That the Parliament congratulates Greenwood Academy on achieving its fourth green flag award through the Eco-Schools programme; appreciates the considerable achievement in winning the award, which takes up to three years to achieve; understands that the award recognises the school’s sustainable model in promoting environmental issues, and its creation of sustainable partnerships to promote its environmental aims; notes the award’s recognition of the innovation of staff and pupils in various projects, such as its current six-week "Ob-litter-ate" campaign with North Ayrshire Council’s Streetscene service, to raise community awareness of litter issues, and sends its best wishes to everyone at Greenwood Academy as they and the school continue to promote their environmental agenda.
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That the Parliament congratulates Greenwood Academy on achieving its fourth green flag award through the Eco-Schools programme; appreciates the considerable achievement in winning the award, which takes up to three years to achieve; understands that the award recognises the school’s sustainable model in promoting environmental issues, and its creation of sustainable partnerships to promote its environmental aims; notes the award’s recognition of the innovation of staff and pupils in various projects, such as its current six-week "Ob-litter-ate" campaign with North Ayrshire Council’s Streetscene service, to raise community awareness of litter issues, and sends its best wishes to everyone at Greenwood Academy as they and the school continue to promote their environmental agenda.
Supported by: David Torrance, Joan McAlpine, Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Sandra White, Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, Jenny Gilruth, Neil Bibby, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates Bourtreehill and Broomlands Men’s Shed on holding its inaugural meeting at Towerlands Community Centre in Irvine; understands that the group discussed the creation of a Men’s Shed at Bourtreehill Village, following similar successful initiatives in North Ayrshire that facilitate the use of tools and equipment for members to pursue projects with like-minded individuals, and wishes the group the very best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Bourtreehill and Broomlands Men’s Shed on holding its inaugural meeting at Towerlands Community Centre in Irvine; understands that the group discussed the creation of a Men’s Shed at Bourtreehill Village, following similar successful initiatives in North Ayrshire that facilitate the use of tools and equipment for members to pursue projects with like-minded individuals, and wishes the group the very best for the future.
Supported by: Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Edward Mountain, Liam McArthur, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Joan McAlpine, Emma Harper, Jenny Gilruth, Kenneth Gibson, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates the Step Into Youthwork group at the Kilwinning Campus of Ayrshire College on raising £53 at its recent coffee morning for North Ayrshire Foodbank; thanks all who contributed, and wishes the group the very best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Step Into Youthwork group at the Kilwinning Campus of Ayrshire College on raising £53 at its recent coffee morning for North Ayrshire Foodbank; thanks all who contributed, and wishes the group the very best for the future.
Supported by: Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Joan McAlpine, Emma Harper, Jenny Gilruth, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament commends the Salvation Army in Irvine on its annual Christmas toy appeal; notes that gifts for all ages, from babies to teenagers, will be passed on to the most vulnerable families in Irvine, Kilwinning and Stevenston; understands that gifts can be dropped off at the Salvation Army HQ in Townhead, Irvine, and thanks all of the volunteers and everyone who donates to the appeal for helping to provide some festive joy through such a worthy effort.
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That the Parliament commends the Salvation Army in Irvine on its annual Christmas toy appeal; notes that gifts for all ages, from babies to teenagers, will be passed on to the most vulnerable families in Irvine, Kilwinning and Stevenston; understands that gifts can be dropped off at the Salvation Army HQ in Townhead, Irvine, and thanks all of the volunteers and everyone who donates to the appeal for helping to provide some festive joy through such a worthy effort.
Supported by: David Torrance, Joan McAlpine, Richard Lyle, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Gordon Lindhurst, Kenneth Gibson, Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, Jenny Gilruth, Neil Bibby, Tom Arthur
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That the Parliament congratulates Irvine-based Fraser Wallace on being recognised as Scotland’s Apprentice of the Year at the Scottish Apprenticeship Awards, which were held recently at Perth Concert Hall and organised by Skills Development Scotland; understands that Fraser, a former Greenwood Academy pupil, studied a Foundation Apprenticeship at Ayrshire College, and that, following work experience at aviation experts, GE Caledonian, he has landed a Modern Apprenticeship at the firm; recognises that Fraser won the title of Foundation Apprentice of the Year, which was sponsored by the College Development Network, and wishes Fraser the very best for the future as he progresses his learning towards a career in engineering.
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That the Parliament congratulates Irvine-based Fraser Wallace on being recognised as Scotland’s Apprentice of the Year at the Scottish Apprenticeship Awards, which were held recently at Perth Concert Hall and organised by Skills Development Scotland; understands that Fraser, a former Greenwood Academy pupil, studied a Foundation Apprenticeship at Ayrshire College, and that, following work experience at aviation experts, GE Caledonian, he has landed a Modern Apprenticeship at the firm; recognises that Fraser won the title of Foundation Apprentice of the Year, which was sponsored by the College Development Network, and wishes Fraser the very best for the future as he progresses his learning towards a career in engineering.
Supported by: Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Joan McAlpine, Emma Harper, Jenny Gilruth, Stuart McMillan, Kenneth Gibson, Gordon Lindhurst, Alexander Burnett, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson, Angela Constance, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates Ayrshire College Sports and Fitness students, Ross Munro and Reegan Stevenson, who are disabled athletes, on their recent success at the SQA Star Awards; understands that Ross, who is from Irvine, has become the fifth consecutive student from the college to win the Candidate of the Year Award and that Reegan earned a Highly Commended Award in the same category; recognises that both were shortlisted in the category for their determination not to let anything hold them back from pursuing their love of sport, and wishes both Ross and Reegan the very best as they continue their studies at Ayrshire College.
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That the Parliament congratulates Ayrshire College Sports and Fitness students, Ross Munro and Reegan Stevenson, who are disabled athletes, on their recent success at the SQA Star Awards; understands that Ross, who is from Irvine, has become the fifth consecutive student from the college to win the Candidate of the Year Award and that Reegan earned a Highly Commended Award in the same category; recognises that both were shortlisted in the category for their determination not to let anything hold them back from pursuing their love of sport, and wishes both Ross and Reegan the very best as they continue their studies at Ayrshire College.
Supported by: Bob Doris, Emma Harper, Kenneth Gibson, Richard Lyle, Sandra White, Joan McAlpine, Bill Kidd, Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, Jenny Gilruth, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament commends the Irvine-based Rev Neil Urquhart and Father Willie Boyd on their new campaign, Kindness Rocks, which aims to promote kindness in workplaces, schools, communities, neighbourhoods, daily life and living; notes that Neil, of Fullarton Church, and Willie, of Irvine St Mary’s, have joined forces with the North Ayrshire Kindness Innovation Network to promote the project; understands that, with the assistance of Fullonart, which is Fullarton Church’s creative team, they will produce a song and short film to promote the campaign's aims, and wishes Neil and Willie, and all involved with the project, the very best in their endeavours.
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That the Parliament commends the Irvine-based Rev Neil Urquhart and Father Willie Boyd on their new campaign, Kindness Rocks, which aims to promote kindness in workplaces, schools, communities, neighbourhoods, daily life and living; notes that Neil, of Fullarton Church, and Willie, of Irvine St Mary’s, have joined forces with the North Ayrshire Kindness Innovation Network to promote the project; understands that, with the assistance of Fullonart, which is Fullarton Church’s creative team, they will produce a song and short film to promote the campaign's aims, and wishes Neil and Willie, and all involved with the project, the very best in their endeavours.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Shona Robison, Bob Doris, Kenneth Gibson, Sandra White, Bill Kidd, Joan McAlpine, Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, Jenny Gilruth, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates Community Led Action and Support Project (CLASP), which is based in Stevenston, on being awarded £306,199 by the Big Lottery Fund to help deliver its project, Helping Older People Evolve (HOPE); understands that HOPE allows older people to maintain their independence; believes that this work helps reduce isolation and loneliness and improves health and wellbeing; notes that it does this by offering access to a wide range of services and activities that aim to increase social connections and provide support networks; recognises that these activities are based on participants’ ideas, and include both one-to-one and telephone befriending, social activities and day trips, a morning and evening telephone service, health and fitness classes and learning and interest sessions, and wishes all at CLASP the very best.
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That the Parliament congratulates Community Led Action and Support Project (CLASP), which is based in Stevenston, on being awarded £306,199 by the Big Lottery Fund to help deliver its project, Helping Older People Evolve (HOPE); understands that HOPE allows older people to maintain their independence; believes that this work helps reduce isolation and loneliness and improves health and wellbeing; notes that it does this by offering access to a wide range of services and activities that aim to increase social connections and provide support networks; recognises that these activities are based on participants’ ideas, and include both one-to-one and telephone befriending, social activities and day trips, a morning and evening telephone service, health and fitness classes and learning and interest sessions, and wishes all at CLASP the very best.
Supported by: James Dornan, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, Joan McAlpine, Stuart McMillan, Kenneth Gibson, Bill Kidd, Angela Constance, Bob Doris, David Torrance, Sandra White, Gail Ross, Fulton MacGregor, Colin Beattie, Stewart Stevenson, Maureen Watt, Gillian Martin, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament acknowledges that 12 to 18 November 2018 is Talk Money Scotland Week; understands that this awareness week, which is organised by the Money Advice Service and the Scotland Financial Capability Forum, provides an opportunity to encourage the public, business, charities and educators to "talk money” and prompt Scotland’s biggest conversation about financial capability; acknowledges that the theme is financial wellbeing; believes that it will focus on encouraging people to save regularly, raising awareness about the availability of free debt advice and looking at how people use credit for everyday expenses; commends its aim of raising the profile of financial education, including what this means for children and young people, and encouraging people to seek expert advice on retirement planning; notes that hundreds of events are being held, including financial education events in schools, drop-in sessions at citizens advice bureaux and council advice services and discussing budgeting support with tenants; appreciates that conversations that will be hosted online using the hashtags, #Talkmoney and #TalkMoneyScotland, and thanks all involved on their efforts in raising awareness of these important issues.
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That the Parliament acknowledges that 12 to 18 November 2018 is Talk Money Scotland Week; understands that this awareness week, which is organised by the Money Advice Service and the Scotland Financial Capability Forum, provides an opportunity to encourage the public, business, charities and educators to "talk money” and prompt Scotland’s biggest conversation about financial capability; acknowledges that the theme is financial wellbeing; believes that it will focus on encouraging people to save regularly, raising awareness about the availability of free debt advice and looking at how people use credit for everyday expenses; commends its aim of raising the profile of financial education, including what this means for children and young people, and encouraging people to seek expert advice on retirement planning; notes that hundreds of events are being held, including financial education events in schools, drop-in sessions at citizens advice bureaux and council advice services and discussing budgeting support with tenants; appreciates that conversations that will be hosted online using the hashtags, #Talkmoney and #TalkMoneyScotland, and thanks all involved on their efforts in raising awareness of these important issues.
Supported by: Joan McAlpine, Kenneth Gibson, Stuart McMillan, Bill Kidd, Pauline McNeill, Sandra White, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, John Mason, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, David Torrance, Jenny Gilruth, Tom Arthur, Angela Constance, Gail Ross, Neil Findlay, Maureen Watt, Gillian Martin, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament congratulates the Kilwinning musician, Mark McGhee, whose hip hop act, Jackal Trades, has been selected as a finalist at the forthcoming Scottish Alternative Music Awards; understands that Mark, who has also fronted the group, The Girobabies, will be up against three other finalists in the Best Hip Hop category at the ceremony to be held at St Luke’s, Glasgow, on 25 October 2018, and wishes Mark, and all the nominees, the very best of luck, both at the awards ceremony and for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Kilwinning musician, Mark McGhee, whose hip hop act, Jackal Trades, has been selected as a finalist at the forthcoming Scottish Alternative Music Awards; understands that Mark, who has also fronted the group, The Girobabies, will be up against three other finalists in the Best Hip Hop category at the ceremony to be held at St Luke’s, Glasgow, on 25 October 2018, and wishes Mark, and all the nominees, the very best of luck, both at the awards ceremony and for the future.
Supported by: Jenny Gilruth, Emma Harper, Sandra White, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Clare Adamson, Colin Beattie, Gail Ross, Gillian Martin, Fulton MacGregor, Tom Arthur
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