That the Parliament recognises that World COPD Day takes place on 18 November 2020; notes that this is organised by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) in collaboration with health care professionals and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient groups across the world; understands that its aim are to raise awareness about COPD and improve its care worldwide; is pleased that the 2020 theme is “Living Well with COPD – Everybody Everywhere”; recognises the importance of the message of living well with COPD, especially as over 141,140 people in Scotland are diagnosed with the condition, with many more people who are undiagnosed; believes that up to two-thirds of people with COPD remain undiagnosed and, without optimal treatment, progressive lung disease reduces their quality of life; recognises the need for early diagnosis and screening to ensure that those affected by COPD receive the treatment that they need; notes that, with the right support, it is possible to live well and self-manage the condition; recognises the significant importance of living well with the condition as people learn to live with the threat of COVID-19 to the respiratory and general health of people in Scotland; understands that, of the 80,000 people shielding with a respiratory condition, a significant proportion have COPD; praises NHS staff across Scotland who have treated people with COPD as well as COVID-19 during the ongoing pandemic, and recognises the dedication of charities, such as Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation Partnership, to protecting and informing people living with COPD, before, during and after the pandemic.
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That the Parliament recognises that World COPD Day takes place on 18 November 2020; notes that this is organised by the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (GOLD) in collaboration with health care professionals and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient groups across the world; understands that its aim are to raise awareness about COPD and improve its care worldwide; is pleased that the 2020 theme is “Living Well with COPD – Everybody Everywhere”; recognises the importance of the message of living well with COPD, especially as over 141,140 people in Scotland are diagnosed with the condition, with many more people who are undiagnosed; believes that up to two-thirds of people with COPD remain undiagnosed and, without optimal treatment, progressive lung disease reduces their quality of life; recognises the need for early diagnosis and screening to ensure that those affected by COPD receive the treatment that they need; notes that, with the right support, it is possible to live well and self-manage the condition; recognises the significant importance of living well with the condition as people learn to live with the threat of COVID-19 to the respiratory and general health of people in Scotland; understands that, of the 80,000 people shielding with a respiratory condition, a significant proportion have COPD; praises NHS staff across Scotland who have treated people with COPD as well as COVID-19 during the ongoing pandemic, and recognises the dedication of charities, such as Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation Partnership, to protecting and informing people living with COPD, before, during and after the pandemic.
Supported by: Monica Lennon, Maureen Watt, Maurice Corry
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That the Parliament recognises that 10 September 2020 is World Suicide Prevention Day; notes that it will focus on a positive message of hope and encouraging people to reach out for support in times of distress and crisis; understands that the day is particularly important in what are in ever-changing times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to challenges such as disconnection, loneliness, worry, fear, inactivity, grief and loss; acknowledges that, although talking about suicide can be a taboo subject, having suicidal thoughts is very common, with an estimated one in 20 having such thoughts at any one time; acknowledges that this is based on SAMH figures, which suggest that over 260,000 people were thinking about suicide while a recent survey conducted by the charity indicated that a quarter of the people who use its services did not have access to, or knew how to use, the relevant technology, meaning that face-to-face peer support centres are incredibly important to communities; considers that everyday conversations play a key role in suicide prevention, by increasing awareness and understanding, reminding people they are not alone and helping to break the stigma, which can often many to seek, and asks all Members to take time to talk and support friends, colleagues and family facing such difficult challenges.
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That the Parliament recognises that 10 September 2020 is World Suicide Prevention Day; notes that it will focus on a positive message of hope and encouraging people to reach out for support in times of distress and crisis; understands that the day is particularly important in what are in ever-changing times due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to challenges such as disconnection, loneliness, worry, fear, inactivity, grief and loss; acknowledges that, although talking about suicide can be a taboo subject, having suicidal thoughts is very common, with an estimated one in 20 having such thoughts at any one time; acknowledges that this is based on SAMH figures, which suggest that over 260,000 people were thinking about suicide while a recent survey conducted by the charity indicated that a quarter of the people who use its services did not have access to, or knew how to use, the relevant technology, meaning that face-to-face peer support centres are incredibly important to communities; considers that everyday conversations play a key role in suicide prevention, by increasing awareness and understanding, reminding people they are not alone and helping to break the stigma, which can often many to seek, and asks all Members to take time to talk and support friends, colleagues and family facing such difficult challenges.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Alexander Stewart, Edward Mountain, Liam McArthur, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Bill Kidd, Miles Briggs, Murdo Fraser, Monica Lennon, Brian Whittle, Jeremy Balfour, Jackson Carlaw, Sandra White, Margaret Mitchell, Gordon Lindhurst, Stuart McMillan, Donald Cameron, John Scott, Jamie Greene, Pauline McNeill, Alex Rowley, Bob Doris, Fulton MacGregor, John Mason, Mark McDonald, Clare Adamson, Michelle Ballantyne, Joan McAlpine, Peter Chapman, Liam Kerr, Neil Findlay, Colin Smyth, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates the charity, SISCO, on setting up a new recovery hub in Springburn Shopping Centre to allow people struggling with addiction to drop in and discuss their problems; understands that a stall will be open every Tuesday; acknowledges that, for the last five years, the charity has been developing and delivering recovery initiatives within the Scottish Prison Service but decided to step in to fill gaps in services during the COVID-19 pandemic; understands that the charity identified very little service provision in Springburn so wanted to set up a place where people can come and talk about their problems; acknowledges that the charity also plans to signpost those who attend the recovery hub to other services, while also providing family support; understands that SISCO will also be taking people who come to them with mental health problems for walks to boost their mood, and commends the volunteer staff team, who have continued to be the backbone of the work that the charity does, which has taken place both inside prison, as well as outside through mentor support after release from prison during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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That the Parliament congratulates the charity, SISCO, on setting up a new recovery hub in Springburn Shopping Centre to allow people struggling with addiction to drop in and discuss their problems; understands that a stall will be open every Tuesday; acknowledges that, for the last five years, the charity has been developing and delivering recovery initiatives within the Scottish Prison Service but decided to step in to fill gaps in services during the COVID-19 pandemic; understands that the charity identified very little service provision in Springburn so wanted to set up a place where people can come and talk about their problems; acknowledges that the charity also plans to signpost those who attend the recovery hub to other services, while also providing family support; understands that SISCO will also be taking people who come to them with mental health problems for walks to boost their mood, and commends the volunteer staff team, who have continued to be the backbone of the work that the charity does, which has taken place both inside prison, as well as outside through mentor support after release from prison during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supported by: Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow's Pavilion Theatre on its decision to film the cancelled panto and make it available online on Christmas Eve; acknowledges that in doing so it hopes to encourage Glasgow families to get together to create a bit of "Pavilion Panto magic" at home this Christmas; understands that the theatre took the decision to cancel this year's Christmas panto amid concerns over safety of staff and customers due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and acknowledges that the theatre is also refunding all customers who purchased tickets.
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow's Pavilion Theatre on its decision to film the cancelled panto and make it available online on Christmas Eve; acknowledges that in doing so it hopes to encourage Glasgow families to get together to create a bit of "Pavilion Panto magic" at home this Christmas; understands that the theatre took the decision to cancel this year's Christmas panto amid concerns over safety of staff and customers due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and acknowledges that the theatre is also refunding all customers who purchased tickets.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Brian Whittle, Miles Briggs, Jeremy Balfour, Alison Harris, Peter Chapman, Stuart McMillan, Bill Kidd, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Margaret Mitchell, Michelle Ballantyne, Ruth Maguire, Donald Cameron
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That the Parliament welcomes the forthcoming opening of a youth hub in the east end of Glasgow, which will aim to tackle inequality; understands that the Wee Dander Centre will offer young people from all backgrounds a safe, welcoming space full of games, laughter and informal education; notes that it will be based in the Alexandra Park Sports Hub in Dennistoun and be backed by the Milnbank Housing Association, with volunteers from all walks of life supporting its service users; recognises that it will focus on what the young people want to do by engaging in continuous dialogue with them rather than using pre-chosen activities; acknowledges that it is hoped that the whole community will use it a safe space to come along to and speak to the volunteers; acknowledges that it will open on 1 September and will be free for young people, and wishes it success.
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That the Parliament welcomes the forthcoming opening of a youth hub in the east end of Glasgow, which will aim to tackle inequality; understands that the Wee Dander Centre will offer young people from all backgrounds a safe, welcoming space full of games, laughter and informal education; notes that it will be based in the Alexandra Park Sports Hub in Dennistoun and be backed by the Milnbank Housing Association, with volunteers from all walks of life supporting its service users; recognises that it will focus on what the young people want to do by engaging in continuous dialogue with them rather than using pre-chosen activities; acknowledges that it is hoped that the whole community will use it a safe space to come along to and speak to the volunteers; acknowledges that it will open on 1 September and will be free for young people, and wishes it success.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Brian Whittle, Miles Briggs, Peter Chapman, Bill Kidd, Jeremy Balfour, Jamie Greene, Margaret Mitchell, Alison Harris, Donald Cameron, Michelle Ballantyne, Maurice Corry
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow and Clyde Rape Crisis on achieving the LGBT Charter at Silver Level; recognises the hard work and dedication of staff in achieving this prestigious award from LGBT Youth Scotland; notes that it has worked with local schools and updated their equalities policies, and welcomes the training and the review of policies, practice and resources that aim to ensure that Glasgow and Clyde Rape Crisis goes beyond meeting legislative needs and is as inclusive as it can be for service users, staff and the wider community.
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That the Parliament congratulates Glasgow and Clyde Rape Crisis on achieving the LGBT Charter at Silver Level; recognises the hard work and dedication of staff in achieving this prestigious award from LGBT Youth Scotland; notes that it has worked with local schools and updated their equalities policies, and welcomes the training and the review of policies, practice and resources that aim to ensure that Glasgow and Clyde Rape Crisis goes beyond meeting legislative needs and is as inclusive as it can be for service users, staff and the wider community.
Supported by: Brian Whittle, Bill Kidd, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Alexander Stewart, Sandra White, Donald Cameron, Edward Mountain, Alison Harris, Bill Bowman, Miles Briggs, Jeremy Balfour, Stuart McMillan, Margaret Mitchell, Richard Lyle, Alexander Burnett, Gil Paterson, Peter Chapman, Fulton MacGregor, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates Govanhill's The Well on its 25th anniversary, which was marked by celebrating with clients, supporters, staff and volunteers, both past and present; understands that The Well Multi-Cultural Resource Centre serves the diverse ethnic minority communities in Govanhill and surrounding areas by providing information and advice in a culturally sensitive manner; considers that, through one-to-one relational support, it makes a long-term difference in people’s lives; acknowledges that the volunteers come from churches in and around Glasgow, together with local community translator volunteers, to offer help in a variety of ways, including drop-in advice consultations, an activity programme to develop skills and confidence, opportunities to volunteer and training in cross-cultural work for other agencies and churches, and understands that, in the 25 years since it opened, it has expanded to include a mother and toddler group, ESOL classes for women and a "Chai and Chat" social group.
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That the Parliament congratulates Govanhill's The Well on its 25th anniversary, which was marked by celebrating with clients, supporters, staff and volunteers, both past and present; understands that The Well Multi-Cultural Resource Centre serves the diverse ethnic minority communities in Govanhill and surrounding areas by providing information and advice in a culturally sensitive manner; considers that, through one-to-one relational support, it makes a long-term difference in people’s lives; acknowledges that the volunteers come from churches in and around Glasgow, together with local community translator volunteers, to offer help in a variety of ways, including drop-in advice consultations, an activity programme to develop skills and confidence, opportunities to volunteer and training in cross-cultural work for other agencies and churches, and understands that, in the 25 years since it opened, it has expanded to include a mother and toddler group, ESOL classes for women and a "Chai and Chat" social group.
Supported by: Brian Whittle, Miles Briggs, Peter Chapman, Bill Kidd, Finlay Carson, John Mason, David Torrance, Jackson Carlaw, Sandra White, Kenneth Gibson, Margaret Mitchell, Stuart McMillan, Alison Harris, Jeremy Balfour, Alexander Burnett, Ruth Maguire, Liam Kerr
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That the Parliament welcomes Social Prescribing Day, which takes place on 12 March 2020; recognises that social prescribing is linked to an increased drive towards personalising health and social care; notes that social prescribing can make individuals active participants, rather than passive recipients, in their health and care; commends the work of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists in this area and considers that occupational therapists are well placed to deliver and support social prescribing; believes that occupational therapists have a unique experience and understanding of a person’s physical and mental health needs, their environment and what they need and want to do, and encourages people working in primary care to consider social prescribing and to make good use of community assets to complement the support offered to people with serious and complex mental and physical health needs.
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That the Parliament welcomes Social Prescribing Day, which takes place on 12 March 2020; recognises that social prescribing is linked to an increased drive towards personalising health and social care; notes that social prescribing can make individuals active participants, rather than passive recipients, in their health and care; commends the work of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists in this area and considers that occupational therapists are well placed to deliver and support social prescribing; believes that occupational therapists have a unique experience and understanding of a person’s physical and mental health needs, their environment and what they need and want to do, and encourages people working in primary care to consider social prescribing and to make good use of community assets to complement the support offered to people with serious and complex mental and physical health needs.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Miles Briggs, Mark McDonald, Finlay Carson, Gordon Lindhurst, Margaret Mitchell, Peter Chapman, Brian Whittle, Monica Lennon, Alison Harris, Michelle Ballantyne, Jeremy Balfour, Alexander Burnett, Liam Kerr
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That the Parliament celebrates the annual event, Purple Friday, which takes place on 28 February 2020; acknowledges that Purple Friday is a day to stand against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia and show support for LGBTI young people in Scotland; looks forward to seeing the map of Scotland turn purple as individuals and organisations register for events taking place across the country, and thanks LGBT Youth Scotland for encouraging people to take action, standing up for equality and helping to make Scotland what it sees as the best place for young LGBTI people to grow up.
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That the Parliament celebrates the annual event, Purple Friday, which takes place on 28 February 2020; acknowledges that Purple Friday is a day to stand against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia and show support for LGBTI young people in Scotland; looks forward to seeing the map of Scotland turn purple as individuals and organisations register for events taking place across the country, and thanks LGBT Youth Scotland for encouraging people to take action, standing up for equality and helping to make Scotland what it sees as the best place for young LGBTI people to grow up.
Supported by: Jamie Greene, Alexander Stewart, Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Finlay Carson, Monica Lennon, Richard Lyle, Mark McDonald, Jackson Carlaw, Edward Mountain, Bill Kidd, Peter Chapman, Sandra White, David Torrance, Michelle Ballantyne, Maurice Corry, Clare Adamson, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt, Liam Kerr, Ruth Maguire, Colin Smyth
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That the Parliament notes that in 1919 Dr Anne McAllister, a founding member of the speech and language therapy profession, started teaching trainee speech therapists in Glasgow; understands that this course was formally recognised in 1935 as the Glasgow School of Speech Therapy, later merging with Jordanhill College and then the University of Strathclyde, and that the course is now the longest established in Scotland and the second oldest in the UK; acknowledges that, in its 85-year history, the course has evolved from awarding College of Speech Therapy Diplomas to BEd and BSc (Hons) degrees to supervising qualified speech and language therapists at MSc, MPhil and PhD level, and welcomes that a commemorative gala dinner is being held on 3 April 2020 to mark the occasion and the achievements of generations of speech and language therapists, as well as Glasgow’s contribution to the profession.
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That the Parliament notes that in 1919 Dr Anne McAllister, a founding member of the speech and language therapy profession, started teaching trainee speech therapists in Glasgow; understands that this course was formally recognised in 1935 as the Glasgow School of Speech Therapy, later merging with Jordanhill College and then the University of Strathclyde, and that the course is now the longest established in Scotland and the second oldest in the UK; acknowledges that, in its 85-year history, the course has evolved from awarding College of Speech Therapy Diplomas to BEd and BSc (Hons) degrees to supervising qualified speech and language therapists at MSc, MPhil and PhD level, and welcomes that a commemorative gala dinner is being held on 3 April 2020 to mark the occasion and the achievements of generations of speech and language therapists, as well as Glasgow’s contribution to the profession.
Supported by: Bob Doris, Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Margaret Mitchell, Stuart McMillan, Kenneth Gibson, Sandra White, Jamie Greene, Finlay Carson, Alexander Stewart, Brian Whittle, Gil Paterson, Jeremy Balfour, Michelle Ballantyne, Clare Adamson, Peter Chapman, Jackson Carlaw, David Torrance, Alasdair Allan, Liam Kerr, Maureen Watt, Fulton MacGregor, Ruth Maguire
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