That the Parliament rejects the latest report from the Centre for Social Justice on raising the current pension age to 75 years; believes that this action would have a disproportionate impact on poorer people in Scotland, especially women, plunging hundreds of thousands more into poverty; notes that the OECD produced data in 2018, which it understands indicated that the UK state pension was the worst pension scheme in the developed world; further understands that more than 170,000 older people in Scotland are already living in poverty and that lower paid workers and women are less likely to have a private pension and rely solely on the State Pension; acknowledges Scotland’s life expectancy is now 77 for men and 81 for women but that life expectancy for men in Glasgow is much lower at 73, meaning that more than half of men would never reach State Pension age; believes that healthy life expectancy is considerably lower, at 62.6 years for women and 62.3 for men in Scotland; acknowledges comments from Age Scotland that “Raising the State Pension age to 75 would be a retrograde step that would have a devastating impact on Scotland’s poorest older people”; considers that this, as well as what it sees as the injustices facing WASPI women and the clawing back of pension credit for people over 75, as a further attack on older people, and notes calls on the Scottish Government to reject any attempt by the UK Government to implement what it considers this punitive policy.
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That the Parliament rejects the latest report from the Centre for Social Justice on raising the current pension age to 75 years; believes that this action would have a disproportionate impact on poorer people in Scotland, especially women, plunging hundreds of thousands more into poverty; notes that the OECD produced data in 2018, which it understands indicated that the UK state pension was the worst pension scheme in the developed world; further understands that more than 170,000 older people in Scotland are already living in poverty and that lower paid workers and women are less likely to have a private pension and rely solely on the State Pension; acknowledges Scotland’s life expectancy is now 77 for men and 81 for women but that life expectancy for men in Glasgow is much lower at 73, meaning that more than half of men would never reach State Pension age; believes that healthy life expectancy is considerably lower, at 62.6 years for women and 62.3 for men in Scotland; acknowledges comments from Age Scotland that “Raising the State Pension age to 75 would be a retrograde step that would have a devastating impact on Scotland’s poorest older people”; considers that this, as well as what it sees as the injustices facing WASPI women and the clawing back of pension credit for people over 75, as a further attack on older people, and notes calls on the Scottish Government to reject any attempt by the UK Government to implement what it considers this punitive policy.
Supported by: John Finnie, Joan McAlpine, Alasdair Allan, Stuart McMillan, Gordon MacDonald, David Torrance, John Mason, Angus MacDonald, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, Alex Neil, Bob Doris, Kenneth Gibson, Fulton MacGregor, Bill Kidd, Ruth Maguire
Current Status: Eligible for Members’ Business, Pending Cross Party Support
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That the Parliament notes the recent peaceful rally organised by the Scottish Human Rights Forum, which took place on 15 August 2015 in George Square, Glasgow; further notes that the rally was an opportunity for people across Glasgow and Scotland to show solidarity with the people of Kashmir and highlight the ongoing and escalating conflict in the region as a result of the Indian Government revoking the special autonomous status for Kashmir; understands that this led to police opening fire and using tear gas to disperse thousands of people who took to the streets to protest, as well as what it considers an unprecedented lockdown that saw telecommunications cut and schools closed; condemns this move as an attack on the human rights of the people of Kashmir, including the right of self-determination as enshrined in UN Security Council resolutions; believes that the rights of the people of Kashmir and international human rights must be upheld; strongly condemns what it sees as oppressive and violent suppression of such freedom, and supports the cessation of hostilities, the restoration of human rights and the right of self-determination of the Kashmiri people.
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That the Parliament notes the recent peaceful rally organised by the Scottish Human Rights Forum, which took place on 15 August 2015 in George Square, Glasgow; further notes that the rally was an opportunity for people across Glasgow and Scotland to show solidarity with the people of Kashmir and highlight the ongoing and escalating conflict in the region as a result of the Indian Government revoking the special autonomous status for Kashmir; understands that this led to police opening fire and using tear gas to disperse thousands of people who took to the streets to protest, as well as what it considers an unprecedented lockdown that saw telecommunications cut and schools closed; condemns this move as an attack on the human rights of the people of Kashmir, including the right of self-determination as enshrined in UN Security Council resolutions; believes that the rights of the people of Kashmir and international human rights must be upheld; strongly condemns what it sees as oppressive and violent suppression of such freedom, and supports the cessation of hostilities, the restoration of human rights and the right of self-determination of the Kashmiri people.
Supported by: Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, James Dornan R, Rona Mackay, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, Kenneth Gibson, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament is gravely concerned with the current and ongoing situation in Hong Kong with thousands of protestors taking to the streets against the Extradition Bill that would allow dissidents in Hong Kong to be sent to mainland China to face trial; understands that the protestors see this legislation as a further erosion of the 1984 Sino-British Joint Declaration, which ensures the freedom and rights of people living in Hong Kong, and calls on the UK Government to intervene, ensuring that the Declaration is implemented and upheld for 50 years as was promised after the handover of Hong Kong to China in 1997.
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That the Parliament is gravely concerned with the current and ongoing situation in Hong Kong with thousands of protestors taking to the streets against the Extradition Bill that would allow dissidents in Hong Kong to be sent to mainland China to face trial; understands that the protestors see this legislation as a further erosion of the 1984 Sino-British Joint Declaration, which ensures the freedom and rights of people living in Hong Kong, and calls on the UK Government to intervene, ensuring that the Declaration is implemented and upheld for 50 years as was promised after the handover of Hong Kong to China in 1997.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Jackie Baillie, Fulton MacGregor, Rona Mackay, Richard Lyle, Kenneth Gibson, John Finnie, James Dornan, Emma Harper, Gordon MacDonald, Alasdair Allan, David Torrance, Pauline McNeill, Ross Greer, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament welcomes the opening of the new Marble Global Buffet on Glasgow’s Queen Street; notes that it is the sister restaurant of Sichuan House, which was named the Best Restaurant in Scotland at the 2017 British Chinese Food Awards; understands that the 200 capacity restaurant specialises in Chinese, Japanese, Indian and European cuisine; welcomes the contribution of the Chinese community to Glasgow’s economic growth, and wishes everyone at the Marble Global Buffet every success.
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That the Parliament welcomes the opening of the new Marble Global Buffet on Glasgow’s Queen Street; notes that it is the sister restaurant of Sichuan House, which was named the Best Restaurant in Scotland at the 2017 British Chinese Food Awards; understands that the 200 capacity restaurant specialises in Chinese, Japanese, Indian and European cuisine; welcomes the contribution of the Chinese community to Glasgow’s economic growth, and wishes everyone at the Marble Global Buffet every success.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Maureen Watt, Fulton MacGregor, Joan McAlpine, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow on its near 19 million visits that were made to public museums and venues run by Glasgow Life in 2018; understands that visits included the European Championships, Celtic Connections and displays in museums, including Kelvingrove's showcasing of Leonardo Da Vinci sketches, Dippy the Dinosaur and Linda McCartney's photo collection; notes that the Kelvingrove and the Riverside museums attracted 1.3 million visitors; further notes that Glasgow's libraries recorded 4.7 million recorded visits to the city's 33 libraries, and publicly-run music venues recorded over 475,000 attendances; believes that these figures represent the dynamism of the growing arts and tourism environment in the city, and wishes all staff involved in delivering cultural services another successful year.
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow on its near 19 million visits that were made to public museums and venues run by Glasgow Life in 2018; understands that visits included the European Championships, Celtic Connections and displays in museums, including Kelvingrove's showcasing of Leonardo Da Vinci sketches, Dippy the Dinosaur and Linda McCartney's photo collection; notes that the Kelvingrove and the Riverside museums attracted 1.3 million visitors; further notes that Glasgow's libraries recorded 4.7 million recorded visits to the city's 33 libraries, and publicly-run music venues recorded over 475,000 attendances; believes that these figures represent the dynamism of the growing arts and tourism environment in the city, and wishes all staff involved in delivering cultural services another successful year.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Rona Mackay, Joan McAlpine, Richard Lyle, John Mason, Fulton MacGregor, Jenny Gilruth, Gillian Martin, Bill Kidd, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament congratulates the Yorkhill and Kelvingrove Community Council on being awarded £6.5 million by Sustrans, which will be matched by its bid-partner, Glasgow City Council, to realise its Cycle Village proposal; believes that the community-led bid will provide more accessibility, segregated cycle lanes and improvements to street spaces in the area; understands that it will link key sections of the National Cycle Network through the vibrant Finnieston area to further enhance the area's economy and the appeal of the network in Glasgow; considers that this project sets a strong example for other community-led street design projects to follow, and commends the work of the community council in developing a strong and exciting business case, which it believes has united the community around an ambition for greener, more accessible and cycle-friendly spaces.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Yorkhill and Kelvingrove Community Council on being awarded £6.5 million by Sustrans, which will be matched by its bid-partner, Glasgow City Council, to realise its Cycle Village proposal; believes that the community-led bid will provide more accessibility, segregated cycle lanes and improvements to street spaces in the area; understands that it will link key sections of the National Cycle Network through the vibrant Finnieston area to further enhance the area's economy and the appeal of the network in Glasgow; considers that this project sets a strong example for other community-led street design projects to follow, and commends the work of the community council in developing a strong and exciting business case, which it believes has united the community around an ambition for greener, more accessible and cycle-friendly spaces.
Supported by: Colin Beattie, Stuart McMillan, Fulton MacGregor
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That the Parliament notes with dismay reports from the House of Lords EU Home Affairs Sub-committee that the UK Government has failed to utilise £3.5 million of funding from the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived (FEAD), with £600,000 being returned to the EU; understands that, if the remaining funds are not distributed by the end of 2019, a similar amount could be returned to the EU; believes that the uncertainty of Brexit could result in the funding being withdrawn completely; considers the inaction of the UK Government to distribute this funding to alleviate child poverty unacceptable, and calls on it to immediately progress allocating the funding to support those most in need.
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That the Parliament notes with dismay reports from the House of Lords EU Home Affairs Sub-committee that the UK Government has failed to utilise £3.5 million of funding from the Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived (FEAD), with £600,000 being returned to the EU; understands that, if the remaining funds are not distributed by the end of 2019, a similar amount could be returned to the EU; believes that the uncertainty of Brexit could result in the funding being withdrawn completely; considers the inaction of the UK Government to distribute this funding to alleviate child poverty unacceptable, and calls on it to immediately progress allocating the funding to support those most in need.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, John Mason, Kenneth Gibson, Joan McAlpine, Rona Mackay, Stewart Stevenson, Stuart McMillan, Mark McDonald, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Gillian Martin, Tom Arthur
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow on its placement in the final 12 cities competing for the European Capital of Investment; notes that the final six cities competing for up to €1 million to scale up local innovation will be announced in September 2019; understands that the 12 cities are Antwerp, Bilbao, Bologna, Bristol, Dortmund, Espoo, Glasgow, Hamburg, London, Lyon, Nantes and Rotterdam; believes that this achievement is testament to Glasgow's diverse and growing economic environment, and considers that the placement of a Scottish city in this competition highlights the economic and civic benefits of Scotland's continued place in the EU.
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow on its placement in the final 12 cities competing for the European Capital of Investment; notes that the final six cities competing for up to €1 million to scale up local innovation will be announced in September 2019; understands that the 12 cities are Antwerp, Bilbao, Bologna, Bristol, Dortmund, Espoo, Glasgow, Hamburg, London, Lyon, Nantes and Rotterdam; believes that this achievement is testament to Glasgow's diverse and growing economic environment, and considers that the placement of a Scottish city in this competition highlights the economic and civic benefits of Scotland's continued place in the EU.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Maureen Watt, Stewart Stevenson, Joan McAlpine, David Torrance, Bill Kidd, Gillian Martin, Ruth Maguire, Tom Arthur
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That the Parliament welcomes the £106,000 Big Lottery Fund Young Start grant that has been awarded to the Fostering Network to train young people in foster care to advocate for change to improve education for care-experienced young people; acknowledges the project will combat stigma and increase understanding in the education system, and improve stability and relationships in foster families; notes that 15 young advocates will be supported and trained to carry out consultation, design and deliver workshops and training, campaigning, public speaking and provide peer support to foster families; understands that the project will involve 75 young people and 21 volunteers over three years; commends all involved, and wishes the project every success.
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That the Parliament welcomes the £106,000 Big Lottery Fund Young Start grant that has been awarded to the Fostering Network to train young people in foster care to advocate for change to improve education for care-experienced young people; acknowledges the project will combat stigma and increase understanding in the education system, and improve stability and relationships in foster families; notes that 15 young advocates will be supported and trained to carry out consultation, design and deliver workshops and training, campaigning, public speaking and provide peer support to foster families; understands that the project will involve 75 young people and 21 volunteers over three years; commends all involved, and wishes the project every success.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Stewart Stevenson, Mark McDonald, Rona Mackay, David Torrance, Joan McAlpine, Alasdair Allan, Bill Kidd, Liam McArthur, Angela Constance, Fulton MacGregor, Jenny Gilruth, Alexander Burnett, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates TheGKexperience on its £66,000 award from Big Lottery Fund Young Start Fund to deliver a Young Leaders Programme that will provide 15- to 21-year-olds with an opportunity to develop as leaders and role models for younger children across Glasgow; notes that the young volunteers will work alongside the charity's staff in delivering activities including basketball, games nights, outdoor activities and homework clubs; acknowledges the commitment shown by the staff and volunteers, and wishes the project every success.
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That the Parliament congratulates TheGKexperience on its £66,000 award from Big Lottery Fund Young Start Fund to deliver a Young Leaders Programme that will provide 15- to 21-year-olds with an opportunity to develop as leaders and role models for younger children across Glasgow; notes that the young volunteers will work alongside the charity's staff in delivering activities including basketball, games nights, outdoor activities and homework clubs; acknowledges the commitment shown by the staff and volunteers, and wishes the project every success.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, Rona Mackay, Joan McAlpine, Alasdair Allan, Bill Kidd, Angela Constance, Fulton MacGregor, Jenny Gilruth, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin
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