Alasdair Allan, MSP for Na h-Eileanan an Iar, has welcomed the Scottish Government announcement that more than 100 organisations across Scotland working to tackle violence against women and girls will share in a funding uplift of £2.4 million.
The 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 Budget being approved.
Two organisations based in the Western Isles have been awarded an uplift - Western Isles Rape Crisis Centre, and Western Isles Women’s Aid SCIO.
Commenting, Allan said:
“Grassroots organisations across Na h-Eileanan an Iar are at the heart of tackling violence against women and girls. Their work is fundamental to creating a country free from gender-based abuse.
“I am pleased to see Western Isles Rape Crisis Centre and Western Isles Women’s Aid benefiting from this uplift. It will ensure that they can carry on strengthening vital services and continue with their commitment to supporting survivors.
“This funding boost will support these organisations, will help prevent abuse occurring and ensure that women and girls who have experienced violence can continue to access the support they deserve.”
