That the Parliament congratulates RBS on its partnership with SafeLives, which is a UK-wide charity that is dedicated to completely eradicating domestic abuse; notes that, through this new initiative, the charity will consult on a range of bank policies, procedures and services to ensure that the best possible support can be given to victims of financial abuse; acknowledges that it will provide specialist training for bank staff including how to spot signs of financial abuse and provide appropriate help; commends the bank on appointing a dedicated financial abuse specialist who will work with its Customer Protection Team and will be available for telephone and video appointments; hopes that this partnership will help the bank better understand the impact of financial abuse on people in Central Scotland and across the country; considers this initiative will provide crucial support and financial advice for the victims, and wishes RBS and SafeLives well with this important new venture.
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That the Parliament congratulates RBS on its partnership with SafeLives, which is a UK-wide charity that is dedicated to completely eradicating domestic abuse; notes that, through this new initiative, the charity will consult on a range of bank policies, procedures and services to ensure that the best possible support can be given to victims of financial abuse; acknowledges that it will provide specialist training for bank staff including how to spot signs of financial abuse and provide appropriate help; commends the bank on appointing a dedicated financial abuse specialist who will work with its Customer Protection Team and will be available for telephone and video appointments; hopes that this partnership will help the bank better understand the impact of financial abuse on people in Central Scotland and across the country; considers this initiative will provide crucial support and financial advice for the victims, and wishes RBS and SafeLives well with this important new venture.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Miles Briggs, Jackson Carlaw, Annie Wells, Kenneth Gibson, Alexander Stewart, Finlay Carson, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Gil Paterson, Rachael Hamilton, Jeremy Balfour, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament congratulates Lidl on the opening of its state-of-the-art regional distribution centre at Eurocentral in Motherwell; understands that the 58,500 sq m warehouse is the company's largest in the UK and will support its current 99 stores in Scotland and the 100th, which is scheduled to open by the beginning of 2020; commends Lidl on the warehouse, which is bringing new jobs and investment to the area, and wishes Lidl continued success in Scotland.
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That the Parliament congratulates Lidl on the opening of its state-of-the-art regional distribution centre at Eurocentral in Motherwell; understands that the 58,500 sq m warehouse is the company's largest in the UK and will support its current 99 stores in Scotland and the 100th, which is scheduled to open by the beginning of 2020; commends Lidl on the warehouse, which is bringing new jobs and investment to the area, and wishes Lidl continued success in Scotland.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Bill Kidd, Alexander Stewart, Alison Harris, Finlay Carson, Maurice Corry, Fulton MacGregor, Jamie Greene, Annie Wells, Gil Paterson, Ruth Maguire, Liam Kerr, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament congratulates Larkhall Academy on being officially recognised for its commitment to protecting pupils online; understands that 114 schools were officially recognised at the largest-ever Digital Schools Awards held at St Mungo’s High School in Falkirk on 17 September 2019 for their commitment to promoting digital skills in the classroom; notes that the Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety (CR-IS) Badge was launched in February 2019 to provide education professionals with the resources and support to help pupils in the digital world; commends Larkhall Academy for gaining this recognition for internet safety and cyber resilience, and considers that it is helping to lead the way in raising awareness about the importance protecting pupils online.
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That the Parliament congratulates Larkhall Academy on being officially recognised for its commitment to protecting pupils online; understands that 114 schools were officially recognised at the largest-ever Digital Schools Awards held at St Mungo’s High School in Falkirk on 17 September 2019 for their commitment to promoting digital skills in the classroom; notes that the Cyber Resilience and Internet Safety (CR-IS) Badge was launched in February 2019 to provide education professionals with the resources and support to help pupils in the digital world; commends Larkhall Academy for gaining this recognition for internet safety and cyber resilience, and considers that it is helping to lead the way in raising awareness about the importance protecting pupils online.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Finlay Carson, Alexander Stewart, Stuart McMillan, Annie Wells, Gordon Lindhurst, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Bill Kidd, Alison Harris, Jeremy Balfour, Alexander Burnett, Monica Lennon, Jackson Carlaw, Gil Paterson, Michelle Ballantyne, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament notes that HRH The Princess Royal visited Hamilton Park Racecourse and the new Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park Hotel on 26 September 2019; congratulates the racecourse on the opening of its new hotel, which opened its doors to guests on 31 July 2019; acknowledges that The Princess Royal’s visit included invited designers, architects and construction partners involved in the development of the hotel; notes that it is the first hotel to adjoin the racecourse in its 90-year history, and wishes the racecourse and its new hotel every success for the future.
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That the Parliament notes that HRH The Princess Royal visited Hamilton Park Racecourse and the new Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park Hotel on 26 September 2019; congratulates the racecourse on the opening of its new hotel, which opened its doors to guests on 31 July 2019; acknowledges that The Princess Royal’s visit included invited designers, architects and construction partners involved in the development of the hotel; notes that it is the first hotel to adjoin the racecourse in its 90-year history, and wishes the racecourse and its new hotel every success for the future.
Supported by: Annie Wells, Alexander Stewart, Miles Briggs, Peter Chapman, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Edward Mountain, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Bowman, Finlay Carson, Richard Lyle, Alison Harris, Michelle Ballantyne, Rachael Hamilton, Alexander Burnett
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That the Parliament congratulates Brighter Bothwell on winning a Gold medal at the 2019 Beautiful Scotland Awards ceremony in Dumfries on 12 September for the Best Small Town; notes that groups are judged on horticultural achievement, environmental responsibility and community participation; acknowledges that Brighter Bothwell thanks all its volunteers and supporters for their hard work; further notes that the group organises litter picks, plants bulbs and maintains flowers and plants around Bothwell, and wishes Brighter Bothwell well with all its efforts to enhance the natural environment.
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That the Parliament congratulates Brighter Bothwell on winning a Gold medal at the 2019 Beautiful Scotland Awards ceremony in Dumfries on 12 September for the Best Small Town; notes that groups are judged on horticultural achievement, environmental responsibility and community participation; acknowledges that Brighter Bothwell thanks all its volunteers and supporters for their hard work; further notes that the group organises litter picks, plants bulbs and maintains flowers and plants around Bothwell, and wishes Brighter Bothwell well with all its efforts to enhance the natural environment.
Supported by: Peter Chapman, Miles Briggs, Alexander Stewart, Bill Kidd, Finlay Carson, Jamie Greene, Stuart McMillan, Gordon Lindhurst, Clare Adamson, Richard Lyle, Maurice Corry, Michelle Ballantyne, Monica Lennon, Alison Harris, Ruth Maguire, Tom Mason, Rachael Hamilton
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That the Parliament congratulates Team Europe on winning the 2019 Solheim Cup 2019 at Gleneagles; acknowledges that the three-day women's golf tournament, which has been contested between Europe and the United States since 1990 and is named after the late club manufacturer, Karsten Solheim, follows the same format as the Ryder Cup; notes with pride that the team was captained by the Scot, Catriona Matthew; applauds the players on this outstanding achievement, particularly Suzann Pettersen from Norway, who held her nerve to sink the winning putt; considers that this win is great news for women’s golf, and wishes the players and captains of both teams well.
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That the Parliament congratulates Team Europe on winning the 2019 Solheim Cup 2019 at Gleneagles; acknowledges that the three-day women's golf tournament, which has been contested between Europe and the United States since 1990 and is named after the late club manufacturer, Karsten Solheim, follows the same format as the Ryder Cup; notes with pride that the team was captained by the Scot, Catriona Matthew; applauds the players on this outstanding achievement, particularly Suzann Pettersen from Norway, who held her nerve to sink the winning putt; considers that this win is great news for women’s golf, and wishes the players and captains of both teams well.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Dean Lockhart, Peter Chapman, Alexander Stewart, Mark McDonald, Bill Bowman, Alex Rowley, John Mason, Fulton MacGregor, Jackson Carlaw, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Finlay Carson, Donald Cameron, Jamie Greene, Sandra White, Stuart McMillan, Bob Doris, Alexander Burnett, Pauline McNeill, Gordon Lindhurst, Richard Lyle, Liz Smith, Michelle Ballantyne, Ruth Maguire, Tom Mason, Gil Paterson, Rachael Hamilton
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That the Parliament congratulates Uddingston Pride on winning a Gold Medal at the 2019 Beautiful Scotland Awards Ceremony in Dumfries on 12 September; notes that groups are judged on horticultural achievement, environmental responsibility and community participation; acknowledges that Uddingston Pride was founded in 2000 with the aim of improving the appearance of Uddingston by decorating its streets with attractive floral displays and by maintaining a tidy and litter-free environment, considers that Uddingston Pride gives the community a sense of belonging and pride in the town, and wishes it success for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Uddingston Pride on winning a Gold Medal at the 2019 Beautiful Scotland Awards Ceremony in Dumfries on 12 September; notes that groups are judged on horticultural achievement, environmental responsibility and community participation; acknowledges that Uddingston Pride was founded in 2000 with the aim of improving the appearance of Uddingston by decorating its streets with attractive floral displays and by maintaining a tidy and litter-free environment, considers that Uddingston Pride gives the community a sense of belonging and pride in the town, and wishes it success for the future.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Alexander Stewart, Bill Kidd, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Edward Mountain, Stuart McMillan, Jeremy Balfour, Gordon Lindhurst, Clare Adamson, Richard Lyle, Michelle Ballantyne, Monica Lennon, Alison Harris, Ruth Maguire, Tom Mason, Gil Paterson, Rachael Hamilton
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That the Parliament notes the conclusions and recommendations contained in the Justice Committee’s 9th Report 2019 (Session 5), Report on post-legislative scrutiny of the Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act 2012 - The Police Service of Scotland (SP Paper 501), and its 10th Report 2019 (Session 5) Report on post-legislative scrutiny of the Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act 2012 - The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SP Paper 502).
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That the Parliament notes the conclusions and recommendations contained in the Justice Committee’s 9th Report 2019 (Session 5), Report on post-legislative scrutiny of the Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act 2012 - The Police Service of Scotland (SP Paper 501), and its 10th Report 2019 (Session 5) Report on post-legislative scrutiny of the Police and Fire Reform (Scotland) Act 2012 - The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SP Paper 502).
Supported by: Rona Mackay, Tom Mason
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 12/09/2019
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That the Parliament congratulates Diageo on its award-winning international theatre production, Smashed, which toured 37 schools in Scotland in 2018, including in Lanarkshire; notes that performances of this educational play were followed up with an interactive workshop at which pupils were invited to ask the cast questions regarding the issues that it raised; acknowledges that an evaluation by Collingwood Learning found that it had a major impact on pupils’ understanding of alcohol issues and their attitude towards alcohol, and considers it tremendously encouraging that 96% of pupils who were involved with this are reportedly less likely to drink alcohol underage and that 91% said that they now feel equipped to make right alcohol choices.
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That the Parliament congratulates Diageo on its award-winning international theatre production, Smashed, which toured 37 schools in Scotland in 2018, including in Lanarkshire; notes that performances of this educational play were followed up with an interactive workshop at which pupils were invited to ask the cast questions regarding the issues that it raised; acknowledges that an evaluation by Collingwood Learning found that it had a major impact on pupils’ understanding of alcohol issues and their attitude towards alcohol, and considers it tremendously encouraging that 96% of pupils who were involved with this are reportedly less likely to drink alcohol underage and that 91% said that they now feel equipped to make right alcohol choices.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Peter Chapman, Annie Wells, Kenneth Gibson, Finlay Carson, Rona Mackay, Murdo Fraser, Richard Lyle, Alison Harris, Alexander Burnett, Tom Mason, Ruth Maguire, Rachael Hamilton
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That the Parliament welcomes the publication of Charities, Scotland & Holyrood: Twenty Years Delivering Change, which is a limited edition book that has been produced by SCVO to celebrate the Parliament's 20th anniversary; believes that it offers a reflective look at the last 20 years of the voluntary sector working with, challenging, persuading and influencing the Parliament; notes that it explores this relationship by highlighting 20 key voluntary sector campaigns that have helped shape society in Scotland since devolution; recognises what it sees as the vital role that the third sector plays not only in strengthening communities, such as those across Central Scotland, but also in advocating for legislative change and national action to tackle pressing societal challenges, including climate change, human trafficking and access to care; considers that Scotland’s third sector organisations have unparalleled experience and knowledge that brings value to the work of the Parliament, and looks forward to these groups working constructively with Scotland’s many charities and voluntary organisations for the next 20 years and beyond.
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That the Parliament welcomes the publication of Charities, Scotland & Holyrood: Twenty Years Delivering Change, which is a limited edition book that has been produced by SCVO to celebrate the Parliament's 20th anniversary; believes that it offers a reflective look at the last 20 years of the voluntary sector working with, challenging, persuading and influencing the Parliament; notes that it explores this relationship by highlighting 20 key voluntary sector campaigns that have helped shape society in Scotland since devolution; recognises what it sees as the vital role that the third sector plays not only in strengthening communities, such as those across Central Scotland, but also in advocating for legislative change and national action to tackle pressing societal challenges, including climate change, human trafficking and access to care; considers that Scotland’s third sector organisations have unparalleled experience and knowledge that brings value to the work of the Parliament, and looks forward to these groups working constructively with Scotland’s many charities and voluntary organisations for the next 20 years and beyond.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Alexander Stewart, Edward Mountain, Gordon Lindhurst, Finlay Carson, Annie Wells, Peter Chapman, Jamie Greene, Richard Lyle, Alison Harris, Bill Kidd, Murdo Fraser, Kenneth Gibson, Bill Bowman, Rachael Hamilton, Michelle Ballantyne, Tom Mason, Jackie Baillie, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Alison Johnstone, Maureen Watt, Angela Constance, John Mason, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire, Liz Smith, David Torrance
Current Status: Due in Chamber on 30/10/2019
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