That the Parliament acknowledges that the Aberdeen charity, VSA, is celebrating its 150th anniversary, after being founded in March 1870 as the Association for Improving the Condition of the Poor; recognises that VSA, which operates on 47 sites across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, employing over 600 staff, and helping thousands of people every year, provides vital support and services to people of all ages across four core areas: Children and Families, Adult and Community, Education and Learning, and Carers’ Support; understands that the charity has planned a year of celebrations to mark its 150th anniversary, including an Aberdeen City Council civic reception and a charity ball at Balmoral Castle; acknowledges the contribution that VSA has made in supporting the physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing of those in need across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, and commends the staff and volunteers who continue to help VSA to build a strong and caring community in the north east.