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Motion · S5M-24065 · 3 Feb 2021

Refuweegee Supporting Communities Throughout the Pandemic

Lodged by Sandra White Standard Motion 18 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament commends the incredible efforts of the staff and volunteers at Glasgow Kelvin-based Refuweegee in providing emergency support packs of food, toiletries and entertainment to people across Glasgow with their no-questions-asked text service; understands that many foodbanks across the city have had to reduce their capacity or close due to the impact of the pandemic on the number of volunteers available, which has left many families struggling; believes Refuweegee’s delivery services have been a lifeline, having reached over 15,000 people so far and currently delivering around 150 support packs a week to families in need; notes that their services have adapted during the pandemic to meet the needs of the local communities they support, including the distribution of technology, mobile phones and clothing, and thanks all staff and volunteers for their commitment to providing assistance and support to families and individuals who have struggled throughout the pandemic.

Supporters (18)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.