“I am consistently inspired by the passion and commitment of the Friends of Merkinch Local Nature Reserve. What they have achieved in a few decades is nothing short of incredible, transforming the area into an amazing green space that is treasured by the whole community. Hearing Ally describe what the area used to look like while enjoying the peace and nature around me was breathtaking.“This is a prime example of the invaluable work that is done by volunteers in communities across the Highlands and Islands. The recent vandalism to the boardwalk is not just a blow to the Friends group but a loss for the entire community. It is a real shame that the group’s precious time and resources have to be spent on repairs, rather than on the amazing conservation work they do. I will support them in tackling this awful behaviour however I can.“I want to thank the Friends of Merkinch for all they do, and I look forward to working with them to ensure the reserve can continue to be a fantastic local asset for decades to come.”The SNP MSP had previously marked the work of the volunteers in Parliament, during a debate about community engagement.
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