A North Lanarkshire musical charity has been chosen for a significant multi-year cash boost.
Based in Newarthill Community Centre, Reeltime Music supports disadvantaged young people across North Lanarkshire.
The charity provides a platform to develop confidence and build skills and relationships through music through the provision of affordable recording and rehearsal services; workshops and training; volunteering; and partnership projects.
The landmark announcement by Creative Scotland will see a record number of cultural organisations receive stable, multi-year funding—thanks to a significant budget commitment from the Scottish Government.
Reeltime is one of 13 organisations that will benefit from a £3.2 million Development Fund, allowing them to transition into the Multi-Year Funding portfolio in 2026/27.
Motherwell and Wishaw MSP Clare Adamson welcomed the Reeltime funding boost.
She said: “Reeltime has transformed the lives of young people in our community.
“The charity helps to break down barriers and build aspirations for young people through music.
“We know there are tremendous educational benefits to music; it plays a key role in brain development and helps to develop language and motor skills as well as being a fantastic social activity.
“That is why supporting as many people as possible to access and participate in music is important.
“This huge boost to Reeltime will put an incredible charity on a sustainable footing, allowing them to make a difference to young people in Motherwell and Wishaw.
“We have to value our culture sector, and this investment strengthens our commitment to supporting the artists, performers, and organisations that enrich our lives.”
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