18-07-2025
Coatbridge MSP Fulton MacGregor introduces parliamentary motion hailing 'vital work' of Reach Advocacy charity
Following a drop-in session hosted by Reach Advocacy co-hosted by Mr MacGregor and Richard Leonard, Central Scotland MSP, the group gained cross-party support.
Coatbridge's MSP introduced a motion in the Scottish Parliament hailing the "vital work" a grassroots charity in the town does to improve outcomes for vulnerable communities
Reach Advocacy provides the only accredited advocacy training in a human rights-based approach.
Following a drop-in session hosted by Reach Advocacy co-hosted by Coatbridge MSP Fulton MacGregor and Richard Leonard, Central Scotland MSP, the group gained cross-party support.
However, despite this backing, and clear economic benefits of improving advocacy in Scotland, they are struggling to secure clear long-term funding.
Recent research reports how for every pound spent on advocacy services, it could save the NHS £7 and local authorities £5.
Mr MacGregor said: "Reach Advocacy are delivering vital, right-based support grounded in real experience.
"Their accredited training is changing lives and strengthening services.
"I'm proud to support them in Parliament and will continue to champion their work.'"
Derek McCabe, chief executive at Reach Advocacy, added: "Scotland is facing multiple crises, where many communities need advocacy support to help them get what they are entitled to and to empower them to understand their rights."
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