Alasdair Allan MSP has welcomed the announcement by the Scottish Government of a further £30 million of funding for two funds aimed at improving mental health and wellbeing in adults, children, and young people.

The Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund for Adults has supported local community groups to deliver programmes focused on connecting people and providing peer support helping to tackle social isolation, loneliness, and mental health inequalities through activities such as sports, outdoor activities, and the arts.

The Children and Young People’s Community Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund supports local authorities to deliver community-based mental health and wellbeing support for young people aged five to 24 and their families including mentoring, art-based therapies, digital services, whole-family support, counselling, and sport of physical activities.

Commenting, the MSP for Na h-Eileanan an Iar said:

“The announcement of an additional £30 million in funding for community-based mental health and wellbeing projects will support adults, children, and young people across the Western Isles.

“This investment reflects the Scottish Government’s commitment to tackling mental health inequalities and providing essential support for adults, children, and young people across Scotland.

“The funds will enable grassroots initiatives to deliver vital programmes aimed at building resilience and addressing social isolation, through prevention and early intervention.”