EDM 1232: Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Workers national award

That this House congratulates the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Worker (CLW) team on winning the prestigious Community Link Worker Team of the Year award at the Voluntary Health Scotland annual conference in Glasgow on 7 May 2025; recognises the outstanding contribution of the team, hosted by Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface and Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, in providing vital person-centred support to people experiencing mild to moderate mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, social isolation, and financial pressures; commends the team for their collaborative work across two local authority areas and their strong connections with 198 groups and organisations offering specialist support; acknowledges the support of the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership and NHS Forth Valley; notes the important role CLWs play in reducing pressure on GP practices and improving wellbeing in local communities; and sends best wishes to the team as they continue their invaluable work across the region.