That the Parliament congratulates Grampian SeaShed on receiving a £9,750 grant from the National Lottery Community Fund; understands that this award will allow the group to deliver fortnightly social events for retired seafarers that act as an opportunity to strengthen social connections and to reduce isolation; notes that Grampian SeaShed, which was founded in 2017 by the former port chaplain, Howard Drysdale, aims to reduce loneliness, share stories and build friendships after a life at sea, with the group meeting on a bi-weekly basis at King’s Church in the Bridge of Don area of the Aberdeen Donside constituency; commends the incredible work carried out by Grampian SeaShed, and wishes it all the best for the future.
Supported by:
Karen Adam, Clare Adamson, Jeremy Balfour, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Stephanie Callaghan, Sharon Dowey, Annabelle Ewing, Emma Harper, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Audrey Nicoll, Kevin Stewart, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance, Tess White