The events in Castlemilk and Bridgeton coincided with Volunteers’ Week when volunteering takes centre stage.

The aim of Volunteers’ Week is to salute those who selflessly volunteer their time and energy to give back to communities everywhere and shine a spotlight on the values and rewarding benefits of volunteering.

Thenue seized the initiative on volunteering seven months ago by launching its own Volunteering Project under the leadership of Volunteer Co ordinator Christopher Somerville.

The aim is to provide volunteering opportunities and community-led solutions to help families build community relationships and help individuals towards employment.

Volunteering event one was a neighbourhood litter pick and garden tidy run by Netherholm Area Association, supported by Thenue. The second event was another litter pick close to the Bridgeton Community Learning Campus in the east end. Both attracted significant support from the wider community and Thenue staff members.

The Bridgeton litter pick was greatly assisted by youngsters from nearby Sacred Heart Primary School who, despite the rain, toiled enthusiastically and earned the gratitude of everyone involved for their hard work.

Christopher said: “Volunteers Week brings sharply into focus the benefits of volunteering, the impact it can have on people’s wellbeing and the results it brings to neighbourhoods. Thenue Housing is strongly committed to the concept of volunteering and there is no doubt our project is making a difference in our communities. We are grateful to those who continue to support it.”

Thenue chief executive Donna Henderson added: “Volunteering lies at the heart of the housing association movement, driven by people who give their time, skills and passion to strengthen their communities.

“From shaping decisions on Area Committees to bringing local projects to life, volunteers are a powerful force for positive change. Their contribution not only transforms communities, but enriches lives, creating stronger, more connected places for everyone.”