Employee Network

The council Employee Network give you a chance to share your experiences, raise issues and help shape how the council supports its workforce. 

Network themes 

There are four themes: 

• Ethnicity Matters 

• Disability Matters 

• LGBT+ Matters 

• Caring Matters 

Each theme focuses on different experiences and helps us improve our policies, services and workplace culture. 

Meetings and participation 

Networks meet every quarter and use a hybrid approach with the in person option being held in Hamilton HQ, with at least one meeting each year in other locations such as East Kilbride, Cambuslang, Rutherglen or Lanark and MS Teams used to support those who wish to attends virtually.

You do not need to attend every meeting. Even occasional attendance gives you the chance to: 

• hear about issues affecting colleagues 

• share your own experiences 

• help influence how the Council works 

The Network is a safe, supportive space where you can speak openly. The Council supports you receiving paid time off to attend. 

Getting involved 

If you are interested in joining the network, speak to your line manager. Managers are encouraged to support attendance where service needs allow. 

If several people in your team are interested, you may choose one representative to attend, share feedback with colleagues, and raise any issues on their behalf. 

Find out more 

To attend or find out more about: 

• Disability Matters, Ethnicity Matters or Caring Matters: email equalities@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 

• LGBT+ Matters: contact Ali Floyd or email employeenetwork@southlanarkshire.gov.uk 

Joining a network is a great way to connect with others and help make a positive difference.