Recognising the Valuable Work of Somebody Cares Aberdeen

That the Parliament congratulates Somebody Cares Aberdeen on reaching the finals in two categories at the Celebrate Aberdeen 2026 Awards; recognises that the charity works with over 90 agency partners across the city of Aberdeen, including Aberdeen City Council, Turning Point Scotland and Grampian Women’s Aid, to identify and support people who are rebuilding their homes, often having experienced poverty, domestic abuse or homelessness; notes that in June 2026 it announced a new partnership with Ribislaw Furniture Solutions. which sees pre-loved sofas and armchairs redirected from landfill to families and individuals that need them the most; recognises that this partnership reflects a growing movement among Aberdeen businesses to play an active role in addressing local hardship, and applauds the contributions of all staff, volunteers, trustees, donors, donators and supporters of a charity that can make a real difference to how safe and settled someone feels in their home.