Congratulations to Lauren King of sixth year who was a finalist at the star-studded Sunday Mail Young Scot Awards ceremony last week. Held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and the Scottish Exhibition Conference Centre’s Clyde Auditorium, the event was attended by a host of celebrities. They had all come along to toast the 40 young finalists from across the length and breadth of the country, all of whom had given outstanding community service.

Clyde Valley nominated Lauren for her unselfish work as main carer  for her younger brother, Ryan, and for her work as a champion of the cause of young people, especially in her role as an elected member of the Scottish Youth Parliament.

Lauren was one of three national finalists in the ‘Unsung Hero’ category and was thoroughly deserving of her moment in the glitz and glam highlight if the ceremony presented by Radio Clyde DJ, Romeo.

Lauren is pictured with X Factor finalist Jahmene Douglas who brought the house down with a powerful singing performance.