Wishaw msp backing new scottish government campaign to find more foster carers

FOSTER CARERS PLAY A VITAL ROLE IN SUPPORTING AND PROVIDING SAFE AND LOVING FOSTER HOMES TO CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE. THEY ARE KEY TO THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT’S AMBITION OF DELIVERING THE

PROMISE BY 2030. ROSS THOMSON 16:50, 20 May 2025 Motherwell and Wishaw’s MSP is backing a new Scottish Government campaign to find more foster carers. Foster carers play a vital role in

supporting and providing safe and loving foster homes to children and young people. They are key to the Scottish Government’s ambition of delivering The Promise by 2030. The Fostering

Network estimates that Scotland needs at least 400 more foster carers. The new campaign aims to raise awareness of fostering and encourage people in Motherwell and Wishaw and across Scotland

to consider the life-changing impact they could make on the lives of a child or young person. DOWNLOAD THE LANARKSHIRE LIVE APP TODAY The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The Scottish Government’s campaign will run across TV, radio, press and digital channels through May and June. A new website and advice line will support

people interested in fostering. Clare Adamson, MSP for Motherwell and Wishaw, said: “Becoming a foster carer is a wonderful opportunity to give children love, care, and support. “You do not

special qualifications, but you do need compassion, commitment, and a drive to help children fulfil their potential. READ MORE: Butchers Hugh Black & Sons' link sausage crowned best

in south-east Scotland “Kids flourish with love and support. To foster a child is an incredible act and one that could have an extraordinary impact on a person’s life. “The Scottish

Government is running this new campaign because we need more foster carers. That is why I am encouraging people in Motherwell and Wishaw who can offer a loving home to find out more.”

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