Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, welcomes new figures showing that 56,535, baby boxes have been delivered to support expectant parents across NHS Lothian.
Over 319,800 baby boxes have been delivered to expectant parents across Scotland. The baby box provides expectant parents with around £420 worth of essential items for their newborn.
Commenting Fiona said:
“I am pleased to see that 56,535 baby boxes have been delivered to expectant parents across NHS Lothian.
“The Scottish Government are choosing to prioritise supporting families and ensuring that children have a secure and healthy start to life.
“I am proud to see these new figures and will continue to support this initiative across Scotland and particularly in my own Constituency.”
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