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2024 Cllr Awards Scotland: The Winners
2024 Cllr Awards Scotland: The Winners
We are delighted to announce the 2024 LGIU & CCLA Cllr Awards Scotland winners! Congratulations to all of them.
The winners of each category have all made positive and lasting impacts on the lives of their constituents and have shown exceptional leadership skills. We are proud to recognise their contributions and celebrate their achievements.
Community Champion
Cllr Elaine McSporran, Glasgow City Council
Cllr Elaine McSporran of Glasgow City Council’s commitment to residents and the wider community is apparent to all. She provides support to countless community initiatives and projects and has a particular passion for tackling food insecurity.
Leader of the Year
Cllr Emma Macdonald, Shetland Islands Council
Cllr Emma Macdonald’s passion for local government as a facilitator of change is evident in her leadership of Shetland Islands Council. She is a champion of women entering politics and is committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent participation.
Young Councillor of the Year
Cllr Katie Pragnell, East Renfrewshire Council
Cllr Katie Pragnell of East Renfrewshire Council is determined to make a difference for residents. She is passionate about ensuring that no young person is left behind in education and is dedicated to making sure that young people are listened to.
Innovator of the Year
Cllr Annette Christie, Glasgow City Council
Cllr Annette Christie of Glasgow City Council is passionate about the power of culture and sport to change lives. Her determination to enhance the mental, physical, and economic well-being of all Glaswegians is abundantly clear.
Lifetime Legend
Cllr Betty Cunningham, East Renfrewshire Council
Cllr Betty Cunningham has served her constituents at East Renfrewshire Council for 25 years. She has spearheaded numerous initiatives to improve people’s lives including projects to combat loneliness and provide opportunities for young people.
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Thanks to our founding partners, CCLA
This year’s Awards are only possible thanks to the generous support of our founding partners CCLA.
CCLA is a leading sustainability fund manager, serving local authorities and the public sector, as well as charities, faith-based organisations and individuals, our purpose is to help our clients maximise their impact on society by harnessing the power of investment markets. CCLA is part owned by The Local Authorities’ Mutual Investment Trust (LAMIT), comprised of representatives from the associations of local government from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. CCLA Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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