than just providers of services. Enabling Improvement in Lifestyles Aiming to make a real and demonstrable difference: addressing the culture of low expectations from life; lack of physical activity and improving social substance misuse. Improving Information We believe that people cannot make changes in their lives if they don't have the information easily accessible. Partnership Healthy Valleys seeks to work in real and meaningful partnership with others in any area it develops a service in. Our Five Principles The Social Model of Health considers the interrelationships between social, mental and physical dimensions when considering health and well-being. This is not about fixing disease. At the core of Community Development lie values of equality, social justice and collective action, seeing the solution rather than the problem in the assets of the community. We believe that genuine Co-production- joint design and delivery of services between ourselves, the individual recipient and other providers from the third, statutory and private sector is the best way to reduce health inequalities. Early Intervention means working with people and communities to help create healthy communities that prevent health inequalities developing rather than trying to fix a problem. We are seeking to build our Social Enterprise model and generate our own income to become more sustainable, and invest in addressing local need. Strategy Development During 2022 & 2023, Healthy Valleys took part in a number of externally facilitated sessions to help shape our new strategy. The key areas of development from the session are highlighted in the word cloud below, and how we deliver on these will be the focus of this document. Priorities by Theme 1. Where We Work: Premises | Hub & Spokes Delivery Model 2. How We Work: Cohesive Staff & Board | Staff & Volunteer Diversity | Governance | Volunteers | Systems 3. What We Do: Community Visibility | Thematic Programmes 4. Who We Work With: Anchor Organisation | Partnerships 5. Why We Do What We Do: Community Needs Assessment | Conversation on Services | Beneficiary Mapping 6. How we are Funded: Strategic Funding | Fewer Funders | Less Reliance on Funders 7. Sustainability: Environmental 8. Sustainability: Generated Income (Social Enterprise) Priorities by Theme 45
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SWOT Analysis STRENGTHS • Highly regarded by local community • 20 years’ experience in sector • Funding track record & good relationship with funders • Collaboration & partnerships • Skilled board, staff & volunteer • Cohesive vision & offer • Multi-skilled staff WEAKNESSES • Lack of permanent premises for staff & delivery • Overreliance on grant funding • Overhead costs • No full-time marketing & promotion • No Community Needs Assessment OPPORTUNITIES • Thematic Delivery Model • Community Champions • Launch of Gear Up & development of Resilient Enterprises as income streams • Strategic, core funding opportunities • Public contract tenders & CSR • Succession planning THREATS • Loss of funding streams • Low volunteer numbers / difficulties with volunteer co-ordination • Being overtaken by other similar social enterprises • Failure to secure permanent premises • Retirement of key staff Where We Work: Premises | Hub & Spokes Model Premises From 2017 - 2023, Healthy Valleys was working in partnership with South Lanarkshire Council to secure a permanent home for the organisation. During this time, a number of sites were identified and subsequently discarded for a variety of reasons. The most recent site, at Lanark Racecourse, remains Healthy Valleys preferred site. However, funding earmarked for a community enterprise building at Lanark Racecourse is no longer available, and as a result, Healthy Valleys remains without a permanent base. The organisation recognises the negative effects that the lack of premises has, both on staff, and also on our ability to effectively deliver and diversify our programmes. A temporary solution has been to base some staff at our Gear Up premises in Caldwellside Industrial Estate, however the organisation remains committed to working with partners to identify a long-term solution. Potential Funders for large-scale capital projects are identified in Appendix A, Funding Plan 2024-2028. Place Based Work In 2024, Healthy Valleys established a ‘Community Champion’ model to support each unique community in Clydesdale. Each community has it’s own Community Champion- a member of staff who is the key point of contact, and who can directly or indirectly support the individual needs of their community. This model allows us to build trust and strong relationships within these communities, providing continuity of staff and volunteers, and ensuring we understand the unique needs of each area. 46
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Lanark Smyllum, Forth, Carnwath & Carstairs Lanark Smyllum The Smyllum area of Lanark ranks in the 3rd most deprived decile of the SIMD, with crime and substance misuse both major issues for the area. Despite this, Smyllum has risen from being in the most deprived 10% of the SIMD in 2016, and work undertake by Healthy Valleys at the Smyllum Community Hub has helped to enable improvements for the community. Forth The north and central areas of Forth sit in the 2nd & 3rd most deprived areas of the SIMD respectively. Low education & skills, and employment rankings affect these areas, however the central area has risen from the 2nd decile in 2016. Healthy Valleys is engaging closely with existing community organisations in Forth to facilitate change. Carnwath, Carstairs, & Carstairs Junction Carnwath ranks in the 2nd most deprived decile of the SIMD, whilst Carstairs and Carstairs Junction are in the 3rd. Historically low engagement in these areas is improving and Healthy Valleys is working closely with groups such as the Carstairs Junction Welcome All Hub. Douglas & Nethan Valley Rigside, Douglas, & Glespin Douglas Water & Rigside are in the most deprived 10% of the SIMD, whilst Douglas south is in the 2nd decile. Rigside & Douglas Water rank bottom in income, employment, health, and education, with Douglas south ranking in the 2nd & 3rd deciles for these areas. Despite this, Healthy Valleys is successfully engaging with both communities, and the locality-based model of work will further enable this engagement. Coalburn, Lesmahagow & Kirkmuirhill Lesmahagow and Kirkmuirhill have similar SIMD statistics, with southern areas in the 1st, 2nd, & 3rd deciles of the SIMD, immediately beside low-ranking SIMD areas to the north. Coalburn is in the 3rd decile. Healthy Valleys has excellent relationships with community organisations in all these areas and will continue to work closely to support change. Lanark Smyllum, Forth, Carnwath & Carstairs Douglas & Nethan Valley Current Premises Gear Up Unit 2A, Block 2, 5 Young Road Caldwellside Industrial Estate Lanark, ML117SE These premises are on a 3 year private lease, with a 1 year break clause, with office space for the Gear Up Social Enterprise and staff. The building includes a meeting room and a workshop for Gear Up. Renewables 47
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(solar panels & air-sourced heat pump) are installed to lower bills and an EV charger is installed for the HV eVan. The building is within walking & cycling distance from Lanark but has limited parking and is not large enough for all bike storage. 2 containers are sited for additional storage. Lanark Mini-Hub Smyllum Resource Centre 31 Smyllum Road Lanark, ML11 7BZ These premises have been on a rolling lease from South Lanarkshire Council, and Healthy Valleys is progressing with Community Asset Transfer Scheme to take a 5-year lease of the building. It includes one small office for staff and a larger activity / meeting room, with a small outdoor area to the rear. The building is in a key area for reaching our target demographic and is easy to get to from Lanark. Vehicles Electric Van Our fully electric Mercedes Sprinter van was funded by SSE in 2023. It is primarily used by our Gear Up social enterprise for transporting bikes to and from beneficiaries and events. A charger is installed at our Caldwellside premises and a bike trailer is also available. Wellbeing Wagon Our Wellbeing wagon was funded by Altro in in 2022. It is fitted with a kitchen, activity delivery space, and a small 1:1 meeting room. It is used to take our activities to remote rural communities in support of our community events. Minibus Our 9 seat minibus enables us to transport beneficiaries to and from activities and events. The vehicle is flexible and can have seats removed to accommodate wheelchairs / equipment. Priority 1 Actions a. Continue to work to secure funding for a permanent, multi-purpose venue for Healthy Valleys with: i. Office space ii. A multi-purpose session delivery space iii. A training kitchen iv. A bike workshop v. Retail space vi. Pleasant external space / proximity to nature c. Secure additional storage for use alongside Caldwellside. d. Secure 100% rates rebate for all premises. e. Assess and deliver energy efficiency measures in all properties. f. Secure a discount maintenance package for all vehicles. g. Explore retrofitting for diesel vehicles (Wellbeing Wagon & Minibus) to support the organisations move towards Net Zero. h. Maximise use of Healthy Valleys transport. How We Work: Cohesives Staff & Board | Diversity | Governance | Volunteers | Systems Our Board Our voluntary trustees are drawn from different backgrounds to ensure the charity has the best mix of business, financial, marketing and health advice. Trustees meet on a quarterly basis, with policy & finance, and funding & development sub-groups meeting as required. Biographies of our current board members can be found on our website www.healthyvalleys.org.uk 48
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Our Team Our previous model of work had 3 individual teams working across the whole of Clydesdale- Resilient People, Resilient Families, and Resilient Communities- each with a Team Leader and single-disciplinary staff. Our new model of work is for one multi-disciplinary team working across our key thematic priorities, with a Community Champion in each area, who can draw on support from across the team as required. Early Years We support families from bump to baby and beyond. We deliver intensive 1:1 support and a range of educational parenting programmes for women throughout pregnancy and families with children under 5. Mental Health & Wellbeing We support adults to build independence and improve their confidence and mental health whilst combating isolation through intensive one-to-one support and group work. Community Food & Health We support our communities to become connected, nourished, and thriving. We tackle food poverty, social isolation, and loneliness through the provision of various group work opportunities that promote physical health and wellbeing. We make the most of staff potential- staff may have skills in a range of disciplines and experience of working with beneficiaries in all age groups. We support staff- staff will be empowered to support each other, and capacity for delivery will be increased, helping to support manageable workloads. Volunteers We currently engage a volunteer Volunteer Co-ordinator to support the Healthy Valleys’ team to: • Identify volunteer needs for core work and project-specific work. • Support Team Leaders and work with partners (including VASLan) to recruit volunteers for the locality-based teams, and Resilient Enterprises. • Ensure that volunteers receive the training required for their role, whether in-house or external. • Support scheduling and supervision of volunteers. • Support maintenance of the Investing in Volunteer and Volunteer friendly awards. Volunteering has many benefits for both the organisation, and the volunteers. As Healthy Valleys looks to rebuild our volunteer pool post pandemic, we will: • Continue to hold a monthly volunteer sub-group to ensure effective communication and allocation of volunteer resource across the organisation. • Build specialist volunteer resource in Resilient Enterprises. • Explore volunteering for young people, particularly in non-regulated work enterprise developments such as Active Travel and any future retail developments. • Build on existing relationships with sector leads and establish relationships with organisations who support young people into sustainable employment. 49
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Training Staff and volunteer training should remain at the fore to support delivery against our key themes and our interdisciplinary staff structure. The establishment of the training sub-group, and use of Upshot should support this. 50
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Systems Outline Actions to maximise use Upshot In 2022, Healthy Valleys invested in the Upshot data management system, through which we can record and track beneficiary attendance and progress, as well as volunteer data and training • Ensure all teams fully utilise Upshot for beneficiaries & volunteers • Use to support development of training records & training analysis • Training for Resilient Enterprises staff • Potential requirement for Upshot Lead in each team Xero In 2023, Healthy Valleys invested in the Xero financial system to streamline our financial processes. Xero is cloud based, with varying levels of access available to staff. • Enable Team Leader & BDW access to view relevant sections for effective budgetary management Stripe Stripe is a cloud-based payment processing platform, which works on a per- transaction basis. It integrates fully with Xero, and with Gear Up’s Bike Rental Manager system. • Move from Just Giving to Stripe for online donation processing, to allow all payments to go through a single system • Enable Gift Aid on donations and other transactions • Train Marketing Worker in Stripe to allow for easy addition of products Bike Rental Manager Bike Rental Manager allow the Gear Up Social Enterprise to track and rent its’ bikes. The system is embedded in the Gear Up website and linked to Stripe. • Train all Gear Up staff and volunteers- including community hub volunteers- in BRM. • Ensure best practice use for internal tracking and maintenance, as well as for public access to hire. Active Campaign Active Campaign is currently used for distributing the Healthy Valleys newsletter, but has scope for much more use. • Train Marketing Worker on Active Campaign for use in social enterprises (& potentially in supporting general Healthy Valleys marketing) • Assess use of Active Campaign for Corporate Sponsorship & employee giving campaigns etc. 51
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Priority 2 Actions a. Support staff move to thematic delivery model with Community Champions and ensure best staff structure is in place to deliver this. b. Secure long-term funding for all temporary staff posts c. Implement succession planning to ensure key knowledge & expertise isn’t lost when staff retire / move on to other roles. d. Review the need for a paid Volunteer Coordinator e. Continue to invest in staff & volunteer training. f. Enhance knowledge & use of systems with: i. Login details document ii. Guidelines iii. List of administrators What We Do: Community Visibility | Thematic Programmes Healthy Valleys programmes focus on utilizing our values, and the social model of health to provide skills and knowledge to communities in 3 key interlinked areas: Early Years We understand that life with children under 5 can be overwhelming and aim to offer holistic support to families from pregnancy until their children attend school. We offer a range of ante-natal and parenting programmes, as well as activities designed to support families integrate with their local community, and intensive 1:1 support. Mental Health & Wellbeing We take a ‘gentle mental health’ approach to mental health and wellbeing, which focuses on early intervention to avoid escalation of mental health issues. This approach includes stress and anxiety management, mindfulness & relaxation, bonding & attachment, and activities to reduce social isolation & loneliness, themselves a cause of poor mental health. Community Food & Health Our work in food and health is not focused on providing food, but on educating and upskilling people to understand the importance of a balanced diet for good physical and mental health and wellbeing. We support people to cook healthy food on a budget for themselves and their families, weight management, and understanding nutritional needs for different stages of life. We will facilitate the approach to our key areas through: • Early Intervention • Community Learning & Development • Social Prescribing • Training & Skills Development Our Programmes Early Years First Steps Intensive support and parental education for first-time parents from pregnancy - 6 months postnatal Parental education Group activities & 1:1 support to help families develop skills, confidence, & connections 52
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Sensory & Interactive Activities Sessions to help babies, toddlers & pre-school children bond, connect, & learn Perinatal & Infant Mental Health Activities which support a whole-family approach to perinatal & infant mental health, and help to create resilient families. Healthy Eating A range of activities to encourage budget friendly and healthy shopping, cooking, and eating for the whole family Mental Health & Wellbeing Social Prescribing Tailored 1:1 support to identify health improvement goals and create a plan of action to achieve them 5 Steps to Wellbeing Courses designed to help create & sustain positive lifestyle change Peer Support & Interest Groups People with shared and lived experiences supporting one another through & social groups Anxiety & Stress Management Groups to provide people with the tools to manage stress & anxiety through relaxation & mindfulness Anxiety & Stress Management Groups to provide people with the tools to manage stress & anxiety through relaxation & mindfulness Community Food & Health Food for Health Food education courses helping people understand the importance of a balanced diet for a healthy life REHIS Courses Accredited REHIS Food Hygiene and Food & Health Courses Food for Life Food education courses helping people to shop and cook on a budget, as well as reduce food waste. Social Eating Opportunities for people to get together and eat healthily in a warm and welcoming space Community Health Walks Guided walks in and around local communities to encourage gentle exercise and promote wellbeing Community Capacity Building Community Training Courses to support communitiy groups including first aid, mental health first aid, ASSIST, and equality & diversity Active Travel Training to support communities to travel actively, including walk and ride leader courses, and bike maintenance Volunteer Development Training for volunteers to support Healthy Valleys and their local communities 53
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Priority 3 Actions a. Link thematic programmes to funding plan and ensure fit of potential funding applications with core work b. Develop a set of monitoring indicators for each organisational objective (measured & evidenced) c. Build families, people, and communities into cross-disciplinary locality-based teams d. Link all Resilient Enterprise developments to core themes e. Ensure consideration is given to environmental sustainability & the move to Net Zero in all programmes Who We Work With: Anchor Organisation | Partnerships Healthy Valleys is the Community Anchor Organisation for Clydesdale, and co-lead in the Clydesdale Third Sector Locality meetings. We work extensively in partnership- formally and informally- with other statutory, third sector, and community groups. Statutory Partnerships NHS Lanarkshire NHS Lanarkshire is responsible for the health care of more than 652,000 people living within the council areas of North Lanarkshire and South Lanarkshire. Healthy Valleys accepts referrals from a number of teams within NHS Lanarkshire, and delivers contracts for the organisation. South Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership Healthy Valleys’ Operations Manager sits on the H&SCP Steering Group. This group brings together representatives from across health & social care to assess community health & wellbeing needs and establish innovative ways of addressing these needs. South Lanarkshire Council Healthy Valleys works with a variety of council resources to ensure community participation on a range of issues, from local placemaking and housing, to the promotion of social enterprise in the area. SLC has funding opportunities through a number of streams, including Community Led Local Development, the Renewable Energy Fund, and micro-grants. South Lanarkshire Leisure & Culture Trust Healthy Valleys develops a range of sessions in partnership with SLLC, including swim sessions, and active travel events. Scottish Fire & Rescue Service We work together with the Scottish Fire & Rescue Service on community events, for access to venues, and to provide home safety checks for our beneficiaries. Third-Sector Partnerships Scottish Communities for Health & Wellbeing Scottish Communities for Health & Wellbeing is made up of 74 community led organisations and is dedicated to promoting and delivering health improvements and reducing health inequalities in many of Scotland’s communities in most need. Our Executive Manager sits on the Board and has been instrumental in supporting the production of Blueprint for a Healthier Scotland, the groups proposal to the Scottish Government. Third Sector Chief Officers Group Healthy Valleys Executive Manager sits on the Third Sector Chief Officers Group (TSCOG). This group was formed in 2016 when a number of CEO’s of third sector organisations in South Lanarkshire came together under the auspices of VASLan to support each other during a period of significant strategic and financial challenge and change. The group meets monthly and provides peer support and sharing information to ensure joined up services. 54
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Voluntary Action South Lanarkshire (VASLan) We work with VASLan as the third-sector interface, and Clydesdale Community Initiatives to deliverSouth Lanarkshires’ Third Sector Locality Forums. Community Partnerships Our community partnerships are many and varied, but at their heart, support grassroots community organisations to build resilience and support their communities. In Clydesdale our Community Partners include: Abington Community Development Group Clydesdale Food Bank | Coalburn One Stop Shop | Community Action Lanarkshire Douglas St Brides Community Centre | Douglas & Glespin Community Council | Duneaton Community Council Forth Community Resource Centre | Forth & District Development Trust Lanark Community Development Trust | Lanark Local Area Group | Lanark Tenants & Residents Association | Lesmahagow Development Trust Kirkmuirhill & Blackwood Resilience Group | Kit for Kids Clydesdale One Carluke Area Network Residents & Tenants Association of Rigside & Douglas Water Thornton Road Community Centre Association WATIF | Wiston Lodge | WomenKind Clydesdale | Womens’ Aid Community Groups Our work with local community groups focuses on helping them to identify need, become established, grow their attendance, and become self-sustaining in the long-term. Priority 4 Actions a. Continue to strengthen strategic & delivery partnerships, ensuring relevant staff members sit on steering / focus groups as appropriate b. Continue to raise awareness with staff of local and national policies affecting partnerships and core work. 55
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Why We Do What We Do: Community Needs Assessment | Beneficiary Mapping | Conversation on Services Feasibility Studies Where relevant, prior to beginning a project programme, we carry out or commission Feasibility Studies to assess need and desire for the project in the community. Feasibility Studies are particularly relevant to the development of our Social Enterprise activities, as they assess existing provision of a service in the area, desire for a new service, and financial viability of a service. Feasibility studies can help to leverage in external funding for a project / service. Community Consultation & Research Where possible, a period pre-programme research should be built into funding applications and project plans. This provides the project team time to work with partners and communities to shape the programme to their specific requirements and amend areas from the original project plan as required. Beneficiary Mapping We use Upshot to record each beneficiaries journey with Healthy Valleys, and this information should be collated to each locality team to support the development of future projects. Ongoing Evaluation We utilise a range of tools including the Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale to measure beneficiaries’ mental wellbeing, and the Outcomes Star to monitor individual progress and create person- centred plans of support. We also distribute Participant Evaluation Forms for all activities, as well as recording informal feedback. External Evaluation External evaluation (usually carried out by a consultant, or a research organisation / academic institution) is commissioned where funding allows, usually for larger partnership projects. Any such evaluation is and should continue to be used to influence the strategic direction of our programming. Priority 5 Actions 1. As we develop our locality-based, thematic approach to our work, Healthy Valleys would benefit from a locality-based community needs assessment which brings together people and group representatives from across the community to discuss our current approach and identify any gaps. Some of this work is being undertaken as part of the 2023-26 Investing in Communities Project, and this should be linked to other project evaluation and research, to produce a single, comprehensive overview of community needs. Whilst community needs are ever changing, and Healthy Valleys will remain agile and proactive, a community needs assessment will help to inform our ongoing development and link our social enterprise work to our core delivery. 56
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2. Feasibility Studies should be carried out for each of the areas of development in the Resilient Enterprises plan. 3. Healthy Valleys would benefit from an organisational wide Monitoring & Evaluation Plan (as opposed to project specific plans), which identifies strategic approaches to evaluation, and how these could be used to support the long-term development and sustainability of the organisation. 4. Where possible, research & development time, and staff costs to be built into all project funding applications. Strategic & Sustainable Funding: Fewer Funders | Less Reliance on Funders Funding Plan The Healthy Valleys Funding Plan 2024-2028 sets out the strategic approach to funding applications being taken to reduce the number of funders the organisation works with at any one period, to lessen the onus on staff capacity for grant reporting and claiming. The funding plan prioritises large scale, multi-year funds, and avoid the requirement to reapply to funds every year. Healthy Valleys will: • Prioritise funds which support our core work, as opposed to project specific funds which require new work, or substantive changes to existing work, and require more staff capacity. • Apply to funds which are relevant for our key themes, rather than adapt our work to suit funders. Key delivery themes are recognised as: o Early Years o Mental Health & Wellbeing o Community Food & Wellbeing The overarching themes of early intervention, community learning & development, social prescribing, and training & skills development. With the move to the Community Champion & key themes delivery model, funding applications should support a cross-sector approach which deals with issues affecting communities. All applications must include, where possible, an element of core staff overheads, either as a full post/part post or an apportionment of costs, including: • Team Leaders • Business Development • Operational Manager • Finance and Admin Team A full breakdown of proposed funders for the 2024-26 period is available in the Funding Plan 2024-28, Appendix A Donations & Sponsorship Donations and sponsorship are currently received on an ad-hoc basis through Just Giving, or directly from the sponsor. With our strong relationships in the community, excellent reputation, and large volunteer pool, we are in a unique position to drive donations through Stripe, as well as encourage Payroll Giving through larger local businesses, such as Border Biscuits, and Glenmuir. These local companies should also be approached for corporate sponsorship. Legacies and gifts in wills is not an area Healthy Valleys has experience of, but as so many local people have either benefitted from (directly or indirectly), or supported the organisation, this should be promoted through the ‘Support Us’ leaflet and website page. A Patron Scheme would help to build regular, annual donations, as well as raise awareness of our regular offer through free health & wellbeing sessions. 57
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Priority 6 Actions a. Deliver on strategic funding plan and avoid ad-hoc applications b. Launch ‘Support Us’ leaflet with targeted social media c. Develop corporate sponsorship action plan Sustainability: Environmental & Ethical The climate crisis is the main issue affecting our society, and those most at risk are those from the lowest socio-economic backgrounds. Climate risk for organisations is also rising, with heatwaves, floods, and drought causing health issues for staff and beneficiaries, as well as disrupting supply chains. Carbon Neutral is not the same as Net Zero. Carbon neutral does not require reductions in CO2e (the combined impact of all greenhouse gases together), rather offsets them by in essence throwing money at the problem. Net Zero requires action to give a 90% reduction in CO2e against a baseline year. The Scottish Government’s Net Zero target is 2025, and Healthy Valleys aims to lead by example by working towards Net Zero in an ethical and affordable way, ensuring no person is left behind. Climate action equates to climate resilience for organisations. Sustainability Action Plan Healthy Valleys Sustainability Action Plan (Appendix B) will aim to measure and record our CO2e emissions for the 2024-25 baseline year. It will then set out actions towards reducing these across all areas of business. A Net Zero plan will be essential in future funding applications and in tendering public contracts. The plan will record and consider mitigating actions for: a. Travel (by far our largest CO2e) b. Energy & Buildings c. Buy & Sell d. Water e. Waste Healthy Valleys is an ethical, not-for-profit charity and social enterprise, and should therefore seek to work with suppliers who also operate an ethical business model. Priority 7 Actions a. Engage staff by creating a sustainability sub-group- a ‘Green Team’ which meets quarterly b. Develop a sustainable procurement policy and an active travel policy. c. Develop, share and implement a Green Action Plan for the organisation (appendix x) d. Members of the ‘Green Team’ to undertake Climate Confident training and cascade to teams e. Complete renewable energy project for Caldwellside and Smyllum Community Hub Sustainability: Generated Income Healthy Valleys is largely reliant on grant funding, with some income generated through delivery of public contracts on behalf of the NHS. Whilst the organisation has a successful track record of securing grant funding and has built up strong relationships with several funders, the changing funding landscape and growing competition for grants means it is imperative that Healthy Valleys diversifies its offer to establish reliable and consistent income streams. The benefit of self-generated trading income is that it is treated as ‘unrestricted income’ which allows for more flexibility in spend compared to restricted grant income. A Social Enterprise is neither a traditional ‘not-for-profit’ charity, or a ‘for-profit’ business. Rather it generates profits for reinvestment in activities which provide social value. This document sets out the strategic approach of Healthy Valleys to becoming a sustainable Social Enterprise, whereby any income generated from activities will be reinvested in the delivery of free services in support of the communities served. Sustainable income will also ensure continuity of employment for staff, fewer fixed-term projects, 58
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and therefore continuity of service to beneficiaries, all of which will support a culture of positivity, with less fear of cuts. While the focus of this strategy will be sustainable income, Healthy Valleys will still actively apply for grant funding where relevant, seeking to balance trading income, grant income, contract income, and donations. Current Income Model Proposed Income Model 59
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Resilient Enterprises This Resilient Enterprises Strategy sits independently of but should be considered in conjunction with the Organisational Strategy. The values also complement the wider organisational values. Our Mission Healthy Valleys Resilient Enterprises is committed to the generation of sustainable income for reinvestment in the services offered by Healthy Valleys through the operation of ethical and environmentally sustainable social enterprises. Our Vision A financially and environmentally sustainable enterprise enabling Healthy Valleys to support the people of rural South Lanarkshire. Our Values Recognising People as Assets Our enterprises are only as strong as the people and volunteers who support them, and we will ensure that we harness the skills and experience of our people in the development of our enterprises to ensure they continue to meet needs. Delivering Value Our value lies in providing reasonably priced, ethical, and environmentally sustainable products; the income from which supports the free services provided by Healthy Valleys to those most in need. Enabling Improvement in lifestyles Our products will enable people to make a real and demonstrable difference to their lives: exercising and improving health; ensuring families have the clothing and equipment they need; and training and upskilling people to move into education and work. Supporting the Move to Net Zero We know that the Climate Crisis is one of the main issues affecting society and will strive to ensure an understanding of how our enterprises support the move to Net Zero. Partnerships Healthy Valleys seeks to work in real and meaningful partnership with other enterprises and will campaign for Social Enterprises to have a fair share of public spending. Resilient Enterprises Strategy This strategy sets out target areas for sustainable income generation, key requirements for delivering on the strategy, and considerations for future growth, i.e. the legal structure of the carity and related enterprises. It is supported by individual business plans and Action Plans, which are working documents. Enterprise Business Plans The business plans for each enterprise will seek to balance meeting the customer needs with maximising trading income. They are all assessed through the Ansoff Matrix which analyses the risk of the diversification as follows: • Lowest Risk- Market Penetration: existing market, existing product o Targeting more of the same types of clients with the same product • Medium Risk- Market Development- existing product / new market o Targeting other client groups from different parts in South Lanarkshire / moving to ecommerce • Medium Risk- Product Development- new product / existing market o Targeting same clients with new products • High Risk-Diversification- new product / new market o Targeting other client groups with new products 60
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Strategic Objectives • Social Enterprise Outputs & Outcomes (linked to organisational outputs & outcomes) Financial • A growth funding plan (where required) • A 3-year financial forecast Resource Planning • Staff & Volunteers • Premises • Equipment • Digital Resources Marketing & Comms • Marketing Plan • Community Engagement Plan Monitoring & Evaluation • Collated funder outcomes • Monitoring systems • Risk Analysis chart Environmental Sustainability • Sustainability Action Plan • Sustainable suppliers & Contractors The social enterprises below have been identified for development in the period of this strategy: • They are an ethical fit with Healthy Valleys and support our vision of reducing health inequalities in rural South Lanarkshire and enabling people to live healthier and happier lives. • There has been some exiting development in these areas, enabling the identification of a gap in the market, and a customer base. Active Travel has had a two-year project trial, and pre-loved, and training are carried out on an ad-hoc basis. • The commercialisation of benefits to donors, supporters, and customers in these areas is relatively straightforward. Active Travel: Gear Up Active Travel is essential not only for physical and mental wellbeing, but to counteract the effects of the climate crisis. Our Active Travel Project has been in development since 2020 and began to grow into a social enterprise in 2022, as ‘Gear Up’. Gear up is a Healthy Valleys social enterprise that empowers communities through cycling, walking, and wheeling. Gear Up will offer e-bike, bike, eCargo bike, and kids bike hires, as well as loans to people referred to the programme through our teams and partners. It will also offer cycling and maintenance classes, guided cycles, and a programme of health walks. Training Academy: AVOC Training and education is at the heart of what Healthy Valleys does, empowering people to learn the skills and knowledge required to take control of and improve their own lives. We deliver training programmes on an ad-hoc basis as requested, or linked to funded projects, but AVOC will allow us to strategically develop our training and sell our courses to wider audiences, including other organisations, as well as offering regular, free courses to our beneficiaries. Training strands will likely include: Community Food & Nutrition, Active Travel, Health & Wellbeing, Children & Young People, and Best Practice for the 3rd Sector. Reuse & Recycle: Reloved As we move towards our Net Zero target, Healthy Valleys already promotes reduce, reuse, and recycle across our programmes and internally. We will build on this model with ‘Reloved’ which will promote preloved items, particularly for babies and children, and upcycling. While there are other charity shops in Lanark, Reloved will take a more holistic approach along the lines of Re:volve and Swaddle in Hamilton, with classes and courses on upcycling and repairs, as well as preloved sales. We will also ensure our offer is accessible to all, from e.g. parents who don’t want to buy new all the time, to those who struggle to afford even preloved. 61
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Childrens Parties & Soft Play Interactive and soft play is used extensively by Resilient Families in community-based sessions and is hugely popular with beneficiaries and the public alike. There is a current gap in the market for soft play facilities in Lanark which Healthy Valleys would be ideally placed to fill, if a suitable venue can be secured. The business model would follow the other enterprises, with paid admission as well as free sessions for beneficiaries. Sofy Play has the potential to be a major income generator for us. Children’s parties could take place in a soft play facility but can also be delivered independently utilizing casual delivery staff who regularly deliver summer clubs and therefore have the skills for this type of work. Positioning our Offer Operational Excellence Reliable products / services at competitive prices, delivered with minimum difficulty or inconvenience. This should be the main aim of all our social enterprises, and of Healthy Valleys itself. Customer Intimacy Continually tailoring products / services to fit an increasingly refined definition of the customer. Whilst we will not be able to tailor all of our enterprise products, this will apply to some level. Healthy Valleys regularly tailors it’s services to suit individual communities. Product Leadership Striving to produce a constant stream of relevant products / services, and relentlessly pursuing new solutions. While this is not the main focus of Healthy Valleys and it’s enterprises, the organisation is at the fore of delivering community health improvements and regularly pursues new solutions to reducing health inequalities. Financial Performance Development Financial Systems Vital to the development of sustainable Social Enterprises is the procurement of a digital payment and reporting system that works across the businesses, can be used remotely (in e.g., the Wellbeing Wagon), and integrates seamlessly with our financial management system. Key requirements for a system are: • A front-end system which can be fully integrated with the Healthy Valleys website and branded to suite each enterprise business. The front-end system should allow for product sales, multi-period product rental, event and course sales and sign ups (if e.g. the event is free). • A back-end system which allows for stock management. • Complete integration with Healthy Valleys’ financial management system and the production of relevant reports in e.g., volumes of sales, income generated, number of sign-ups to an event. • It is preferable that the site offers a charity discount and should have a reasonable monthly fee, particularly for the business growth period. • Easy-to-use contactless payment hardware Stripe Based on these criteria, Stripe was selected in 2023 at the best option. The system provides us with: • Integration to Xero and Bike Rental Manager • A fully integrated front-end system and back-end shop • No monthly fee and a per-transaction charge • Contactless card readers • The ability to process donations- on this basis we will move our donations from Just Giving (which charges a monthly fee) to Stripe. 62
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Financial Viability To successfully generate income for reinvestment back into the community, each of the Healthy Valley Enterprises Business Plans will: 1. Assess and understand the audience- who are we targeting beyond the traditional Healthy Valleys beneficiaries? 2. Consider the cost of products and our customer price. Value should not always be considered in terms of cheap vs expensive- value can be considered in terms of the quality of the product, and the benefits that the purchase / hire of that product bring to others. 3. Review our prices regularly and benchmark them against other organisations providing similar services, be they commercial or Social Enterprises. Inflation should also be considered. 4. Explore subscription services which could enable regular payments e.g. bike hire subscriptions, children’s clothing boxes, and organisational training subscriptions. 5. Have a strong staff-delivery model which keeps staff costs manageable and consider all other overheads. 6. Consider ‘soft’ charging for services at subsidised rates / donations for people who want to pay but can’t afford full rates. Business - Business | Business - Consumer | Business – Beneficiary Income ‘Soft’ Income Increase number of clients Increase frequency of purchase Increase transaction amount • Marketing to new audiences (non- beneficiaries) • Business-to Business e.g. cycle to work schemes • Collaboration with other social enterprises e.g. training offer • Keep products relevant and meeting audience needs • Trial subscription models where relevant • Positive customer experience (online and in-person) and desire to return • Upselling within the enterprise e.g. offering bike servicing to people buying accessories • Upselling across enterprises e.g. ‘Did you know we offer training in this?’ Financial Management Financial management of the enterprises will strategically plan how each business should earn and spend money. This includes decisions about raising capital, borrowing money and budgeting, as well as setting financial goals and analysing data for each enterprise. Whilst Healthy Valleys is supported by an experienced financial team, they have limited additional capacity, and the financial management of numerous additional enterprise businesses could add considerably to resourcing requirements. It is therefore recommended that the payment and reporting system outlined above is as easy to use as possible, and key staff in each enterprise are provided with training in monitoring sales and key financial information including cost of sales, and income generated against targets. They should also be able to pull relevant reports from the system to provide to the Finance Team as and when required. Key staff should meet monthly with the Finance Team to review figured and ensure the understand their data. Basic Data for Staff to Understand • Their own hourly rate • Gross profit vs net profit • Cost of Sales • Staff costs- target 30% of income • Tracking sales and marketing to results 63
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Review Monthly Review Quarterly Review Annually • Sales performance • Profit / Loss • Bank Balance • Payments / debtors • As above- critical eye • Resources • Staffing time • VAT • Full performance review • Tax planning • Annual forecast Social Enterprise Premises The lack of a central base from which activities can be delivered is a key weakness for Healthy Valleys and has a direct impact on our ability to develop our social enterprise model. Alternative operating models for the enterprise businesses are considered below as it is imperative for the sustainability of Healthy Valleys that the enterprise activities develop, regardless of the permanent premises situation. Regardless of the creation of a new Community Hub, the idea of a ‘hub and spokes’ model for the organisation is important. Community-based work is at the heart of the organisation and should remain so for the enterprise activities. Ideal Operating Hub: • Permanent Active travel Hub at Healthy Valleys premises near to greenspace and cycle routes, with 2 storage containers on site. • Community Active Travel Hubs across Clydesdale. Alternative Operating model: • Operate from Caldwellside Industrial Estate and continue to develop Community Active travel Hubs. Ideal Operating Hub: Multi-purpose space at Healthy Valleys premises which can be used as a single space or divided for smaller sessions. • A training Kitchen at same premises Alternative Operating model: • Training delivered online and in community premises. 64
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Ideal Operating Hub: • Fully accessible shop in central Lanark location with space for products, activities, and storage. Small office space Alternative Operating model: • A pop-up shop to trial desire for service. Pre-loved pop-ups operating across Clydesdale from Wellbeing Wagon and in community venues. Ideal Operating Hub: • Soft-play operating from an industrial unit with good parking (e.g. Bubbles Factory in Carluke) with birthday parties available Standalone birthday parties run in Healthy Valleys premises / community venues by HV casual staff with HV catering Alternative Operating model: • Trial birthday parties in community venues Social Enterprise Legal Structure Current Trading Definitions Healthy Valleys is a registered Scottish Charity (SC034253) and a Company limited by guarantee (SC246145). As a charity, Healthy Valleys’ ability to trade is limited, because making money is not in itself a charitable purpose, even when doing it to support charitable activities. The risks of trading outside what is allowable are: • If the organisation does well and makes a profit, that may be liable to tax • If the organisation does badly and make a loss, that loss may be seen as non-charitable expenditure and in effect be liable to tax, and the trustees may be liable for breach of trust However, a company limited by guarantee is suitable for anyone who wishes to set up and operate a social enterprise or a non-profit organisation (either individually or jointly) while safeguarding their individual liability and boosting the professional integrity of their business enterprise. Generally, a company limited by guarantee does not distribute profits to its guarantors. Instead the profits are re-invested to aid the promotion of the not-for-profit entity’s practices. 65
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A company limited by guarantee has the responsibility of its debts, excess income, and assets. The members of a company limited by guarantee who are referred to as guarantors are protected by limited liability. Should there be an unfortunate bankruptcy, their financial responsibility to the company is restricted to the fixed sum they have agreed to pay in their guarantees. Legal Structure Considerations Trading Categories Primary purpose trading is trading carried out by a charity to fulfil its objects e.g. a café staffed by people with a learning disability run by adult social care charity, or sales of tickets for theatrical production staged by a theatre charity. Ancillary Trading is activities which contribute indirectly to carrying out your work but which aren’t just fundraising, e.g. sale of food and drink in a theatre café – the public would expect that to be part of the overall experience, so the food and drink encourages them to participate in the charitable activity, not just to raise funds for it. Mixed Trading is a a mix of primary purpose and ancillary trading e.g. A shop in an art gallery which sells a range of goods – some of which are connected with the primary purpose (books relating to exhibitions, prints of the charity’s paintings) and some not (pencils with rubbers on the end). Non-charitable trading is any trading not linked to the purpose of the charity e.g. the sale of Christmas cards or calendars to raise funds for a charity. Tax Considerations As a Charity, Healthy Valleys will not pay tax on profits it makes from trade if: • We are making money to help our charity’s aims and objectives- primary purpose trading • Our level of non-primary purpose trade falls below the charity’s small trading tax exemption limit • We trade through a subsidiary trading company We must pay tax on any other profits. Charity Annual Income Maximum Non-Primary Purpose Trading Under £32,000 £8000 £32,000 - £320,000 25% of total turnover Over £320,000 £80,000 66
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Options Maintain the status quo ↑ • No legal work required to set up trading subsidiary • Enterprises all Primary Purpose / Ancillary trading • Access to charity grants and staff time ↓ • Healthy Valleys retains legal liability for trading activity • More difficult to separate finances Overarching enterprise arm of charity- Resilient Enterprises ↑ • Parent charity is unaffected by trading activities • Enterprises can support each other financially • Easier to separate finances from charity ↓ • Failure of one enterprise could affect others • No access to charity grants • Charity needs to charge enterprises for staff time (marketing etc). Each enterprise as own subsidiary ↑ • Each enterprise operates independently ↓ • Increased complexity in managing finances and staff time. Recommendation Healthy Valleys will operate it’s enterprises within the main charity until the level of growth is such that the enterprise in generating considerable profit, at which time a ‘Resilient Enterprises’ trading subsidiary will be established. Resourcing Social Enterprises Staff In identifying staff for the development and running of the enterprises, Healthy Valleys should consider how to best utilise existing skills and knowledge whilst considering what new skills will be required, and whether training for existing staff is appropriate, or whether recruitment will need to be carried out. Due to the different nature of each enterprise, it is assumed that different operational staff will be required for each, but that operational management may be carried out by one person. Job adverts should follow Healthy Valleys’ 2023 Job Description Template to ensure they reach and are as attractive to as wide an audience as possible. Volunteers The nature of the proposed enterprises makes them entirely suitable for volunteering, and in particular, the expansion of volunteering opportunities for young people. The Volunteer Co-ordinator will be key in expanding the volunteer pool for Social Enterprise, and for the basic training and retention of volunteers. Role specific training will be the responsibility of the relevant Enterprise Lead. 67
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Potential Enterprise Staff Structure Marketing & Communications Effective marketing and communications are an essential part of any charity, but are even more important for social enterprises who wish to widen their audience base and generate income for the charity. Healthy Valleys apportions a percentage of staff time to marketing but we are working to secure funding for a dedicated marketing and communications role. Branding In 2023, Healthy Valleys commissioned eighteen:three to undertake a branding exercise for our active travel programme, and also create brands for our yet-to-be-launched training academy and pre-loved enterprises. Extensive staff consultation was undertake as part of this exercise and it was felt that the brands have to reflect: • That they are a part of the Healthy Valleys ‘family’- Healthy Enterprises- similarities in logo style and typography • That they have to reflect that they are social enterprises • That they should reflect the individual nature of each enterprise as opposed to simply e.g a colour change to the Healthy Valleys logo. The following are the results, and will be rolled out as each enterprise develops. 68
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Market Segments & Messaging The biggest change for Healthy Valleys in marketing social enterprises in addition to our core charitable work will be the marketing of diverse products, and the push to be visible to a wider audience, as opposed to focusing on beneficiaries and volunteers. Individual marketing plans which consider the traditional ‘Product, Place. Price & Promotion’ should also consider the new markets, what the media used to reach these markets will be, what our key messaging will be, and how to avoid mixed messaging. 69
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All enterprises should have the same core messaging: • The businesses are Social Enterprises which support a charity with a Social Mission • The businesses are ethically and as environmentally sustainable as we can make them, supporting the move to Net Zero Digital As digital platforms will often be the first, and on occasion only interaction audiences have with our enterprises, we must ensure that they are always current, and fully responsive. Other systems such as digital booking and payment systems should be fully integrated and again, responsive. Google My Business Google my Business is the easiest way to attract customers and should be utilised prior to Search Engine Optimisation. To successfully use this, all business information must be up to date. 70
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Social Media • Each enterprise should have its own Social Media presence rather than diluting the Healthy Valleys core social media and audience. • Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube are recommended. • Twitter remains ethically problematic and should be avoided for the present. • Use of a digital aggregator (Hootsuite, Tweetdeck, Buffer or similar) will help to manage the channels. LinkedIn profiles should be created for business to business Website • Each enterprise should have its own heading and page on the main Healthy Valleys website which can also be reached directly from a search engine. • While an effectively integrated eCommerce system will be a major part of the website, other sales channels can also support the enterprises e.g. eBay, Vinted etc. • iAs online content is often the only interaction a potential customer may have with the organisation, it is crucial all information is secure and protected as much as possible from potential cyber-criminals - for instance by using security certificates (https://) for websites. This will ultimately enable a smooth customer (buying) experience and build confidence for customers in the brand eCommerce System • Any eCommerce systems should be fully integrated with the websites and financial systems Measuring Social Impact Measuring the impact of our social enterprises will be as important as measuring the profit generated. As our enterprises develop, each business plan will cover: Measurement The data (quantitative and qualitative) that should be measured by each enterprise, what methodologies should be used, and how often the measurement should take place. Evaluation & Management How we evaluate the data we gather and how we use what we’ve learned to make the enterprise more efficient and affective. Evaluation will look at our inputs (e.g. staff resources), activities, outputs (short- term), and outcomes (medium-term) before feeding into the long-term impact of the enterprise. Impact The positive change the enterprise makes (or plans to make) for people, society, the economy, and the environment. Impact measurement should be long-term and balance what changes can be attributed to our activity, and to what changes we have contributed. 71
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Appendix 6 Healthy Valleys Permanent Premises Options & Funding Appraisal October 2024 1. About the Organisation Healthy Valleys was established in 2003 with the vision of reducing health inequalities in rural South Lanarkshire and enabling people to live healthier and happier lives. The charity achieves this through the provision of outstanding local services which help preserve and protect the mental and physical health of individuals, families, and communities in the area. Our Strategic Objectives 1. Empowered People & Communities 2. Improved Emotional Health 3. Improved Physical Health 4. Stronger Communities 5. Improved Skills & Knowledge 6. Improved confidence & Self-Esteem 7. Reduced Social Isolation & Loneliness 8. Towards Net Zero Following a development session in early 2022, it was identified that securing long-term premises is essential to effectively delivering on our strategic objectives. 2. Premises Background a. Community Flat, Rigside From its establishment in 2003, Healthy Valleys was based in one of South Lanarkshire Council’s community flats in the former mining village of Rigside. This provided a base in the heart of one of the communities most likely to need Healthy Valley’s support- one in the bottom 10-20% of the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation suffering from intergenerational poverty and health inequalities as a result of industrial decline and subsequent lack of investment in the area. This base allowed Healthy Valleys to reach and work in similar communities including Coalburn, Douglas & Glespin, Forth, Kirkmuirhill & Blackwood, and Carnwath, Carstairs, & Carstairs Junction. Healthy Valleys quickly outgrew the community flat but continued to use it as a base until 2018 when South Lanarkshire Council were due to demolish the full row of housing. b. Lockhart Hospital, Lanark At the same time as Healthy Valleys were vacating our Rigside premises, NHS Lanarkshire were coming under pressure from the Lanark community to reopen the Lockhart Hospital as a primary care facility. Once it became clear that this was never going to happen, Healthy Valleys Executive Manager approached NHSL regarding repurposing the Lockhart as a community hub. This was agreed as an interim arrangement and Healthy Valleys operated from part of the Lockhart premises until the onset of Covid-19. This base was ideal for Healthy Valleys due to its variety of spaces for office use and delivery, parking for staff, and proximity to both Lanark town centre and the outdoor spaces of Lanark Loch and Lanark Racecourse. When the pandemic began, Healthy Valleys were given 2-weeks’ notice to vacate the Lockhart, and the building has remained vacant since then. 72
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c. Homeworking Throughout the pandemic, Healthy Valleys staff were all working remotely and continued to deliver essential services and more to individuals, families, and communities in even more need. Laptops were provided for all staff and Healthy Valleys invested in Microsoft SharePoint to allow access to files. Homeworking continued to be the norm for most staff until April 2024. d. St Brides Centre Douglas In March 2022, Healthy Valleys began to lease 2 offices in the Douglas St Brides Centre to provide a base for the Finance & Admin Team, as well as 3 hot-desks for staff. This lease finished in April 2024, although HV do still deliver from the building, and have the use of desk space. e. Scottish Government Regeneration Capital Grant Fund In 2016, South Lanarkshire Council and Lanark Community Development Trust secured c£1.2m from the Scottish Government’s Regeneration Capital Grant Fund for the development of a community enterprise hub and Lanark Lanimer shed. The proposed site was Alston’s Yard on Ladyacre Road in Lanark, but when the site purchase fell through an opportunity at Lanark Racecourse on the site of a demolished building was identified. Revised proposals for a ‘rural development centre’ were approved subject to Common Good consultations, which took place in 2022, along with a Lanark Racecourse Masterplan in 2023. The Scottish Government confirmed they were content for the project to be progressed at the new location utilising its RCGF which was around £800,000 in 2022/23. Delivery of the revised proposal would have seen the creation of a Lanimer Shed and Rural Business centre with car parking and associated landscaping to be let to the occupying organisations. The project was scheduled to create: • Four (full time equivalent) construction jobs • 14 existing jobs supported (within Healthy Valleys) • 200 training places supported for volunteer and community groups focused on health and wellbeing • 250m² of new build business space • 500m² of storage space for Lanark Lanimer Committee • 0.05 hectares of brown field land redeveloped • Two community facilities through the creation of office and business space and a community shed. Healthy Valleys held meetings with SLC representatives throughout 2022 and 2023 to discuss proposed plans and costings, including a reduction in the proposed size of the building due to increasing costs linked to Covid and the cost-of-living. Healthy Valleys also secured match funding from SSE for solar panels, and air-sourced heat pump, and underfloor heating for the building, which was planned to be an exemplar of sustainable construction techniques. In 2024, Healthy Valleys were informed by South Lanarkshire Council that the longstanding offer from South Lanarkshire Council to fund the development of a Rural Business Hub at Lanark Racecourse had been withdrawn. Healthy Valleys chairperson John Dalrymple said: "In the course of a series of meetings with South Lanarkshire Council over the past few months, with Scottish Government officials also in attendance, it was made clear that the predicated funding for a Rural Business Hub is no longer available. We are disappointed by this sudden and unexpected news. We had been fully committed to the project and the decision taken was entirely out with our control. We remain committed, however, to sourcing an alternative facility from which Healthy Valleys' essential services can be coordinated, and sustainable new social enterprises developed. We ask our network of partners and volunteers for their understanding and patience whilst we do so. South Lanarkshire Council has offered its continuing support for our external funding activities.” 73
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3. Current Premises f. Smyllum Resource Centre, now Smyllum Community Hub (SCH), Lanark In April 2022, Healthy Valleys took on the lease of Smyllum Resource Centre in Lanark, a small class 1 & 2 unit in the Smyllum housing estate in Lanark. The unit sits between a local shop and a Chinese takeaway and contains a medium-sized delivery space, a small office space, a small kitchen (unsuited to prepping / cooking food for public consumption), a disabled toilet, and a small store, as well as a small fenced outdoor space to the rear. It has a flat roof and electric heating. The building is used for delivery of a number of sessions across Healthy Valley’s key themes, as well as for meetings and office space for two staff. In 2024, Healthy Valleys was given the option of taking on SCH through a Community Asset Transfer. Enquiries and research into this remain ongoing, with some concerns around the structural soundness of the building, and the potential for it to support solar panels. If the CAT goes ahead, it is likely that some internal modifications will be required, particularly in relation to the kitchen space, to make the building fit-for-purpose. SCH is a good space to reach beneficiaries in Smyllum, which is a relatively self-contained community and one of healthy Valley’s target areas. For this reason, consideration should be given to keeping on the lease, even without a CAT, and even if the organisation secures permanent premises elsewhere. g. Caldwellside Industrial Estate In June 2023, Healthy Valleys secured a vacant industrial unit at Caldwellside Industrial Estate to use as a base for its Gear Up active travel social enterprise. The unit contains 2 medium-sized offices, an open plan area, a smaller room, two toilets, and a large workshop space. Externally it has parking for 5-6 cars in a secure, gated site, and Gear Up’s two storage containers are located on the site. There is also a grassed area to the west of the building which currently houses the solar panels for the building. The solar panels and heat pump for the building were secured by Healthy Valleys through funding from the SSE Sustainable Development Fund, and can be taken with the organisation as and when it vacates the premises. There is also an EV charger, again installed by Healthy Valleys. As part of the work to install the renewables and EV charger, HV carried our considerable upgrades to the building at its own expense, including changing the single-phase power supply to 3-phase, upgrading radiators, and installing a kitchen sink unit. h. Current Delivery Spaces, Lanark Healthy Valleys currently delivers in a number of venues across Lanark. Whilst some are free and may continue to be used, if we have permanent premises with a variety of multi-purpose spaces, it is likely that use of venues which charge for hire would be reduced. • Greyfrairs Church Hall o Weekly Play, Read, Sing • St Marys Church Hall o Volunteer events & Messy Play • St Nicholas Church Hall o AGM, cooking, early years & mental health courses • Clydesdale Family Support Hub o Baby Massage, weaning, counselling • Smyllum Community Hub o Men’s & Women’s groups o Drop in events • Lanark Loch o Outdoor & active travel events 74
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• Kildare Park o Summer roadshow with in partnership with Youth, Family & Community Learning • Castlebank Park o Buggy Fitness & walks i. Current Delivery Spaces, Clydesdale Delivery in community venues across Clydesdale will continue regardless of Healthy Valleys securing permanent premises as many of our beneficiaries cannot access centralised services due to lack of car ownership, poor public transport infrastructure, or lack of confidence to get out-and-about. • Kirkton Church Hall, Carluke • The Fountain, Lesmahagow • Hope Hub, Kirkmuirhill • Rigside Hall • Thornton Road Community Centre, Kirkmuirhill • St Brides Centre, Douglas • Douglas Deli • Coalburn One Stop Shop • Woodhill Nursery, Kirkmuirhill • Willie Waddle Centre Forth • Abington Old Schoolhouse • Glespin Hall • OneCAN 4. Healthy Valleys Needs Analysis Healthy Valleys organisational and social enterprise priorities are set out in the Healthy Valleys Organisational & Social Enterprise Strategy 2024-2028. The requirements for space for each priority are as follows: • Early Years service delivery requiring: o Two medium to large sized multi-purpose (multi-purpose should include windows, a sink, and storage) spaces (one for delivery and one for a creche) o A training kitchen o A toilet with baby change close by • Mental Health & Wellbeing service delivery requiring: o A large multi-purpose space for delivery. A second space for a creche would be beneficial. o Smaller, private spaces for 1:1 sessions and initial meetings. o A training kitchen for supporting e.g. food & mood would be beneficial. • Community Food & Health service delivery requiring: o A full training kitchen with good food storage facilities (larder, fridges, and freezers) o A medium-sized multi-purpose room o A café-style space (either stand-alone or utilising a multi-purpose space depending on volume of delivery) • Gear Up Social Enterprise o A ‘shop front’ (although we are not a traditional bike shop) would be ideal, but is not absolutely necessary if the site is close to the centre of Lanark and gets good footfall. A Gear Up shop-front could be combined with a Reloves shop front. o Storage for up to 50 bikes o Ground to site two containers (owned by healthy Valleys) for storage of cargo bikes and bikes for upcycling o A medium sized space for use as a bike workshop (can be combined with bike storage or standalone) o Proximity to cycle paths o A flat, medium – large sized outdoor space for bike trials and lessons. • AVOC Training Academy Social Enterprise o Mixed-size delivery spaces with technical set-up suitable for remote and online delivery. 75
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Appendix 7 Healthy Valleys Sustainability Action Plan 2024/25 Introduction The climate crisis is the main issue affecting our society, and those most at risk are those from the lowest socio-economic backgrounds. Climate risk for organisations is also rising, with heatwaves, floods, and drought causing health issues for staff and beneficiaries, as well as disrupting supply chains. Carbon Neutral is not the same as Net Zero. Carbon neutral does not require reductions in CO2e (the combined impact of all greenhouse gases together), rather offsets them by in essence throwing money at the problem. Net Zero requires action to give a 90% reduction in CO2e against a baseline year. The Scottish Government’s Net Zero target is 2025, and Healthy Valleys aims to lead by example by working towards Net Zero in an ethical and affordable way, ensuring no person is left behind. Climate action equates to climate resilience for organisations. Emission Scopes By committing to Next Zero, organisations should commit to addressing the 3 scopes of emissions- some within their control, and others not. Scope 1, 2 and 3 is a way of categorising the different kinds of carbon emissions a company creates in its own operations, and in its wider value chain. • Scope 1 emissions— This one covers the Green House Gas (GHG) emissions that a company makes directly — for example while running its boilers and vehicles. • Scope 2 emissions — These are the emissions it makes indirectly – like when the electricity or energy it buys for heating and cooling buildings, is being produced on its behalf. • Scope 3 emissions — In this category go all the emissions associated, not with the company itself, but that the organisation is indirectly responsible for, up and down its value chain. For example, from buying products from its suppliers, and from its products when customers use them. Emissions-wise, Scope 3 is nearly always the big one. Sustainability Action Plan Healthy Valleys Sustainability Action Plan will aim to measure and record our CO2e emissions for the 2024-25 baseline year. It will also set out actions towards reducing these across all areas of business. A Net Zero plan will be essential in future funding applications and in tendering public contracts. Key Footprint Areas a. Travel b. Energy & Buildings c. Buy & Sell d. Water e. Waste This plan will also consider actions around awareness, training, and behaviour change. Measuring Progress Small99 is a site through which organisations can set environmental targets, track their progress, and share with others to promote their sustainable credentials. Healthy Valleys has free access to 81
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Purpose of Funding Strategy The purpose of this document is to enable a strategic approach to funding applications which allows Healthy Valleys to : • Prioritise large scale, multi year funds, and avoid the requirement to reapply to funds every year. • Prioritise funds which support our core work, as opposed to project specific funds which require new work, or substantive changes to existing work, and require more staff capacity. • Apply to funds which are relevant for our key themes, rather than adapt our work to suit funders. Key delivery themes are recognised as: o Early Years o Mental Health & Wellbeing o Community Food & Health The overarching themes of early intervention and prevention, training & upskilling will run through all of our applications, as well as environmental sustainability. With the move to area based teams funding applications should support a cross-sector approach which deals with issues affecting communities 89
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Premises Fund Closing Date Amount (Capital / Revenue / Both) Proposed Project SLC Renewable Energy Grant Rolling Over 10k & up to 50% of eligible costs £900,000 total for the year Capital Premises Capital projects are usually long-term projects to acquire, develop, improve and/or maintain a capital asset such as land, buildings or roads or one-off activities. Theme One: Stronger Communities Theme Two: Prosperous Communities Theme Three: Healthy and Active Communities Theme Four: Sustainable Environmental Communities The Scottish Land Fund (Lottery) Ongoing £5,000 - £1m Capital Premises The Scottish Land Fund is open to organisations in both urban and rural Scotland which are community-led, community-controlled and defined by a geographic area. Successful applicants will clearly demonstrate that their project will help their local community to: • achieve more sustainable economic, environmental and/or social development through ownership of land and buildings • have a stronger role in and control over their own development • own well managed, financially sustainable land and buildings. We will prioritise applications that can demonstrate significant positive impact for the community as a whole. Applicants will have the opportunity to test out and develop their ideas with support from a Scottish Land Fund Adviser. We would need to set up an arms-length community-controlled group to lead the application FCC Scottish Action Fund 6th December £2000-£40,000 Capital Premises / Gear Up (specifically upcycling) • Land Reclamation (Object A): The reclamation, remediation, restoration, or other operation on land to facilitate economic, social, or environmental use. 90
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• Community Recycling (Object B): Community based recycling, re- use, and waste prevention projects. • Public Amenities and Parks (Object C): To provide, maintain or improve a public park or other public amenity. The Wolfson Foundation Open to Stage 1 applications: 20 November, 00.01 Stage 1 application deadline: 5 January, 23.59 Stage 2 application deadline: 1 March, 23.59 Funding decision: June £20-£75,000 Capital Premises We award grants towards new buildings, refurbishment work and equipment. Your project should be for a new building, refurbishment work or equipment that leads to at least one of the following aims: • Increased access to services for new and existing users • Improved quality and range of services • Improved financial stability of the organisation. Garfield Weston Foundation Major Grants Rolling Over £100,000 Premises • If your organisation wants to apply for £100,000 or over, we expect your annual income or project costs to be over £1 million. • Please send a two-page summary of your organisation and what you are raising funds for (including costs, timescale and fundraising plan) to admin@garfieldweston.org. • We will be in touch to give bespoke guidance. This may be to advise you to apply for a smaller amount, or to discuss next steps in relation to a Major Grant application. • If eligible, you will be invited to apply to one of our eight Trustee Board meetings a year. We will aim to arrange a meeting with you, our Director/Deputy Director and at least one Trustee before the Board meeting. • You will be contacted by our Director/Deputy Director within 48 hours of the Board meeting to learn of the Trustees’ decision. 91
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The Clothworkers’ Foundation Large Grants Programme Rolling Over £15,000 Capital Typically 10% of balance to be raised for projects over £100k Grants are awarded towards capital projects, which we define as: • Buildings: purchase, construction, renovation, or refurbishment. • Fittings, Fixtures, and Equipment: this includes but is not limited to office equipment/furniture, sports/gym equipment, digital/audio visual equipment, software and websites (more guidance on digital infrastructure can be found here), garden equipment, specialist therapeutic (excluding medical) equipment. It does not include equipment for one-off use, or which will be given to service users for personal use on a permanent basis. • Vehicles: This includes a minibus, car, caravan, people-carrier, or 4X4. We are unlikely to fund the total cost of a new vehicle and do not provide grants towards vehicle leasing. We fund both large and small projects. The size of grant awarded will depend on a number of factors including the size of your organisation and the cost and scale of your capital project. You must be able to demonstrate that the work of your organisation fits within one or more of our programme areas, and that at least 50% of service users benefiting from the capital project are from one or more of those groups. Organisations providing services for older people, in particular those living in areas of high deprivation and where rural isolation is an issue. 92
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We will arrange a visit to see the proposed work being delivered. We will contact you once you have started your proposal to arrange a visit. You must have a full draft proposal (including supporting documents) ready on the system seven days before your visit. 4. Q4 2023 Deadline - 27th October After we have visited and received feedback, you must submit your final proposal and supporting documents via the Grants Management System. 5. Board Meeting - 6th December Our board will meet on the 6th of December to make final funding decisions. • You must be working with young children (pre-birth to 3) and their parents/carers • The main beneficiaries have a background of relative deprivation: this ranges from poverty to additional support needs to lack of opportunity due to lack of services • Children and their carers must be actively involved in the proposed activity or service Families experiencing deprivation or in crisis will be given priority. “Deprivation” can mean low income, poor housing, unemployment, isolation, disability or health problems, lack of family support, young parenthood, contact with the justice system, substance abuse, violence etc. Cattanach is particularly interested in parenting, attachment, family support, and communication within the family, as it impacts on the healthy emotional and physical development of young children. The SCIO wishes to encourage training for staff and volunteers and may recommend training or evaluation help. Mental Health & Wellbeing- Whole Family Approach 1. Inspiring Scotland- Perinatal & Infant Mental Health March 2024 Age 0-2 94
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a. The Robertson Trust Large Grants Open- no set closing date We are particularly interested in work that focuses on the following issues: • Parenting, early years and family support which focuses on child attachment. • Mental health support which aims to reduce dependency of children and young people on crisis or clinical services • Activities which empower vulnerable girls and women, including crisis support for those affected by gender- based violence • Services and supports for adults affected by severe and multiple issues including addictions and homelessness. Within Emotional Wellbeing and Relationships, we are interested in funding work that supports the emotional and relational needs of people and families affected by or at risk of experiencing poverty and/or trauma. We understand that we still have a great deal to learn about the complex nature of Trauma. We are committed to working with partners, whilst listening to experts with lived experience to better understand where the Trust can focus its resources in this area. It is important to us that we understand how any applications to our Funds will improve outcomes for people affected by poverty and/or trauma. For our Large Grants, unless the activities outlined in your application are purposely designed to address those issues listed above, we will be unable to consider your request. Where possible, work should consider any underlying financial challenges. Relationships do not happen in a vacuum and consideration should also be given to measures which support the wider family socioeconomic context (e.g. housing, debt, employment). Work should be delivered in community settings where possible. If your work involves a universal approach, please tell us why this approach is best and how the work will target and engage those most at risk of poverty or trauma. 95
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Applications are submitted online. Please follow the link below to submit an enquiry form (Stage One) If you would like to review the questions you will be asked to answer before starting the form, you can see them here. Children & Young People a. The Robertson Trust Large Grants Open- no set closing date We are particularly interested in work that focuses on the following issues: • Parenting, early years and family support which focuses on child attachment. • Mental health support which aims to reduce dependency of children and young people on crisis or clinical services • Activities which empower vulnerable girls and women, including crisis support for those affected by gender- based violence • Services and supports for adults affected by severe and multiple issues including addictions and homelessness. Within Emotional Wellbeing and Relationships, we are interested in funding work that supports the emotional and relational needs of people and families affected by or at risk of experiencing poverty and/or trauma. We understand that we still have a great deal to learn about the complex nature of Trauma. We are committed to working with partners, whilst listening to experts with lived experience to better understand where the Trust can focus its resources in this area. It is important to us that we understand how any applications to our Funds will improve outcomes for people affected by poverty and/or trauma. For our Large Grants, unless the activities outlined in your application are purposely designed to address those issues listed above, we will be unable to consider your request. Where possible, work should consider any underlying financial challenges. Relationships do not happen in a vacuum and consideration should also be given to measures which support the 97
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wider family socioeconomic context (e.g. housing, debt, employment). Work should be delivered in community settings where possible. If your work involves a universal approach, please tell us why this approach is best and how the work will target and engage those most at risk of poverty or trauma. b. Children in Need Core Costs Grant Rolling • Working with children and young people aged 18 years and under • Working in the heart of their communities, particularly in times of crisis • Putting children and young people at the centre of everything they do, from design to delivery • Addressing challenges faced by children and young people, building their skills and resilience • Empowering children and young people, and extending their choices in life • Keen to keep learning about and developing their work with children and young people • Committed to making a difference in children and young people’s lives • c. The Dulverton Trust Rolling- meets 3 times annually It is recommended to apply at least 3 months in advance of the meeting that considers The Trust awards grants to UK charities registered in Scotland, England and Wales. Youth Opportunities is the largest category and aims to support charities that help socio-economically disadvantaged children and young people aged 25 and under to develop life skills that enable them to thrive and foster employability skills and skills to succeed at school. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and Trustee meetings are held in February, June and October. 98
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the application. d. Lottery Young Start Rolling To help children and young people across Scotland become more confident, so they can realise their own potential. We want to fund work that achieves at least one of the following three outcomes: • children and young people have better physical, mental and emotional wellbeing • children and young people have better connections with the wider community • children and young people get access to new skills and training opportunities which will help them to get a new job or start a business. 99
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Fundraising What? How? Donations Donations are currently processed through Just Giving, but this should be changed to Stripe so all financial transactions come through a single platform. Donate as You Shop Easyfundraising enable retailers and service providers to deliver on their Corporate Social Responsibility. Shoppers register for Easyfundraising and select Healthy Valleys as their chosen charity. Every time they shop online via the Easyfundraising page, the retailer gives a fixed % of their purchase (usually around 4%) to the charity. Payroll Giving ‘Give as You Earn’ schemes enable people to give to Healthy Valleys directly from their gross salary. Anyone who is taxed through PAYE can donate, and the income tax applicable to the donation is paid to Healthy Valleys instead of HMRC. Leaving a Gift in Your Will Unrestricted gifts through wills are underutilised by most smaller charities. There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach, and Healthy Valleys should promote this as a way to give where we can discuss peoples’ preferences on where the money is spent. The person donating sets up the bequest with their solicitor. Patron Scheme A Patron Scheme is a simple way to increase regular annual donations of a fixed amount. Corporate Sponsorship Whilst Healthy Valleys has received one-off donations from a few local businesses, we have yet to take a strategic approach to corporate sponsorship which promotes annual giving. Again, this should not be viewed as a one-size-fits-all, and while there will be standard donation amounts, we should work with companies to discuss mutually beneficial packages. Companies benefit from tax relief on their donations. Crowdfunder Crowdfunders should be considered for strategic use when there is a shortfall in a specific area of funding 102
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Appendix 9 Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Objection Mr Stuart McGowan 6 Smiddy Court Lanark ML11 7NZ NEIGH Public access 2 Representation Miss Natasha Collins 22 Russell Road Clydesdale North Ward, South Lanarkshire ML11 7HL CC Public access PUBLIC Public access 2 Support Ailsa McWhinney 6 Burns Road Kirkmuirhill ML119 QS PUBLIC Public access Angela Wardrope Gowanglen Crossford Carluke ML8 5PY PUBLIC Public access Ashley Waner 156 Dumbarton Road Glasgow G11 6 XE ORG Public access Brendan Rooney 23 Greystone Avenue Rutherglen G73 3SN PUBLIC Public access Charlotte Brown 41 Deer Valley Road Holsworthy Ex22 6DA PUBLIC Public access Charlotte Thomas 4 Addison Gardens Lanark ML11 0PW PUBLIC Public access Daniel Malone Dunsyre road Biggar ML11 8NA PUBLIC Public access David Anderson Eastshield Cottage, Carnwath Carnwath LANARK ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Diana McDonald 18 Lockhart ave Lanark Ml119zq AMEN Public access UNIREPLIVE Mr Salim Haj Qadour 118 St Leonard street Lanark ML11 7DT 103
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Elaine Murphy 137 High Street Biggar ML12 6DL PUBLIC Public access Elizabeth Frame 61 Main Street Braehead Lanark ML118EZ PUBLIC Public access Elysia Small 10 St Helens Drive Carluke ML8 4FP PUBLIC Public access EUNICE MEIKLE Rookwood, 458A Carlisle Road,, Lesmahagow South Lanarkshire ML11 0J PUBLIC Public access Fiona McAlister 37a Waterloo road Lanark Ml11 7qh PUBLIC Public access Flora Neville 5 Southcroft Way Biggar ML12 6ET PUBLIC Public access Gail Cormack 15 Loaningdale Avenue Biggar ML12 6GT PUBLIC Public access Gail Swan 10 South Park Grove Biggar Ml12 6gj PUBLIC Public access Gerry Timoney 81 Hainburn Park Edinburgh Eh10 7hj ORG Public access Hayley Tennant Medwin Carnwath ML11 8NF PUBLIC Public access Hazel Holmes 17 Clare Crescent, Larkhall Larkhall Larkhall ML91ES PUBLIC Public access Helen Anderson 47, Sherifflats Road Thankerton Biggar ML126PA ML126PA PUBLIC Public access J Miller Smyllum Road Lanark ML11 7DD PUBLIC Public access Janet Dickie 31 Woodlands Avenue Lanark ML11 9Ff PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 104
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Jayanthi Cathcart Mayfield Biggar ML126QX PUBLIC Public access Jim Neville 5 Southcroft Way Biggar ML12 6ET PUBLIC Public access Joanna Howson 37 Stewart Street Carluke ML8 5DZ ORG Public access Joanne Robertson 7 Edinburgh Road Biggar ML12 6AX PUBLIC Public access John Douglas 12 Byretown Gardens. Kirkfieldbank Kirkfieldbank, Lanark ML119NZ PUBLIC Public access John Douglas 12 Byretown Gardens. Kirkfieldbank Lanark ML119NZ PUBLIC Public access Joseph McCluskey 20 Yarrow Crescent WISHAW ML2 7JX UNK Public access Julia Miller North Back Road Biggar ML12 6EJ PUBLIC Public access Karen Murray 24 Kildare Drive Lanark ML11 7AQ PUBLIC Public access Katie Wickham 132 Murray Terrace Carnwath ML118HX PUBLIC Public access Kenneth Gray 49 Ennerdale Terrace Whitehaven CA28 9PF PUBLIC Public access Kenneth Thomson 132 Murray Terrace Carnwath Lanark ML11 8HX PUBLIC Public access Kim Wolohan 81 Cullen Crescent Carluke ML8 4SH PUBLIC Public access Kirsty Mitchell 4 Blue Tower Lanark ML11 0QL PUBLIC Public access Libby Gupwell 2 bloomfield rd Lesmahagow Ml11 0df PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 105
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Liz Barthram 11 Braemar Crescent Carluke ML8 4BH ORG Public access Lorna Tweedie 11 Thorpe Rig Biggar ML12 6ZX PUBLIC Public access Mairi Wilson 14 The Glebe Lanark ML11 7QB PUBLIC Public access Marie Cameron 15 Weavers Walk Clydesdale North, South Lanarkshire ML11 9AW PUBLIC Public access Mary Grahsm 2 Wheatland Drive Lanark ML11 7 QG PUBLIC Public access Moira Agnes Forrest 31 Stuart Drive Lanark ML11 7HF PUBLIC Public access Paul Malone Dunsyre road Newbigging ML11 8NA PUBLIC Public access Paula Harrison 5 Springdale Drive Biggar ML12 6AZ PUBLIC Public access Pauline Nichol 50 Whiteshaw Avenue ML8 5TU ML8 5TU PUBLIC Public access Peter Marshall 2 Gas Works Road Biggar ML12 6BZ PUBLIC Public access Sarah Thomson 6 Station Road Biggar ML12 6BW PUBLIC Public access Shamsuddin Ahmed Chowdhury 115 Carlisle Road Crawford Biggar ML12 6TP PUBLIC Public access Sharon Bruce 34 Stuart Drive Lanark ML11 7HF PUBLIC Public access Stewart Graham 2 Wheatland Drive Lanark ML117QG PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 106
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Sue Kehoe 26 Kirkton Street Carluke ML8 4AB PUBLIC Public access Susan Wyllie Ladyurd House Blyth Bridge EH467DH PUBLIC Public access Suzanne Stuart 11 Gair Crescent Carluke ML8 4BU PUBLIC Public access Tracey Palmer 74 belstane road Carluke ML8 PUBLIC Public access Tracy Kennedy 10 Bidders Gait Lanark ML11 9FG PUBLIC Public access Valda Watson 7 Braeside Crescent Kirkmuirhill ML11 9SG PUBLIC Public access Victoria Osborne 20 Bray rd Holsworthy Ex226fj PUBLIC Public access Vishwanath Krishnamurthy 20 Carnie gardens Elrick AB32 6hr PUBLIC Public access Wendy Forber East Quatquoy Finstown KW17 2ET PUBLIC Public access Zoe Christie 9 Broomage Avenue Larbert FK5 4NT PUBLIC Public access Dr Allyson Matthews 23 Cleghorn Rd Lanark ML11 7QR AMEN Public access Dr Deepak Gupta 2A Springfield Road Gatley SK8 4PE PUBLIC Public access Dr Fiona Carnegie 38 Holmwood Park Crossford Carluke ML8 5SZ PUBLIC Public access Dr James Torrens 133 Stewarton Drive Cambuslang G72 8dh ORG Public access Dr Kirsty Hughes 165 High Street Biggar ML12 6DL PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 107
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Dr Lorraine Cameron 11 Nethanfoot Brig Road Crossford ML8 5SF PUBLIC Public access Dr William King 17 Crosslaw Gardens Lanark ML11 9DL ORG Public access Dr William Sinclair Scott 16 Ardrossan Road Seamill West Kilbride KA23 9LS PUBLIC Public access Miss Adele Anderson 3 Hillview Road, Kirkfieldbank Kirkfieldbank Kirkfieldbank,lanark ML11 9JX PUBLIC Public access Miss Aimee Diplacito 2 rowan view Lanark Ml119fq PUBLIC Public access Miss Alanah Cashmore 27 fereneze crescent 27 fereneze crescent Glasgow ML3 9TP PUBLIC Public access Miss Alex Murray 44 Aitkenhead Avenue Coatbridge ML55SH PUBLIC Public access Miss Amy Wyper 4 Whitehill Crescent Carluke ML8 5DU PUBLIC Public access Miss Amy Forsyth Midhill Farm Biggar Biggar ML126RD PUBLIC Public access Miss Angelique Dupre 6 Lindsaylands Road Biggar Ml126eq PUBLIC Public access Miss Ashleigh Hunter Conleigh House Ayr road Glespin Ml110sf PUBLIC Public access Miss Barbara Cormack Sheaffyknowe Farm Lanark ML11 8NX PUBLIC Public access Miss Barbara-Jane McIntyre 30 Waterside Gardens Cambuslang Glasgow G728US ORG Public access UNIREPLIVE 108
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Miss Brigid Nugent 440 High Street Newarthill Motherwell ML1 5SP PUBLIC Public access Miss Brigid Nugent 440 High Street Newarthill Ml1 5SP PUBLIC Public access Miss Candice Cunningham 24 Carlisle Road Biggar ML12 6TW PUBLIC Public access Miss catherine fevre 16 piper drive Glenboig ML5 2FY PUBLIC Public access Miss Charlotte Hobbs Mazoe Clawton Holsworthy EX22 6QJ UNK Public access Miss Charlotte Pooley 10 Garman Way Hadleigh IP7 6DQ PUBLIC Public access Miss Cheryl Jarvis 138 Muirhouse Avenue Motherwell ML1 2LB PUBLIC Public access Miss Cheryl Reilly 17 Wheatland Drive Lanark ML11 7QG PUBLIC Public access Miss Chloe Riddell Smyllum Park 44 Smyllum Park Lanark ML11 7BY PUBLIC Public access Miss Christina Terry 18 braxfield terrace Lanark ML11 9bz PUBLIC Public access Miss Claire Rowlands 12 McNeil Avenue Clydebank G81 2TB ORG Public access Miss Denitsa Yoldova 28 Breadale Road Lanark ML117AN PUBLIC Public access Miss Diane Leiper South Lanarkshire Council Larkhall ML9 ORG Public access Miss Donna Marshall 3 Caledonian Avenue Crawford Biggar ML12 6TX PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 109
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Miss Eilidh Black 62 Hamilton View Uddingston G71 6QA PUBLIC Public access Miss Elaine Hepburn 45 the crescent Lesmahagow Lanark Ml110dp PUBLIC Public access Miss Elaine Hepburn 45 the crescent Lesmahagow Lanark Ml110dp PUBLIC Public access Miss Elaine Hepburn 45 the crescent Lesmahagow Lanark Ml110dp PUBLIC Public access Miss Elizabeth Martin 6 hardacres Lanark Ml11 7qp PUBLIC Public access Miss Emily Brown 6 Eastwood Drive Lesmahagow ML11 0AG PUBLIC Public access Miss Emma Forrest Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Miss Emma Forrest Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Miss Emma Gibson 10 Valley View Lanark ML11 7FG PUBLIC Public access Miss Emma Robertson 13auld coal drive Bonnyrigg Eh19 3qz PUBLIC Public access Miss Eshani Ahmed 115 Carlisle Road , Crawford 115 Carlisle Road Biggar ML12 6TP PUBLIC Public access Miss Freya Wood 2 Russell Road Lanark ML11 7HL PUBLIC Public access Miss Hannah Colley 46 Biggar Road Symington ML12 6fT PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 110
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Miss Hannah Lopez The Whittens Glendevon Dollar FK14 7JY PUBLIC Public access Miss Heather Louse Glen 50 Glenmavis Crescent Carluke ML8 4JL PUBLIC Public access Miss Hilaryann Newbigging Hilaryann 22 Dale Street Douglas ML110RG PUBLIC Public access Miss Issy Young 40 caneluk avenue Carluke Ml8 4lz PUBLIC Public access Miss Jacqueline Smith Brownhill Gardens 2 Douglas ML110PG PUBLIC Public access Miss Jade Carmichael 82 Glasgow Road Strathaven ML10 6NF PUBLIC Public access Miss Jade Farrell 8 Mousebank lane Lanark ML11 7PP PUBLIC Public access Miss Jayne Gardiner 12 Abbeyhill Crescent Lanarkshire ML11 0BG ORG Public access Miss Jean McCaskie Dunarbhar Coulter Biggar ML12 6PP PUBLIC Public access Miss Jemma Flavell 3/4 169 elderslie street Glasgow G37jr PUBLIC Public access Miss Jennifer Clelland 58 South Dumbreck Road Lanarkshire Kilsyth G65 9LX PUBLIC Public access Miss Joan Brady 2 Oswald Gardens Braidwood Carluke ML8 5PA PUBLIC Public access Miss Joanna Devine 18 Blackthorn Wynd Glasgow G72 7TY PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 111
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Miss Jordan Doyle Byrewood Orchard Hazelbank Lanark ML11 9XL PUBLIC Public access Miss Karen Thomson 46 hope gardens Biggar Ml12 6zu PUBLIC Public access Miss Kayleigh Foley 95 old lanark road Carluke Ml8 4hr NEIGH Public access Miss Kayley Travers 69 North Vennel Lanark ML11 7PT NEIGH Public access Miss Kerri Forrest 9 Orcharview Drive Lanark ML11 9JY PUBLIC Public access Miss Kirsteen Kyle 152 muirfoot road Rigside Lanark Ml119ne PUBLIC Public access Miss Kirsty Andrew 202/101 st kilda road St Kilda 3182 PUBLIC Public access Miss Kirsty Craigie 138 Leyland Road Bathgate EH48 2TL PUBLIC Public access Miss Kirsty Forrest Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Miss Lara Paterson 75 Ambleside Rise Hamilton ML3 7HJ PUBLIC Public access Miss Laura Pratt 15 Bizzyberry Crescent Biggar ML12 6ZA PUBLIC Public access Miss Laura Munro 41 main street Douglas Lanarkshire ML110QW PUBLIC Public access Miss Lauren Thomson 54 howgate road Roberton ML12 6RS PUBLIC Public access Miss Lauren Adamson 29 John Street Carluke ML8 4DD PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 112
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Miss Lauren Gray Lockhart Mill View Mousebank Road Cartland ML11 7RB PUBLIC Public access Miss Lauren Gregory 38 Battismains Lanark ML117BS PUBLIC Public access Miss Lauren Rankin 162 muirfoot road Rigside Ml119ne PUBLIC Public access Miss Leah OConnor 229 New Edinburgh Road Thorniewood Ward, North Lanarkshire G71 6LH ORG Public access Miss leanne taylor Loanhead Farm West Calder West Calder EH55 8LN ORG Public access Miss Lesley Bingham 6 st kentigerns rd Lanark Ml117as PUBLIC Public access Miss Liliia Konyk 5 Waverley Crescent Lanark ML11 7EF PUBLIC Public access Miss Lisa Kerr 47 Raeburn Crescent Hamilton ML3 9QD ORG Public access Miss Lisa McCranor 32A Main Street Symington Biggar ML126LJ PUBLIC Public access Miss Lori Mac 112 lochside road Dumfries Dg20lu PUBLIC Public access Miss Louise Mclaren 154 Muirfoot Road Lanark ML11 9NE PUBLIC Public access Miss Lucy Hunter 80 wellgate Lanark Ml119dt PUBLIC Public access Miss Lynn McConnell 10 Smyllum House Lanark ML11 7ER PUBLIC Public access Miss Lynn Robison 3 Renwick Place Lanark ML11 7EB PUBLIC Public access Miss Manda Macpherson 20 erskine view Old Kilpatrick G60 5jf PETI Public access UNIREPLIVE 113
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Miss Mari Davies 47 Kenilworth Road Lanark ML11 7BN PUBLIC Public access Miss Marianne Campbell 40 priory ave Lesmahagow Ml110ad PUBLIC Public access Miss Marion Summers 83 Kildare Dr Lanark ML11 7AQ PUBLIC Public access Miss Mhairi Gowans Eastsidewood Farm Auchengray. Carnwath Lanark ML118LW PUBLIC Public access Miss michelle Frowd High street Biggar Ml126DN NEIGH Public access Miss Morgan Weir 17 Smyllum Park Lanark ML117BX PUBLIC Public access Miss Nan Murdoch 1 Drumalbin farm cottage Carmichael Ml126PH PUBLIC Public access Miss Naomi French 18 Allan Avenue Carluke ML85UA PUBLIC Public access Miss Natalie Hopwood Cairnhill 54 Station Road Thankerton, Biggar ML12 6NZ ORG Public access Miss Natalie Johnstone 81 Elderslea Road Carluke ML8 4LH PUBLIC Public access Miss Natasha armstrong 51 Woodstock road Lanark ML11 7DJ PUBLIC Public access Miss Nicola Mcphee 1 Howe Drive Blackwood South Lanarkshire Ml119gh PUBLIC Public access Miss Patricia Moffat 34 Loaningdale Avenue Biggar ML12 6GT PUBLIC Public access Miss Patricia Moffat 34 Loaningdale Avenue Biggar ML12 6GT PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 114
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Miss Qi Shi 16 wellhead court Lanark ML117DY PUBLIC Public access Miss Rebecca Workman 26 Newtonhead road Rigside ML119NB PUBLIC Public access Miss Rhonagh Zawadzki Middleholm farm Lesmahagow ML11 0HL PUBLIC Public access Miss Ruth Swan 250 Wilton Road Carluke ML8 4LW PUBLIC Public access Miss Sarah Christie 2 Abbey Road Place Stirling FK8 1LN UNK Public access Miss sarah Spiers Summerlee House, Summerlee Road Larkhall ML9 2UH ORG Public access Miss Sharon Rankine Quit Your Way Service NHS Lanarkshire Coathill Hospital Hospital Street Glenalmond Building ML5 4DN ORG Public access Miss Shirley Porter 19 Langvout Gate Biggar ML12 6UF PUBLIC Public access Miss Stacey Imrie 8 Wellwood Ave Lanark ML11 7hr UNK Public access Miss Stephanie Girdwood 38 Broomgate Lanark ML11 7EE PUBLIC Public access Miss Susan Robertson 2/1 2 Tollcross Park Gardens Tollcross Glasgow G32 8TZ ORG Public access Miss Susan Thomson Redroofs St Patrick's Road Lanark ML11 9EH PUBLIC Public access Miss Tanya Trower 17 Bray Road Holsworthy Ex22 6FJ PUBLIC Public access Mr A Lucas Waverley Crescent Lanark ML11 7EF UNK Public access UNIREPLIVE 115
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr A Smith North Vennel Lanark ML11 7PT PUBLIC Public access Mr Alan Kennedy 10 Bidders Gait Lanark ML11 9fg PUBLIC Public access Mr Alan Rae 6 Lindsaylands Road Biggar ML12 6EQ PUBLIC Public access Mr Alan Bannister 28 Dunlop Street Strathaven Strathaven ML10 6LA PUBLIC Public access Mr Alan Hamilton 24 Lockhart Drive Lanark ML11 9HX PUBLIC Public access Mr Alan Newlands 47 Sycamore Gardens Blackwood ML119SX PUBLIC Public access Mr Alan Russell 92 Loch Park Avenue Carluke ML8 5TG PUBLIC Public access Mr Alexander Eliott Lockhart Cleghorn Mains Cleghorn Lanark ML11 7RN PUBLIC Public access Mr Alexander Hutton 9 Fairview Dr Kirkfielbank Lanark ML119JZ PUBLIC Public access Mr Alistair Stewart Westpark 15 Lindsaylands Road Biggar ML12 6EQ PUBLIC Public access Mr Allan Mcgarva 3 Gladsmuir Forth ML118BE ORG Public access Mr Andrew Blacklaw 40 Cormiston Road Biggar ML12 6FF PUBLIC Public access Mr Andrew Howatson 46 Biggar Road Symington Lanarkshire ML12 6FT PUBLIC Public access Mr Andrew Lolic 1/2 45 Craigmillar Road Glasgow G42 9HS PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 116
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr ANDREW RUSSELL 11 Eastwood Drive Lesmahagow Lanark ML11 0AG PUBLIC Public access Mr Angus Knox Viewfield Biggar Road Carnwath ML11 8HJ CC Public access Mr Archie Davies 26 orchardview Kirkfieldbank Ml11 9jy PUBLIC Public access Mr Arry Renton Howgate Road Rowan Cottage Roberton ML126RS ORG Public access Mr Arthur Martin 24 Broomgate Lanark ML119EE PUBLIC Public access Mr Barrielee Jack 3 wilson drive Carluke ML84SF PUBLIC Public access Mr Bill Dewer 6 cherry tree drive Blackwood ML11 9TF PUBLIC Public access Mr Blair Armstrong 37 Stewart st Carluke ML8 5DZ ORG Public access Mr Charles Todd 2 Mill Road Thankerton Biggar ML126NY PUBLIC Public access Mr Chris Burgess 8 Bellefield Crescent Lanark ML11 7QY PUBLIC Public access Mr Chris Roxburgh 7 Biggar ML12 6gq PUBLIC Public access Mr Connor Saunderson LUING 160 AIRDRIE ML6 8EE PUBLIC Public access Mr Craig Curtis 6 St Vincent Place Lanark Laanrk Ml117la PUBLIC Public access Mr Craig Marshalll 4 langvout gate Biggar Ml126uf PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 117
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr David Duff 133 rhyber avenue Lanark Ml11 7hh AMEN Public access Mr David Brown 37 Stewart Street Carluke ML85DZ ORG Public access Mr David Chalmers 43 Main Street Symington ML126LL AMEN Public access Mr David Frame 22 Braefoot crescent Law Carluke ML8 5SH PUBLIC Public access Mr David Graham 18 Dovecot Lanae Lanark ML11 7PX NEIGH Public access Mr David Kennedy 3 Loch View Caldercruix ML6 7PJ ORG Public access Mr David Masters 100 St Leonards Street Lanark ML117DR PUBLIC Public access Mr Denham Macdougall Woodend Lodge Thankerton Biggar ML12 6NH ORG Public access Mr Dennis White 4 vere road Blackwood ML11 9RS PUBLIC Public access Mr Denys Pidhirnyi 25 Braidfute Lanark ML11 7DB PUBLIC Public access Mr Derek McGuinness 70 Waterloo Road Clydesdale North, South Lanarkshire ML11 7QW PUBLIC Public access Mr Derek York Finlay Dr Glasgow G31 2SE ORG Public access Mr Eric Clark 28 Devonburn Road Lesmahagow ML119PX PUBLIC Public access Mr Ethan Running 157 St Leonard Street Lanark ML117DX PUBLIC Public access Mr Ewan Cartwright Saligo Real Estate Ltd 32 Banavie Road Glasgow G11 5AN PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 118
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr Ewan McPherson 45 Kilmany Drive Flat 1/2 Shettleston Glasgow G32 7DH AMEN Public access Mr Frank Roy CBE 354 Main Street Wishaw ML2 7NG ORG Public access Mr Fraser Campbell 18 Main St Carnwath ML11 8jz PUBLIC Public access Mr Fraser Thomson Mill place Thankerton ML12 6UG PUBLIC Public access Mr Gary McGuigan 21 Templegill Crescent Wishaw ML2 7FA PUBLIC Public access Mr Gary McMillan 36 Bankhead Terrace Lanark ML11 9BW PUBLIC Public access Mr Gary Murray 2 Blackwood Murray Lane Biggar ML12 6ZE PUBLIC Public access Mr Gary Murray 2 Blackwood Murray Lane Biggar ML12 6ZE PUBLIC Public access Mr Gavin Baillie Crumhaugh Farm Stonehouse ML9 3PB PUBLIC Public access Mr George Buckley 22 vere road Blackwood ML11 9RS PUBLIC Public access Mr George Laing 1 McNeil Place Overtown ML2 0HH PUBLIC Public access Mr George Weightman 3 Kingshill View Law Law Near Carluke ML85LA PUBLIC Public access Mr George Weightman 3 kingshill view Law Ml85la PUBLIC Public access Mr Gordon Knott 27 Glebe Court Glebe Drive Lanark ML11 7JY ORG Public access UNIREPLIVE 119
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr Gordon Murray 104 Portugal Street Laurieston GLASGOW G5 9AL PETI Public access Mr Graham Stewart 17 Greenferns Blackwood Lanark ML119XT PUBLIC Public access Mr Grant McAra South Lodge Lesmahagow ML110JP PUBLIC Public access Mr Grant Sutherland Flat 1/2 40 High Street Biggar ML126BJ PUBLIC Public access Mr Greig Hawke 2/1 31 Garthland Drive Glasgow G31 2RE PUBLIC Public access Mr Harry Thundow 69 Somerville Drive Carnwath Lanark ML11 8JW PUBLIC Public access Mr Hugh Clarkson 28 Main Street Longridge Bathgate EH47 8AD PUBLIC Public access Mr Hugh Miller St Nicholas Road Lanark ML11 7HN PUBLIC Public access Mr Ian Leith c/o Scottish Civic Trust Miller Street Glasgow G1 1DT ORG Public access Mr Ian Murray 2 Mid Road Biggar ML126AW PUBLIC Public access Mr Ian Paterson 28 Cherry Tree Drive Blackwood ML119TF PUBLIC Public access Mr J Millar North Vennel Lanark ML11 7PA PUBLIC Public access Mr Jack Dupre 6 Lindsaylands Road Biggar ML12 6EQ PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 120
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr James Baxter 7 grange terrace Pettinain ML11 8SN PUBLIC Public access Mr James Cuthbertson Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Mr James Dearie 25 main Street Braehead Ml118ez PUBLIC Public access Mr James Forrest Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Mr James Miller Braedale Road Lanark ML11 7AN PUBLIC Public access Mr James Noble 99 Castlegate Lanark ML11 9EF PUBLIC Public access Mr James Peat 27 Carnwath Road Kilncadzow Carluke ML8 4QW ORG Public access Mr Jax Frowd Gibsons Biggar Ml126dn PUBLIC Public access Mr Jeffrey Cunningham 15 Newtonhead Road Rigside ML119NF PUBLIC Public access Mr Jeremy Sumpster 113a High Street Biggar ML12 6DL PUBLIC Public access Mr Jim Miller 13 Kintyre Wynd Catluke ML8 5RW PUBLIC Public access Mr Joe Diplacito 2 Rowan View Lanark ML11 9FQ PUBLIC Public access Mr John Bryce 22 Castleknowe Gardens Carluke ML8 5UX ORG Public access Mr John Hamilton 2 moss side drive Biggar Ml126gd PUBLIC Public access Mr John McCafferty 1/3 39 West End Park St Glasgow G3 6LJ PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 121
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr John Cassidy 9 Stuart Avenue, Burnside Rutherglen G734JL ORG Public access Mr John Currie 7 Viewpark road Biggar ML12 6BG PUBLIC Public access Mr John Howatson Howatson 6 Kirk Place Symington Biggar ML12 6LA PUBLIC Public access Mr John McKinley 28 Kirkton Avenue Carluke ML8 5AB PUBLIC Public access Mr John McKinley 28 Kirkton Avenue Carluke ML8 5AB PUBLIC Public access Mr John Morris 45 Briar Bank Lesmahagow Lanark ML110AT PUBLIC Public access Mr John Riley 11, Broughton Rd Biggar ML12 6AN PUBLIC Public access Mr John Riley 11, Broughton Rd Biggar ML12 6AN PUBLIC Public access Mr John Watson 7 Braeside Crescent Kirkmuirhill Lanark ML11 9SG AMEN Public access Mr Jordan Fraser 13 Jerviswood Road Lanark ML117PB PUBLIC Public access Mr Jordan Taylor 10 We stray way Newmains Ml29JD PUBLIC Public access Mr Jude Hanratty High street Biggar Ml126DN PUBLIC Public access Mr Lawrence Day 6 Rashiehill Forth Ml118bd PUBLIC Public access Mr Lawrence Sutton 1 Elphinstone Crescent Biggar ML12 6GU PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 122
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr Lyle Cavin 9 Lockhart Drive Lanark ML11 9HX PUBLIC Public access Mr Mark Hamilton 6 Wellburn Lane Lesmahagow ML110FP PUBLIC Public access Mr Mark Hamilton 6 wellburn lane lesmahagow ml110fp PUBLIC Public access Mr Mark Kay 22 Kennoway Crescent Ferniegair Hamilton ML37WQ ORG Public access Mr Mark Slorance GBT Shott Healthy Living Centre, Kirk Road, Shotts Shotts ML7 5ET ORG Public access Mr Martin Webb NHS Lanarkshire - Law House Airdrie Road Carluke ML8 5EP ORG Public access Mr Martyn Odonnell 21 Albany Drive Lanark ML11 9AG PUBLIC Public access Mr Matthew Wood 17 Braeside Road north Gorebridge Eh234dw PUBLIC Public access Mr Michael Booth 17 Moss Side Crescent Biggar ML126GE AMEN Public access Mr Michael Keenan 38 Bertram Avenue Carnwath Lanark ML11 8TB PUBLIC Public access Mr Michael Keenan 38 Bertram Avenue Lanark ML11 8TB PUBLIC Public access Mr Mick Scordis 101 Bankhead Terrace Lanark ML119BT PUBLIC Public access Mr MILES FULLER 40 Caneluk Avenue Carluke ML8 4LZ PUBLIC Public access Mr Neil Girdwood 1 Oldham Close Lanark ML11 9YS PUBLIC Public access Mr Newton Smith 11 annan grove Motherwell ML1 2BS PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 123
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr NI Lucas Waverley Crescent Lanark ML11 7EF UNK Public access Mr Niall McShannon 23 Bonnington Avenue Lanark ML119AL ORG Public access Mr Nigel Pacey 1 Blawhill Way Biggar ML12 6DF PUBLIC Public access Mr Paul Duncan Clydesmill Community Fire Station Cambuslang G72 1AA ORG Public access Mr Paul Morris 1 Ledvinka Crescent Hamilton ML30NY ORG Public access Mr Paul Stewart Hallcraig street Airdrie Pan Lanarkshire ML6 6AW ORG Public access Mr Paul Taylor 1 Hagshaw View Douglas Ml11 0Nt PUBLIC Public access Mr Peter Campbell 16 Roanshead Crescent Dalkeith EH22 4NZ PUBLIC Public access Mr Peter Gilchrist 35 Braemar Crescent Carluke ML117DR PUBLIC Public access Mr Richard Orr 12 SCOULAR HA PLACE Carluke ML8 5WE PUBLIC Public access Mr Richard Senior Glenrona, New Row, Wanlockhead New Row Biggar ML12 6UJ PUBLIC Public access Mr Richard White 2 Wheatlandside Lanark ML117PQ PUBLIC Public access Mr Robert Mccaskie 18 mill rd Thankerton Biggar Ml126ny PUBLIC Public access Mr Robert Mccaskie 18 mill rd Thankerton Biggar Ml126ny PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 124
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr Robert Arnott 20 Greenside Lane Lanark ML11 7PY NEIGH Public access Mr Robert Barrowman 6 Cameronian Drive Carluke ML84RA PUBLIC Public access Mr Robert Hutton 9 Fairview Dr Kirkfieldbank Lanark ML119JZ PUBLIC Public access Mr Robert Martin 12 Lake Avenue Lanark ML11 9BQ AMEN Public access Mr Robert Watson No 1 Hazelbank Braes Hazelbank Lanark Ml119xl PUBLIC Public access Mr Ronald Peacock Daermead Crossford ML8 5RA PUBLIC Public access Mr Ross Odger 12 Gillbank avenue Carluke ML8 5UW PUBLIC Public access Mr Ross Stewart Flat 3a woodside close Woodside close Lesmahagow ML11 0BT PUBLIC Public access Mr Rowland Gibb 21 Mid Road Biggar ML12 6AW PUBLIC Public access Mr Ryan Benson 19,Gavel Grove Lanark Ml119FE PUBLIC Public access Mr Scott Glover 51 Braedale Road Lanark ML11 7AN PUBLIC Public access Mr scott leishman 15 Edinburgh road Biggar Ml126ax PUBLIC Public access Mr Sean Black 54 Howgate Road BIGGAR ML12 6RS PUBLIC Public access Mr Stephen Boyle 202/101 st kilda road St Kilda 3182 PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 125
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr stephen odger 12 Gillbank Ave Carluke ML8 5UW PUBLIC Public access Mr Stephen Shaw 4 Bankhouse Road Lesmahagow ML11 0ES ORG Public access Mr Stephen Shaw 4 Bankhouse Road Lesmahagow ML11 0ES ORG Public access Mr Steven Youngson 13 St Vincent Place Lanark ML11 7LA ORG Public access Mr Stuart Clingan Lesmahagow Lanark ML11 0EA PUBLIC Public access Mr Stuart Smith Yett Farm Libberton Carnwath ML11 8LX PUBLIC Public access Mr Tom Arlott 122 Vere Road Kirkmuirhill Lanark ML11 9QF ORG Public access Mr tom mitchell 13 Hillview Street Symington ML12 6LE CC Public access Mr Volodymyr Konyk 5 Waverley Crescent Lanark ML11 7EF PUBLIC Public access Mr William McCallum 11 Jerviswood Road Lanark ML11 7PB PUBLIC Public access Mr William (Bill) Watson 1A Bencroft Avenue Biggar ML126EU PUBLIC Public access Mr William Anderson 45 The Crest Lesmahagow ML110DP PUBLIC Public access Mr William Angus 1 Westbank Terrace Ravenstruther, Lanark ML11 7SE PUBLIC Public access Mr William Elder 32 ashburn road Milngavie G62 7ph ORG Public access Mr William Watson The Mechanics Workshop Yieldshields Road New Lanark ML119DB PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 126
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mr Wullie Stewart 99 smyllum road lanark ml11 7dd PUBLIC Public access Mr Yurii Pidhirnyi 25 Braidfute Lanark ML11 7DB PUBLIC Public access Mrs Adrienne Grehan 21 Braxfield Road Lanark ML11 9AH UNK Public access Mrs Adrienne Grehan 21 Braxfield Road Lanark ML11 9AH UNK Public access Mrs Aileen Currie Bogside Farm Gair Road Carluke ML85HN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Aileen Hogg 18 Boghall Road Carluke ML8 5PF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Alexis Kerr 15 Broompark Drive Lesmahagow ML110DH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Alison Merchant 35 muirfoot Road Rigside Ml11 9lx PUBLIC Public access Mrs Alison Watson 54 kirkfield Road Kirkfielbank ML119JL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Alison Watson 54 kirkfield Road Kirkfielbank ML119JL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Alison Gilmour 19 Priory Lane Lesmahagow ML11 0BX ORG Public access Mrs Alison Herbert 16 Milner Road Glasgow G13 1QL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Amanda Taylor 6 Brownhill Avenue Douglas Lanark ML110PF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Amanda Smith 5 Hillview Glespin Lanark ML110SE PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 127
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Amanda Taylor 6 Brownhill Avenue Douglas Ml110PF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Amanda Vanstone 31 St.Andrews Close Holsworthy EX22 7PL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Angela Russell 21 holding Stonebyres Lanark Ml11 9uw PUBLIC Public access Mrs Angela Ward 74 HIGH STREET Biggar ML12 6BJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Ann Morrison 19 Murdostoun terrace Cleland Ml15pa PUBLIC Public access Mrs Anna Campbell 16 Thorpe Rig Biggar ML12 6ZX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Anne Honnet 5 Braedale Road Lanark ML11 7AW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Anne Connor Old Toll Kirkurd West Linton EH46 7AH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Anne Godfrey 3 Dene Park Biggar ML126DD PUBLIC Public access Mrs Anne Pate 26 Dale Street Douglas Lanark ML11 0RG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Anne Reid 6 Hillview Crescent Glespin Lanark ML110SE PUBLIC Public access Mrs Anne Robertson 100 Murray Terrace Carnwath ML11 8HX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Annee McBride 3 Cransley Gardens Douglas Lanark ML11 0SL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Annette Hall 1 South Draffan Farm Lesmahagow ML11 9PW PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 128
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Ashley Strang 121 Maxhanhill Larkhall ML9 2JZ UNK Public access Mrs Audrey Hoey 7 Bells Wynd Lanark ML11 7JF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Audrey Timoney South Lodge Birkwood Lesmahagow Ml110JP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Aylene Hamilton 2 Moss Side Drive Biggar ML12 6GD PUBLIC Public access Mrs Barbara Hepburn COWGATE COTTAGE NEWTOWN Wigton CA7 4LG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Betty Miller 13 Kintyre Wynd Carluke ML8 5RW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Beverley Irwin 54 Samson Crescent Carluke ML8 4RP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Bonnie Muir 2 Colonels Entry Douglas ML110RY PUBLIC Public access Mrs Bria Boyd 2 Clydesdale close Biggar ML12 6GH PUBLIC Public access Mrs C Martin 14 Waterloo Road Lanark ML11 7QH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Carol Davison 59 Kingsbridge drive Glasgow G44 4JR PUBLIC Public access Mrs Caroline Craigie 147 Overton Crescent East Calder EH53 0RJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Caroline Scott Spango View Crawick Sanquhar DG4 6HB PUBLIC Public access Mrs Catherine Souter 27 West Ave Carluke ML85AE PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 129
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Catherine Tweedie 4 Pathhead Douglas ML11 0QJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Catriona Malone The Smithy Dunsyre Road Newbigging Ml118na PUBLIC Public access Mrs Charlotte Marshall 41 Dryburgh road Wishaw ML2 7JA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Cheryl Brownlie 9 Bellefield Way Lanark ML117NW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Christine Baillie Crumhaugh Farm Sandford Road Stonehouse ML9 3PB PUBLIC Public access Mrs Christine Campbell 6 Baron Todd Road Strathaven South Lanarkshire ML10 6GQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Claire Hamilton 6 wellburn lane Lesmahagow Ml110fp PUBLIC Public access Mrs Claire Hamilton 6 wellburn lane lesmahagow ml110fp PUBLIC Public access Mrs Claire Knox 21 Northcrofts Road ML126EL Biggar ML126EL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Claire Macdonald Whiteshawgate farm Strathaven Ml10 6sy PUBLIC Public access Mrs Claire Thomson Townend 118a Main Street Biggar ML12 6LJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Clare McCool 4, Lilac Grove Wishaw ML2 0PX ORG Public access Mrs Clare Odger 12 Gillbank Ave Carluke ML8 5UW PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 130
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Clare Odger 12 Gillbank Avenue Carluke ML85UW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Corrine Kennedy 5 Corunna Court, Carluke, South Lanarkshire. ML8 4RF Carluke ML8 4RF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Cristina Logan Cleghorn Avenue Lanark ml11 7az PUBLIC Public access Mrs Danielle Glachan 48 langcraigs drive Glenburn Paisley Pa28jp PUBLIC Public access Mrs Davina Howatson 6 Kirk Place Symington Biggar ML12 6LA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Davina Howatson 6 Kirk Place Biggar ML12 6LA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Debbie Hutton 9 Fairview Dr Lanark ML11 9JZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Deirdre Walker 8 Baltersan Gardens Quarter Hamilton ML3 7QW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Denise Kennedy 16 Woodside Lane Clydesdale North, South Lanarkshire ML11 9FH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Diana Blythe Winning 17 Lockhart ave Lanark Ml119zq PUBLIC Public access Mrs Dianne Finlay 3 Hillview road Kirkfieldbank Lanark ML11 9JX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Donna Wallace 38 Lawhill Road Law ML85JQ ORG Public access Mrs Ehilidh Clarkson 28 Main Street Longridge Bathgate EH47 8AD PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 131
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Elaine Queen 26 Galston Court Hamilton ML3 7YH PUBLIC Public access Mrs elaine morrison carstairs junction primary coronation street carstairs junction Lanrk ml118qy ORG Public access Mrs Eleanor Ashe 17 Smyllum park Lanark Ml117bx PUBLIC Public access Mrs Elena Dubrovina 11 Jerviswood Road Lanark ML11 7PB PUBLIC Public access Mrs Elizabeth Allison Overquarter Farm Yieldshields Carluke ML8 4QD PUBLIC Public access Mrs Elizabeth Cuthbertson Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Elizabeth Gilchrist Crimp Cramp Biggar ML12 6UD PUBLIC Public access Mrs Elizabeth McCartney 16 Braxfield Road Lanark Ml119AH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Emma Cairney level 2 houldsworth Centre Public dental service Wishaw ML27LP ORG Public access Mrs Esther Stewart 64 kirkfeildbank Road Sandilands Lanark Ml119ts PUBLIC Public access Mrs Farhana Ahmed Zoarder 115 Carlisle Road Crawford, Biggar ML12 6TP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Fiona Carmichael 17a New Road Lesmahagow Lanark ML11 0EX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Fiona Dryburgh Machan Trust 2 Marshall Street Larkhall ML9 2HD ORG Public access UNIREPLIVE 132
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Fiona Frame 22 Braefoot crescent Law Carluke ML8 5SH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Fiona McCallum 7 Green Street Stonehouse ML93LW ORG Public access Mrs Fiona White 2 Wheatlandside Lanark ML11 7PQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Flora Neville 5 Southcroft Way Biggar ML12 6ET PUBLIC Public access Mrs Frances Tatton Sornholm 66 Ayr Rd Douglas ML11 0SA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Frances Wallace 16 Mountstuart Ave Rigside Lanark ML11 9NR ORG Public access Mrs Frances Wallace 16 Mountstuart Ave Rigside Lanark ML11 9NR ORG Public access Mrs Francesca Bell Kirkcroft Skirling Ml126hd PUBLIC Public access Mrs Gayle Finlay 2 Whites Neuk Lanark ML11 7EE PUBLIC Public access Mrs Gemma Campbell 14 glenshee lane Carluke Ml84rx PUBLIC Public access Mrs Gillian Stewart 99 smyllum road lanark ml11 7dd PUBLIC Public access Mrs Gillian Duffy 51 Woodstock Road Lanark ML11 7DJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Gillian Dunn 4 Manse Drive Biggar ML12 6BD PUBLIC Public access Mrs Hayley Somers North Back Road Biggar ML12 6EJ PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 133
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Hazel Fleming 72 Glenshee Gardens Carluke ML8 4RR PUBLIC Public access Mrs Hazel Morris 45 Briar Bank Lesmahagow ML11 0AT PUBLIC Public access Mrs Helen Bell Sandyknowe 16 Grange Road, Pettinain Lanark ML118SP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Helen Curtis 36/2 Bannatyne Street Lanark ML11 7JR PUBLIC Public access Mrs Helen Thomson 14 well road Hyndford Road Lanark ML11 9BN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Hilda McPherson Douglas Universal Connections Ayr, Road Douglas ML11 0QA ORG Public access Mrs ilisa stack 1-3 Station Road Blantyre G72 9AA ORG Public access Mrs Irene Lister Irene 8 Bells Wynd Lanark ML11 7JF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Irene Miller West End 4 Main Street Carnwath Lanark ML11 8JZ ORG Public access Mrs Isabella Mcdonald 39 Manse road Forth Lanark ML11 8AJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Isabelle Hogg 18 Kildare Place Lanark ML117BA PUBLIC Public access Mrs J Miller 65 North Back Road, Biggar ML12 6EJ Biggar ML12 6EJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jackie Maley 34 Keir Street Stirling FK9 4QJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jaime Sutton 1 Elphinstone Crescent Biggar ML12 6GU PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 134
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Jan Currie 7 Viewpark Rd Biggar ML12 6BG ORG Public access Mrs Jan Paterson 104 St Nicholas Road Lanark ML11 7HN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jan Wilson 10 Woodburn Gait Lanark ML11 9FP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jane Paton 15 Dalziel Place Airdrie Central, North Lanarkshire ML6 9GD ORG Public access Mrs Jane Caffrey 68 Loch Assynt East Kilbride Glasgow G74 2DW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jane Kirk 9 Blue Tower Douglas Lanark South Lanarkshire UNK Public access Mrs Jane Masters 100 St Leonard Street Lanark ML117RX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Janet Frame 40 Charles Crescent Carluke ML8 4NG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Janette Forrest Livermead Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Janice Hay 16 Armadale Road Lanark ML11 7BG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Janis Terris Glenview Millrig Road, Wiston Biggar ML126HT PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jean McLuckie Farmhouse, Westertown Farm Lanark Ml118pa PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jeanne Hogg 21 primrose Avenue Larkhall Ml9 1JX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jennifer Malcolm 12 The Beeches Blackwood Lanark ML11 9YR PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 135
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Jill Webb 28 Parsons Close Holsworthy EX22 6BJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Jo Mcguigan 100 vere road Kirkmuirhill ML11 9QF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Joanna Mirea 15 Homlwood Park Crossford Carluke ML8 5SZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Joyce Davidson 11 Lanark Road Braidwood ML8 4PW PUBLIC Public access Mrs jude irwin 1 alloway gardens hamilton ml39xz PUBLIC Public access Mrs Judith Clarke 117 New Trows Road Lesmahagow ML110ER PUBLIC Public access Mrs Julie Cox 92 St Leonard strert Lanark ML117BJ AMEN Public access Mrs Julie Weir 19,Gavel Grove Lanark Ml12 9FE UNK Public access Mrs Julie Young 5 Cleghorn Road Lanark ML11 7QT NEIGH Public access Mrs June Findlater 5 Hyndford Road Lanark ML11 9AE PUBLIC Public access Mrs June Peacock Daermead Lanark Road Crossford ML8 5RA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Karen Forrest Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Karen MacDonald 6 Gallowhill Farm Cottages Strathaven ML10 6BZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs KAREN MAYO 12 MILTON PARK SQUARE LESMAHAGOW LANARK ML110DR PETI Public access UNIREPLIVE 136
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs KAREN MAYO 12 MILTON PARK SQUARE LESMAHAGOW LANARK ML110DR PETI Public access Mrs Karen McGuigan 45 Nethercliffe Avenue Netherlee G44 3uh PUBLIC Public access Mrs Karen Pilpel 8 Station Road Biggar ML12 6BW PUBLIC Public access Mrs KAREN SHIELDS 10 Goremire Road Carluke ML8 4PQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Karen Tracey 1 Thomas Rogerson Mews Morpeth NE65 7XE PUBLIC Public access Mrs Karen Walkinshaw 91 Rhyber Avenue Lanark ML117AR PUBLIC Public access Mrs Karin Murray 2 Blackwood Murray Lane Biggar ML12 6ZE PUBLIC Public access Mrs Kate Scott 5 Castle Yett Biggar ML12 6QQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Kate Williamson 18 Holm Street CARLUKE Carluke Ml8 5BS PUBLIC Public access Mrs Kathleen Thomson 132 Murray Terrace Carnwath Lanark ML11 8HX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Kathleen Hogg 11 Newmains Home Farm Douglas ML110RH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Kathryn Orr 12 Scoular Ha Place Carluke ML8 5WE PUBLIC Public access Mrs Katrina Buckley 4 Southfield Closr Blackwood Lanark ML11 9YZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Kayleigh Graham 11 Russell Road Lanark ML117hl PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 137
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Kayley Girvan 4 ST. MARY'S COURT LANARK ML11 7EN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Kimberley Shiels 55 Rhyber Avenue Lanark ML11 7AR PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura Anne McMahon 6 Bellefield Way Lanark ML11 7NW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura Dearie 9 Milton street Carluke Ml39JW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura Hoey 6 Eastend Terrace Carstairs Village LANARK ML11 8PY PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura McEwan 26 Witches Linn Ardrossan KA22 8NP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura McSeveney Almada Street Hamilton Hamilton ML3 0EW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura Shirley Flat C 11 High Street Biggar ML12 6DA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura Watson 1 Bencroft Avenue Biggar ML12 6EU PUBLIC Public access Mrs Laura Webb 13 Kingshill view Law Ml8 5la PUBLIC Public access Mrs Leanne Davidson 17 Weavers Walk Lanark Ml11 9aw PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lesa Weir 32 Broompark Drive Lesmahagow ML11 0DH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lesley MacIntyre Unit 200 Centrewest East Kilbride G74 1LL ORG Public access Mrs Lila McCranor 27 Garforth Road Glasgow G69 7LB PETI Public access UNIREPLIVE 138
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Linda Anderson Eastshield Cottage Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Linda Smith 2 St Vincent Place Lanark ML11 7LA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Linda Turnbull 5 Glengowan Millheugh Brae Larkhall ML9 1AS PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lisa Bell 3 Forrest road Lanark Ml117ay PUBLIC Public access Mrs Liz Steele Drakelaw Abington Biggar ML12 6SQ ORG Public access Mrs Loraine Swan Kildare Farm. St Leonard's Street Lanark ML117BJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Loraine Swan 103 St Leonard Street 103 St. Leonard Street Lanark ML11 7BJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lorna Davidson 12 Eastfield Road Carluke Ml84pa PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lorna Diplacito 2 Rowan View Lanark ML11 9FQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lorna Gooch 70 Knocklea Biggar ML12 6EG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lorna Henderson 194 Devonside Road Carmichael By Biggar ML12 6 PQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lorna Kemp 2 Whitelees Drive Lanark ML11 7SX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lorna Macpherson 18 Carwood Road Biggar ML12 6EN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lorna Young 87 Brownhill Avenue Douglas, Lanark ML110PE PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 139
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Lorraine Cousar Followsters Newmill Keith AB556UY PUBLIC Public access Mrs Louise I A Stewart & Watson 1 Hazelbank Braes Hazelbank hazelbank ML11 9XL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Louise James 3 Woodend Road Carluke ML8 4EF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lynn Cochrane Bleakfield Cottage Lamington Biggar ML12 6HR ORG Public access Mrs Lynn McKinley 28 Kirkton Avenue Carluke ML84 PT PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lynne Lndsay 40 Rosemount Crescent Carstairs Village Ml118qw PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lynne MacKenzie 7 Daltonhill Hamilton ML39DQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Lynsey Clark 14 Avenel crescent Strathaven ML10 6JF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margaret Frame Little Galla Wiston Biggar ML12 6HU PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margaret Young 4 School Road Symington ML126 LT PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margaret Blacklaw 40 Cormiston Road Biggar ML12 6FF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margaret Halbert 1/3 Station Road Blantyre Hamilton G72 9AA ORG Public access Mrs Margaret Masters 36 Hospitland dr Lanark Ml117ej PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 140
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Margaret McInnes 45 Lawrie St Stonehouse Larkhall ML9 3LN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margaret Parton 2 Midtown Road Douglas ML110PB PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margaret Rankin 56 Castlegate Lanark ML11 9EF ORG Public access Mrs Margaret Steele Yates ML11 9DN LANARK ML11 9DN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margaret Wilson 29 Bonnington Avenue Lanark ML11 9AL PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margo Kerr 5 View Park Road Biggar ML12 6BG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Margo Moooney South Lanarkshire Council G73 2HF 169 Main Street Rutherglen Rutherglen G73 2HF ORG Public access Mrs marie Tracey 169 Main St Glasgow Rutherglen ORG Public access Mrs Marie McIntyre 1 Staikhill Lanark ML11 7PW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Marilyn McLaughlin 8 Moss-side Avenue Carluke ML8 5 UG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Marilyn McLaughlin 8 Moss-side Avenue Carluke ML8 5UG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Mary Ann Patrick 45 Rhyber Avenue Lanark ML117AR PUBLIC Public access Mrs Mary Wilson Cormiston Road 42 Biggar ML12 6FF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Maureen Booth 17 Moss Side Crescent Biggar ML126GE PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 141
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Maureen Millerson 30 Bickerton Wynd Blackwood ML11 9GT PUBLIC Public access Mrs Mhairi Martin 24 Broomgate Lanark ML119EE PUBLIC Public access Mrs Mhairi McMillan Rowanbrae Blackhill Road Forth Ml11 8et PUBLIC Public access Mrs michelle Hanratty Gibsons clise Biggar Ml126dn PUBLIC Public access Mrs Mo Paterson 98 Glencoe Road Carluke ML8 4HZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Moira Taylor 72 Main Street Symington ML126LJ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Morag Pinion Unit 1A, Cltdeview Shopping Centre BLANTYRE G72 0QD ORG Public access Mrs Mrs Iona Goldie 13 Broughton Road Biggar ML12 6AN PUBLIC Public access Mrs Nancy Jackson 4 Boghall Ave Biggar Ml12 6jl PUBLIC Public access Mrs Natasha Wood 17 Braeside Road North Gorebridge EH234DW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Nicola Montgomery 8 Rigside Road Douglas Water Lanark ML119LP PUBLIC Public access Mrs Nicola Stewart 27 Holmwood Park Crossford ML8 5SZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Nikki Tooth 19 Byretown Grove Clydesdale North Ward, South Lanarkshire ML11 9NY UNK Public access Mrs Olena Pidhirna 25 Braidfute Lanark ML11 7 DB PUBLIC Public access Mrs Pam Tennant 9 Rowhead Terrace Biggar ML12 6DU PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 142
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Patricia Mavor WATIF Loanhead Farm West Calder EH55 8LN ORG Public access Mrs Patricia Scott 1 Wheatland Drive Lanark Lanarkshire ML11 7 QG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Patricia Douglas 12 Byretown Gardens Kirkfieldbank Lanark ML11 9NZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Paula Millerson 30 Bickerton Wynd Blackwood ML11 9GT PUBLIC Public access Mrs Pauline Nichol 50 Whiteshaw Avenue Carluke ML8 5TU PUBLIC Public access Mrs Rachel Emery 36 kingdom view Kingdom Park homes Lanark Ml118np PUBLIC Public access Mrs Rachel Thomson 7 Holm Road Crossford Carluke ML8 5RG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Rosslyn Thomson 7 Lodge Park Biggar ML12 6ER PUBLIC Public access Mrs S Lucas Waverley Crescent Lanark ML11 7EF UNK Public access Mrs sam davies 26 orchardview drive Kirkfieldbank Ml11 9jy PUBLIC Public access Mrs sam davies 26 orchardview drive Kirkfieldbank Ml11 9jy PUBLIC Public access Mrs Samantha Steele 113 Strathaven Road Lesmahagow Lanark ML11 0DW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Sandra McCrory Registry House, 55 Victoria Street, Larkhall, ML9 2BL Larkhall ML9 2BL ORG Public access UNIREPLIVE 143
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Sandra McIver-Houston 189 Telford Road East Kilbride G75 0DG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Sandra O'Donnell 12 Lockhart Drive Lanark ML11 9HX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Sarah Hughes 54 Main Street Lanark Ml11 8ez PUBLIC Public access Mrs Sarah Tawse Cultyre Biggar ML12 6JS PUBLIC Public access Mrs Saraid Lawson 3 Threestanes road Strathaven ML10 6DX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Sharon Hope Biggar Youth Project 12 Clydesdale Close Biggar ML12 6GH ORG Public access Mrs Sheena Murdoch 57 The Lairs Blackwood, Lanark ML11 9YW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Sheila Gray 49 Ennerdale Terrace Seacliffe Whitehaven CA28 9PF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Sheila Clelland 11 Lockhart Drive Lanark ML11 9HX PUBLIC Public access Mrs Shirley Murray 9 Silver Bell Way Lanark ML119EU PUBLIC Public access Mrs Shona Bennett 19 Jonquil Way Carluke ML8 5AZ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Shona Dale 30 cormiston road Biggar ML12 6FF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Simone Janse van Rensburg 28 Devonburn Road Lesmahagow Lanark ML119PX ORG Public access Mrs Stephanie McCabe 218 Lanark Road Hazelbank Hazelbank, Lanark ML11 9XN PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 144
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Susan Cornwell 23 Third Avenue Auchinloch Glasgow G66 5EB ORG Public access Mrs Susan Dobbin 3 greenburn Road Fauldhouse Fauldhouse EH479HJ UNK Public access Mrs Susan Evans 7 Seyton Court Glasgow G46 6QA PUBLIC Public access Mrs Susan Lamble The Granary Tinney Farm Holsworthy EX22 6LF PUBLIC Public access Mrs Uzezi Imara 36 Rose street Lemahagow ML11 0HT PUBLIC Public access Mrs Valda Watson 7 Braeside Crescent Kirkmuirhill ML11 9SG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Valerie Barr 4 Bonnington Avenue Lanark ML11 9AL ORG Public access Mrs Vicki Kennedy 63 Broompark Drive Lesmahagow Lanark ML110DH PUBLIC Public access Mrs Vicki Waugh Skills Development Scotland 7-9 Wellgate Lanark ML11 9DS ORG Public access Mrs Vicky Grove 38 Greenside Lane Lanark ML11 7PY PUBLIC Public access Mrs Victoria Ram 49 Holm Road Crossford ML8 5RG PUBLIC Public access Mrs Wendy Forber East Quatquoy Finstown KW17 2ET PUBLIC Public access Mrs WENDY GILLON 33 Fleurs Park STIRLING FK9 5GR PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 145
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Mrs Wendy Johnstone 4 The Loaning Crawfordjohn Near Biggar ML126SW PUBLIC Public access Mrs Wilma Weir Kersewell, Foulford New Trows Road Lesmahagow ML11 0JS PUBLIC Public access Mrs Yvonne Cannon 1 Wellington Terrace Lanark ML11 7QQ PUBLIC Public access Mrs Yvonne Goldie 54 Longdales Forth ML11 8EF PUBLIC Public access Ms Allison Coulter 93 Bankhead Terrace Lanark ML11 9BT PUBLIC Public access Ms Amanda Taylor 6 Brownhill Avenue Douglas Lanark Ml110PE PUBLIC Public access Ms Beverley Dunbar 14 kildare road Lanark ML11 7AE NEIGH Public access Ms Carol Sanderson c/o Regent House High Patrick Street Hamilton ML3 7JA ORG Public access Ms Catriona Ross 42/2 Bannatyne Street Lanark ML11 7JR PUBLIC Public access Ms Christine Finnigan Northfield Cottage Crossford ML8 5QH PUBLIC Public access Ms Christine McKenzie 48 The Lairs Blackwood LANARK ML11 9YW PUBLIC Public access Ms Eileen Moore 2 South Back Road Biggar ML12 6AL PUBLIC Public access Ms Evelyn McCabe 50 High Street Lanark ML11 7EX PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 146
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Ms Frances McIlwaine Meadowbank 10 Main Street Leadhills ML12 6XR ORG Public access Ms Giovanna MacKenna The Beacons Station Road Blantyre ML10 6ND ORG Public access Ms IR Lucas Waverley Crescent Lanark ML11 7EF UNK Public access Ms J M Miller Main Street Lanark ML11 8AA PUBLIC Public access Ms Jan Beattie 138 Fergus Drive 1/2 Glasgow G20 6AT PUBLIC Public access Ms Joanna Reid Hawksland farm Lesmahagow Lanark ML11 9PY PUBLIC Public access Ms Johann Duffy 5 Apollo Crescent Bellshill ML4 1BG PUBLIC Public access Ms Julie Fox 9 Stewartville St Glasgow G14 0PH ORG Public access Ms Karen Dobbins 18 Dovecot Lane Lanark Lanarkshire ML11 7PX NEIGH Public access Ms Karen McCann 15 Nursery Ave Douglas Lanark ML11 0QD PUBLIC Public access Ms Krystyna Korsak 35 Melvinhall Road Lanark ML11 7AU PUBLIC Public access Ms Krystyna Korsak 35 Melvinhall Road Lanark ML117AU PUBLIC Public access Ms Lesley McCranor 32a Main Street Biggar ML12 6LJ PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 147
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Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Ms Lorna Gilchrist 5 Stuart Drive Lanark Ml11 7HE PUBLIC Public access Ms Margaret J White Wheatland Drive Lanark ML11 7QG PUBLIC Public access Ms Michelle Rae 37 Whirlow Road Garrowhill Glasgow G696QF PUBLIC Public access Ms Nan McLatchie 71 Ayr Road Glespin Lanark ML110SF PUBLIC Public access Ms Nanette Dempsey 8 Woodburn Gait Lanark ML11 9FP PUBLIC Public access Ms Nicky Aldridge 126 Main Street Symington ML126LJ PUBLIC Public access Ms Nicole Watt 4 Nellfield Court Braidwood ML8 5GZ PUBLIC Public access Ms Ruth McElhinney Hyndford Road, Lanark ML11 9TA, UK Langloch Farm Lanark ML11 9TA PUBLIC Public access Ms Sam Wonnacott 4 Glovers Close Holsworthy EX22 6EU PUBLIC Public access Ms Sarah Lowe Calvados House Blackwood estate Blackwood ML11 0JG PUBLIC Public access Ms Shenagh Wilkinson 80 Main Street Douglas, Lanarkshire ML11 0QG PUBLIC Public access Ms Shona Martin 6 Hardacres LANARK ML11 7QP PUBLIC Public access Ms Steven McCranor karaulvin Main st BIGGAR ML12 6LJ PUBLIC Public access Ms Susan Kean 88 Murray Terrace Carnwath South Lanarkshire ML11 8HY PUBLIC Public access UNIREPLIVE 148
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4 Community and Enterprise Resources Planning and Economic Development Services P14 Representations to an Application Report Application Number :- CAT/24/0017 Type of Representation :- All 03/04/2025 15:31:32 Name Address Contributor Type How Received CAT/24/0017 Support Ms Susan Kelso The Rowans 3 Kirklands Road Lanark ML11 9AJ PUBLIC Public access Ms Vicki Allan 7 Scott Street Room 3.5 Motherwell ML1 1PN ORG Public access Ms Vicky Rankin 122 Gateside Road Douglas Lanark ML110PD PUBLIC Public access Ms wendy mcinally 380 Main ST Blantyre Glasgow G72 9TD ORG Public access N/A Ian McAllan 11 Lindsaylands Road Biggar ML12 6EQ UNK Public access N/A Janie Kirk 9 Blue Tower Douglas Lanark ML110QL PUBLIC Public access Total Comments Received 645 Comments in Support 642 Representations (positive) 2 Comments Opposing 1 149
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Appendix 10 Community Asset Transfer Steering Group Organisation: Healthy Valleys Property: McClymont Care Home, Smiddy Court, Lanark Assessment Panel: Assessment Panel Date: 19 and 25 October 2021 The steering panel met to discuss this application. With the information available they believed that the provision of progressive housing was a key priority of the authority and that the need for same outweighed the potential community benefit offered by Healthy Valleys application. 150
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Appendix 11 Healthy Valleys Lockhart Hospital Whitelees Road Lanark ML11 7RX Our ref: CAT/24/0017 Your ref: If calling ask for: Phone: Date: 20 February 2025 Dear ASSET TRANSFER UNDER THE COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT ACT DECISION NOTICE in respect of application CAT/24/0017 This Decision Notice relates to the asset transfer request made by Healthy Valleys (Company No SC246145) on 5 November 2024 in relation to McClymont House, 1 Smiddy Court, Lanark ML11 7NZ. The request was validated on 15 November 2024 and was assessed by the Community Asset Transfer Panel in accordance with the established process. In terms of the legislation, we must give you notice of our decision whether to agree to or refuse your request, and our reasons for that decision, within 6 months of validation. South Lanarkshire Council has decided to refuse the request. The reasons for this decision are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council’s intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council’s ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan. In considering the proposal, the Council has had to balance consideration of the benefits and investment that could be delivered through the transfer of the property to an organisation such as Healthy Valleys against the benefits of the delivery of new council homes in a central location within the town, At its meeting on 27 November 2024, the council’s Housing & Technical Resources Committee approved the latest Strategic Housing Investment Plan (SHIP) covering the period of 2025- 2030. The SHIP sets out the council’s and its Registered Social Landlord Partners’ proposed development priorities for new affordable homes across South Lanarkshire. Within the plan, a site for twelve new council homes within the Central Lanark area has been included on the site of the former care home with delivery of the new homes anticipated before 2030. It is recognised that Healthy Valleys as an organisation has the ambition, capacity and experience to deliver projects although this would be a larger than previous undertakings, however, for the reasons set out above it is believed that with regards to the proposal for McClymont House the transfer of the asset does not represent Best Value or deliver wider community benefits. Right to Review You have a right to apply to the Council to review this decision. 151
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Appendix 12 To: South Lanarkshire Council Executive Director of Housing & Technical Resources From: Healthy Valleys Chief Officer 18th March 2025 Your Ref: CAT/24/0017 APPLICATION FOR REVIEW TO SOUTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL IN RELATION TO HEALTHY VALLEYS UNDER SECTION 86 (2) OF THE COMMUNITY EMPOWEREMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 2015 Dear This letter serves as notice of application for Review to South Lanarkshire Council by Healthy Valleys regarding the Decision Notice delivered on 20th February 2025, in relation to Healthy Valleys Asset Transfer Request (ATR) for McClymont House, 1 Smiddy Court, Lanark ML11 7NZ. ‘South Lanarkshire Council has decided to refuse the request. The reasons for this decision are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council’s intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council’s ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan’. This request for Review is made according to the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015. Healthy Valleys considers that the reasons given by South Lanarkshire Council for refusal are insufficient and consider the following benefits significantly outweigh the Council’s plans for the facility. We respectfully challenge the decision, given that: • The planned demolition for 12 progressive housing units does not outweigh the immediate and long-term benefits Healthy Valleys would provide to South Lanarkshire’s most vulnerable populations. • Our services directly support the same individuals who would benefit from progressive housing, making our work complementary, not conflicting, with the council’s objectives. 153
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• Healthy Valleys' work aligns closely with the objectives of the Marmot Place initiative, which South Lanarkshire Council is now leading as one of three pilot areas in Scotland. • The current vacant state of McClymont House is a wasted community resource that could be revitalised into a thriving community hub, in alignment with the council’s stated commitment to place-based solutions. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. We address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel—all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Alignment with Marmot Place and South Lanarkshire’s Strategic Goals South Lanarkshire Council’s participation in the Marmot Place initiative signals a strong commitment to reducing health inequalities through place-based approaches. This pilot programme, in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity (IHE), aims to improve life expectancy and quality of life for vulnerable populations. The core principles of a Marmot Place include: 1. Giving every child the best start in life 2. Enabling people to maximise their capabilities 3. Creating fair employment opportunities 4. Ensuring a healthy standard of living for all 5. Creating and developing sustainable places and communities 6. Strengthening the role of local communities in health 7. Tackling discrimination, racism, and their outcomes 8. Pursuing environmental sustainability and health equity together Healthy Valleys’ existing work directly contributes to each of these priorities: Marmot Place Principle Healthy Valleys’ Contribution Best start in life Early years programmes, parenting support, and family wellbeing services. Intensive one to one support for vulnerable pregnant women. Enabling capabilities Skills development, training courses, and volunteering opportunities. Fair employment Social enterprise initiatives, job creation, and community engagement. Healthy standard of living Food security projects, active travel support, and financial wellbeing programmes. Sustainable communities Revitalising McClymont House as a key community hub rather than allowing it to deteriorate or be demolished. Strengthening communities Providing a safe, inclusive space where people can access health services, peer support, and wellbeing activities. 154
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Tackling discrimination, racism, and their outcomes Healthy Valleys works with marginalised and disadvantaged groups, ensuring equal access to health and wellbeing services, and promoting inclusive community engagement. Our programmes actively support people from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that nobody is excluded due to race, disability, or social status. Pursuing environmental sustainability and health equity together Healthy Valleys promotes active travel (walking, cycling, e-bike hire), community food growing, and energy-efficient practices. We have secured funding for solar panels and heat pumps, which would be installed at McClymont House to align with climate sustainability goals. The Marmot Place vision is not just about public sector investment but about empowering community organisations to deliver meaningful change. Healthy Valleys is already doing this work, and McClymont House would provide a permanent base to expand and enhance these efforts. Counter-Argument: The Case Against Demolition & Progressive Housing Development While we recognise the importance of progressive housing, there are significant concerns about the appropriateness of demolishing McClymont House for this purpose: • Vacancy & Underutilisation: McClymont House is currently sitting empty, while Healthy Valleys is actively searching for a permanent base for our essential community services. Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council’s environmental sustainability goals. • Immediate Community Impact: A progressive housing project would take years to materialise, while Healthy Valleys could begin delivering immediate services from McClymont House, benefiting the same demographic that progressive housing aims to support. • Financial & Environmental Cost: Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi- purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. • Healthy Valleys’ Beneficiaries Overlap with Progressive Housing Tenants: Many of the individuals who would qualify for progressive housing are already Healthy Valleys service users—low-income families, people with disabilities, those experiencing social isolation, and individuals with long-term health conditions. Instead of displacing vital support services, McClymont House should be leveraged to complement progressive housing initiatives. The Sustainable Community Hub Model: McClymont House as a Catalyst for Health Equity Healthy Valleys has a robust, community-led plan for McClymont House, ensuring that it becomes a long-term asset to South Lanarkshire. Our vision includes: • A multi-purpose community hub offering mental health services, early years support, training programmes, and social enterprises. • A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub and safe walking routes, in line with South Lanarkshire’s climate and wellbeing strategies. • A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. 155
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• A hub for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. • A cost-effective alternative to demolition, maximising an existing asset while ensuring sustainable use of public funds. We have already secured partial funding and resources to renovate the building and make it fit-for- purpose, further reducing financial burden on the council. Conclusion & Request for Review We urge South Lanarkshire Council to review its decision in light of: • Healthy Valleys’ proven track record in reducing health inequalities, aligning directly with Marmot Place priorities. • The immediate impact our services would have compared to the long lead-time of a new housing project. • The unnecessary financial and environmental cost of demolishing McClymont House when a viable community solution exists. • The potential for collaboration: Healthy Valleys can work in parallel with progressive housing initiatives rather than in opposition to them. By granting Healthy Valleys the Community Asset Transfer, the council would be making an evidence- based, Marmot-aligned decision that prioritises health equity, sustainability, and community empowerment. This review letter demonstrates how Healthy Valleys is the ideal organisation to take forward the Marmot Place vision, and why McClymont House should remain a community asset rather than being lost to demolition. Healthy Valleys wishes to work with South Lanarkshire Council to find acceptable conditions under which to complete the transfer of the property and to work in constructive partnership with the Council in the future to ensure the success of the centre and to benefit the community. Healthy Valleys proposes that the Review is conducted by written submission and an in-person hearing. Yours sincerely, Chief Officer for Healthy Valleys Healthy Valleys is a Company Limited by Guarantee No: 246145 and is a recognised Scottish Charity No: SC034253 Correspondece address | Gear Up, Unit 2A, Block 2, 5 Young Rd, Lanark ML11 7SR Email | Website | www.healthyvalleys.org.uk 156
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 To: South Lanarkshire Council Executive Director of Housing & Technical Resources From: Healthy Valleys Chief Officer 16/04/2025 Your Ref: CAT/24/0017 IN RELATION TO HEALTHY VALLEYS UNDER SECTION 86 (2) OF THE COMMUNITY EMPOWEREMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 2015 (additional information) Dear Healthy Valleys considers that the reasons given by South Lanarkshire Council for refusal are insufficient and Healthy Valleys’ community benefit exceeds the Council’s proposal. Please find detailed below additional information to support the CAT process. • Previous efforts to create a Community & Enterprise Hub cannot be ignored. Healthy Valleys’ Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees, worked tirelessly with Council Officers over the course of 8 years after successfully securing a Scottish Government Regeneration Capital grant for £1.2m to establish a Community & Enterprise Hub plus Shed for the Lanimer’s Committee. • This partnership was established in 2015, the Council was the lead applicant and Healthy Valleys was the named partner. The Council identified numerous sites for development, from Alston’s Yard to the Rotunda. • However, early 2023, planning applications to build the Hub and Shed at Lanark racecourse was submitted and approved. To our astonishment, in June 2023, we were informed that the Council was supporting the build of the Shed only and not the Community & Enterprise Hub. Questions around community impact and best use of resources come to the fore. • Moving on to our CAT application for McClymont House, we are confused by the fact that the Strategic Housing Investment Plan (SHIP) 2024-2029 does not mention McClymont House or indeed Lanark for Progressive Housing yet, another SHIP (amended by 1 year) 2025-2030 refers to Central Lanark for Progressive Housing. No specific location, unlike other mentioned sites in the Clydesdale and other localities. • Furthermore, the edited 2025-30 version was approved at the Housing & Technical Resources Committee on 27th November 2024. • Healthy Valleys’ CAT application was validated on 15th November 2024. This leads to the assumption that the new SHIP was approved after the CAT was validated • Recent research by Glasgow Caledonian University as part of the Community Healthy Assets Project, which is investigating how community – led organisations (CLOs) impact on health and wellbeing. This study has found that rural CLOs and those that hire premises tend to have less positive outcomes compared to those that have their own accessible venues/centres. 157
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Chief Officer for Healthy Valleys Healthy Valleys is a Company Limited by Guarantee No: 246145 and is a recognised Scottish Charity No: SC034253 Correspondece address | Gear Up, Unit 2A, Block 2, 5 Young Rd, Lanark ML11 7SR Email | l Website | www.healthyvalleys.org.uk Statement of Support for Affordable Housing at former McClymont House, Lanark 159
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Appendix 13 Supporting Document To: Community Asset Transfer Appeal Panel From: , Head of Housing Services Date: 24 April 2025 Subject: Statement of Support for Affordable Housing at former McClymont House, Lanark 8. Purpose of Statement The purpose of this document is to:- • Provide additional information to the Community Asset Transfer Panel on the proposals for new affordable homes within the site of the former McClymont House at 1 Smiddy Court, Lanark. 2. Statement of Support 2.1. On 18 March notice was given to South Lanarkshire Council that Healthy Valleys (the applicant) are requesting a review of the decision to refuse the Community Asset Transfer request received by the applicant on 20 February 2025. 2.2. Within the notice of appeal, the council’s proposals for the site to become new affordable housing provided by the council were questioned by the applicant. This included the view that the immediate and long term impacts that a new housing project could provide, were outweighed by the benefits which the applicant’s proposal would bring. 2.3. Housing Services are clear on the requirement for new affordable homes in this area and would reference the following considerations that have been made in reaching that decision: • An assessment of need has been conducted for the local letting area (Kildare) and this has identified that there is sufficient housing demand to progress a medium sized new build housing site. This assessment considers those who are waiting for housing within this and the wider Lanark area on the Common Housing Register. • The land is already in the ownership of the Housing Revenue Account which improves the viability of the development by removing any acquisition costs that could be associated with other prospective sites in that area. • By utilising brownfield sites such as this for new affordable homes, the council aligns with National Planning Framework 4 principles to support the re-use of derelict land, the sustainment of town centres and placemaking principles. • The sites’ location aligns with the Progressive Housing Framework principles that aim to provide specialist housing types within areas that are easily accessible to tenants who may have particular needs. Shops and services are within close proximity to the site that will support the independence of tenants. 2.4. More generally, the case for the housing development is founded upon the clear understanding 160
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 • of the contribution which good quality housing plays in supporting people to thrive and develop, and; • that having a home which meets a person’s needs is a key determinant of their overall health and wellbeing. 2.5. In addition, through the Affordable Housing Supply Programme and the wider work of the service, the council continues to work towards aims and objectives of key statutory duties of the local authority. This includes specific and supporting actions relating to the provision of affordable homes in the: • Local Housing Strategy • Community Plan • Council Plan • Local Child Poverty Action Report • Community Wealth Building Strategy 3. Additional considerations 3.1. On 16 April 2025 a further submission was received by the council from the applicant providing additional information that aimed to support their appeal. Within this, reference was given to the site’s status in the Strategic Housing Investment Programme, namely: ‘we are confused by the fact that the Strategic Housing Investment Plan (SHIP) 2024-2029 does not mention McClymont House or indeed Lanark for Progressive Housing yet, another SHIP (amended by 1 year) 2025-2030 refers to Central Lanark for Progressive Housing. No specific location, unlike other mentioned sites in the Clydesdale and other localities’ 3.2. In response to this, Housing Services would advise: • The South Lanarkshire Progressive Housing Framework was approved by Executive Committee on 8 May 2024. This states that systematic engagement between Housing and Technical Resources and the University Health and Social Care Partnership will take place to inform the identification of prospective sites through the annual Strategic Housing Investment Plan development process. This includes the requirement for any specialist housing types to meet specific need in any given area.. • The decision by the Integration Joint Board to close McClymont House was not confirmed until May 2024 so no consideration was given to this becoming a site for new affordable housing until after this. The Strategic Housing Investment Plan 2024-29 pre-dates this, being approved on 27 November 2023. • The Strategic Housing Investment Plan 2025-30 was therefore the first version to be developed following the decision to close McClymont House and the introduction of the new Progressive Housing Framework. Site 14 within the 2025-30 version include reference to a Progressive Housing Site in the Central Lanark with capacity for 12 units. • The rationale for not naming the exact street is that at the time of the plan’s development, discussions on housing proposals for the site remained in their infancy and it was unclear at that time if the site would have the capacity required to meet identified need for that area. This has since been confirmed. 4. Conclusion 4.1. As part of its Affordable Housing Supply Programme, Housing Services continually review opportunities to deliver new affordable homes for social rent in areas of most need. The opportunity to convert a centrally located vacant site into new homes for specialist need 161
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Appendix 14 Summary of Review Representations A review consultation took place between 18th March 2025 and 9th April 2025. During these 10 working days comments were sought from interested parties on the review which had been submitted, only interested parties who commented on the initial submission were eligible to make comment. A total of 135 comments were received, all of which were in support of the applicant’s submission. 60 of these submissions were from applicants who had not commented on the application in the first instance and are accordingly not eligible to comment at this stage, this leaves a total of 75 eligible supporting comments. Supporting Interested Parties Kirsty Andrews Sandra Mccrory Anne Connor Anon (indicates previously commented) Arthur Martin Brendan Rooney Dr John Cassidy Grant Sutherland Jade Carmichael Jimmy Wilson John Mccafferty Julie Fox Julie Weir Lesley Macintyre Lisa Mccranor Margaret Halbert Mark Slorance Paula Harrison Stuart Smith Betty Miller Helen Thomson Ian Mcallan James Dearie Jim Miller Julie Young Laura Dearie Laura Mcseveney Lesley Mccranor Lisa Mccranor Mairi Mcallan Nial Mcshannon Steven John Mccranor Steven Mcrannor Wendy Johnstone Stuart Smith Brigid Nugent Dennis White Joe Dilpacito Robert Martin Zoe Christie Christine Baillie Margaret Young Anne Godfrey Aimee Dilpacito Lorna Dilpacito Stephanie Girdwood Alan Newlands Denys Pidhirnyi Graham Stewart Richard Orr Yurii Pidhirnyi Eunice Meikle Karen Mayo Mhairi Martin Olena Pidhirina Ruth Mcelhinney Gavin Baillie Elaine Hepburn Laura Pratt Patricia Moffat Gary Murray Gavin Baillie George Weightman Mark Hamilton Wullie Stewart Amanda Taylor Claire Hamilton Davina Howatson Farhana Ahmed Zoarder Flora Neville Mrs J Miller Jen Currie Laura Watson Vikki Craig Pauline Nichol 163
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Appendix 15 Application Summary Application Number: CAT/24/0017 Address: McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ Proposal: Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. Case Officer: Customer Details Name: Mrs Fiona Frame Address: 22 Braefoot crescent Law Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Gillian Stewart Address: 99 smyllum road lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This sounds a great idea. I've had loads of support from Healthy Valleys and know many people who get support from Healthy Valleys and Healthy Valleys will make this building into a fantastic community building where many people (1,000s!!) and groups will benefit from. Also think it would be criminal to knock down a perfectly good building down when it could be use for community support and activities. Its in a great location for everyone to access and also great for disabled access. It would be great to have a community hub in Lanark especially in these difficult times and give the community a safe place to go too. Hope South Lanarkshire Council listens to the community and allows Healthy Valleys to take the building over and quickly!!! 164
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Wullie Stewart Address: 99 smyllum road lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great idea! Healthy Valleys do great work in Lanark and Clydesdale! A community hub would be the best thing to happen to Lanark! Hope SLC listens to reason and supports this great idea. Great use of a building sitting there empty. Sad it was closed in the 1st place but like this idea that something good comes from it. 100% support this! Customer Details Name: Mrs Davina Howatson Address: 6 Kirk Place Symington Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I volunteer for Healthy Valleys and I'm always blown away with how much they do for our communities and the people who live in Clydesdale. They really care about people and help empower people and communities. They make such a positive difference and it would be great if this building could be put to a good use and help them continue to make a positive difference to people lives and in some cases saves people lives. I think everyone should get behind this great idea. It will also benefit other groups and organisations. What a great resource this would be for Lanark and the whole of Clydesdale. Customer Details Name: Mrs Amanda Taylor Address: 6 Brownhill Avenue Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This facility will be a great asset for community benefit and support. Customer Details Name: Mrs Alison Merchant Address: 35 muirfoot Road Rigside Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:The whole community would be lost without heathly valleys I know personally they have support my physical and mental health. They are genuinely the best wee team of people who are a credit to the cause 165
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Rebecca Workman Address: 26 Newtonhead road Rigside Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments neither objecting to or supporting the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys are a great asset to this community Customer Details Name: Mr James Miller Address: Braedale Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys are a great resource for the community, helping people when others aren't. I fully support this and believe a community hub is what Lanark needs and will also be a valuable centre for the wider community too. I work in Lanark in the public sector and during this crisis it's organisations like Healthy Valleys that help people when they need it most. Customer Details Name: Mrs Claire Hamilton Address: 6 wellburn lane Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Lori Mac Address: 112 lochside road Dumfries Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Absolutely needed Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen Forrest Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark 166
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys makes a huge difference, supporting the people of Clydesdale. This community hub is a great opportunity to allow them to be fully accessible to all. Customer Details Name: Miss Stephanie Girdwood Address: 38 Broomgate Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs KAREN MAYO Address: 12 MILTON PARK SQUARE LESMAHAGOW LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Petition Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I FULLY SUPPORT THIS MOVE AS ITS MORE CENTRAL AND A BETTER FACILITY TO ACCESS. THIS ORGANISATION DOES AMAZING WORK IN OUR RURAL AREA. IT SUPPORTS FROM BIRTH TO THE ELDERLY WITH MANY RELYING OF THEIR SERVICES. THE SECURITY OF HAVING A 20 YEAR LEASE WILL LET THEM HAVE A BASE WHERE THEY CAN CONTINUE THEIR WORK WITHOUT HAVING TO MOVE FOR MANY YEARS. Customer Details Name: Mrs KAREN MAYO Address: 12 MILTON PARK SQUARE LESMAHAGOW LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Petition Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I FULLY SUPPORT THIS MOVE AS ITS MORE CENTRAL AND A BETTER FACILITY TO ACCESS. THIS ORGANISATION DOES AMAZING WORK IN OUR RURAL AREA. IT SUPPORTS FROM BIRTH TO THE ELDERLY WITH MANY RELYING OF THEIR SERVICES. THE SECURITY OF HAVING A 20 YEAR LEASE WILL LET THEM HAVE A BASE WHERE THEY CAN CONTINUE THEIR WORK WITHOUT HAVING TO MOVE FOR MANY YEARS. 167
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Pauline Nichol Address: 50 Whiteshaw Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys and the fantastic work they continue to do in rural South Lanarkshire ( for 21 years) demonstrates how valuable they are to our community - they are a community asset. Customer Details Name: Mrs sam davies Address: 26 orchardview drive Kirkfieldbank Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs sam davies Address: 26 orchardview drive Kirkfieldbank Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Simone Janse van Rensburg Address: 28 Devonburn Road Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a key organisation for Clydesdale and having a premises located centrally where all the surrounding villages could get to via the public transport links would be a way to help build stronger, healthier and happier people and communities. This would also help ease the strain on public services, waiting times and more. It would allow Healthy Valleys to focus more on the good work they do. I can only see positive benefits to this proposal. 168
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Adrienne Grehan Address: 21 Braxfield Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Julie Weir Address: 19,Gavel Grove Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Debbie Hutton Address: 9 Fairview Dr Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a very beneficial resource to support people of all ages in the community which is greatly needed Customer Details Name: Mrs Jill Webb Address: 28 Parsons Close Holsworthy Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Archie Davies Address: 26 orchardview Kirkfieldbank Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 169
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Hutton Address: 9 Fairview Dr Kirkfieldbank Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Much needed for people to come together if experiencing any life issues Customer Details Name: Mr Alexander Hutton Address: 9 Fairview Dr Kirkfielbank Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Leanne Davidson Address: 17 Weavers Walk Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Kayleigh Graham Address: 11 Russell Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Martyn Odonnell Address: 21 Albany Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 170
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Jade Carmichael Address: 82 Glasgow Road Strathaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be great for the community, it would give more opportunities and support to people in the community and surrounding areas Customer Details Name: Mrs Eleanor Ashe Address: 17 Smyllum park Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Alison Watson Address: 54 kirkfield Road Kirkfielbank Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Steven Youngson Address: 13 St Vincent Place Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys do lot of great work in the community and could thrive with a facility such as this in the heart of the community. They do important work with many different groups of people promoting health and wellbeing. They also work great in partnership with a range of services to provide health improvement outcomes for those most in need. Customer Details Name: Miss Marion Summers Address: 83 Kildare Dr Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Would love to see it go to good use 171
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen Walkinshaw Address: 91 Rhyber Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Scott Glover Address: 51 Braedale Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Ashley Strang Address: 121 Maxhanhill Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Kerri Forrest Address: 9 Orcharview Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Would like to support this Customer Details Name: Miss Mari Davies Address: 47 Kenilworth Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 172
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Saraid Lawson Address: 3 Threestanes road Strathaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Libby Gupwell Address: 2 bloomfield rd Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fantastic opportunity to utilise this great building. A real asset to the community and beyond. Customer Details Name: Mrs Gayle Finlay Address: 2 Whites Neuk Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Elaine Queen Address: 26 Galston Court Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Ryan Benson Address: 19,Gavel Grove Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 173
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Sharon Bruce Address: 34 Stuart Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Gemma Campbell Address: 14 glenshee lane Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Would be great spade for them to use for many things supporting the public Customer Details Name: Mrs Audrey Hoey Address: 7 Bells Wynd Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Think this is a wonderful proposal for the building and would benefit so many in the community Customer Details Name: Marie Cameron Address: 15 Weavers Walk Clydesdale North, South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Uzezi Imara Address: 36 Rose street Lemahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This will foster community relationship. It will help with Early years, mental health and wellbeing. Their will be social activities to help with loneliness. This will give families that need support more confidence and good relationship. 174
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorna Kemp Address: 2 Whitelees Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Jade Farrell Address: 8 Mousebank lane Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Olena Pidhirna Address: 25 Braidfute Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Tanya Trower Address: 17 Bray Road Holsworthy Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Charlotte Hobbs Address: Mazoe Clawton Holsworthy Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Victoria Osborne Address: 20 Bray rd Holsworthy 175
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Amanda Vanstone Address: 31 St.Andrews Close Holsworthy Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Susan Lamble Address: The Granary Tinney Farm Holsworthy Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Cheryl Reilly Address: 17 Wheatland Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Sam Wonnacott Address: 4 Glovers Close Holsworthy Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 176
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Mhairi Martin Address: 24 Broomgate Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Marianne Campbell Address: 40 priory ave Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Adele Anderson Address: 3 Hillview Road, Kirkfieldbank Kirkfieldbank Kirkfieldbank,lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer objects to the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a great use for the building and a great asset to the community. Customer Details Name: Karen Murray Address: 24 Kildare Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Jordan Doyle Address: Byrewood Orchard Hazelbank Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Be good to see this building given back to the community and used as a community hub 177
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Nikki Tooth Address: 19 Byretown Grove Clydesdale North Ward, South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Charlotte Brown Address: 41 Deer Valley Road Holsworthy Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Dianne Finlay Address: 3 Hillview road Kirkfieldbank Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Hazel Holmes Address: 17 Clare Crescent, Larkhall Larkhall Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Candice Cunningham Address: 24 Carlisle Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 178
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jan Paterson Address: 104 St Nicholas Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a great use of this now unused building for the community. Customer Details Name: Miss Amy Wyper Address: 4 Whitehill Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I feel Healthy Valleys would benefit from a lease for this property as it would help them help more families, help them have everything under the one roof. It would also benefit families/ single parents/ grandparents with more classes and more groups for families to attend. Customer Details Name: Miss Morgan Weir Address: 17 Smyllum Park Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is an amazing organisation who have been a constant the past years to support families and vulnerable people in society to live with healthier and better choices. I couldn't think of a better charity to have a place at the Mcclymont house. Customer Details Name: Miss Lauren Adamson Address: 29 John Street Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:My friend worked for Healthy Valleys and everyone who works there goes out there way to ensure people are happy, healthy and safe! 179
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Shirley Murray Address: 9 Silver Bell Way Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys really needs a space like this so they have somewhere to give the advice able they do all in the one place. I started going when they were in the Lockhart and it really helped with my mental health and anxiety and getting me to where I am now. Customer Details Name: Mr Jeffrey Cunningham Address: 15 Newtonhead Road Rigside Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys needs a space like this to offer everything in a central location. Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Newlands Address: 47 Sycamore Gardens Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Having had the benefit of many aspects of Health supported by the initiative, it would be wonderful if this service could be expanded to increase social interaction. These premises would enable this. Customer Details Name: Mrs Ann Morrison Address: 19 Murdostoun terrace Cleland Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Hear to help if required 180
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Ian Paterson Address: 28 Cherry Tree Drive Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It is good to hear that Healthy Valleys are planning to become an integral part of the Lanark community but not centralise their services solely to Lanark. I am sure if it is well advertised it will become the hub for the community of Lanark. Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Young Address: 4 School Road Symington Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys are essential and need somewhere in Lanark to operate their services and store their material. Customer Details Name: Mrs Moira Taylor Address: 72 Main Street Symington Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys needs a permenant base to work from and it will help to create a sense of community. Customer Details Name: Miss Leah OConnor Address: 229 New Edinburgh Road Thorniewood Ward, North Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 181
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Farhana Ahmed Zoarder Address: 115 Carlisle Road Crawford, Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a great support to so many in the community and this would be a great asset for the organisation. I fully support this and I hope you will too. Customer Details Name: Miss Emily Brown Address: 6 Eastwood Drive Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ashley Waner Address: 156 Dumbarton Road Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Natasha Collins Address: 22 Russell Road Clydesdale North Ward, South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Community Council Stance: Customer made comments neither objecting to or supporting the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:No comment Customer Details Name: Mr Dennis White Address: 4 vere road Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Wishing Healthy Valleys every success with this venture 182
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr George Buckley Address: 22 vere road Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Isabelle Hogg Address: 18 Kildare Place Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I'd be pleased if this went to Healthy Valleys instead of being knocked down and turned into flats- it's a beautiful place. Customer Details Name: Miss Issy Young Address: 40 caneluk avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It would be amazing if healthy valleys are able to get a place to call home, it will be a massive boost for the local area and community. Customer Details Name: Mrs Diana Blythe Winning Address: 17 Lockhart ave Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Excellent space , utilised by a strong community charity would be a great idea. Customer Details Name: Mr Bill Dewer Address: 6 cherry tree drive Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 183
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr MILES FULLER Address: 40 Caneluk Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I feel healthy valleys is a massive benefit to the community and having a stable location they can plan prepare and deliver activities and support for the community would be nothing less than a benefit to the community and all those involved Customer Details Name: Mrs Clare McCool Address: 4, Lilac Grove Wishaw Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Lynn McKinley Address: 28 Kirkton Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It would be great to have somewhere in Lanark that is accessible to everybody. I volunteer for HV and know the difference they make to lives. Customer Details Name: Mr James Baxter Address: 7 grange terrace Pettinain Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Jane Paton Address: 15 Dalziel Place Airdrie Central, North Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 184
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Dr James Torrens Address: 133 Stewarton Drive Cambuslang Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Please support this worthy cause Customer Details Name: Miss Qi Shi Address: 16 wellhead court Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Heather Louse Glen Address: 50 Glenmavis Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Kathleen Hogg Address: 11 Newmains Home Farm Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:You need somewhere to come to that has an office where you can come and make an appointment and speak to someone. Customer Details Name: Mrs Yvonne Cannon Address: 1 Wellington Terrace Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a positive use of a building to support people in Clydesale. 185
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Krystyna Korsak Address: 35 Melvinhall Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen McGuigan Address: 45 Nethercliffe Avenue Netherlee Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Wilson Address: 29 Bonnington Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Sue Kehoe Address: 26 Kirkton Street Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think this a great opportunity for the people of Clydesdale to benefit from Healthy Valleys having a secure base in which to continue to provide all the amazing support and training projects they offer us. Customer Details Name: Mr George Laing Address: 1 McNeil Place Overtown Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think this is a great opportunity for Healthy Valleys and will bring the community closer together 186
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Annette Hall Address: 1 South Draffan Farm Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:HV 21 years of amazing work supporting individuals groups and communities. Here to another 21 years. Well done x Customer Details Name: Miss Lucy Hunter Address: 80 wellgate Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I hope you win Customer Details Name: Mr Mick Scordis Address: 101 Bankhead Terrace Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Barrowman Address: 6 Cameronian Drive Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys shouldn't need this as the Government should provide it but it will be good to see a building which shouldn't have been closed brought back into use Customer Details Name: Miss Natasha armstrong Address: 51 Woodstock road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I would like to see the building getting used for the community within south Lanarkshire 187
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Brigid Nugent Address: 440 High Street Newarthill Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Long overdue for Healthy Valleys to have a base from which to carry out their good work and help others Customer Details Name: Ms Susan Kean Address: 88 Murray Terrace Carnwath South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Totally support this as it's important for Healthy Valleys to have a base for everyone to go to Customer Details Name: Mrs Gillian Duffy Address: 51 Woodstock Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:i think This would be a great place for Healthy valleys to use as they do so much for the community and vulnerable people and families in the community Customer Details Name: Mr John McKinley Address: 28 Kirkton Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 188
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Loraine Swan Address: Kildare Farm. st Leonards Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It would be wonderful for Healthy Valleys to have a base in the town again so they can reach out and support need and also work with other groups in the town. Customer Details Name: Mrs Elizabeth McCartney Address: 16 Braxfield Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I have volunteered for Healthy Valleys for many years and I have seen the massive difference that they make in the communities where they are involved. They do a huge amount of work and McClymont House would provide a fantastic base in the heart of the community. Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Parton Address: 2 Midtown Road Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think it is a disgrace that the building is lying empty and if Healthy Valleys get it they can do more in the building and help more people and provide a safe place for people who need it. Customer Details Name: Mrs June Peacock Address: Daermead Lanark Road Crossford Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Ronald Peacock Address: Daermead Crossford Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 189
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Connor Saunderson Address: LUING 160 AIRDRIE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Shamsuddin Ahmed Chowdhury Address: 115 Carlisle Road Crawford Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great charity, really supports the local community. Customer Details Name: Miss Eshani Ahmed Address: 115 Carlisle Road , Crawford 115 Carlisle Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Really good charity. Customer Details Name: Mrs Lynne MacKenzie Address: 7 Daltonhill Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It would be wonderful to see McClymont House brought back into use for the community. 190
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs June Findlater Address: 5 Hyndford Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:The McClymont House building should remain as a community hub for Clydesdale , not only for the present but for the future as a base for strong communities and community initiatives . In fact that is what HSCP should have been planning for making this a multi use therapeutic centre , but limited vision and imagination prevented that . Customer Details Name: Mrs Joyce Davidson Address: 11 Lanark Road Braidwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Claire Macdonald Address: Whiteshawgate farm Strathaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I hope the council approve Healthy Valleys application to use McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an amazing charity, providing essential services within the community-they absolutely deserve this facility so they can continue their fantastic work. Customer Details Name: J Miller Address: Smyllum Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:What an amazing opportunity for Lanark and the surrounding areas. A community hub would be a great use of McClymont House. So many people could benefit from this hub - during these difficult times Healthy Valleys are there to support anyone who is struggling. This could be a wonderful community centre for Healthy Valleys beneficiaries, volunteers and for other community groups. 191
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Patricia Moffat Address: 34 Loaningdale Avenue Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Jaime Sutton Address: 1 Elphinstone Crescent Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This service is a life line for so many vulnerable people. The service is invaluable. Customer Details Name: Mrs Anna Campbell Address: 16 Thorpe Rig Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think this change would be amazing for the local community Customer Details Name: Lorna Tweedie Address: 11 Thorpe Rig Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support this application - would be wonderful to see McClymont House being used for such a worthwhile community project. 192
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Gail Cormack Address: 15 Loaningdale Avenue Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Pam Tennant Address: 9 Rowhead Terrace Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Watson Address: 1 Bencroft Avenue Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support this application. Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorna Gooch Address: 70 Knocklea Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Fiona White Address: 2 Wheatlandside Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think this would be fantastic community resource for people and would make use of a building which is in great condition. 193
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Joanne Robertson Address: 7 Edinburgh Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support this application. Healthy Valleys provide a fabulous resource to our community and what a great way to maintain this old building and see it put to good use. Customer Details Name: Mrs Kate Scott Address: 5 Castle Yett Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support the above application. Customer Details Name: Mrs Shona Dale Address: 30 cormiston road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Mrs Iona Goldie Address: 13 Broughton Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys have a proven track record of delivering quality support within communities. Having a central hub will give them greater visibility and help provide a joined up service to those who need it most. 194
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Godfrey Address: 3 Dene Park Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think this would be a really positive decision for the local community and Healthy Valleys. This is a good resource that could be put to great use to continue and build on to extend the incredibly valuable and life changing work done by Healthy Valleys. I am fully supportive of this proposal. Customer Details Name: Mairi Wilson Address: 14 The Glebe Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Cheryl Brownlie Address: 9 Bellefield Way Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Kimberley Shiels Address: 55 Rhyber Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Margo Kerr Address: 5 View Park Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 195
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jan Currie Address: 7 Viewpark Rd Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I can't think of a better use for Mcclymont House. A big central space to accommodate all the wonderful far-reaching initiatives that Healthy Valleys offer would be a very positive step forward. They are such a vital organisation for people right across South Lan,, people who are struggling and who might otherwise fall through the cracks. My small organisation supplies gifts at Christmas for their clients and are blown away by the number of people they help but also how much they struggle for space Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Webb Address: 13 Kingshill view Law Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Gillian Dunn Address: 4 Manse Drive Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a wonderful opportunity for Healthy Valleys to develop a community hub. The work they do is invaluable in our community and to repurpose the building in this way can only be a good and positive thing. Customer Details Name: Hayley Tennant Address: Medwin Carnwath Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great idea for Healthy Valleys and their amazing work 196
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Mark Hamilton Address: 6 Wellburn Lane Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Lawrence Sutton Address: 1 Elphinstone Crescent Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Sarah Tawse Address: Cultyre Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Laura Pratt Address: 15 Bizzyberry Crescent Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I completely support the change of use and what this will now be used for. Customer Details Name: Mrs Wendy Johnstone Address: 4 The Loaning Crawfordjohn Near Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is an incredible organisation, with a proven track record of delivering community - led health and wellbeing outcomes for vulnerable families across upper Clydesdale. However they have been hampered by the lack of a central hub, or permanent community base from which they can build and develop their services. I strongly support this application and look forward to their continued service of the communities across Lanark and Clydesdale. 197
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr David Frame Address: 22 Braefoot crescent Law Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr A Smith Address: North Vennel Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A community hub would be amazing for Lanark. Healthy Valleys are a great organisation and would be perfect to make this happen Customer Details Name: Mrs C Martin Address: 14 Waterloo Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Margaret J White Address: Wheatland Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorna Diplacito Address: 2 Rowan View Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys support a lot of people in Clydesdale and to have a community hub in Lanark would continue this work and make a difference to so many more people and communities. 198
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jane Caffrey Address: 68 Loch Assynt East Kilbride Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:They are a great charity who bring to life all the values of Community Learning and Development and therefore, should have a permanent base for the vital work they do. Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Masters Address: 36 Hospitland dr Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be ideal premises for healthy valley they do a lot for the community and premises are central to the town and accessible to everyone Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura McEwan Address: 26 Witches Linn Ardrossan Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is an important and vital part of the community, enhancing health and wellbeing for community members and providing links to external agencies and services. They provide a sense of origin for many constituents and allowing them a safe place to undertake this work would be of great benefit to the whole community. Customer Details Name: Miss Eilidh Black Address: 62 Hamilton View Uddingston Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 199
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Beverley Dunbar Address: 14 kildare road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Joe Diplacito Address: 2 Rowan View Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a local charity who helps support vulnerable people in Clydesdale. Having this community hub in Lanark will help so many more people and communities. Customer Details Name: Ms Nanette Dempsey Address: 8 Woodburn Gait Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a lifeline to the community and would be able to be central and offer more activities to the public. Customer Details Name: Miss Alex Murray Address: 44 Aitkenhead Avenue Coatbridge Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Sandra McIver-Houston Address: 189 Telford Road East Kilbride Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am in support of Healthy Valleys taking over this venue as they do great work in the community. 200
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Manda Macpherson Address: 20 erskine view Old Kilpatrick Comment Details Commenter Type: Petition Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Volodymyr Konyk Address: 5 Waverley Crescent Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Liliia Konyk Address: 5 Waverley Crescent Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Shirley Porter Address: 19 Langvout Gate Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Would be a perfect location, easily accessible for the surrounding community. Customer Details Name: Miss Aimee Diplacito Address: 2 rowan view Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 201
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Mhairi Gowans Address: Eastsidewood Farm Auchengray. Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Elena Dubrovina Address: 11 Jerviswood Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr William McCallum Address: 11 Jerviswood Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Yurii Pidhirnyi Address: 25 Braidfute Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Denys Pidhirnyi Address: 25 Braidfute Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 202
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Watson Address: No 1 Hazelbank Braes Hazelbank Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Brilliant initiative, 100% deserving of support. Customer Details Name: Ms Amanda Taylor Address: 6 Brownhill Avenue Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As an anchor organisation this opportunity would make Healthy Valleys accessible to the community they support Customer Details Name: Ailsa McWhinney Address: 6 Burns Road Kirkmuirhill Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Nicola Montgomery Address: 8 Rigside Road Douglas Water Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys have been a godsend to me during my first year as a new mum. I've been able to access numerous groups and met lots of new people. Staff are incredible and every group has been well organised and always fun. My son thoroughly enjoys his time at all the groups we attend and have attended. I have seen him grow and develop at various groups. The work that healthy valleys do is vital to the community. 203
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jane Masters Address: 100 St Leonard Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys do amazing work supporting the people of Clydesdale. Their work would be made easier and they will reach more people if they have a central base. McClymont House is easy for people to get to by public transport and would be a fantastic community hub. It would also save a great building from falling into disrepair or being demolished. Customer Details Name: Miss Angelique Dupre Address: 6 Lindsaylands Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:We should support such a lovely initiative. Hope Healthy Valleys are successful, we need things like this in the community. Customer Details Name: Julia Miller Address: North Back Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support this CAT application. McClymont House would make a fantastic community hub and provide Healthy Valleys the perfect location to deliver all the support services that they do and also provide opportunities for other community groups too. Customer Details Name: Miss Lisa McCranor Address: 32A Main Street Symington Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be of great benefit to many individuals and families in the Clydesdale area. 204
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Elaine Hepburn Address: 45 the crescent Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys is an outstanding organisation the work they do impacts the lives of not only their beneficiaries but their families. The impact across the communities is substantial Having a hub for working from and working in would allow Healthy Valleys to provide more support for the people of Lanark in an accessible venue and a base to improve their outreach work Allowing more people and families in South Lanarkshire to fulfill their potential and improve their lives. Customer Details Name: Miss Jennifer Clelland Address: 58 South Dumbreck Road Lanarkshire Kilsyth Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Joanna Devine Address: 18 Blackthorn Wynd Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Richard Senior Address: Glenrona, New Row, Wanlockhead New Row Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Totally support this. 205
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Ross Stewart Address: Flat 3a woodside close Woodside close Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It will be good for healthy valleys to have a home base Customer Details Name: Mrs Frances Tatton Address: Sornholm 66 Ayr Rd Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Jacqueline Smith Address: Brownhill Gardens 2 Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Stuart Smith Address: Yett Farm Libberton Carnwath Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 206
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss catherine fevre Address: 16 piper drive Glenboig Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Dr Allyson Matthews Address: 23 Cleghorn Rd Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I have been a volunteer with Healthy Valleys for the last two years, helping out with various groups in different locations. The employees and other volunteers are hard working, imaginative and committed people. I believe a place to call home, where administration, courses and groups offering support are brought together, would only improve the delivery of a valuable service to the people of South Lanarkshire. Customer Details Name: Joseph McCluskey Address: 20 Yarrow Crescent WISHAW Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr William Elder Address: 32 ashburn road Milngavie Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 207
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr George Weightman Address: 3 Kingshill View Law Law Near Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Lesley McCranor Address: 32a Main Street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Rosslyn Thomson Address: 7 Lodge Park Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Steven McCranor Address: karaulvin Main st BIGGAR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:i support this application Customer Details Name: Mrs Fiona McCallum Address: 7 Green Street Stonehouse Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be excellent for the local charity to be able to continue and expand their community work. 208
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Jayanthi Cathcart Address: Mayfield Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Can't think of a better organisation to take over this building. Well done Healthy Valleys. Customer Details Name: Gail Swan Address: 10 South Park Grove Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Loraine Swan Address: 103 St Leonard Street 103 St. Leonard Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It would be great to see this excellent resource used as a Community Hub I would hope that Healthy Valleys would work collaboratively with other groups in the town Customer Details Name: Susan Wyllie Address: Ladyurd House Blyth Bridge Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Helen Bell Address: Sandyknowe 16 Grange Road, Pettinain Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 209
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Sarah Thomson Address: 6 Station Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Hazel Fleming Address: 72 Glenshee Gardens Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:These day centres should be kept open they can be a lifeline for older and vulnerable people!! They really are the heart of local communities. These centres may be the only support some people have and also may be the only time they get to mix with other people. Customer Details Name: Mrs Mhairi McMillan Address: Rowanbrae Blackhill Road Forth Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: N/A Ian McAllan Address: 11 Lindsaylands Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As a local Councillor I am aware on a daily basis the crucial role Healthy Valley plays in the well being of so many individuals and communities in rural Clydesdale. The establishment of a permanent base at McClymont House, Lanark will help enormously in redoublying its reach and scope. I fully support this application. 210
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jackie Maley Address: 34 Keir Street Stirling Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think that it would be an amazing resource for the local community. Also having a permanent base would allow the community to become familiar with it and use it more. Customer Details Name: Mr Chris Roxburgh Address: 7 Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Peter Marshall Address: 2 Gas Works Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:They are a great charity who bring to life all the values of Community Learning and Development and therefore, should have a permanent base for the vital work they do. Customer Details Name: Mrs Caroline Scott Address: Spango View Crawick Sanquhar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great initiative worthy cause supporting local communities Customer Details Name: Miss Ashleigh Hunter Address: Conleigh House Ayr road Glespin Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 211
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Kirsty Mitchell Address: 4 Blue Tower Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Liz Barthram Address: 11 Braemar Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Excellent proposal. Customer Details Name: Miss Hilaryann Newbigging Address: Hilaryann 22 Dale Street Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support healthy valleys application for the use of McClymont house. ... they do so much good work for the local communities Customer Details Name: Mr Craig Marshalll Address: 4 langvout gate Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Good to make use of the building Customer Details Name: Mrs Esther Stewart Address: 64 kirkfeildbank Road Sandilands Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 212
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Bria Boyd Address: 2 Clydesdale close Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Kirsty Andrew Address: 202/101 st kilda road St Kilda Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Stephen Boyle Address: 202/101 st kilda road St Kilda Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr scott leishman Address: 15 Edinburgh road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorna Young Address: 87 Brownhill Avenue Douglas, Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys bring fun and exciting activities to our remote area helping to get people out and about and they need a home 213
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Reid Address: 6 Hillview Crescent Glespin Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Nan McLatchie Address: 71 Ayr Road Glespin Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Amanda Smith Address: 5 Hillview Glespin Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Love the activities brought to our remote village nd would like to see Healthy Valleys have a base so they can continue to support local people Customer Details Name: Ms Vicky Rankin Address: 122 Gateside Road Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Jemma Flavell Address: 3/4 169 elderslie street Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 214
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Sandra McCrory Address: Registry House, 55 Victoria Street, Larkhall, ML9 2BL Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Gordon Murray Address: 104 Portugal Street Laurieston GLASGOW Comment Details Commenter Type: Petition Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Katrina Buckley Address: 4 Southfield Closr Blackwood Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A location that is central to the community and easily reached. A local community hub would bring considerable value to the community through easily accessible support and services that are essential and crucial to those in need. It would create a community space, used by the community for those in the community. Customer Details Name: Mr James Forrest Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is an amazing organisation which supports the people of Clydesdale. These premises are easily accessible for all and will enable Healthy Valleys to continue their great work. 215
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr James Cuthbertson Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:These premises will be a great Community Hub and allow Healthy Valleys to continue their great work. Customer Details Name: Mrs Elizabeth Cuthbertson Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:These premises will be a great Community Hub and allow Healthy Valleys to continue their great work. Customer Details Name: Mr David Duff Address: 133 rhyber avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:What a great idea Customer Details Name: Mr John Currie Address: 7 Viewpark road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a great organisation doing valuable work, and this facility would be ideal for them Customer Details Name: Mrs Sarah Hughes Address: 54 Main Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:What a fabulous idea, this will be very well received in the community I am sure. 216
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Beverley Irwin Address: 54 Samson Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Lynne Lndsay Address: 40 Rosemount Crescent Carstairs Village Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: John Douglas Address: 12 Byretown Gardens. Kirkfieldbank Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Christine Campbell Address: 6 Baron Todd Road Strathaven South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Obtaining this facility will enable Healthy Valleys to continue helping families and those in need. 217
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Susan Kelso Address: The Rowans 3 Kirklands Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support this as Healthy Valleys is a trusted well respected organisation that supports many people in the community with a range of difficulties and issues - with a strong focus on well being and community engagement. They are well placed to expand and enhance what they iffer to the whole community with a building base. McClymont House is a good central location which makes it accessible. With the difficulties health, social work and care and education are facing the third sector is more important than ever before. The early intervention support they offer is crucial to keepi g people going, to supporting their mental and physical health and wellbeing. This is a very exciting opportunity for Lanark - and for Healthy Valleys to take their experience and expertise to a wider number of people. I fully support this proposal. Customer Details Name: Mrs Marie McIntyre Address: 1 Staikhill Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support this application. Customer Details Name: Mr John McKinley Address: 28 Kirkton Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healty Valleys supports all manner of worthy projects throughout SouthLanarkshire and is in urgent need of settled premises. This property would enable much better control of their charitable business and be of great benefit not only to the town of Lanark but to the wider community of South Lanarkshire. 218
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Ian Leith Address: c/o Scottish Civic Trust Miller Street Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It is important that this Community Asset Transfer is given a 'green' light to ensure the sustainable future of an essential local organisation and help them continue to provide vital, and for some, lifesaving services to support people dealing with challenging life situations or in crisis. Customer Details Name: Mrs Audrey Timoney Address: South Lodge Birkwood Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support Customer Details Name: Mrs michelle Hanratty Address: Gibsons clise Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Valda Watson Address: 7 Braeside Crescent Kirkmuirhill Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A community hub naturally addresses the ever increasing issues, especially social (ie. loneliness and lack of self-worth) that so many are affected by in these times. Customer Details Name: Mr Jax Frowd Address: Gibsons Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 219
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss michelle Frowd Address: High street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Jude Hanratty Address: High street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Susan Evans Address: 7 Seyton Court Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Sounds like a fantastic proposal worthy of support from the Council Customer Details Name: Ms Michelle Rae Address: 37 Whirlow Road Garrowhill Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is an amazing opportunity which will help the community thrive. Customer Details Name: Mrs Mary Ann Patrick Address: 45 Rhyber Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 220
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Connor Address: Old Toll Kirkurd West Linton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a great development that will benefit people living in Lanark and the surrounding areas. The community hub will create opportunities that will benefit people now and for future generations. Customer Details Name: Ms Jan Beattie Address: 138 Fergus Drive 1/2 Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Jordan Fraser Address: 13 Jerviswood Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Vicki Kennedy Address: 63 Broompark Drive Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys has been an active and important organisation in the area for a number of years. Their impact on the community especially for those having challenging circumstances has been significant and therefore I fully support their CAT to help grow and continue their community work. 221
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs S Lucas Address: Waverley Crescent Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr A Lucas Address: Waverley Crescent Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms IR Lucas Address: Waverley Crescent Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr NI Lucas Address: Waverley Crescent Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs WENDY GILLON Address: 33 Fleurs Park STIRLING Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support the use of this building as a community hub base. 222
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Louise James Address: 3 Woodend Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Kirsteen Kyle Address: 152 muirfoot road Rigside Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr John McCafferty Address: 1/3 39 West End Park St Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a great community led organisation and deserves to have a home/base in Lanark. They also work well with all local partners and this will be a great resource for the community Customer Details Name: Mr Paul Morris Address: 1 Ledvinka Crescent Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr William Angus Address: 1 Westbank Terrace Ravenstruther, Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great idea. Hope all goes well! 223
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Martin Webb Address: NHS Lanarkshire - Law House Airdrie Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I would support this proposal with the strongest conviction possible. Healthy Valleys as an organisation delivery vital services for the people and targeted populations across Clydesdale and we should be supporting then to maintain and grow the successful impacts they make annually. We have a long standing working relationship with Healthy Valleys and I foresee this being something we enhance in the coming years. This proposal would not only benefit Healthy Valleys, but the wider array or partners, service users and multi disciplinary connections which help the people of Clydesdale. Please approve this application and see services thrive in Clydesdale for the people who really need them. Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen Pilpel Address: 8 Station Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Louise I A Stewart & Watson Address: 1 Hazelbank Braes Hazelbank hazelbank Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Natasha Wood Address: 17 Braeside Road North Gorebridge Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 224
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Irene Lister Address: Irene 8 Bells Wynd Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am in full support of this application. Healthy valleys is such a worthwhile cause and has and continues to support many families in the Clydesdale area., The facilities McClymont house Would allow further development of Healthy Valleys. Customer Details Name: Mrs Danielle Glachan Address: 48 langcraigs drive Glenburn Paisley Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Carol Davison Address: 59 Kingsbridge drive Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Laura Munro Address: 41 main street Douglas Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 225
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorna Henderson Address: 194 Devonside Road Carmichael By Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is an amazing organisation which provides support on many levels to the community. McClymont House is in a central position and would be an ideal base for Healthy Valleys. Customer Details Name: Mrs Susan Dobbin Address: 3 greenburn Road Fauldhouse Fauldhouse Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys provide excellent care and support to those in the community and I believe that this is a positive move for the Clydesdale Area. Customer Details Name: Mr David Graham Address: 18 Dovecot Lanae Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I live adjacent to the McClymont and am fully supportive of Healthy Valleys plan to create a community hub here. It's in a fantastic central location with good access and will be something that the whole community can be proud of and use. Customer Details Name: Dr Kirsty Hughes Address: 165 High Street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I highly support the work of Healthy Valleys and it would be great for it to have central hub from which to work. I have benefited from support myself after the birth of my child and I think this work needs protecting and expanding. 226
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Marilyn McLaughlin Address: 8 Moss-side Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Donna Wallace Address: 38 Lawhill Road Law Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I would like to support Healthy Valleys application for CAT of McClymont House. In my previous job I was able to refer patients to Healthy valley and see first hand the fantastic work they do to reduce inequalities and improve outcomes for people living in Clydesdale. The opportunity for them to Leasing McClymont House would provide an opportunity for Healthy Valleys to break down barriers for people accessing services and improve the health and wellbeing of more people. Customer Details Name: Mr Greig Hawke Address: 2/1 31 Garthland Drive Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Marilyn McLaughlin Address: 8 Moss-side Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Hope this happens but won't be able to use it due to my disability and being in Carluke not Lanark! What a pity! 227
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Lynn McConnell Address: 10 Smyllum House Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Having this community hub in Lanark will help so many people. Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret McInnes Address: 45 Lawrie St Stonehouse Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:There is a need for a place where help can be given and safety exists within the community. For all age groups, I wish you all the very best. Customer Details Name: Mrs Francesca Bell Address: Kirkcroft Skirling Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Support Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Dearie Address: 9 Milton street Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Yes please!!! We have been waiting for this for so long. 228
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms J M Miller Address: Main Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support this application Healthy Valleys works across Clydesdale doing amazing work - this was seen recently at their AGM where local people from all over spoke about their journey and how crucial the support was that Healthy Valleys gave them during some very difficult and sometimes traumatic times. It was very emotional and powerful. More than ever does the community require their support and McClymont House would enable then to do just that and I believe it would also benefit other local groups and organisations. Customer Details Name: Brendan Rooney Address: 23 Greystone Avenue Rutherglen Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Although very disappointed that McClymont House clsoed as a care home i do belive this is a very positive re use of the buildign and to serve local communites and support thir health and wellbeing Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Pate Address: 26 Dale Street Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Heathy Valleys is an asset to the community and gets people out that would normally just sit indoors. The staff are wonderful and it would be a great loss if we lost them. The move would be a place to call their hub and keep them within reach if the community that they serve. 229
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Rachel Emery Address: 36 kingdom view Kingdom Park homes Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Good to have a community hub in lanark centre and lots of events, groups ,support in 1 big place Customer Details Name: N/A Janie Kirk Address: 9 Blue Tower Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think that it is essential that these types of facilities remain not only just open but there should be many more and that they should principally be Governmentally funded. Now we know that is highly unlikely to happen so it is probably up to supporters and thenpublic to raise awareness of this and other causes. Focus groups maybe? I don't know i've never done anything likevthis before. I only know that itnis vital these places remain opening and functioning at all times. Customer Details Name: Mrs Patricia Scott Address: 1 Wheatland Drive Lanark Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A fantastic idea for the community and a great location for all. Healthy Valleys has provided support to so many different groups over many years and is even more important in the current climate. I can't think of a better use for this building ( beyond its original purpose) . Customer Details Name: Miss Amy Forsyth Address: Midhill Farm Biggar Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 230
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Matthew Wood Address: 17 Braeside Road north Gorebridge Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Kayley Girvan Address: 4 ST. MARY'S COURT LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Think this would be a fantastic idea Customer Details Name: Diana McDonald Address: 18 Lockhart ave Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys are an essential group supporting and educating people of all ages into a healthier lifestyle . Supportive to individuals in the community who require help for all sorts of reasons . This is a very valued group which the community badly needs . A permanent base would be fantastic and the fact that other volunteer community groups would be able to use the facility is a huge bonus . I sincerely hope that this plan is agreed to allow the continued work of the grouup . Customer Details Name: Mr ANDREW RUSSELL Address: 11 Eastwood Drive Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys have provided vital support to communities and families over the last 20 years and should be given the opportunity to keep going for the next 20 years and beyond ! 231
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Louise Mclaren Address: 154 Muirfoot Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys helped me a lot when they had a place in Lanark back in 2019 before COVID. It was a safe place to go with my baby and learn about things. They really helped with my mental health being able to go somewhere that wasn't my own home. I think Clydesdale will really benefit from a place for everyone to go for classes etc. especially new mums who are on their own and need support mentally etc Customer Details Name: Mr William Watson Address: The Mechanics Workshop Yieldshields Road New Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is well organised and efficiently run. They would do great things with this asset. Customer Details Name: Mrs Annee McBride Address: 3 Cransley Gardens Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a great addition to the local community. Customer Details Name: Mr Ian Murray Address: 2 Mid Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 232
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Catherine Tweedie Address: 4 Pathhead Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Alanah Cashmore Address: 27 fereneze crescent 27 fereneze crescent Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys has helped me cook better food for my family t work they do is amaizng and deserve there own space Customer Details Name: Wendy Forber Address: East Quatquoy Finstown Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Newton Smith Address: 11 annan grove Motherwell Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Brigid Nugent Address: 440 High Street Newarthill Motherwell Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This organisation has already done so much good work in Clydesdale and if properly enabled can go on and sustain and enhance that well into the future. Please help them. 233
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jeanne Hogg Address: 21 primrose Avenue Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Gordon Knott Address: 27 Glebe Court Glebe Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:To have lost this facility in the first instance was a disgrace. To allow the ACT on this property to go ahead would be absolutely fantastic for all organisations within South Lanarkshire. I offer my full support in this venture. Customer Details Name: Mr John Cassidy Address: 9 Stuart Avenue, Burnside Rutherglen Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Asset transfer is a potentially exciting and rewarding process which needs to be very carefully managed to be successful. Healthy Valleys is a well established, respected organisation with a great record of improving quality of life and health and wellbeing in Clydesdale and has the experience and expertise to successfully complete this Asset transfer. Customer Details Name: Mrs Kate Williamson Address: 18 Holm Street CARLUKE Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This facility would enable valuable and much needed support services to take place for people of all ages. It's possible change of use will be responding to the needs of many people in Clydesdale. 234
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr John Riley Address: 11, Broughton Rd Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Biggar Food Growing Group, t/a Biggar Community Market Garden fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. We have established a mutually beneficial relationship with Healthy Valleys, which is an essential local organisation supporting those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with many other local groups. I believe that a decent sized, central & accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub like this will be most welcome in Lanark, and will bring people together in a much-missed community asset, supporting local people. Customer Details Name: Mrs Shona Bennett Address: 19 Jonquil Way Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys are a Community based health initiative who reach out to support people in many different ways, I believe in having the use of McClymont House as a base would be very beneficial and would also mean that the building wouldn't be left to ruin. Customer Details Name: Mr John Riley Address: 11, Broughton Rd Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think Healthy Valleys has provided a range of fantastic services to those most in need in our community over the last few years, and should be supported to achieve their Community Asset Transfer, so they can develop further. 235
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Niall McShannon Address: 23 Bonnington Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think this would be an excellent use of this site and help to address a range of health and inclusion inequalities. Customer Details Name: EUNICE MEIKLE Address: Rookwood, 458A Carlisle Road,, Lesmahagow South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Rankin Address: 56 Castlegate Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be fantastic for healthy Valleys they do a lot for the whole community and they don't have a base, not only them having a base they will be able do more for the whole community and all service user, I have worked with Healthy Valleys a lot since they opened and they have grown in what they do for everyone in community they do a lot of work in the rural areas Customer Details Name: Mr William (Bill) Watson Address: 1A Bencroft Avenue Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:An organisation that has always shown great vision and drive had the capacity to really make a difference with this new opportunity. 236
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Ruth McElhinney Address: Hyndford Road, Lanark ML11 9TA, UK Langloch Farm Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a fantastic idea to let Healthy Valleys take over this building then they will finally have their own premises. I fully support the notion. Customer Details Name: Mary Grahsm Address: 2 Wheatland Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I would like to support this venture which would offer a fabulous resource to many in Lanark and make use of a building which would otherwise be left to decay . Customer Details Name: Mrs Claire Knox Address: 21 Northcrofts Road ML126EL Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a wonderful asset to the community and a very worthy organisation. Customer Details Name: Ms Julie Fox Address: 9 Stewartville St Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer objects to the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As a fellow community-led health and wellbeing organisation we fully support Healthy Valleys applications for a lease. We have successfully hald a similar lease from Glasgow City Council since 1997. 237
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Stewart Graham Address: 2 Wheatland Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Christine McKenzie Address: 48 The Lairs Blackwood LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a worthwhile cause. Please agree Customer Details Name: Mrs Sheena Murdoch Address: 57 The Lairs Blackwood, Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Worthwhile cause, please support Customer Details Name: Miss Barbara Cormack Address: Sheaffyknowe Farm Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Jayne Gardiner Address: 12 Abbeyhill Crescent Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 238
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Blair Armstrong Address: 37 Stewart st Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Catriona Ross Address: 42/2 Bannatyne Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be an amazing, accessible, life changing asset for the community Customer Details Name: Gerry Timoney Address: 81 Hainburn Park Edinburgh Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A fantastic opportunity to sustain and expand critical services. Customer Details Name: Miss Lynn Robison Address: 3 Renwick Place Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:An ideal use for this building. Healthy Valleys do excellent work for the community and having a cental base within the town can only be an asset for the community. 239
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Elaine Murphy Address: 137 High Street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a an ideal place for Healthy Valleys to have a base where they could help all the communities meet young and old. Plus saving a building that is no longer used and lying going to Ruin Customer Details Name: Mrs Barbara Hepburn Address: COWGATE COTTAGE NEWTOWN Wigton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:My daughter works for Healthy Valleys and I have been very impressed by the variety of work that is undertaken by her colleagues to support clients with a variety of needs in the area. I know that having a hub/base will allow the staff to provide a base for their work and a centre which will have be accessible to other organisations which support local families. By working together under one roof will enhance the offer to the communities served by Healthy Valleys. Customer Details Name: Mrs Patricia Douglas Address: 12 Byretown Gardens Kirkfieldbank Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support this application because I believe that this would be beneficial to many people in the Lanark and surrounding rural areas. Customer Details Name: Miss Lauren Gray Address: Lockhart Mill View Mousebank Road Cartland Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 240
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Honnet Address: 5 Braedale Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys helps a lot of people Customer Details Name: Mr Paul Taylor Address: 1 Hagshaw View Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Jordan Taylor Address: 10 We stray way Newmains Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Nicola Mcphee Address: 1 Howe Drive Blackwood South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr stephen odger Address: 12 Gillbank Ave Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 241
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Clare Odger Address: 12 Gillbank Ave Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Fiona Carmichael Address: 17a New Road Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Richard Orr Address: 12 SCOULAR HA PLACE Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This will be an essential asset for those most in need in the local community Customer Details Name: Mr Salim Haj Qadour Address: 118 St Leonard street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer objects to the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Thank you very much Customer Details Name: Miss Lauren Rankin Address: 162 muirfoot road Rigside Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:100% support this. They do alot for everyone they can. Be good for them to have somewhere more central and bigger 242
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr James Dearie Address: 25 main Street Braehead Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be so good for the local community and something that has been missing for so long Customer Details Name: Mrs Lila McCranor Address: 27 Garforth Road Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Petition Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Kennedy Address: 10 Bidders Gait Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Hamilton Address: 24 Lockhart Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support the transfer of this asset to Healthy Valleys Health Valleys plan to transform the building into a multi-purpose community hub and enterprise facility that supports individuals, families, and communities in Clydesdale to live healthy and happy lives. A CAT for McClymont House will enable the sustainable future of an essential local organisation and help it to continue to provide vital, and for some, lifesaving services to support people dealing with challenging life situations or in crisis. The Healthy Valleys vision for McClymont House is for a central, accessible, and welcoming community hub through which they will be able to reach more local people, providing support for Early Years, Mental Health & Wellbeing, and Community Food & Nutrition. It will also allow Healthy Valleys to grow their active travel, training, and upcycling social enterprises, supporting local skills development and building resilience on their communities. 243
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Kayleigh Foley Address: 95 old lanark road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Christina Terry Address: 18 braxfield terrace Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This group was a lifeline for me when I needed support as a new mum. They provided lots of support tools while I was struggling as a new mum such as first aid training, a chance to meet other parents, healthy cooking classes and a chance to decompress when I was overwhelmed. Having a base in lanark would be great to support other parents Customer Details Name: Mrs Alison Herbert Address: 16 Milner Road Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Tracy Kennedy Address: 10 Bidders Gait Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a vital service for people in our community. In times when councils are having to cut services and put up prices for access to leisure and cost of living rocketing Healthy Valleys provide access for young people and families to help their health and wellbeing. We need to provide them with a central and accessible space for people to be able to access this and this fits the bill perfectly. An invaluable use of this space for the surrounding communities. Now more than ever we need to support these initiatives to attempt to combat the effects of cuts and increasing basic costs. Wholeheartedly support this. 244
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Janet Frame Address: 40 Charles Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great idea though sad home now closed but great plan for community resource. Customer Details Name: Mr Craig Curtis Address: 6 St Vincent Place Lanark Laanrk Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Lauren Thomson Address: 54 howgate road Roberton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Strongly support. Healthy Valleys provide such a vast amount of community support to all ages, and tgis premises will help us all. Customer Details Name: Mr Sean Black Address: 54 Howgate Road BIGGAR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys are a fantastic charity and deserve all the help they can get Customer Details Name: Ms Shenagh Wilkinson Address: 80 Main Street Douglas, Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a wonderful organisation and a secure place to continue their good works is essential. Being centrally located, McClymont House is ideally situated for Healthy Valleys to bring even more amazing services to communities who would otherwise be overlooked. 245
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Ross Odger Address: 12 Gillbank avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Karen Dobbins Address: 18 Dovecot Lane Lanark Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys provide a very important service locally and it would be great for them to be situated in a central location in Lanark and allow greater access to services Customer Details Name: Mrs Sheila Gray Address: 49 Ennerdale Terrace Seacliffe Whitehaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I was born and brought up in Coalburn and heard about this proposal via my niece, who lives in Lesmahagow and works in Lanark, and strongly supports it. It would greatly benefit the community. Customer Details Name: Kenneth Gray Address: 49 Ennerdale Terrace Whitehaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 246
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Linda Turnbull Address: 5 Glengowan Millheugh Brae Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Due to severe lack of maintenance over many years and poor management SLC have over the last few years closed so many of their local halls resulting in many groups and classes either folding or having to find alternative accommodation outwith their local area. The success of this venture will provide much needed available space thus benefiting the Charity and the whole local community. Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen Tracey Address: 1 Thomas Rogerson Mews Morpeth Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Alison Watson Address: 54 kirkfield Road Kirkfielbank Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Shirley Address: Flat C 11 High Street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Hardworking, dedicated group which deserves to have premises for their future endeavours 247
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: John Douglas Address: 12 Byretown Gardens. Kirkfieldbank Kirkfieldbank, Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Halbert Address: 1/3 Station Road Blantyre Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Our organisation Liber8 Lanarkshire has worked alongside and in partnership with Health Valleys for approximately 18 years. We enthusiastically give our support to their CAT request, knowing that the wealth of services that will benefit South Lanarkshire's rural area will be services born from community consultation and needs and will meet the highest quality standards. Our clients have been fortunate to utilise some of Healthy Valleys existing service and they give testimony to the benefit these services bring. In addition, we all know only too well the additional challenges people in rural communities face and while we try our best to operate a peripatetic approach this is becoming increasingly difficult. Having a partner organisation having a well maintained safe premise will benefit many of the organisations who provide services to the rural community. The opportunities could be endless and really improve existing service provision. Securing suitable premises for activities, programmes and a meeting space for our clients in the rural community has been very challenging, therefore the prospect of being able to work with Healthy Valleys to utilise their proposed community hub is a welcomed and an exciting prospect. Furthermore, having worked with Health Valleys for this period of time we can testify to the quality organisation that it is; their governance, management and delivery standards are of the highest level and we feel they are a credible, well run organisation whose vison and ethos has always had community consultation and rural communities at the heart. For these reasons we fully support their CAT request Customer Details Name: Mrs Mary Wilson Address: Cormiston Road 42 Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 248
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Fiona Dryburgh Address: Machan Trust 2 Marshall Street Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Excellent idea to have a community facility in McClymont house. Healthy Valleys will excel in this venture. Customer Details Name: Miss Donna Marshall Address: 3 Caledonian Avenue Crawford Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is exactly the sort of proposal that community asset transfers should be for. Desperately needed by the community so please support Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Frame Address: Little Galla Wiston Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys is an extremely vital part of the community. Having a local hub would make it more accessible to the people who needs this service. Customer Details Name: Mr Mark Slorance Address: GBT Shott Healthy Living Centre, Kirk Road, Shotts Shotts Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully Support 249
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Patricia Mavor Address: WATIF Loanhead Farm West Calder Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:The community asset transfer of McClymont House is a great opportunity for our communities to enable Healthy Valleys to support our residents in their time of need . WATIF is a community development trust based in rural Clydesdale and we already work in partnership with Healthy Valleys. We fully support this opportunity and we ourselves understand the importance of an asset to enable us to provide essential services to our community. We look forward to continuing to work with Healthy Valleys on a number of our projects including community transport in the future, all for the benefit of our communities within Clydesdale. communities. Customer Details Name: Mrs elaine morrison Address: carstairs junction primary coronation street carstairs junction Lanrk Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Liz Steele Address: Drakelaw Abington Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:For many years Healthy Valleys has supported local communities in Clydesdale to live healthier and happier lives. For several years since they were moved out of Lockart Hospital, Health Valleys have managed to work at capacity from various locations despite the constraints. Having a central base set up as a purpose specific venue is a perfect solution for the longevity of the organisation and wider benefit for the communities involved.. Customer Details Name: Mrs Alexis Kerr Address: 15 Broompark Drive Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Community asset transfers are great opportunities for local organisations they make these buildings a much loved part of the community. There are many successfully examples of this across the country this will be too 250
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Eric Clark Address: 28 Devonburn Road Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Good luck. About time you get a decent premises! Hope it goes well. Customer Details Name: Mr Jeremy Sumpster Address: 113a High Street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Stephanie McCabe Address: 218 Lanark Road Hazelbank Hazelbank, Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would so help our community Customer Details Name: Mrs Victoria Ram Address: 49 Holm Road Crossford Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Angela Russell Address: 21 holding Stonebyres Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Excellent company who'll support the community. 251
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Kathryn Orr Address: 12 Scoular Ha Place Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is an excellent charity which provides lots of support to the local community. I fully support their efforts in securing this building in order to further expand the support they can offer to people. Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorna Davidson Address: 12 Eastfield Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be ideal base for community support and central for people to reach re: local transport. Customer Details Name: Mr Mark Kay Address: 22 Kennoway Crescent Ferniegair Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs KAREN SHIELDS Address: 10 Goremire Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support this transfer request as Happy Valleys can use this building for the good of the community. 252
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Sharon Rankine Address: Quit Your Way Service NHS Lanarkshire Coathill Hospital Hospital Street Glenalmond Building Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Having a central hub of this nature in Lanark would be a great asset , to enable a lot of service to better support the community in more rural areas . Our service would certainly be able to offer more tailored options of support , face to face within a central area if a facility like this was available . A central hub , and peer support has proven in other areas of Lanarkshire to be very effective in the uptake of services. Stop smoking Nurse specialist / mental health lead. Application Summary Application Number: CAT/24/0017 Address: McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ Proposal: Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. Case Officer: Iain Mulholland Customer Details Name: Mr Derek York Address: Finlay Dr Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It would be good to see the centre brought back into use. Healthy Valleys have a good track record and could make it an asset for the wider area. It's quite central in Lanark and not far from train/bus station. If it is re-opened, it would be good to see smoking shelter repurposed as a bicycle shelter. Customer Details Name: Mrs Joanna Mirea Address: 15 Homlwood Park Crossford Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 253
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen MacDonald Address: 6 Gallowhill Farm Cottages Strathaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:healthy Valleys do great work and having a base will really impact the local services and access to their support Customer Details Name: Ms Sarah Lowe Address: Calvados House Blackwood estate Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs jude irwin Address: 1 alloway gardens hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Paula Millerson Address: 30 Bickerton Wynd Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 254
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Application Summary Application Number: CAT/24/0017 Address: McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ Proposal: Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. Case Officer: Iain Mulholland Customer Details Name: Ms Johann Duffy Address: 5 Apollo Crescent Bellshill Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Lara Paterson Address: 75 Ambleside Rise Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Sandra O'Donnell Address: 12 Lockhart Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support the CAT bid by Healthy Valleys as they do a great job supporting vulnerable families. It would be a shame to see this asset going to the private sector when so much community work could be achieved. 255
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Dr Lorraine Cameron Address: 11 Nethanfoot Brig Road Crossford Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As a local member of the public, I strongly support this application. The empty building has great potential to be transformed into a valuable resource for the community. At a time when public services are facing significant cuts and the needs of vulnerable people in our rural areas are increasing, this initiative represents a vital opportunity to provide much needed support and services. Healthy valleys is in a strong position with established experience of delivering programmes to improve health and wellbeing, combat isolation and provide critical support to those who need it most. Utilising this hub would not only address immediate local challenges but also foster a stronger more resilient community. Transforming an unused building into a thriving community resource is a positive, pragmatic and forward thinking step that deserves full support Customer Details Name: Mrs Charlotte Marshall Address: 41 Dryburgh road Wishaw Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Would be great to see a beautiful building being used for The Healthy Valleys support. Customer Details Name: Ms Evelyn McCabe Address: 50 High Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a wonderful idea as the building would be used and not left to rot. Customer Details Name: Mrs Mo Paterson Address: 98 Glencoe Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is much needed and will benefit the community. 256
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr David Kennedy Address: 3 Loch View Caldercruix Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys have a proven track record as a reliable 3rd Sector organisation. They will manage the facility and maximiser its use and impact o local community through their expertise and experience in developing community programmes locally. I can think of no better way to ensure the facility is used to the betterment of the community. Customer Details Name: Mrs Helen Thomson Address: 14 well road Hyndford Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support this application for a community hub in Lanark. This will provide much needed community support for local residents. Customer Details Name: Mrs Susan Cornwell Address: 23 Third Avenue Auchinloch Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think this is an excellent choice of location for Healthy Valleys to take over McClymont House. Not only would this be advantageous for Healthy Valleys and its service users, but the wider Health and Social Carer network across Clydesdale. The vision they have for McClymont House is bold and innovative. They want to have a central, accessible, and welcoming community hub through which they will be able to reach more local people, providing support for Early Years, Mental Health & Wellbeing, and Community Food & Nutrition. It will also allow them to grow active travel, training, and upcycling social enterprises, supporting local skills development and building resilience on the communities. What is there not to like about this type of much needed community hub? Building Community Hubs like this is central to the vision that North Lanarkshire Council is building into their strategies. Healthy Valleys are prepared to do this for South Lanarkshire themselves. It was once a Home for the Elderly so in the eyes of the community..it still holds that easy access image. I support this very much needed application. 257
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Stacey Imrie Address: 8 Wellwood Ave Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Suzanne Stuart Address: 11 Gair Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Nicky Aldridge Address: 126 Main Street Symington Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Lisa Bell Address: 3 Forrest road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Hoey Address: 6 Eastend Terrace Carstairs Village LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 258
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Maureen Millerson Address: 30 Bickerton Wynd Blackwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Morag Pinion Address: Unit 1A, Cltdeview Shopping Centre BLANTYRE Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys Team are dedicated members of the rural community and a shining advocate for community development, making a significant impact on people's quality of life. It is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. We believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. One of the most commendable aspects of Healthy Valleys is their commitment to inclusivity and accessibility. They ensure that all, regardless of their background or financial situation, have the opportunity to participate and benefit from their activities, helping to strengthen the fabric of the rural community as a whole. Without hesitation Community Links (South Lanarkshire) supports this CAT application. Customer Details Name: Ms Allison Coulter Address: 93 Bankhead Terrace Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a great organisation. 259
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Stuart Clingan Address: Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Customer Details Name: Ms Nicole Watt Address: 4 Nellfield Court Braidwood Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be great for the community and stop a good building from being knocked down or rotting away. Customer Details Name: Mrs Samantha Steele Address: 113 Strathaven Road Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:During a very difficult time when NHS couldn't support me I was referred to Healthy Valleys who provided me with counselling. I'm not sure that I would be here today without that support. This Service is desperately needed across Lanarkshire 260
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Cristina Logan Address: Cleghorn Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people Customer Details Name: Mrs Catherine Souter Address: 27 West Ave Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would provide a very needed facility for vulnerable people in the locality. As a retired teacher I am very much aware of how much support is needed for thesr individuals and families to enable them to live productive happy lives. Customer Details Name: Mrs Vicki Waugh Address: Skills Development Scotland 7-9 Wellgate Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This move would be a more central location for the wider Clydesdale Community to access. The larger premises would also provide a more useable space for partners to use for meetings and events, bringing the service providers and service users together would allow for much better streamlined referrals and support for the service users. 261
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Rachel Thomson Address: 7 Holm Road Crossford Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Fraser Thomson Address: Mill place Thankerton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I Fraser Thomson fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Fraser Thomson Customer Details Name: Mr Ethan Running Address: 157 St Leonard Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 262
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Hilda McPherson Address: Douglas Universal Connections Ayr, Road Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Hugh Clarkson Address: 28 Main Street Longridge Bathgate Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Ehilidh Clarkson Address: 28 Main Street Longridge Bathgate Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Gary McMillan Address: 36 Bankhead Terrace Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Adrienne Grehan Address: 21 Braxfield Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Support 263
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Gary McGuigan Address: 21 Templegill Crescent Wishaw Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a fantastic project that will help many people within the local area. Customer Details Name: Mr David Brown Address: 37 Stewart Street Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys have an outstanding track record across Clydesdale. This organisation would continue to build on existing opportunities and with the new building have the capacity to develop new exciting provision. I 100% support this application. Customer Details Name: Mrs Wendy Forber Address: East Quatquoy Finstown Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Nancy Jackson Address: 4 Boghall Ave Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This facility would most definitely be an asset to the local community as a community hub Customer Details Name: Ms Lorna Gilchrist Address: 5 Stuart Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Feel this would be a benefit to the community 264
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Kayley Travers Address: 69 North Vennel Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr William Anderson Address: 45 The Crest Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great idea. It will allow Healthy Valleys to further enhance an already outstanding service to the Community. Customer Details Name: Elizabeth Frame Address: 61 Main Street Braehead Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Michael Keenan Address: 38 Bertram Avenue Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Very worthwhile and much needed building for all users. Customer Details Name: Mr Michael Keenan Address: 38 Bertram Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Very much needed resource required by all users 265
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Martin Address: 12 Lake Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As a volunteer I can testify that Healthy Valleys have helped people turn their life around both socially and in terms of health. Personally as a volunteer it has given me a purpose and a great insight into others lives. Customer Details Name: Mrs Jean McLuckie Address: Farmhouse, Westertown Farm Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Linda Anderson Address: Eastshield Cottage Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think that this would be a great use of the building and space. It would benefit the community and be an asset providing a lifeline for so many people in these difficult times Customer Details Name: David Anderson Address: Eastshield Cottage, Carnwath Carnwath LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 266
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorraine Cousar Address: Followsters Newmill Keith Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys have really helped my brother who has learning difficulties. He really looks forward to the different groups he attends Customer Details Name: Mrs Corrine Kennedy Address: 5 Corunna Court, Carluke, South Lanarkshire. ML8 4RF Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Elizabeth Allison Address: Overquarter Farm Yieldshields Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Derek McGuinness Address: 70 Waterloo Road Clydesdale North, South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Emma Cairney Address: level 2 houldsworth Centre Public dental service Wishaw Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:absolutely support this bid for utilising McClymont house for this purpose- What better way to support the community than having this in the heart of Lanark- allowing the team to continue the good work. 267
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Russell Address: 92 Loch Park Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Health Valley's provide such an essential service to some of the most vulnerable groups in our community. At a time when our health service is under such pressure and services there seem to be more difficult to access it is so re-assuring to hear that groups like healthy valleys are working to bring that much needed support to others, locally, in an accessible way. I fully support this application and hope that it can be granted and that this facility can become a well used community resource. Customer Details Name: Ms Krystyna Korsak Address: 35 Melvinhall Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys and their continuing support over the years has helped me deal with ongoing challenges. I cannot thank them enough. Customer Details Name: Mr Paul Duncan Address: Clydesmill Community Fire Station Cambuslang Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Scottish Fire and Rescue Service will happily support and interact with any Community Groups set up at this property with a view to improving Community Safety in the form of offering free Home Fire Safety Visits and Fire Safety talks if required. Customer Details Name: Mr Peter Gilchrist Address: 35 Braemar Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys are an essential local charity who need a central hub from which to develop and deliver their services and McClymont House would be perfect for this. It would provide suitable spaces for various types of services. 268
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Angela Ward Address: 74 HIGH STREET Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fantastic, good luck. this will be a valuable and required hub in the community. Customer Details Name: Mrs Vicky Grove Address: 38 Greenside Lane Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am strongly in support of Healthy Valleys being granted a CAT for this property, I feel they could put the building to exceptionally good use for the community Customer Details Name: Ms Joanna Reid Address: Hawksland farm Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Claire Rowlands Address: 12 McNeil Avenue Clydebank Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I work with a fellow charity organisation to Healthy Valleys and support the amazing work that they do within the community and believe that the asset transfer to this organisation will hep them to continue and expand the work that they do. Customer Details Name: Mrs marie Tracey Address: 169 Main St Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 269
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Barbara-Jane McIntyre Address: 30 Waterside Gardens Cambuslang Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would allow the applicant to offer a range of services to the local community in a purpose made facility. Customer Details Name: Mr John Watson Address: 7 Braeside Crescent Kirkmuirhill Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss leanne taylor Address: Loanhead Farm West Calder West Calder Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Karen Thomson Address: 46 hope gardens Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It is vital we continue to support our local community services to support our growing community. As a local resident I have utilised healthy valleys services resilient community and resilient family's. These have been extremely helpful to connect with other parents,carers and peers. I have also went on to volunteer as I am passionate on there services to the local community. 270
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Karen McCann Address: 15 Nursery Ave Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Carol Sanderson Address: c/o Regent House High Patrick Street Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Lisa Kerr Address: 47 Raeburn Crescent Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a great asset to our communities and we fully support this application. The work they carry out in the community is in valuable offering support and experiences to some of our most vulnerable community members. Customer Details Name: Mrs Julie Young Address: 5 Cleghorn Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Love this idea and making use of an empty building that is already being vandalised Customer Details Name: Mr Paul Stewart Address: Hallcraig street Airdrie Pan Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 271
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Helen Curtis Address: 36/2 Bannatyne Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Jane Kirk Address: 9 Blue Tower Douglas Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:There are never enough of these types of units and they can be a survivor-line for a community Customer Details Name: Mr Neil Girdwood Address: 1 Oldham Close Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr tom mitchell Address: 13 Hillview Street Symington Comment Details Commenter Type: Community Council Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This comment is for myself and also Symington Community Council who I represent as Secretary. Hopefully your application is successful as this facility cannot be allowed to be lost to the community and may also lead to a facility in Biggar area at a later date. 272
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss sarah Spiers Address: Summerlee House, Summerlee Road Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support this. Health Valleys is a valued service within South Lanarkshire, and I believe the Hub could benefit the people who need it and also partner agencies. Customer Details Name: Mr John Morris Address: 45 Briar Bank Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Hazel Morris Address: 45 Briar Bank Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Giovanna MacKenna Address: The Beacons Station Road Blantyre Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support Healthy Valleys proposal to transform the McClymont Centre into a multi- purpose community hub and enterprise facility that supports individuals, families, and communities in Clydesdale to live healthy and happy lives. A CAT for McClymont House will enable the sustainable future of an essential local organisation and help them to continue to provide vital, and for some, lifesaving services to support people dealing with challenging life situations or in crisis. 273
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Wilma Weir Address: Kersewell, Foulford New Trows Road Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Member of the public and employee of South Lanarkshire Council. Healthy Valleys has a positive impact on the local Community. Their work is invaluable. I have witnessed first hand the difference that they make to the lives of individuals. I have partnership worked with Healthy Valleys for a number of years and find them welcoming and helpful. Customer Details Name: Miss Diane Leiper Address: South Lanarkshire Council Larkhall Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Bannister Address: 28 Dunlop Street Strathaven Strathaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Strongly support Healthy Valleys having more permanent premises to continue their excellent work in Clydesdale communities. Customer Details Name: Charlotte Thomas Address: 4 Addison Gardens Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 274
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Margo Moooney Address: South Lanarkshire Council G73 2HF 169 Main Street Rutherglen Rutherglen Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As a partner service the joint work that can be facilitated between ourselves and Healthy Valleys has been invaluable in the Rigside and Rural area and we look forward to further joint efforts. This facility will be a fantastic addiction to the work and support being offered. Customer Details Name: Mrs Isabella Mcdonald Address: 39 Manse road Forth Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a tremendous asset which would benefit to a wide range of people in the local communities Customer Details Name: Mr Peter Campbell Address: 16 Roanshead Crescent Dalkeith Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I have worked with Healthy Valleys on a number of projects and have seen first-hand the good work they do for the community of Lanark and beyond. A permanent and secure premises in the heart of this town would be mutually beneficial to both their clientele (beneficiaries of their services), but also the general culture of community around Lanark, improving the public perception of SL Council. Healthy Valleys is a strong organisation with a great reputation, but has had to survive without a place to call home for years, and the community has suffered for that reason. Make the right choice here and grant them this building to operate their wide array or essential health & wellbeing services out of. Thank you for your work on this, and for considering Healthy Valleys for McClymont Centre. 275
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Susan Robertson Address: 2/1 2 Tollcross Park Gardens Tollcross Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fantastic idea, Healthy valley do so much for the community and support a lot of vulnerable people. Customer Details Name: Mrs ilisa stack Address: 1-3 Station Road Blantyre Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support as I think it is a great idea as they help the most vulnerable in our communities. I have had first hand experience of this. Customer Details Name: Miss Natalie Hopwood Address: Cairnhill 54 Station Road Thankerton, Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I would absolutely support Healthy Valleys application. Having worked as a partner agency for many years and being part of the local community feel this will be a benefit to the community for many years on lots of different levels. Customer Details Name: Miss Cheryl Jarvis Address: 138 Muirhouse Avenue Motherwell Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 276
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Bonnie Muir Address: 2 Colonels Entry Douglas Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Ewan McPherson Address: 45 Kilmany Drive Flat 1/2 Shettleston Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As the erosion of community services continues, it is extremely important that this space is given to the community to allow services to continue to those in need. Customer Details Name: Mrs Frances Wallace Address: 16 Mountstuart Ave Rigside Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys and all the staff work so hard to improve people's lives. They need a base to work from, so a long term position is vey necessary if not imperative for their long term vision. Customer Details Name: Mrs Frances Wallace Address: 16 Mountstuart Ave Rigside Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys bring so much help and support to local communities. They need a base to further work and this imperative so long term they can continue their sterling work. 277
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Sharon Hope Address: Biggar Youth Project 12 Clydesdale Close Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I cannot think of a better use for McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is a vital resource, especially as we continue to depend on the third sector for essential services. This reliance is unlikely to change in the near future, and McClymont House would serve as an invaluable hub to support these efforts. Customer Details Name: Kim Wolohan Address: 81 Cullen Crescent Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Jo Mcguigan Address: 100 vere road Kirkmuirhill Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I will never forget the support I received from healthy valleys when suffering PND, the work they are doing to support communities cannot possibly be overstated and the difference it makes to the lives of those they are supporting is immeasurable Customer Details Name: Angela Wardrope Address: Gowanglen Crossford Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 278
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Gary Murray Address: 2 Blackwood Murray Lane Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Richard White Address: 2 Wheatlandside Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Janette Forrest Address: Livermead Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Think it would be a benefit to local community. Customer Details Name: Mr Rowland Gibb Address: 21 Mid Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Aylene Hamilton Address: 2 Moss Side Drive Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be an amazing use of McClymont House and benefit many people in Clydesdale. Fully support this application. 279
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr John Hamilton Address: 2 moss side drive Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Jan Wilson Address: 10 Woodburn Gait Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Given that the very much loved and needed McClymont care home was closed despite local objections and the public consultation making it clear the local community was in its entirety against the closure, it would be a positive outcome for the site and building to be used to support others in our community. However, I suspect that there will be some council "smoke and mirrors" manoeuvres which will transfer the asset to another council department to bring in a new revenue stream and to enable contracts to be "awarded" to "preferred" suppliers. Customer Details Name: Mr Grant Sutherland Address: Flat 1/2 40 High Street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A valuable community resource that will make good use of the property. Customer Details Name: Mrs Hayley Somers Address: North Back Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would help lots of people and it will be a good use of a building. 280
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr J Millar Address: North Vennel Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Karin Murray Address: 2 Blackwood Murray Lane Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Dr Fiona Carnegie Address: 38 Holmwood Park Crossford Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I believe Healthy Valleys would greatly benefit the local community with the variety of services they provide. They help to lug a gap in the market not covered by health services Customer Details Name: Jim Neville Address: 5 Southcroft Way Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Janice Hay Address: 16 Armadale Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 281
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Sheila Clelland Address: 11 Lockhart Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Happy to support this venture as I understand it will benefit many vulnerable families in our community. Customer Details Name: Flora Neville Address: 5 Southcroft Way Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Amazing opportunity to have a great facility Customer Details Name: Miss Emma Forrest Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Barrielee Jack Address: 3 wilson drive Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 282
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Aileen Hogg Address: 18 Boghall Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support the proposal of asset transfer over to Healthy valleys. This will allow them to continue to provide the local community with various services and opportunities in a space to act as a main hub, to encourage families and other agencies to come together, helping to facilitate the wider community of all ages. Customer Details Name: Mrs Catriona Malone Address: The Smithy Dunsyre Road Newbigging Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:The work that healthy valleys does is exceptional in the community and I cannot stress enough how well I believe this organisation will use this building to support the local community. Customer Details Name: Fiona McAlister Address: 37a Waterloo road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Excellent use of a building for much needed public service Customer Details Name: Miss Naomi French Address: 18 Allan Avenue Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Andrew Lolic Address: 1/2 45 Craigmillar Road Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 283
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Anne McMahon Address: 6 Bellefield Way Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Would be a great to see this great facility being used. Customer Details Name: Janet Dickie Address: 31 Woodlands Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I know this organisation does really good work in the community. Having access to these new premises would give them a great central location and allow them to expand their range of support activities. Customer Details Name: Mr Lyle Cavin Address: 9 Lockhart Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys are a well established organisation who will take care of the building for the benefit of the community. This appears to be the only viable option presented for the future of the building and I think should be approved. Particularly to avoid the potential of derelict and ruin. Customer Details Name: Mrs Kathleen Thomson Address: 132 Murray Terrace Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fantastic group who support many individuals who are struggling. 284
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Arthur Martin Address: 24 Broomgate Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Elysia Small Address: 10 St Helens Drive Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Robertson Address: 100 Murray Terrace Carnwath Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Harry Thundow Address: 69 Somerville Drive Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Jennifer Malcolm Address: 12 The Beeches Blackwood Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Will be great for the community and healthy valleys to have a permanent base, thats accessible for those that use their services. 285
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Lesa Weir Address: 32 Broompark Drive Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a great location for Healthy Valleys. Healthy Valleys is an asset to the local community. Customer Details Name: Ms Shona Martin Address: 6 Hardacres LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys provide a valuable service in the local community with the staff and volunteers having "managed" admirably since losing their accommodation at Lockhart Hospital in Lanark. They have been moving from temporary accommodation to temporary accommodation combined with working from home for sometime. They require a base where they can settle in and stop wasting valuable time looking for new premises or having to run around the countryside to pick up necessary equipment, etc because it is not all in one base. People in the community also need to know where they are to be to seek the help required or for volunteers to know where find them. Customer Details Name: Miss Susan Thomson Address: Redroofs St Patrick's Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support the proposal that McClymont House is leased under a community asset transfer request so it can can continue to be run as a care facility for the elderly and infirm members of the Lanarkshire community. The fact that the Council are complicit in wanting to close this essential facility is tantamount to criminal and highlights the well known bias that South Lanarkshire Council are only concerned with ensuring that Hamilton and the close surrounds are provided with a superior service and facilities. This local facility in Lanark provides families and carers with respite from the constant exhaustion of caring for an older family member and offers support from knowledgeable and friendly staff. There is no alternative service to McClymont House within Lanark so the Council are just removing another much needed service in a local community. 286
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Kirsty Craigie Address: 138 Leyland Road Bathgate Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Caroline Craigie Address: 147 Overton Crescent East Calder Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms wendy mcinally Address: 380 Main ST Blantyre Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Regenfx is a partner agency with Healthy Valleys, and a partner with responsibility for delivering intense wraparound support to young people with problematic alcohol and substance across South Lanarkshire, To have this facility in Lanark would obviously be a great asset to the community but also to organisations like ourself, it is already difficult to access suitable accommodation in Lanark. This building would bring about many opportunities for all. We are in full support. Customer Details Name: Mrs Claire Thomson Address: Townend 118a Main Street Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:The use of an empty building for a charity that does so much in the local area would be of great value to the community. Lanark should benefit with more people working in the local area and using local shops / services etc. 287
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Lawrence Day Address: 6 Rashiehill Forth Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr John Bryce Address: 22 Castleknowe Gardens Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Moira Agnes Forrest Address: 31 Stuart Drive Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Helen Anderson Address: 47, Sherifflats Road Thankerton Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Graham Stewart Address: 17 Greenferns Blackwood Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great initiative which should be fully supported 288
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Charles Todd Address: 2 Mill Road Thankerton Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:It would be great to see this highly though of public building finding a new role in the community - rather than being sold off for housing development or whatever. Healthy Valley have a long history of useful community service behind them and it is good that they are still developing. Customer Details Name: Mr Frank Roy CBE Address: 354 Main Street Wishaw Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Lanarkshire Cancer Care Trust take Cancer Patients from every town and village in Clydesdale to and from their much-needed cancer treatments. Having the use of McClymont House would allow us to raise awareness of our service to everyone in Clydesdale. Customer Details Name: Miss Lauren Gregory Address: 38 Battismains Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr James Noble Address: 99 Castlegate Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A badly needed facility for the town 289
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Joanna Howson Address: 37 Stewart Street Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Emma Gibson Address: 10 Valley View Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:McClymont house is a fantastic building and placement within Lanark to provide community support. Access to families and individuals in Lanark and the surrounding area would support the community spirit already present in our town. Reinforcing the already present idea that local groups and organisations work better together. I fully support this desicion to establish a truly benificial community hub in the heart of our town. Goodluck to all involved and I hope to be an active supporter of the hub and it's values. Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Steele Yates Address: ML11 9DN LANARK Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think Healthy Valleys deserve a central location. I am curious, Are they taking g over the Care Home part as well Customer Details Name: Miss joan brady Address: 2 Oswald Gardens Braidwood Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Good luck to healthy valleys in your bid to save McClymont house 290
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Michael Booth Address: 17 Moss Side Crescent Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Biggar RFC would like to support this application. It gives HV a steady hub to work from and makes use of an otherwise empty building. Customer Details Name: Miss Chloe Riddell Address: Smyllum Park 44 Smyllum Park Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I think that healthy valleys should be allowed this building to have as theirs rather than relying on 3 buildings and other buildings to help them They are a fantastic charity and have helped me and my little girl so much Customer Details Name: Mr Alistair Stewart Address: Westpark 15 Lindsaylands Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Deirdre Walker Address: 8 Baltersan Gardens Quarter Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Always good to give any support where possible to voluntary organisations doing a good job, especially in the current climate 291
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Elizabeth Martin Address: 6 hardacres Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Dr William Sinclair Scott Address: 16 Ardrossan Road Seamill West Kilbride Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Having had involvement with the Healthy Valleys organisation for over 20 years, both as a former board member and as a former worker in NHS Lanarkshire, I would strongly support this application. Acquisition of these premises will enable HV to carry out their valuable services in the South Lanarkshire area. Customer Details Name: Mr Fraser Campbell Address: 18 Main St Carnwath Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a valuable community asset which should be supported, Customer Details Name: Miss Emma Forrest Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would allow Healthy Valley's to continue their great work in the community. 292
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Denham Macdougall Address: Woodend Lodge Thankerton Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a very important and useful initiative. Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Blacklaw Address: 40 Cormiston Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support the transfer of this currently empty property to be occupied by Healthy Valleys, such a worthwhile community service. Customer Details Name: Miss Charlotte Pooley Address: 10 Garman Way Hadleigh Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Andrew Blacklaw Address: 40 Cormiston Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Rhonagh Zawadzki Address: Middleholm farm Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 293
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Kenneth Thomson Address: 132 Murray Terrace Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Alexander Eliott Lockhart Address: Cleghorn Mains Cleghorn Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Nigel Pacey Address: 1 Blawhill Way Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Nan Murdoch Address: 1 Drumalbin farm cottage Carmichael Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Mccaskie Address: 18 mill rd Thankerton Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 294
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Mccaskie Address: 18 mill rd Thankerton Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Hannah Lopez Address: The Whittens Glendevon Dollar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr David Masters Address: 100 St Leonards Street Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys do excellent work in the community. Having them in a permanent base in the town would make a huge difference to them and support the excellent work that they do. The closure of McClymont House was a huge blow to Lanark and the surrounding community. Seeing the site being used to actually benefit the town would do a lot to lessen the impact of the initial closure. Customer Details Name: Mrs Christine Baillie Address: Crumhaugh Farm Sandford Road Stonehouse Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys need their own community hub so they can continue and expand their service to reduce health inequalities in rural South Lanarkshire. Healthy Valleys provide a huge range of various health and wellbeing programmes and activities which are a lifeline for many beneficiaries. McClymont House would be the ideal building for Healthy Valleys to be based from as central to rural South Lanarkshire with transport links for ease of the community to attend. Healthy Valleys have an excellent reputation and I know the building would be in very safe hands! 295
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Paula Harrison Address: 5 Springdale Drive Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Katie Wickham Address: 132 Murray Terrace Carnwath Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support the asset transfer to healthy valleys. I think this would be great for our community. Customer Details Name: Mrs Lesley MacIntyre Address: Unit 200 Centrewest East Kilbride Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys play a pivotal role supporting local communities in Clydesdale. They have struggled to find suitable premises which they have worked hard to overcome. McClymont House would provide suitable accommodation to support Healthy Valley's future plans. The multi- purpose community space could also provide opportunities for other local groups and organisations who are also struggling to find suitable space/premises. Customer Details Name: Dr Deepak Gupta Address: 2a Springfield Road Gatley Gatley Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I volunteer with Healthy Valleys. They need premises for a Clydesdale Community Hub. Please approve their application for gaining use of a vacant council property in the heart of Lanark. 296
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr stephen shaw Address: 4 bankhouse rd Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr stephen shaw Address: 4 bankhouse rd Lesmahagow Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Linda Smith Address: 2 St. Vincent Place Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great idea bringing Healthy Valleys more central and using accommodation. Customer Details Name: Miss Freya Wood Address: 2 Russell Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Yvonne Goldie Address: 54 Longdales Forth South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support the Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of McClymont House in relation to Healthy Valleys, this would make good use of the building. 297
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Ewan Cartwright Address: Saligo Real Estate Ltd 32 Banavie Road Glasgow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I, Ewan Cartwright of Saligo Real Estate, fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House.Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in needacross Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other localgroups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more peopleand continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities.A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bringpeople together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supportinglocal people. Customer Details Name: Valda Watson Address: 7 Braeside Crescent Kirkmuirhill Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Nowadays, there are so many pressures on the human psyche, the family unit and a scarcity of community groups to support them. It is the duty of the council to do what it can to facilitate this support to slow down the current decline in mental, emotional and physical health and assist foundational and preventative interventions for the benefit of the present and future generations. Customer Details Name: Miss Ruth Swan Address: 250 Wilton Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys is amazing and I fully support them. Customer Details Name: Mr Chris Burgess Address: 8 Bellefield Crescent Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 298
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Frances McIlwaine Address: Meadowbank 10 Main Street Leadhills Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Through South Lanarkshire third sector networking events I have seen evidence of the very valuable work carried out by Healthy Valleys - and in our poorer, rural communities in particular. I fully support their vision to develop McClymont House as a comprehensive, inclusive and accessible local hub which will allow them to expand and develop their work with the communities that need it most. Customer Details Name: Ms Vicki Allan Address: 7 Scott Street Room 3.5 Motherwell Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Betty Miller Address: 13 Kintyre Wynd Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys does so much for the people of Lanarkshire when other services are doing very little with all their continuing cuts. Also, getting a building that can help address a lot of the issues people face on a day to day basis could go a long way in relieving pressure on some on the council's departments and peolpe's reliance on them in the long term. Customer Details Name: Mr Jim Miller Address: 13 Kintyre Wynd Catluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 299
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Jean McCaskie Address: Dunarbhar Coulter Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Valerie Barr Address: 4 Bonnington Avenue Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Absolutely support this. Customer Details Name: Mr Grant McAra Address: South Lodge Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Denise Kennedy Address: 16 Woodside Lane Clydesdale North, South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr James Peat Address: 27 Carnwath Road Kilncadzow Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 300
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Kirsty Forrest Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Aileen Currie Address: Bogside Farm Gair Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Lynsey Clark Address: 14 Avenel crescent Strathaven Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Hugh Miller Address: St Nicholas Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Lesley Bingham Address: 6 st kentigerns rd Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be amazing support for the people of Lanark and surrounding areas. This building is perfect and would allow healthy valleys to further develop the amazing services they already have. This is a lovely building and can't think of better use for it. Do the right thing SLC 301
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Tom Arlott Address: 122 Vere Road Kirkmuirhill Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura McSeveney Address: Almada Street Hamilton Hamilton Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Health Valley's services are in place to assist some of the most vulnerable groups and people in the community. The use of this building to grow the organisation and to make it available for other organisations would be an integral role in accessing community resources. The knock on effect this would have on the demand for public services would be unmeasurable. Customer Details Name: Mrs Lynn Cochrane Address: Bleakfield Cottage Lamington Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys have been upholding the right to access to health and wellbeing activities for 20 years in South Lanarkshire. To enable them to continue and grow I feel that having this venue would be a considerable benefit to the local community. As other facilities are closed by the council it becomes more difficult to get good premises which are fit for purpose. The suggestions for what will be offered one the asset transfer has been made will, make a tremendous difference for the team and also for those who use the services of Health Valley - I am 100% behind this asset transfer request Customer Details Name: Mrs Lorna Macpherson Address: 18 Carwood Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 302
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Janis Terris Address: Glenview Millrig Road, Wiston Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:The group carry out great work and having permanent premises will allow them by to support more local people. Customer Details Name: Mr Allan Mcgarva Address: 3 Gladsmuir Forth Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A great idea. Customer Details Name: Miss Sarah Christie Address: 2 Abbey Road Place Stirling Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Natalie Johnstone Address: 81 Elderslea Road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:McClymont House was a thriving Community in itself, and with it being shut down it has left a gap in the area. Knowing this along, with Healthy Valleys not having a home (due to Lockdown and the Lockhart lying empty also) it would be a tremendous opportunity for Healthy Valleys to make use of McClymont House to not only bring the building back to life, but bring life back to the Community. Healthy Valleys have been growing and making an incredible difference for 21 years in the area, and with a home like McClymont opportunities for the local community will be in abundance. 303
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 This would protect the building, reassure locals, increase safety in the area, improve lives of many individuals through training and support opportunities and make a difference to many improving mental health, physical and emotional Wellbeing. Please give Healthy Valleys this house to make a home again. Customer Details Name: Mrs Maureen Booth Address: 17 Moss Side Crescent Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support this as a permanent home for Healthy Valleys Customer Details Name: Mr John Howatson Howatson Address: 6 Kirk Place Symington Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Nicola Stewart Address: 27 Holmwood Park Crossford Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer objects to the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Amazing service which should not be removed. Customer Details Name: Paul Malone Address: Dunsyre road Newbigging Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 304
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Daniel Malone Address: Dunsyre road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Irene Miller Address: West End 4 Main Street Carnwath Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Clydesdale Parkinson's Group support this endeavour in principle and endorse its aims however we have questions around time commitment and possible financial input re this long term project. We certainly wish to learn more about answers to our queries and hope to lead to some involvement. With best wishes for ultimate success. Customer Details Name: Mr Jack Dupre Address: 6 Lindsaylands Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Great initiative, would benefit many! Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Rae Address: 6 Lindsaylands Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 305
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Vishwanath Krishnamurthy Address: 20 Carnie gardens Elrick Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support this application Customer Details Name: Mr Arry Renton Address: Howgate Road Rowan Cottage Roberton Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:A centre such as this is crucial for the local community and out lying villages. They ensure the local community and vulnerable people have a hub where they can go for a myriad of support services. It is no exaggeration when they say that lifes will be saved; at the very least they will enhance many others. Good luck with this worthy enterprise. Customer Details Name: Ms Eileen Moore Address: 2 South Back Road Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I would like to support all the hard work that healthy valleys undertake in the community Customer Details Name: Tracey Palmer Address: 74 belstane road Carluke Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 306
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Gavin Baillie Address: Crumhaugh Farm Stonehouse Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr David Chalmers Address: 43 Main Street Symington Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Biggar and District Community Heritage very much support this proposal which will add considerable capacity to our local Community. Customer Details Name: Mr Andrew Howatson Address: 46 Biggar Road Symington Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Hannah Colley Address: 46 Biggar Road Symington Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Elizabeth Gilchrist Address: Crimp Cramp Biggar Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support. 307
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Dr William King Address: 17 Crosslaw Gardens Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:In these very trying times it is vital to offer services to support the most vulnerable and creating a hub in the centre of the town would be a valuable asset to meet these ends. Healthy Valleys is a highly respected group which deserves to be given the opportunity to make use of this facility. Customer Details Name: Miss Emma Robertson Address: 13auld coal drive Bonnyrigg Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Arnott Address: 20 Greenside Lane Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support this application to put the now vacant premises into a lease for a community group. This should proceed as soon as possible, especially as the vandalism has already started. South Lanarkshire Council, have a very poor record of protecting the empty premises that they own. (ATHOLL HOUSE) Customer Details Name: Mrs Judith Clarke Address: 117 New Trows Road Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys are already doing a lot of good, becoming even more essential with reduction in Council funds/provision. The community transfer seems an essential step in enabling their ongoing work. 308
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,gn .......... Customer Details Name: Mrs Alison Gilmour Address: 19 Priory Lane Lesmahagow Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-m issed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, s Date Print details: Name Address ... .......... Postcode .................. .....................· ... · 309
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a m uch-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign ./ ......... Date Print details: Name .. ...,.... Address................................ Postcode.................... 310
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-m issed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign .................................. Date Print details: Name............. Address ...................................................................................... ................. . Postcode .................... 311
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and cont inue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a m uch-m issed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign ... Date Print details: Name ........................ Address.......... ...................... ... .... .. ............. . Postcode 312
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign ......; ·············· Date . Print details: Name ........ Address Postcode................. 313
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer · Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign ............................................................. Print details: Name Date ... Address ........................................................................................................ Postcode ............ 314
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign ... . Date . Print details: Name .. Address.................. Postcode .... ......................... 315
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign ....... -................................... Date .. Print details: Name .............................. Address. . .. . ... . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. . . . Postcode... .................. 316
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lain Mulholland Community Asset Transfer Officer Community Engagement Team Communications and Strategy Chief Executive's Office South Lanarkshire Council Council Offices, Almada Street, Hamilton ML3 0AA Dear lain, Support for CAT/24/0017I Community asset transfer request for a 20- year lease of McClymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. As a direct neighbour I fully support Healthy Valleys' application for a Community Asset Transfer of McClymont House. Healthy Valleys is an essential local organisation which supports those most in need across Clydesdale, as well as working extensively in partnership with other local groups. I believe that a central, accessible base will enable them to reach more people and continue to build strong partnerships and resilient communities. A Community Hub will be most welcome in Lanark, and will not only help to bring people together, but bring a much-missed community asset back into use supporting local people. Yours sincerely, Sign ................................. Date : Print details: Name............................ Address . .................... Postcode ...................... 317
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Zoe Christie Address: 9 Broomage Avenue Larbert Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Denitsa Yoldova Address: 28 Breadale Road Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Stuart McGowan Address: 6 Smiddy Court Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer objects to the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Smiddy Court is a small residential street with many elderly residents etc and even when McClymont House was open there was insufficient parking and I feel the level of traffic this would bring is to much for the local area A play area (if outdoor) will attract groups in evenings and us residents have already had issues with this and police were aware but do not have resources to do anything about this I feel in this instance that residents need to be made more aware of plans and should be consulted as it will impact upon us 318
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Christine Finnigan Address: Northfield Cottage Crossford Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I wholeheartedly support this asset transfer request. As a community-led health initiative, Healthy Valley plays an abundantly important role in the nurturing and improvement of health and wellbeing across South Lanarkshire, particularly rural communities. For South Lanarkshire and Scotland to flourish we need to support initiatives like Healthy Valleys who do so much to help everyone not just survive but also thrive, particularly those people that are easily left behind. Do the right thing South Lanarkshire Council and support Healthy Valleys by approving this asset transfer. Customer Details Name: Mrs Julie Cox Address: 92 St Leonard strert Lanark Comment Details Commenter Type: Amenity group Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support this applicationthis building has been a big part of the commune for a good number of years it's great if it can be utilised it also has parking which is a bonus. Customer Details Name: Mr Angus Knox Address: Viewfield Biggar Road Carnwath, South Lanarkshire Comment Details Commenter Type: Community Council Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Carnwath Community Council fully supports this CAT. 319
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Customer Details Name: Mrs Amanda Taylor Address: 6 Brownhill Avenue Douglas Ml110PF Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors 320
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- GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 321
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Claire Hamilton Address: 6 wellburn lane lesmahagow ml110fp Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals 322
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Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 323
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Mark Hamilton Address: 6 wellburn lane lesmahagow ml110fp Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals 324
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Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 325
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs J Miller Address: 65 North Back Road, Biggar ML12 6EJ Biggar ML12 6EJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. 326
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- A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 327
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Elaine Hepburn Address: 45 the crescent Lesmahagow Lanark Ml110dp Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys are a valuable part of the South Lanarkshire communities. They offer such a wide range of help to the people, people who need support in the area. They are an amazing organisation who could do so much more with a base to work in and from. Their partners would be able to share this space, giving organisations based in Lanark a place to be and their beneficiaries access to both Healthy Valleys activities and other partners a proper community hub and health improvement venue for the whole population. There have been arguments about the state of the building. It might not have been suitable to continue as a care home , but the requirements for elderly care are different from those of Healthy Valleys and this building is suitable for Healthy Valleys in location,space and layout, all be it with some work but not as much as having to build a new building. The council have stated they wish to build "progressive housing"on the site, are there not other spaces they could develop Lanark needs a health improvement centre. Healthy valleys ardd ed willing to become that centre and without it the physical,mental,and emotional health of our communities will demonise and more burden will be placed on our already creaking NHS I support this CAT and hope to see it granted as soon as possible. Customer Details Name: Mrs Davina Howatson Address: 6 Kirk Place Biggar ML12 6LA Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:So sad and unbelievable that SLC would refuse this Community Asset Transfer as would do so much good in the community. As a member of the public and as a volunteer, I have seen 1st hand the support Healthy Valleys provide and difference they make. More than ever services are stretched and the 1st port of call for support is to Healthy Valleys including SLC/NHS staff and their clients/patients!! I strongly feel that McClymont House would make the perfect Community Hub for Healthy Valleys, which would support 1000s of people per year and would also support other local groups and organisations. I sincerely hope that SLC rethink this poor/shocking/bad decision 328
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Customer Details Name: Mrs Flora Neville Address: 5 Southcroft Way Biggar ML12 6ET Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and 329
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supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Clare Odger Address: 12 Gillbank Avenue Carluke ML85UW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. 330
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Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. 331
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The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Miss Patricia Moffat Address: 34 Loaningdale Avenue Biggar ML12 6GT Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; 332
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Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 333
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Application Summary Application Number: CAT/24/0017 Address: McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark ML11 7NZ Proposal: Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. Case Officer: Iain Mulholland Customer Details Name: Mr Gary Murray Address: 2 Blackwood Murray Lane Biggar ML12 6ZE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work 334
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Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 335
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Customer Details Name: Mr George Weightman Address: 3 kingshill view Law Ml85la Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Application Summary Application Number: CAT/24/0017 Address: McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark ML11 7NZ Proposal: Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. Case Officer: Iain Mulholland Customer Details Name: Pauline Nichol Address: 50 Whiteshaw Avenue ML8 5TU ML8 5TU Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am flabbergasted at the Council's decision to refuse the application from Healthy Valleys. I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need. Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community - A centralised location for food security initiatives - A space for active travel initiatives, in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. South Lanarkshire Council has a moral obligation to revisit this decision and hear the voices of the people in this community. 336
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Application Summary Application Number: CAT/24/0017 Address: McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark ML11 7NZ Proposal: Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. Case Officer: Iain Mulholland Customer Details Name: Miss Laura Pratt Address: 15 Bizzyberry Crescent Biggar ML12 6ZA Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Debbie Strang Address: 23 braxfield road Lanark ML119AH Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy valleys provides amazing service to many members of the community who desperately need it. I fully support this proposal. Customer Details Name: Mrs Heather Coke Address: 15 Friars Lane Lanark ML11 9EL Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Alexander Address: 7 Friars Lane Lanark ML11 9EL Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Think this would be fantastic for the community 337
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Wullie Stewart Address: 99 smyllum road Lanark ml11 7dd Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support Healthy Valleys CAT application for McClymont House. I can't believe SLC are going against what the community wants and hope they see sense and change their decision and listen to the community. Healthy Valleys supports 1000s of people and the Community Hub would be great for everyone living in Lanark and the surrounding area. SLC - please change your mind Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Boyd Address: 77 Rhyber Avenue Lanark ML11 7AR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Vikki Craig Address: 61 Woodstock Road Lanark ML11 7DJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 338
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs JAN CURRIE Address: 7 VIEWPARK RD BIGGAR ML12 6BG Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their 339
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr JOHN Currie Address: 7 VIEWPARK RD BIGGAR ML12 6BG Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. 340
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial 341
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr John Murdoch Address: 77 Rhyber Avenue Lanark ML11 7AR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Farhana Ahmed Zoarder Address: 115 Carlisle Road Crawford Biggar ML12 6TP Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Dear sir/madam, I hope you are well. I am writing to inform you that I am greatly disappointed with your decision to refuse the application. Healthy Valleys provides vital services to the community and helps to avoid other strains on the council. The projects it supports help improve the local community's mental health and physical wellbeing. Having a base provides the beneficiaries with a clear understanding of where they can go for support. I would appreciate it if you could kindly review your decision and instead agree this application. Kind Regards, Farhana 342
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Customer Details Name: Mr William Dewar Address: 6 Cherry Tree Drive Blackwood Lanark ML11 9TF Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. 343
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- A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Watson Address: 1 Bencroft Avenue Biggar ML12 6EU Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. 344
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Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. 345
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The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Gavin Baillie Address: Crumhaugh Farm Sandford Road Stonehouse ML9 3PB Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer objects to the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. 346
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Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 347
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Gavin Baillie Address: Crumhaugh Farm Sandford Road Stonehouse Larkhall South Lanarkshire ML9 3PB Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. 348
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Miss Ashleigh Burnett Address: 10 kildare drive Lanark Ml11 7aq Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 349
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Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen Pilpel Address: 8 Station Road Biggar ML12 6BW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys on a 20 year lease. Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is limited. They have a proven track record of twenty years improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. Healthy Valleys is a valuable local organisation which deserves the support of South Lanarkshire Council in providing a secure base from which to work. Customer Details Name: Lorna Diplacito Address: 2 Rowan View Lanark ML11 9FQ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I still support Healthy Valleys CAT for McClymont. I think the refusal was a poor decision. Health Valleys supports 1000's of people per year and this Community Hub would also support other local groups and organisations and I hope SLC listens to the community and reconsiders. Customer Details Name: Aimee Diplacito Address: 2 Rowan View Lanark ML11 9FQ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I still support Healthy Valleys CAT for McClymont. I think the refusal was a poor decision. Health Valleys supports 1000's of people per year and this Community Hub would also support other local groups and organisations and I hope SLC listens to the community and reconsiders 350
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Customer Details Name: Ms Ruth McElhinney Address: Hyndford Road, Lanark ML11 9TA, UK Langloch Farm Lanark ML11 9TA Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:100% support Healthy Valleys in the CAT of this unused building. In the refusal letter it states that 12 new homes will be delivered by 2030. Do you know it is now 2025? This is highly unlikely to happen given the current financial situation. I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. 351
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- A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen Mayo Address: 12 milton park square lesmahagow ML110DR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are 352
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principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and 353
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offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Eunice Meikle Address: 456a carlisle road lesmahagow ml110ju Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. 354
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. 355
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Olena Pidhirna Address: 51 St Leonards Road Lanark ML117DW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. 356
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. 357
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Yurii Pidhirnyi Address: 51 St Leonards Road Lanark ML117DW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals 358
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Denys Pidhirnyi Address: 51 St Leonards Road Lanark ML117DW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark 359
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community 360
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Mhairi Martin Address: 24 Broomgate Lanark ML119EE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; 361
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi- purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. 362
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Newlands Address: 47 Sycamore Gardens Blackwood ML11 9SX Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. Customer Details Name: Mrs Linda Jardine Address: 1 Braeside Terrace Kirkmuirhill ML11 9SD Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. 363
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Carol Barrie Address: 28 knoweknack terrace Kirkmuirhill Lanark ML11 9QU Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Customer Details Name: Mrs Rosi Coultas Address: 500 Carlisle Road Lesmahagow ML11 0JU Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework 364
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Robina Stewart Address: 84 Priory Crescent Blackwood Lanark ML11 9GZ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Customer Details Name: Mrs Roberta Grady Address: 2 Beechwood Kirkmuirhill ML11 9SH Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. 365
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Maureen Lennox Address: 10 Burns Road Kirkmuirhill ML11 9QS Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Customer Details Name: Mrs Maureen King Address: 8 Faulds Square Kirkmuirhill ML11 9QH Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. 366
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jo Kydd Address: 8 Thornton Drive Kirkmuirhill ML11 9SP Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Ferguson Address: 16 Woodlee Blackwood ML11 9SY Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. 367
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Richard Orr Address: 12 SCOULAR HA PLACE Carluke ML8 5WE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I strongly support Healthy Valleys' community asset transfer request for McClymont House, as do over 600 Clydesdale residents. While the Council cites prioritizing its own housing plans and the SHIP, Healthy Valleys has 20+ years of experience delivering vital health and wellbeing support in rural South Lanarkshire, tackling inequalities and aligning with Marmot principles. Their impressive track record includes supporting hundreds of families and individuals annually with parenting, mental health, and food security initiatives. Their community-led vision for McClymont House as a multi-purpose hub directly addresses local needs and aligns with community empowerment and climate goals. Refusing this transfer to demolish a sound building raises concerns about prioritizing community benefit and sustainability. Customer Details Name: Miss Stephanie Girdwood Address: 38 Broomgate Lanark ML11 7EE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated 368
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courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 369
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Graham Stewart Address: 17 Greenferns Blackwood ML11 9XT Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Customer Details Name: Mr John Mcfall Address: 31 Blackwood Court Douglas ML11 0QS Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Alex Hunter Address: 16 The Beeches Blackwood ML11 9YR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a great opportunity for the community! Customer Details Name: Mr Colin Barclay Address: 24 Vere Road Blackwood ML11 9RS Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 370
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Rosalyn Clark Address: 33 Lanark road Crossford Carluke ML85RE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Godfrey Address: 3 Dene Park Biggar ML126DD Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am very disappointed to hear of South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark and would strongly urge the Council to reconsider. I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals 371
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 372
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Margaret Young Address: 4 School Road Symington, Biggar ML12 6LT Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments neither objecting to or supporting the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I have worked as a volunteer with Health Valley's for years and cannot praise the work and staff who work tirelessly in our community. They are a vital lifeline to such a diversity of families and vulnerable people and I fail to understand why you are not bending over backwards to keep their essential work going on a place fit for purpose. McClymont House IS the ideal place to further their amazing work earning them many prestigious awards. Can I ask what future plans you have for McClymont House and the people who would benefit from the services provided at the moment by Healthy Valley's in a 'fit for service Customer Details Name: Mrs Christine Baillie Address: Crumhaugh Farm Sandford Road Stonehouse ML9 3PB Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. 373
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. 374
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Dennis White Address: 4 Vere Road Blackwood Lanark ML11 9RS Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I have read the council's reason for refusing this application and feel that proper cognizance has not been given to the impact that Healthy Valleys services have on the community. I have heard many people give testament to how these services have not only improved their lives, but have actually saved their lives. Building houses is all very well (and can be done almost anywhere) but we are talking here about building peoples' lives; people who are absolutely struggling to survive, and Healthy Valleys have nowhere else to go in the Lanark area. I therefore urge the council to re-consider their stance on this matter and allow Healthy Valleys the space to do what they do best and what the community is crying out for. Customer Details Name: Mr EVANS WATSON Address: 6, hunters way hunters way Kirkmuirhill ML11 9RH Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I completely support HV application of the asset transfer of McLymont House. HV are an asset to the community and this project is exactly what the comminty is needing. Therefore I would ask you to reconsider the application. Customer Details Name: Miss Brigid Nugent Address: 440 High St Newarthill Motherwell ML1 5SP Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer objects to the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark 375
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. 376
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Zoe Christie Address: 2 Rowan View Lanark ML11 9FQ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I still support Healthy Valleys CAT for McClymont. I think the refusal was a poor decision Health Valleys supports 1000's of people per year and this Community Hub would also support other local groups and organisations and I hope SLC listens to the community and reconsiders Customer Details Name: Mr Joe Diplacito Address: 2 Rowan View Lanark ML11 9FQ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I still support Healthy Valleys CAT for McClymont. I think the refusal was a poor decision Health Valleys supports 1000's of people per year and this Community Hub would also support other local groups and organisations and I hope SLC listens to the community and reconsiders 377
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Customer Details Name: Mr Robert Martin Address: 12 Lake Avenue Lanark ML11 9BQ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This would be a wonderful use of a council resource to allow the tremendous work currently carried out by Healthy Valleys to continue and indeed expand. They, through their various projects, have touched and improved the lives of thousands of individuals and families throughout Clydesdale. Customer Details Name: Mrs Helen Thomson Address: Langloch Farm, Hyndford Road Lanark ML11 9TA Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! 378
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It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. CAT/24/0017 | Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. | McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ 379
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Ian McAllan Address: 11 Lindsaylands Road Biggar ML12 6EQ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I wholly support the transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys. I am one of the elected South Lanarkshire Councillors for the Clydesdale East and see on a virtually daily basis the fantastic work Health Valleys undertake and the impact it has on my constituents. Having seen the Council decline the option of another site in Lanark I was extremely disappointed when McClymont House was recently declined. McClymont House is ideally suited for Healthy Valleys - locus, amenity, capacity - and if transferred I confidently predict we will see an enormous growth in its positive impact in Clydesdale. Customer Details Name: Ms Mairi McAllan Address: 12 St Vincent Place Lanark ML11 7LA Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As the constituency MSP for Clydesdale I strongly support a CAT of Mcclymont House to Healthy Valleys. Healthy Valleys are an outstanding organisation who support countless constituents with their health and wellbeing. They are a Clydesdale institution and urgently require a permanent address, having waited a long time for this and having been let down in previous arrangements. Mcclymont House would be the perfect home for Healthy Valleys to continue their vital work in our communities. I am very sorry that it closed as a care facility but it would be a happy ending to an unfortunate saga if HV were able to take it on and continue its community function. Constituents report to me that Mcclymont House is being vandalised. The sooner it is given a new function, the better as I fear it is slipping into disrepair. Healthy Valleys are a well established and well loved institution who have been serving Clydesdale for decades. They would be the perfect custodians. The sooner they are able to take it on, the better. I would be happy to discuss matters further. Thank you. 380
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Customer Details Name: Ms Lesley McCranor Address: karaulvin Main st Biggar ML12 6LJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. 381
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- - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. CAT/24/0017 | Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. | McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ 382
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Stuart Smith Address: Yetts Farm Libberton Lanark ML11 8LX Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals 383
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Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. CAT/24/0017 | Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. | McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ 384
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr James Dearie Address: 61 Chatelherault Cres Hamilton ML3 7PR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. 385
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- - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. CAT/24/0017 | Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. | McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ 386
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss lisa McCranor Address: karaulvin Main st Biggar ML12 6LJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. 387
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- - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. CAT/24/0017 | Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. | McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ 388
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura Dearie Address: 61 Chatelherault Cres Hamilton ML3 7PR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals 389
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Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. CAT/24/0017 | Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. | McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ 390
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Steven John McCranor Address: karaulvin Main st Biggar ML12 6LJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. 391
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- - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. CAT/24/0017 | Community asset transfer request for a 20 year lease of Mcclymont House, Smiddy Court, Lanark, ML11 7NZ. | McClymont Day Care Centre 1 McClymont House 1 Smiddy Court Lanark South Lanarkshire ML11 7NZ 392
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Laura McSeveney Address: 38 Community Road Bellshill ML4 2DE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. 393
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 - - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi- purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Sarah Monteith Address: 35 Millands Road Biggar ML12 6NX Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a fabulous group who do a lot for the community. I'm bitterly disappointed the care home/day centre for the elderly closed however I'd very much like to see a community based charity have the building to continue contributing to the community. Customer Details Name: Ms Geraldine Japp Address: 7 Jerviswood Road Lanark ML11 7PB Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support the community asset transfer of noted building to Healthy Valley who provide much of value to residents of Lanark and surrounding areas. 394
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Jillian Martin Address: 5 Hagholm Road Lanark ML11 7SG Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a great organisation that supports our community. I myself use this organisation for support and it's invaluable to me and my mental health. Our community needs organisations like this to help support vulnerable, ill and people needing extra support. I support this fully Customer Details Name: Mrs Lynn Williamson Address: 2 Bellefield Crescent Lanark ML11 7QY Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Karen Forrest Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I still support Healthy Valleys CAT request for McClymont House. I think the refusal was a poor decision as the building will be left to fall into a state of disrepair and ruin. Healthy Valleys help and support thousands of people each year and this Community Hub would also support other local groups and organisations. Customer Details Name: Mr James Forrest Address: Eastshield Farm Carnwath Lanark ML11 8LP Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I still support Healthy Valleys CAT request for McClymont House and I think the refusal was a poor decision. Healthy Valleys help and support many local people and this Community Hub would also support other local groups and organisations. 395
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Andrew Young Address: 5 Cleghorn Road Lanark Lanark ML11 7QT Comment Details Commenter Type: Neighbour Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:As someone who lives in the area it's is disappointing that SLC do not have any viable plans for this building and it is becoming an eyesore and a target for antisocial behaviour. Surely it would make more sense and have more community value to have the building occupied and used rather than to dilapidate further. Customer Details Name: Mr niall McShannon Address: Hyndford Road, Lanark ML11 9TA, UK Langloch Farm Lanark ML11 9TA Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Fully support Healthy Valleys in this application for CAT of McClymont House. I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, earl Customer Details Name: Mrs Wendy Johnstone Address: 4 The Loaning Crawfordjohn Near Biggar ML126SW Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I have lived in rural South Lanarkshire and worked in community development across the local authority since the early 2000s, when Healthy Valleys were originally formed. I have watched and worked alongside this fantastic Clydesdale Health and Wellbeing Charity as they seek to improve lives for individuals across the region, improve outcomes for children and families, and reduce health inequalities, in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the region. Their staff and volunteers are dedicated, passionate, caring and hard-working. 396
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Through the pandemic they were there, on the streets and in the communities, working with the most vulnerable, when most statutory sectors were unable to go out and engage. They literally put themselves on the front line. Their work is vital and central to the new Marmot Places Initiative, which South Lanarkshire Community Planning Partners are seeking to embed across the local authority and their partnership is key to the success of this initiative in the Clydesdale area. I have been aware of their commitment to securing a base premises to stabilise and grow the charity for some time now and the challenges they have faced in making this a reality. Whilst I am a strong proponent of social housing and believe that this is a priority across Clydesdale, I believe that in this instance having a stable base from which to grow and develop the work of Healthy Valleys is the key priority and should take precedent. Whilst I am a resident of a rural Clydesdale hamlet, I am familiar with all the local villages and towns and believe that having HV in McClymont House would benefit the commuinty in a myriad of ways. Customer Details Name: Suzanne Stiart Address: 11 Gair Crescent Carluke ML8 4BU Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Julie Young Address: 5 Cleghorn Road Lanark ML11 7QT Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Good use of a building by fantastic people Customer Details Name: Mr Steven McCranor Address: 32a Main Street Symington Biggat Ml12 6LJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr John Walker Address: Rosemount 14-16 Westport Lanark ML11 9HD Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This amenity must be sustained and as they are a local organisation already delivering excellent care services in the area, I fully support the asset transfer to Healthy Valleys. 397
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Customer Details Name: Mrs Lesley Walker Address: 14-16 Westport Lanark ML11 9HD Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Alan Watson Address: 10 Loch Lea Blackwood Lanark ML11 9ST Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This local community asset should be used by a reputable organisation, such as Healthy Valleys. The benefit to the local community cannot be measured if this building is utilised properly. Demolition or repurposing for the sake of it , should not be on the agenda. Customer Details Name: Mrs Betty Miller Address: 13 Kintyre Way Carluke ML8 5RW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. 398
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Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 399
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Jim Miller Address: 13 Kintyre Way Carluke ML8 5RW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. 400
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A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Dougie Miller Address: 65 North Back Road Biggar ML12 6EJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. 401
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Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; Midwives Health Visitors GPs/Link Workers Social Work Community Mental Health Team Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. 402
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The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Lesley MacIntyre Address: Unit 200 Centrewest East Kilbride G74 1LL Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! 403
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It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. I urge the council to revisit this decision and support Healthy Valleys to invest in McClymont House as a valuable community asset within Clydesdale. 404
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Customer Details Name: Mrs Julie Weir Address: 20 High St Lanark ML11 9FE ML11 7EX Comment Details Commenter Type: Unknown Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Paula Harrison Address: 5 Springdale Drive Biggar ML12 6AZ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals 405
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- Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Not Available Address: Not Available Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. 406
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As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. 407
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The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Stuart Harrison Address: 5 Springdale Drive Biggar ML12 6AZ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. 408
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- Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's nvironmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. 409
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Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Ander Harrison Address: 5 Springdale Drive Biggar ML12 6AZ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals 410
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- Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's nvironmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 411
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Customer Details Name: Miss Indi Harrison Address: 5 Springdale Drive Biggar ML12 6AZ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. 412
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- - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's nvironmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Grant Sutherland Address: Flat 1/2 40 High Street Biggar ML12 6BJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. 413
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As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. 414
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Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's nvironmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Ben Phillips Address: 5 Crosslaw Gardens Lanark ML11 9DL Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; 415
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- They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's nvironmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. 416
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Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs May Palazzo Address: 3 Moat Park Biggar ML12 6DW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals 417
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Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's nvironmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 418
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Miss Lisa McCranor Address: 65 Richmond Park Terrace 2/2 Glasgow G50DY Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. Healthy Valleys has made major strides for the community, and should be given full support and enabled to continue this work and reach many individuals and families. Customer Details Name: Mr Arthur Martin Address: 24 Broomgate Lanark ML119EE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. 419
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- They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 420
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Kam Harrison Address: 5 Springdale Drive Biggar ML12 6AZ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals 421
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Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community. This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's nvironmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 422
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Harrison Address: 41 Loaningdale Avenue Biggar ML12 6GT Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. 423
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- - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Duncan Mackay Address: Elmwood Biggar Road Symington ML12 6JU Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. 424
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As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. 425
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Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mrs Maureen Davis Address: 8 Bonnington Avenue Lanark ML11 9AL Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; 426
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- They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. 427
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Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Gianni Palazzo Address: 3 Moat Park Biggar ML12 6DW Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. 428
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- - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 429
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Anne Connor Address: Old Toll Kirkurd West Linton EH46 7AH Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Healthy Valleys is a well-established community organisation that is already providing services to local people. This is enhancing the work of Council and HSPC services and the work of other community groups through partnership working, enabling them to reach more people and work more efficiently and effectively. Having McClymont House as a base will extend the services provided by Healthy Valleys and other organisations to benefit more people, especially those in more vulnerable situations. Developing the building will keep a resource in the local community, empowering and benefitting people now as well as in the future. Housing is important, but experience has shown that having facilities that bring a community together and support the people and families who live there is essential to the short- and longer- term safety and wellbeing of local communities. Customer Details Name: Mr Graeme McGugian Address: 45 Nethercliffe Avenue Netherlee G44 3UH Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. Customer Details Name: Ms Margaret Halbert Address: Liber8 Lanarkshire 1 Station Road Blantyre Hamilton G72 9AA Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my deep disappointment and continued support for Healthy Valleys' community asset transfer (CAT) request for McClymont House. This proposal, backed by over 600 local residents, reflects a clear and widespread desire to see this valuable community space brought back into meaningful use. From what I understand, the Council's refusal is based primarily on the belief that the benefits of its own plans for the site-focused on social housing and delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan (SHIP)-outweigh those presented by Healthy Valleys. It is worth noting, however, that McClymont House had not previously been earmarked for inclusion in the SHIP until a recent update, outside of the standard five-year planning cycle. 430
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Further, the Councils plan will directly benefit 12 individuals and perhaps indirectly benefit their families; whereas the Healthy Valley proposal will directly and indirectly benefit thousands of South Lanarkshire residents for many years to come. In addition, at a time when Third Sector Community agencies are experiencing significantly reduced budgets, where premises and services have closed and will continue to close, the benefit of having access to McClymont House is immeasurable to them. Healthy Valleys is a respected and long-standing organisation, with over two decades of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing services across South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Their work tackles the social determinants of health, aligning closely with the Marmot Place Framework and the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES)-an initiative recently launched by South Lanarkshire Council in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. To illustrate their impact, Healthy Valleys' 2023-2024 Annual Report highlights just a few examples: -348 families received intensive support, with 624 parenting sessions designed to build confidence, skills, and stronger early life outcomes for children. -916 adults were supported with their mental health through 476 group sessions, equipping them with knowledge, coping strategies, and peer networks. -They ran a broad range of cooking and nutrition workshops, youth programmes, and an Active Travel project, reaching well over 1,000 individuals in total. Their primary referrals come from health professionals and statutory services such as: - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs and Link Workers - Social Work teams - Community Mental Health Teams - As well as direct self-referrals The vision for McClymont House under Healthy Valleys' leadership includes: -A multi-purpose hub for early years support, mental health services, community training, and social enterprise -A dedicated space for Active Travel initiatives, including a cycling hub aligned with the Council's own climate strategy -A central location for food security work, ensuring access to nutritious food for low-income residents -A space offering volunteering and employment skill-building opportunities -A shared venue for other local organisations to deliver services and collaborate in supporting the community This is a sustainable, community-led, and forward-thinking use of a structurally sound building that has been left vacant. By rejecting the CAT request and potentially moving toward demolition, the Council risks not only contradicting its stated environmental and social objectives but also missing a rare opportunity to invest in an established organisation that is already delivering measurable impact. Demolition of McClymont House-despite its sound structure-runs counter to sustainability principles. New construction carries significant environmental and financial costs. Meanwhile, repurposing an existing building for public good is both cost-effective and environmentally responsible. 431
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 The Council must explain why a community-driven solution was dismissed. If funds are available for demolition and rebuilding, then surely there is scope to support Healthy Valleys' work and infrastructure-work that already aligns with the Council's broader aims under CHES and the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015. This refusal risks being perceived not as a practical or strategic decision, but as a short-sighted dismissal of the needs and voices of the local community. I urge the Council to reconsider its position and work collaboratively with Healthy Valleys to ensure McClymont House can fulfil its potential as a vibrant, inclusive, and vital community hub Customer Details Name: Mr Jimmy Wilson Address: 17 Springbank View Plains Airdrie ML67JD Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:Why McClymont House Should Be Transferred to Healthy Valleys. Healthy Valleys: Proven Community Leadership. Established in 2003, Healthy Valleys is a highly regarded Third Sector organisation operating across rural South Lanarkshire. It exists to tackle health inequalities and social isolation by delivering a wide range of preventative, wellbeing, and support services. Their work includes: - Community-led health initiatives - Volunteer-supported home visits for vulnerable individuals - Carer support and family resilience programmes - Physical activity and healthy living services - Befriending and mental health support The charity works in direct partnership with NHS Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire Council, and the Health & Social Care Partnership (HSCP), often stepping in to fill service gaps for the most vulnerable people. It has a strong track record in governance, service delivery, and community engagement, and is currently based at Smyllum Road in Lanark. In short, Healthy Valleys is deeply rooted in the local landscape, trusted by public sector partners, and led by people who understand community needs. Awarding them McClymont House would be an investment in infrastructure that already supports statutory services. A Strategic Community Resource. McClymont House, while ageing, is not derelict. It is a large, purpose-built, accessible facility with residential space, communal lounges, kitchens, offices, and outdoor areas. Unlike many surplus public buildings, it is already designed for social use and does not require major structural changes for repurposing. Healthy Valleys' proposal was to lease McClymont House for 20 years to deliver health, wellbeing, and social care services, expand community outreach, and potentially create a community-led hub for Clydesdale. With a footprint of ~10,000-15,000 sq ft, it offers the kind of flexible space ideal for: 432
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 - Intergenerational wellbeing programmes - Drop-in mental health and loneliness support - Community meals, exercise classes, and training - Office and volunteering bases - Temporary accommodation for vulnerable groups All of these initiatives would relieve pressure on statutory services while helping local people stay connected and independent. Given SLC's stated ambition to support "people to remain at home or in their community for longer," this aligns perfectly with their own goals. Cost-Effective, Sustainable, and Local. Demolishing McClymont House may cost £100,000 or more, not including fees for asbestos removal, site clearance, or future construction. Building new "progressive housing" or hub facilities on the site would cost tens of millions (£15-£30 million depending on scale and design). In contrast, repurposing the existing structure through a CAT would offer: - Immediate community value at minimal cost to the public purse - An environmentally sustainable alternative to demolition and rebuild - No displacement of vulnerable groups or unnecessary resource waste. Moreover, Healthy Valleys has experience in securing external grants from public health, Lottery, and charitable trusts, reducing the burden on council finances and unlocking new investment into the area. Community Support and Transparency. The public consultation process leading to the closure of McClymont House was met with overwhelming opposition. Residents, families, staff, and local politicians, citing its lack of transparency and failure to reflect community will. In this context, rejecting the CAT feels like a second blow to the community, denying them a say in the building's future and removing the possibility of grassroots innovation. By contrast, awarding McClymont House to Healthy Valleys would: - Respect the legacy of care McClymont House represents - Empower the local community to decide the building's future use - Turn a controversial closure into a positive, community-led legacy. Consistency with Council Values. South Lanarkshire Council has already granted a lease to Healthy Valleys for a different facility on Smyllum Road, demonstrating trust in the organisation's capabilities. The refusal of the McClymont CAT appears inconsistent with that earlier decision. If the Council believes in empowering local groups and addressing rural inequalities, this is the opportunity to do so on a larger, more strategic scale. Yes, the Council may wish to retain flexibility around McClymont's use, perhaps for redevelopment. But Healthy Valleys proposed a long-term lease, not outright ownership. Lease conditions could easily include break clauses, shared use, or phased development options. The CAT process is designed to be flexible, such conditions could reconcile Council priorities with community benefit. Summary: A Missed Opportunity Worth Revisiting. 433
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 In a time of fiscal constraint, increasing demand for services, and growing social isolation, local partnerships matter more than ever. McClymont House is a physical asset, but it is also a symbol of community care and shared history. Rather than demolish or sell it off for private gain, it could be entrusted to a trusted local charity with a 20-year track record of delivering public good. Healthy Valleys has the experience, the network, and the vision to turn McClymont House into a hub for rural health and wellbeing. Reconsidering the CAT would be a courageous, compassionate decision, one that transforms closure into continuity, and policy into partnership. Customer Details Name: Mrs Maria O'Neill Address: 176 Invergyle Drive Glasgow G52 2BT Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I would like to support a review of the decision to dismiss the CAT proposal submitted by Healthy Valleys. An explanation to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected is necessary. The contribution that Healthy Valleys makes to the local and wider community is evident, and goes much further as extended family members see the benefits as their children/grandchildren thrive and prosper directly due to Health Valleys. There has been a vast decline in community buildings and this needs readdressed. The benefits of acquiring Mcclymont House would ensure a thriving healthy community for years to come. Customer Details Name: Mr Brendan Rooney Address: 23 Greystone Avenue Rutherglen G73 3SN Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support the bid by Healthy Valleys to become owners of the former McClymont day care centre. I believe this option offers the greatest benefit to local residents and communites. Shame on SLC if they knock this building down without giving an excellent community led orgnaisation the opportunity to develop the building for residents and communites alike 434
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: John McCafferty Address: 1/3 39 West End Park St Glasgow G3 6LJ Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Julie Kimm Address: 12 The Hamiltons 53 Union Street Hamilton ML3 6NR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr James O'Neill Address: 176 Invergyle Drive Glasgow G52 2BT Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I support a review of the decision to refuse the Health Valleys CAT application. I am aware of the excellent work that Healthy Valleys has delivered in its 20 years to the local community and beyond and its impact is lifelong. The acquisition of McClymont house by Health Valleys would ensure a well used community asset enabling families and communities to grow for many years. At a time when community centres and public resources are being diminished, South Lanarkshire Council should consider the long term benefits of Healthy Valleys being at the centre/hub of the community. Whilst it is recognised the need for more social housing, lessons should be learned from the past where emphasis was on housing with no community assets and many cities/communities are still paying the price for that today. 435
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Ms Julie Fox Address: 9 Stewartville Street Glasgow G11 5PE Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. 436
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 - - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi- purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Mr Mark Slorance Address: 31 Crawford Ave Lenzie G66 5hw Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Miss Alison Dearie Address: 19 kenilworth court Carluke ML8 5dg Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 437
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Stuart Smith Address: Yett Farm Libberton Carnwath ML11 8LX Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I fully support Healthy Valleys request as a result of the monumental benefits they bring to the community. Customer Details Name: Dr John Cassidy Address: 9 Stuart Avenue, Burnside Rutherglen G734JL Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:This is a great proposal and would provide the community with the services of a very well respected and experienced community led organisation. Healhy Valleys has a well deserved reputation and should be fully supported by South Lanarkshire Council and the local NHS trust. I am the Chair of Scottish Communities for Health and Wellbeing. We are a network of 85 community led health improvement organisations including Healthy Valleys. Our Board is made up of individuals from community led organisations across Scotland. we fully support this application. Please approve it. John Cassidy Customer Details Name: Miss Jade Carmichael Address: 82 Glasgow Road Strathaven ML10 6NF Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. 438
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mr Keith Ellwood Address: 6 Kirk Bauk Symington Biggar ML12 6LB Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Kathleen Ellwood Address: 6 Kirk Bauk Symington Biggar ML12 6LB Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Ms Ann Porteous Address: 14 Sillerknowe Court Biggar ML12 6AR Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Morgan Franchitti Address: 71 Main Street Symington Biggar ML12 6LL Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mrs Gillian Carmichael Address: 82 Glasgow Road Strathaven ML10 6NF Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. 439
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Customer Details Name: Mr Jim Carmichael Address: 82 Glasgow Road Strathaven ML10 6NF Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. Customer Details Name: Mr Calum Napier Address: 14 Dunlop place Strathaven ML10 6PU Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:South Lanarkshire Councils Refusal of Healthy Valleys Application for a Community Asset Transfer for McClymont House in Lanark I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. 440
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential 441
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi-purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. Customer Details Name: Ms Kirsty Andrew Address: 304/163 Fitzroy strest Melbourne 3182 Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: Customer Details Name: Mr Duncan McLean Address: 5 Whiteshaw View Strathaven ML10 6UE Comment Details Commenter Type: Member of public Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment: 442
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 Customer Details Name: Mrs Sandra McCrory Address: Registry House, 55 Victoria Street, Larkhall ML9 2BL Comment Details Commenter Type: Other organisation Stance: Customer made comments in support of the Planning Application Comment Reasons: Comment:I am writing to express my strong support for the community asset transfer request submitted by Healthy Valleys for McClymont House. I originally offered my support for the transfer, as did over 600 residents in the Clydesdale area, which evidences the strength of feeling regarding this request. As I understand, the Council's reasons for refusal of a CAT to Healthy Valleys are principally that the benefits of the asset transfer request are judged to be less than the benefits of the Council's intentions for the site and agreeing to the request would restrict the Council's ability to carry out its function as a social housing provider and the delivery of the Strategic Housing Investment Plan'. Healthy Valleys has over 20 years of experience delivering targeted health and wellbeing initiatives in South Lanarkshire, particularly in rural communities. They address health inequalities, mental health support, social isolation, early years support, food security, and active travel-all key factors in tackling the social determinants of health, a cornerstone of the Marmot Place framework. A couple of examples of what they achieved in one year (taken from their Annual Report 23-24, which has many more outcomes/outputs achieved) included; - They provided 348 families with intensive support and delivered 624 parenting group work sessions covering a variety of parenting topics. These sessions enable parents and carers to become more confident, skilled and connected giving their babies/children the best start in life to thrive. - Supported 916 individual adults with their mental health and delivered 476 group work sessions, providing people with knowledge/new skills/coping strategies and creating support networks to help them manage their mental health and wellbeing better. - They also delivered a range of cooking courses, food and nutrition workshops and certificated courses, support for young people (5-18) and an Active Travel Project - delivering 100s of more group sessions and reaching over another 1000 individuals!! It's worth noting that they support the people and families who are in most need and their main referrals come from; - Midwives - Health Visitors - GPs/Link Workers - Social Work - Community Mental Health Team - Self-Referrals Health Valleys has a community-led plan for McClymont House, their vision includes: - A multi-purpose community hub offering early years support, mental health services, training programmes, and social enterprises. 443
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Comments for Planning Application CAT/24/0017 - A space for active travel initiatives, including a cycling hub in line with South Lanarkshire's climate and wellbeing strategies. - A centralised location for food security initiatives, ensuring that low-income residents have access to nutritious food. - A place for volunteer opportunities, helping people gain employment skills while engaging in their communities. - A place for other groups and organisations to use and deliver their services, reaching and supporting even more people from the community This proposal aligns with the principles of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 and offers significant benefits to the local community. You make reference to the Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), yet there was no mention of this in the SHIP until recently, when it was updated in between its five yearly cycle. Healthy Valleys' proposal also aligns with the Marmot principles set out by the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland. (CHES). Healthy Valleys delivers essential health and wellbeing services, particularly in the rural areas of Clydesdale, where access to such support is already limited. The timing of this refusal is particularly concerning given South Lanarkshire Council's recent launch of the Collaboration for Health Equity in Scotland (CHES) in partnership with Public Health Scotland and the Institute of Health Equity. CHES aims to address and reduce health inequalities by tackling their root causes and enabling communities to thrive. Healthy Valleys is already delivering services that align with these objectives, improving health outcomes for some of the most vulnerable residents in South Lanarkshire. The refusal of the community asset transfer of McClymont House to Healthy Valleys raises serious questions. Why deny a third-sector organisation the opportunity to bring a vacant, structurally sound building into community use rather than allowing it to deteriorate and ultimately face costly demolition? Demolishing a structurally sound building contradicts the council's environmental sustainability goals. Demolition and new construction carry significant environmental and financial costs, while repurposing the existing structure into a multi- purpose community hub aligns with climate sustainability goals. Instead of dismissing this transfer outright, the council should explain to the community and Healthy Valleys why a valid, community-driven use of the building has been rejected. If South Lanarkshire Council has the funds to demolish McClymont House and build new housing, it would do well to invest in existing community infrastructure first. Otherwise, this decision looks less like financial prudence and more like a short-sighted move that will cost the community dearly in the long run. 444