Mid Scotland and Fife MSP Claire Baker today took part in Barnardo’s Scotland’s Make a Difference Day by volunteering in the local Barnardo’s charity shop in Cowdenbeath. Ms Baker met with Shop Manager, Amelia Howie and Cathie Thomson of the Baranrdo’s Children’s Service before spending the afternoon volunteering in the shop helping and serving customers.

The visit afforded Ms Baker the opportunity to learn how the fundraising role at Barnardo’s supports their varied children’s services. Barnardo’s work with more than 10,000 children, young people and their families in over 98 specialised projects in communities across Scotland.

Claire Baker said:

 “It was great to have the opportunity to volunteer with Barnardo’s and meet and serve local constituents.

“You cannot put a price on local volunteering and I can’t speak highly enough of those that give up their time for the benefit of others.

“That team in Cowdenbeath and their manager Amelia are a credit to the Kingdom and deserve all the praise they get.

 “I thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon in the shop and I would recommend it to anyone with a bit of spare time on their hands. Local charities such as Barnardo’s are always on the lookout for volunteers, so even if you have only a couple of hours a week to give then get in touch and you can make a difference too.”