That the Parliament celebrates Stepping Stones, based in Clydebank, on marking its 35th anniversary in September 2026; understands that the charity was formed in 1991 after a group of locals came together to try and improve mental health in the area; notes that in 2006, it expanded its services and began providing services across West Dunbartonshire using rented accommodation, NHS and community premises; recognises that it offers a range of services to improve mental health, including peer support, group work, 1:1 support, person-centred counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)-based guided self-help, neurodiversity support, training and psychoeducation, and volunteer opportunities; believes that Stepping Stones provides a vital service in West Dunbartonshire and is a lifeline to many; thanks the team for their tireless efforts to improve the mental wellbeing of the community and congratulates them on reaching this milestone, and wishes them all the very best for the future.
Supported by: Heather Anderson, Jackie Baillie, Colin Beattie, Dawn Black, Miles Briggs, Ariane Burgess, Bob Doris, Cara McKee, Stuart McMillan, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance