FOLLOWING reports that that the UK government is set to cut £30million from the Big Lottery Fund in Scotland, our Chief Executive SallyAnn Kelly made the following statement: “If these proposals were to be implemented then the impact of a UK Government cut to lottery spending in Scotland on this scale would be devastating for … Continued
SCOTLAND’S children’s charity Aberlour has achieved a prestigious accreditation for putting its people first. The charity has been awarded Gold status in the Investors In People framework (IIP), which is the highest accolade available. The award represents great progress for Aberlour, which previously held the Silver status. Peter Russian, Chief Executive of Investors in People … Continued
BAFTA-winning film-star Paul Brannigan has announced his support for Scotland’s children’s charity Aberlour. The 28-year-old, who won the Best Actor award for his role in The Angels’ Share, has come out in support of the charity’s Getting It Right campaign, which launched this month. Paul, who has supported the organisation for several years, has become … Continued
Aberlour has achieved a respected accreditation for two of its disability services in Fife. Aberlour Options – Fife, which provides respite breaks for families from two specialist children’s houses in the area, has been accredited by the National Autistic Society (NAS). The accreditation recognises excellent standards of service provision for people with autism and Asperger … Continued
Aberlour has launched a service in Forth Valley for women experiencing mental health issues during pregnancy. Aberlour Perinatal Befriending Support will support mums from the time of conception, through to the baby’s first birthday. The service launch follows increasing awareness of perinatal mental health – the period before and after a child is born – … Continued
The fundraising event in aid of Scotland’s children’s charity, will return to the Beach Ballroom on Thursday September 10, during Offshore Europe. The competition, which takes couples from around the city and puts them through weeks of dance training in preparation for the night, is being sponsored by Rigzone, The Law Practice, Evoke IT and … Continued
The publication of the latest research from the SCRA (Scottish Children’s Reporter Administration) into Child Protection Orders (CPOs) in Scotland is illuminating and instructive. But while it demonstrates the organisation’s leadership and commitment to a vision where vulnerable children and young people in Scotland are safe, protected, and offered positive futures, it also serves to … Continued
As attention shifts to the 2016 Scottish Parliamentary Election, the territories over which this campaign will be fought have already started to emerge. How we answer the many challenges around the delivery of affordable, high quality childcare for a modern Scotland is clearly an area likely to create debate but we believe it is time … Continued
More than 70 candidates have received SVQs in a range of early learning and childcare subjects, after undergoing training with Aberlour. The students attended the SVQ Annual Awards Ceremony following the completion of their training with Aberlour Futures – Aberdeen City and Shire. Aberlour Futures, which is part of Scottish children’s charity Aberlour, is an … Continued
Three leading Scottish children’s charities have joined forces with Alpine Bikes and the country’s top cycling coaches to launch a brand new sportive event. The Iron Ride will take place in Tayside on September 20, 2015. The event, which is being described as one of the toughest cycling events in the country, has been set … Continued
Inspiring Scotland has selected nine charities to form a new Play Ranger portfolio tasked with helping more children in disadvantaged communities benefit from outdoor play. The nine charities will work in partnership to bring Play Rangers to communities in Edinburgh, Glasgow, South Ayrshire and for the first time ever, to the streets and parks of … Continued
Ballindalloch Castle will celebrate the 140th anniversary of Aberlour – Scotland’s children’s charity, by hosting a Fairytale Fun Day on Saturday 13 June. Boys and girls are encouraged to dress up as their favourite storybook, fairytale and superhero characters for the event, which will run from 1 – 5pm. Children will take part in a … Continued
Jurys Inn has launched a special afternoon tea package, to raise funds for its Charity of the Year, Aberlour. Customers can enjoy a luxury afternoon tea for two people, for just £20. This special offer is available between Monday June 15 and Monday August 31 (bookings must be made in advance). Jurys Inn General Manager … Continued
Scotland’s leading children’s charity Aberlour is marking Volunteers Week (June 1-7) with the announcement of its brand new Investing in Volunteers (IiV) status. The award, which is the UK quality standard for good practice in volunteer management, was made following a detailed assessment process at the charity, which has around 40 services for children and … Continued
The National Confidential Forum (the Forum) has been set up to allow people who spent time in institutional care as children to come forward and share their experiences, whatever they are. By taking part, participants will contribute to the Forum’s understanding of what it was like to be a child in care in Scotland. All … Continued
Sainsbury’s Bank staff have celebrated raising more than £55,000 for Scotland’s children’s charity, Aberlour. Chief Executive of the Edinburgh-based bank, Peter Griffiths, joined staff in a visit to one of the charity’s disability projects, Aberlour Options – Lothian, to mark the fundraising milestone. The service, which offers respite breaks for children with disabilities, recently had … Continued
Aberlour is celebrating 140 years of providing expert care for children. The organisation started life in Speyside as Aberlour Orphanage and was founded in March 1875. A fundraising dinner will be held at The Dowans Hotel in Aberlour next Friday, marking the start of a year’s worth of activity at the charity in honour of … Continued
