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- The Herald Scotland
50 years of Glasgow charity's 'vital work' celebrated
The charity's first site, Somerset Place, served as a refuge for young women facing homelessness - one of the first of its kind.
Today, the charity reaches across the nation, operating 29 services across ten local authorities, which include sheltered accommodation for young people, addiction recovery centres, and a range of social housing.
With a rising housing crisis and more than 6,000 people waiting for homes in Glasgow, charity bosses say the need is greater than ever.
Blue Triangle CEO Gary Meek (L) with Bailie Eva Murray and BT Chairman Jonathon McNaughton (Image: Alasdair Watson) Blue Triangle CEO Gary Meek said: 'We started with one service here in Glasgow and we've expanded because the need has grown. But our focus has always been the same - helping people who are struggling to get the support and stability they need to move forward.
'This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our compassionate team who go above and beyond every day to support people through some of the most difficult times in their lives.
'We're proud of our history but more importantly, we're focused on the future and how we keep stepping up to meet the needs of communities across Scotland.'
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Currently, the charity helps more than 400 people every day through outreach and services, and plans to use a £5m investment from the Scottish Government to purchase more properties and expand their work.
Meek added: 'Homelessness isn't just about housing, it's about people. If we want to tackle this crisis, we need more than bricks and mortar. We need services that recognise the complexity of people's lives, and we need to keep listening to those who've been through it. That's the only way we build lasting change.'
