Clydebank Asbestos Group welcomed to Parliament for hard-work

As part of Volunteer's Week, 10 members from the Clydebank Asbestos Group were in the Parliament on Wednesday (June 7) to recognise their commitment and hard work for people and families who have been victims of asbestos-related illnesses.

As part of the day’s activities, the volunteers got a tour of parliament, including the opportunity to visit the debating chamber and have lunch in the garden lobby. 

Ms McNair was pleased to welcome them and celebrate their work as part of volunteer week.

She said: “The contribution of volunteers is often unseen, but the work they do has never been more important, so it is important we take the time to celebrate their efforts.

“Clydebank Asbestos Group perform a vital service supporting the victims of asbestos-related illnesses, and I am well aware of how appreciative the Clydebank community are of their work.

“It was a pleasure to welcome members of the group to the Scottish Parliament and I look forward to joining them again as they come through to support my Members Debate on Mesothelioma on June 29th.“

The group got a tour around the Scottish Parliament (Image: Marie McNair MSP)

Clydebank Asbestos Group is a volunteer organisation that was set up in 1992 to help provide support, advice, and information for victims of asbestos and their families.

They perform a vital service supporting people in Clydebank and beyond.

Rachael Gallagher, co-ordinator of Clydebank Asbestos Group said: “It was great to come along to the Scottish Parliament as part of Volunteer Week 2023.

“Clydebank Asbestos Group wouldn’t be able to support our members without the vital contribution of volunteers, so it was wonderful for them to get the recognition they deserve."

To find out more about the group visit their website here.