Big Society plans set for Uddingston Village Hall

After being closed last December, Uddingston Village Hall on the Old Mill Road may have a stay of execution following a welcomed pilot programme across the country which could see council properties transferred to third sector organisations.

Voluntary organisations such as the Uddingston Disabled Sports and Social Club who used the facility are amongst those who would continue to benefit if the project, which is now open for bids for voluntary groups - or even individuals - to take over the running of the hall, gets the green light.

This is a great example of the Conservative's flagship policy of The Big Society which is designed to create a climate that empowers local people and communities, building a big society that will take power away from politicians and give it to people.

The project has the support of both the Scottish Government and Cosla.