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Chamber and committees

M Factor Recognised at the National Youth Work Awards

  • Submitted by: Clare Haughey, Rutherglen, Scottish National Party.
  • Date lodged: Wednesday, 30 July 2025
  • Motion reference: S6M-18425

That the Parliament congratulates M Factor, based at Rutherglen Universal Connections, on being named as a finalist at the National Youth Work Awards 2025 in the Equality and Diversity category; notes that these awards are hosted by YouthLink Scotland, the national agency for youth work; recognises that M Factor supports almost 50 young people with additional support needs, and aims to create a transformative and inclusive space where everyone is empowered to thrive; understands that the group’s activities are shaped by its members; notes that it integrates life skills such as money management, personal safety and boundaries and that it aims to expand young people’s opportunities and independence; believes that the group promotes confidence, social mobility and community inclusion, as well as being a place where friendships are formed and social isolation is tackled; pays tribute to the group’s organisers and leaders for their dedication and commitment to empowering and supporting its members, and congratulates all involved in the M Factor for this great achievement.


Supported by: Karen Adam, Clare Adamson, Jeremy Balfour, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Stephanie Callaghan, Sharon Dowey, Annabelle Ewing, Bill Kidd, Monica Lennon, Fulton MacGregor, Ruth Maguire, Mark Ruskell, Kevin Stewart, Paul Sweeney, Sue Webber, Annie Wells