Speaking after the publication of the judicial review into the legality of the ‘named person service’- created by the children and young people (Scotland) Act, which today ruled against a challenge to the provisions of the Act, Aberlour’s Chief Executive SallyAnn Kelly said: “Aberlour has supported the ‘Named Person’ provisions all along and we welcome … Continued
Schools across Scotland are now serving up free school meals to every Primary 1-3 pupil, following the Scottish Government’s expanded free schools meals policy coming into effect today. Aberlour’s Chief Executive, SallyAnn Kelly said: “Any public policy initiative that focuses on the nutritional wellbeing of ourchildren is to be welcomed. The success of the pilot … Continued
Aberlour has been celebrating the long service achievements of staff from its services across Scotland. Between them, the 29 members of staff have dedicated a total of 460 years to Scotland’s children’s charity! The achievements were recognised at an awards ceremony, which took place on Wednesday 3 December at the prestigious Stirling Castle. Staff experienced … Continued
Our wonderful corporate supporters, Mast Architects, who worked closely with Thenue Housing Association to design our Family Support Service in Glasgow, have had a busy month involving all staff with their Christmas Appeal. In choosing to support Aberlour, they are helping brighten the lives of Scotland’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable children and young people, who … Continued
Launched on 20 November 2014, the report reviews the extent to which children in Scotland are able to enjoy their rights as enshrined in the UNCRC. It reflects on the past year since the publication of Together’s 2013 State of Children’s Rights report and discusses what progress has been made and where further efforts are … Continued
With just five weeks left before Christmas, Barratt North Scotland has today (Thursday 20 November) launched an appeal with Scotland’s children’s charity, Aberlour, to help over 150 vulnerable children from Moray, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire enjoy a happy Christmas. The housebuilder is urging local people, businesses and organisations to donate unwrapped gifts to any of its … Continued
A unique partnership of the Scottish Government, businesses and the third sector bodies has been announced that will create an innovation programme for Scotland’s voluntary sector where charities can access funds and support to accelerate their enterprising ideas. The Social EDGE, which complements renowned innovation programme ScotEdge for Scottish business entrepreneurs, is designed to create … Continued
Scotland will be viewed as a world leader by fully engaging and empowering its 16 and 17 year olds as fully franchised citizens active in the development of a fairer, more equal and more prosperous country. The past few months have clearly marked a new era of democratic engagement. The Independence Referendum engaged young people … Continued
The event, which took place on Saturday (20 September) at The Sheraton in Edinburgh was a resounding success. Eight couples performed dance routines in front of a live audience, and were critiqued by three Judges – Andy Hamilton (CEO of CompanyNet), Pamela Mundt (of Microsoft Scotland) who won Strictly Come Prancing 2013, and Senay Taormina … Continued
Aberlour, Scotland’s Children’s Charity, today announced the judges for their flagship Edinburgh fundraising event, the popular and prestigious Strictly Come #Prancing. Strictly Come Prancing, which based on the popular TV programme Strictly Come Dancing, will take place at the Sheraton Hotel in Edinburgh on Saturday 20 September, and promises to be a perfect evening of … Continued
Aberlour, Scotland’s children’s charity has officially launched a new annexe building and increased disability support services on offer at its Options – Aberdeen service, while recognising the invaluable contribution of many supporters and funders who have made it possible. The Aberdeen-based service has extended facilities thanks to generous support from a range of supporters including … Continued
Strictly Come Prancing, the flagship fundraising event of Aberlour, Scotland’s children’s charity, has raised over £37,000 to support services helping disabled children in the Aberdeen area. The event, which took place on Saturday (30 August) at the Beach Ballroom in Aberdeen was a resounding success. Eight couples performed dance routines in front of a live … Continued
Aberlour has announced that it will be joining the Aberdeen Kiltwalk as a beneficiary for 2015. The Kiltwalk have now announced their 2015 charitable beneficiaries at a glittering evening event which took place last night in Glasgow, and which saw the organisation hand out over £300,000 in grants to local causes. The Kiltwalk is a … Continued
The Weir Family Foundation have made a generous donation of £20,000 to support Aberlour, Scotland’s children’s charity. The money, which was raised through a golf day and black tie dinner at the famous Gleneagles Hotel in June, will go towards funding four of Aberlour’s services across the country: £3,000 for Aberlour Family Outreach – Dumfries … Continued
The Crerar Hotels Trust, owner of Scotland’s Hotel & Spa, Pitlochry have shown their support for Aberlour, Scotland’s children’s charity through a generous grant. Aberlour, the largest, solely Scottish children’s charity works with children, young people and families throughout Scotland who need additional support to promote their development and wellbeing. It runs over 40-plus services … Continued
Aberlour, Scotland’s children’s charity has revealed the judging line up for its flagship fundraising event, Strictly Come Prancing which will take place at the Beach Ballroom on 30 August. David Lewis from Aberdeen’s Original 106fm, Liam Smyth of the Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce, Lesley McMullan from Baker Hughes, and making up the last place on … Continued
