Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, has welcomed the Scottish Government announcement that more than 100 organisations across Scotland who are working to tackle violence against women and girls will share in a funding uplift of £2.4 million.
This funding boost will bring the total Scottish Government investment in Delivering Equally Safe, which funds projects to prevent violence and support survivors, up to £21.6 million for the year ahead subject to the 2025-26 Scottish Budget being approved.
Commenting Fiona said:
“Grassroots organisations across West Lothian are key in tackling violence against women and girls. Their work is essential and will help to create a country that is free from gender-based abuse.
“Several organisations available to women across Scotland have received funding including Children First, Rape Crisis Scotland and Scottish Women’s Aid.
“This funding will also support West Lothian Council and West Lothian Women’s Aid to tackle gender-based violence in West Lothian.
“I am proud to see the Scottish Government provide this funding boost which will help prevent abuse and ensure that women and girls who have experienced violence can access the support they not only need but deserve.
“Anyone who needs support can contact West Lothian Women’s Aid on 01506 413 721 or via email info@wlwa.org.uk.”
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