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Motion · S6M-11768 · 28 Dec 2023

Simon Community Safe Place Appeal

Lodged by Clare Adamson (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 21 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament commends the Simon Community on its Safe Place appeal, which aims to directly support people through its Lanarkshire services; understands that the charity is looking to raise over £200,000 to provide housing support, including crisis intervention and resettlement, to those either facing homelessness or who are homeless; notes that the Simon Community Scotland (SCS) is Scotland’s largest provider of homeless support services; understands that it is currently working with 84 people in Lanarkshire, who are at risk of losing their homes, 24 people living in SCS accommodation services, including a dedicated female-only service for those who have experienced domestic abuse, mental health or addiction issues, and that, in partnership with Barnardos and Blue Triangle, it supports a further 50 people; commends the work and support of the SCS staff and volunteers, and thanks them for their commitment to helping those during what can be their most challenging and darkest times.

Supporters (21)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.