The team took home the Integrated Care Award at the 2024 Scotland’s Health Awards.

This prestigious accolade is a well-deserved honour for their exemplary approach in addressing profound challenges associated with substance use through an innovative integration of public health, social work, recovery groups, justice services and families.

Gillian Booth, Justice Service Manager, said “We are absolutely thrilled to receive this national award. It reflects the hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit of our entire team.

“South Lanarkshire's Recovery Oriented Justice Service innovatively integrates public health, social and justice approaches with the communities, families and individuals affected.

“This joined-up approach has made a profound impact and we are delighted to receive this recognition for all the hard work and dedication of our team.”

Councillor Margaret Walker, Chair of South Lanarkshire Council’s Social Work Resources Committee, said: “I am extremely proud of our award-winning team and indeed all of the work of our Justice Social Work Services. This national recognition is testament to all the great work and dedication of our staff who continue to provide an outstanding service to our local communities.”

Professor Soumen Sengupta, Chief Officer of South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) added: “This achievement recognises their commitment, compassion, and dedication to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities every day.

“Our award winner, along with all the Lanarkshire-wide finalists, clearly demonstrate the outstanding level of commitment, care and compassion of our staff.

“It is a privilege to work with staff who demonstrate this level of commitment no matter the challenge. I extend my sincere thanks to them, as well as all our teams and services, who continue to work extremely hard for the people of Lanarkshire.”

More details about the Scottish Health Awards is available from the awards website.