As an amendment to motion S4M-15793 in the name of Neil Findlay (Cuts to Wildlife Police Unit), leave out from first “notes” to end and insert “welcomes the announcement that that the UK Government is extending its funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit (NWCU), which is based in Livingston; further welcomes what it sees as the work of Liberal Democrat MPs and MSPs in asserting pressure on the UK Government to extend that funding; understands that over 14,000 people have signed a petition calling for the unit to be saved; notes what it considers the sterling work that the NWCU does in preventing and prosecuting wildlife crime such as badger baiting and the killing of birds of prey; further notes with regret the increase of wildlife crime in Scotland, and considers the continuous funding for the unit a positive step in tackling this type of crime".
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As an amendment to motion S4M-15793 in the name of Neil Findlay (Cuts to Wildlife Police Unit), leave out from first “notes” to end and insert “welcomes the announcement that that the UK Government is extending its funding for the National Wildlife Crime Unit (NWCU), which is based in Livingston; further welcomes what it sees as the work of Liberal Democrat MPs and MSPs in asserting pressure on the UK Government to extend that funding; understands that over 14,000 people have signed a petition calling for the unit to be saved; notes what it considers the sterling work that the NWCU does in preventing and prosecuting wildlife crime such as badger baiting and the killing of birds of prey; further notes with regret the increase of wildlife crime in Scotland, and considers the continuous funding for the unit a positive step in tackling this type of crime".
Supported by: Tavish Scott, Jim Hume, Liam McArthur
Current Status: Fallen on 23/03/2016
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That the Parliament notes that 9 February is Safer Internet Day 2016; understands that the initiative aims to promote safer and more responsible use of online technology and mobile phones in the UK and across the world, especially among children and young people; believes that, in a recent UK-wide survey of 13 to 18-year-olds, 24% reported that they were targeted on the internet because of their gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability or transgender identity; understands that, in a 2014 survey of eight to 19-years-olds in Scotland by Respectme, 41% of respondents said that they had experienced bullying both in person and online, with 10% experiencing online bullying only; recognises the damaging impact that bullying can have on the victim, and supports action to tackle the problem.
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That the Parliament notes that 9 February is Safer Internet Day 2016; understands that the initiative aims to promote safer and more responsible use of online technology and mobile phones in the UK and across the world, especially among children and young people; believes that, in a recent UK-wide survey of 13 to 18-year-olds, 24% reported that they were targeted on the internet because of their gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability or transgender identity; understands that, in a 2014 survey of eight to 19-years-olds in Scotland by Respectme, 41% of respondents said that they had experienced bullying both in person and online, with 10% experiencing online bullying only; recognises the damaging impact that bullying can have on the victim, and supports action to tackle the problem.
Supported by: Jim Hume, Nanette Milne, Jean Urquhart
Current Status: Fallen on 23/03/2016
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That the Parliament welcomes the results of the first census of social enterprises in Scotland; understands that social enterprises are innovative, independent businesses that exist to deliver a specific social or environmental mission; further understands that there are over 5,000 social enterprises in Scotland employing over 112,000 people and that 68% of them pay their staff at least the living wage, and welcomes that the census shows that over 60% of social enterprises in Scotland have a woman as their most senior employee.
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That the Parliament welcomes the results of the first census of social enterprises in Scotland; understands that social enterprises are innovative, independent businesses that exist to deliver a specific social or environmental mission; further understands that there are over 5,000 social enterprises in Scotland employing over 112,000 people and that 68% of them pay their staff at least the living wage, and welcomes that the census shows that over 60% of social enterprises in Scotland have a woman as their most senior employee.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Jean Urquhart, Tavish Scott, Anne McTaggart, Jim Hume, James Dornan, Colin Beattie, John Mason, Richard Lyle, Rob Gibson, Liam McArthur, David Torrance, Hugh Henry, Stuart McMillan, Jackie Baillie, Neil Findlay, Dennis Robertson, Elaine Murray, Mark McDonald
Current Status: Fallen on 23/03/2016
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That the Parliament notes International Volunteer Day (IVD) on 5 December 2015; understands that IVD, which was established by UN General Assembly resolution 40/212 on 17 December 1985, celebrates the contribution to community, national and international development that is made by organisations that use volunteers; acknowledges what it sees as the important role that such bodies have in making a difference, and wishes them, and their volunteers, the very best of luck.
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That the Parliament notes International Volunteer Day (IVD) on 5 December 2015; understands that IVD, which was established by UN General Assembly resolution 40/212 on 17 December 1985, celebrates the contribution to community, national and international development that is made by organisations that use volunteers; acknowledges what it sees as the important role that such bodies have in making a difference, and wishes them, and their volunteers, the very best of luck.
Supported by: Iain Gray, Hanzala Malik, Jim Hume, Dennis Robertson, Hugh Henry, Bill Kidd, Kenneth Gibson, Rob Gibson, Kevin Stewart, Jackie Baillie, Liam McArthur, Anne McTaggart, Sarah Boyack, Lewis Macdonald, Margaret Mitchell, Roderick Campbell, Colin Beattie, John Mason, Jackson Carlaw, Neil Findlay, Margaret McDougall, Nigel Don, Elaine Murray, Siobhan McMahon, David Torrance, Gil Paterson
Current Status: Fallen on 23/03/2016
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That the Parliament notes the marking of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3 December 2015; understands that it promotes awareness and aims to mobilise support for issues relating to the inclusion of disabled people, outlining the benefits of an inclusive and accessible society for all; further understands that it has been commemorated since 1992; further notes that the theme for this year is access and empowerment for people of all abilities, and considers and regrets that disabled people still face substantial barriers to full inclusion in areas of transportation, employment and education as well as social and political participation.
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That the Parliament notes the marking of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3 December 2015; understands that it promotes awareness and aims to mobilise support for issues relating to the inclusion of disabled people, outlining the benefits of an inclusive and accessible society for all; further understands that it has been commemorated since 1992; further notes that the theme for this year is access and empowerment for people of all abilities, and considers and regrets that disabled people still face substantial barriers to full inclusion in areas of transportation, employment and education as well as social and political participation.
Supported by: Iain Gray, Tavish Scott, Jim Hume, John Mason, Margaret McCulloch, Mike MacKenzie, Graeme Dey, Anne McTaggart, Hanzala Malik, Joan McAlpine, John Wilson, Kevin Stewart, Liam McArthur, Gil Paterson, Jean Urquhart, Jackie Baillie, Kenneth Gibson, Ken Macintosh, Colin Beattie, Elaine Murray, Nigel Don, Dave Thompson, Sarah Boyack, Claire Baker, Clare Adamson, Hugh Henry
Current Status: Fallen on 23/03/2016
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That the Parliament congratulates Laura Burdin, who was an apprentice with Carnoustie Golf and Spa Hotel, on being named Modern Apprentice of the Year at the 2015 Scottish Modern Apprenticeship Awards; notes that the awards took place during a week of activity to promote, highlight and celebrate the importance of apprenticeships and work-based learning; acknowledges what is sees as the importance of modern apprenticeships in allowing young people in Scotland to learn new skills and build successful careers; commends all providers of modern apprenticeships and encourages more employers across Scotland to open up their businesses to apprentices, and wishes Laura and other apprentices the very best of luck in the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Laura Burdin, who was an apprentice with Carnoustie Golf and Spa Hotel, on being named Modern Apprentice of the Year at the 2015 Scottish Modern Apprenticeship Awards; notes that the awards took place during a week of activity to promote, highlight and celebrate the importance of apprenticeships and work-based learning; acknowledges what is sees as the importance of modern apprenticeships in allowing young people in Scotland to learn new skills and build successful careers; commends all providers of modern apprenticeships and encourages more employers across Scotland to open up their businesses to apprentices, and wishes Laura and other apprentices the very best of luck in the future.
Supported by: Gordon MacDonald, John Pentland, Nanette Milne, Liz Smith, Anne McTaggart, Christina McKelvie, Iain Gray, Roderick Campbell, Richard Lyle, Jackie Baillie, Liam McArthur, Kevin Stewart, Hanzala Malik, Colin Beattie, Margaret Mitchell, David Torrance, Clare Adamson, Nigel Don, Gil Paterson, Lewis Macdonald
Current Status: Fallen on 19/01/2016
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That the Parliament notes that the annual international Transgender Day of Remembrance takes place on 20 November; notes that the aim of the day is to raise public awareness of hate crimes against transgender people as well as to honour those who have lost their lives as a result of transphobia; further notes that the day was founded in 1999 by Gwendolyn Ann Smith, and acknowledges the work carried out by the Scottish Transgender Alliance, which strives for everyone in Scotland to be safe and valued whatever their gender identity and to have full freedom in their gender expression, and other transgender rights organisations.
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That the Parliament notes that the annual international Transgender Day of Remembrance takes place on 20 November; notes that the aim of the day is to raise public awareness of hate crimes against transgender people as well as to honour those who have lost their lives as a result of transphobia; further notes that the day was founded in 1999 by Gwendolyn Ann Smith, and acknowledges the work carried out by the Scottish Transgender Alliance, which strives for everyone in Scotland to be safe and valued whatever their gender identity and to have full freedom in their gender expression, and other transgender rights organisations.
Supported by: Margaret McCulloch, Jean Urquhart, Patricia Ferguson, John Wilson, Elaine Murray, Jayne Baxter, Neil Findlay, Rob Gibson, Liam McArthur, Christina McKelvie, Stuart McMillan, Anne McTaggart, Drew Smith, Kevin Stewart, Dennis Robertson, Patrick Harvie, Jackie Baillie, David Torrance, Sarah Boyack, Clare Adamson, Gil Paterson, Lewis Macdonald, Dave Thompson, Mark McDonald
Current Status: Fallen on 19/01/2016
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That the Parliament congratulates the Aberdeen-based social enterprise, EuroBiotix UK, on winning the One To Watch award at the Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2015; understands that the enterprise aims to help the estimated 15,000 people who contract Clostridium difficile infection in the UK every year; notes that the founders of the social enterprise, James McIlroy and Matthew Bracchi, are fourth-year medical students at the University of Aberdeen; commends James and Matthew on their work, and wishes them the very best of luck.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Aberdeen-based social enterprise, EuroBiotix UK, on winning the One To Watch award at the Social Enterprise Awards Scotland 2015; understands that the enterprise aims to help the estimated 15,000 people who contract Clostridium difficile infection in the UK every year; notes that the founders of the social enterprise, James McIlroy and Matthew Bracchi, are fourth-year medical students at the University of Aberdeen; commends James and Matthew on their work, and wishes them the very best of luck.
Supported by: Tavish Scott, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Nanette Milne, Colin Beattie, Richard Lyle, Jackie Baillie, Mike MacKenzie, Nigel Don, Gordon MacDonald, Anne McTaggart, Lewis Macdonald, Kevin Stewart, Gil Paterson, Sandra White
Current Status: Fallen on 19/01/2016
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That the Parliament congratulates the Grampian Regional Equality Council (GREC) on its 30th anniversary; understands that the organisation was founded in 1985 as the Grampian Community Relations Council to support the increasingly diverse population in the north east; believes that it has highly dedicated staff and volunteers who provide a range of confidential services to people who have experienced prejudice; notes that these include counselling, visits to schools, translation and caseworker support; recognises what it sees as the importance of the work carried out by GREC and similar organisations, and expresses its regret that a number of people in Scotland are still subject to prejudice.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Grampian Regional Equality Council (GREC) on its 30th anniversary; understands that the organisation was founded in 1985 as the Grampian Community Relations Council to support the increasingly diverse population in the north east; believes that it has highly dedicated staff and volunteers who provide a range of confidential services to people who have experienced prejudice; notes that these include counselling, visits to schools, translation and caseworker support; recognises what it sees as the importance of the work carried out by GREC and similar organisations, and expresses its regret that a number of people in Scotland are still subject to prejudice.
Supported by: Jean Urquhart, Mike MacKenzie, Dennis Robertson, Jackie Baillie, Hanzala Malik, Nanette Milne, Liz Smith, Kevin Stewart, Nigel Don, Lewis Macdonald, Christina McKelvie, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Sandra White
Current Status: Fallen on 19/01/2016
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That the Parliament welcomes Prisoners’ Week 2015, which will take place from 15 to 22 November; notes that this is the 40th year of this initiative taking place and this year the focus will be to challenge the notion of us and them; further notes that the week will consist of a series of events in communities and in prisons, organised by the prison service chaplaincy teams and their colleagues; understands that some prisons will have services to which the families of prisoners will be invited, offering support also to the children and partners of those in custody; congratulates prison service chaplaincy teams on doing their bit in engaging with communities and prisoners alike to ensure that no one is left behind; acknowledges the importance of links between communities and prisoners in an effective rehabilitation process, and wishes to encourage strengthened relationships between prisons and their local communities.
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That the Parliament welcomes Prisoners’ Week 2015, which will take place from 15 to 22 November; notes that this is the 40th year of this initiative taking place and this year the focus will be to challenge the notion of us and them; further notes that the week will consist of a series of events in communities and in prisons, organised by the prison service chaplaincy teams and their colleagues; understands that some prisons will have services to which the families of prisoners will be invited, offering support also to the children and partners of those in custody; congratulates prison service chaplaincy teams on doing their bit in engaging with communities and prisoners alike to ensure that no one is left behind; acknowledges the importance of links between communities and prisoners in an effective rehabilitation process, and wishes to encourage strengthened relationships between prisons and their local communities.
Supported by: Kenny MacAskill, John Mason, Jim Hume, Hugh Henry, Anne McTaggart, Stuart McMillan, Elaine Murray, David Torrance, Sandra White
Current Status: Fallen on 19/01/2016
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