Chamber and committees

That the Parliament congratulates two S3 pupils from Kirkwall Grammar School on obtaining a grant of £3,000 for local charity The Peedie Retreat through the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI); acknowledges that Tara Thomas and Ella MacGregor made the winning presentation which successfully earned their chosen charity the grant; understands that The Peedie Retreat is an Orkney-based charity that is raising money to create a beach-side retreat for those who live with chronic illness; further understands that this grant will drive the charity’s vision closer to becoming a reality; congratulates Tara and Ella on all their hard work to secure this funding, and thanks all those involved in organising this year’s YPI competition.

That the Parliament recognises the SAN TV Community Awards on its first awards ceremony in Scotland and the wider UK, which is dedicated to celebrating the contributions of the South Asian diaspora; acknowledges the role of volunteers, educators, youth leaders, grassroots organisations, civic partners, health and wellbeing advocates and other individuals whose work strengthens Scotland’s social fabric; notes that the awards celebrate recipients from the five South Asian communities represented in Scotland; welcomes that the ceremony will be broadcast across SAN TV’s digital platforms, ensuring wide visibility and engagement, and commends all those who contribute to inclusion, representation and the recognition of diverse voices within civic and community life across Scotland and the UK.

That the Parliament expresses its sincere thanks and gratitude to the emergency service workers who responded to the major fire at Forsyth House on Union Street in Glasgow city centre on 8 March 2026; recognises the courage, professionalism and dedication shown by firefighters, police officers, ambulance staff and all supporting personnel who worked tirelessly throughout the incident; acknowledges the efforts of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service crews who battled the blaze for many hours in challenging and dangerous conditions; commends the coordinated response of all emergency services in protecting the public and preventing further harm, and places on record its appreciation for the commitment of these workers who put themselves at risk to keep others safe.

That the Parliament recognises what it sees as the significant contribution made by Enva to Scotland’s waste management and resource recovery sector; notes that Enva’s Perth site is Scotland’s largest Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) permitted Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) recycling facility; acknowledges that the site represents a major investment in advanced recycling infrastructure, enabling Scotland to safely process its own WEEE domestically, retain the economic value of recovered materials and support both the local Perthshire and wider Scottish economy, and calls on the Scottish Government to prioritise WEEE within circularity strategies to maximise domestic recycling capacity, support high-skilled green jobs and ensure it is managed safely, sustainably and in a way that delivers economic benefit to communities across Scotland.

That the Parliament welcomes the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s announcement of £670,000 in development funding for the Loch Lomond and Trossachs Landscape Connections project; recognises that this funding is the first stage in a potential £9.77 million award from the Heritage Fund; understands that the funding will support the development of an eight-year programme to restore some of Scotland’s rarest woodlands; notes that local communities will be involved in designing and delivering the project; acknowledges the role of the Heritage Fund, which, since 1994, has invested over £1 billion in Scotland’s heritage, including over £14.5 million across 80 projects in Dumbarton, and commends those involved in revitalising historic buildings, celebrating Scotland’s industrial legacy and protecting outstanding landscapes.

That the Parliament welcomes the delivery of construction pathways at Stirling and Balfron high schools, which features Build Your Future events to inspire the next generation to consider a career in the sector; notes that creating a pathway into roofing with the introduction of a National 5 in Creative Industries Roof Slating has directly resulted in a young person from Stirling High School being offered an apprenticeship with local company, Old Plean Roofing; understands that this was delivered in collaboration with the National Federation of Roofing Contractors, Historic Environment Scotland, Scottish Traditional Building Forum and Stirling Council; understands that the creation and continued evolution of the construction pathways will assist young people to make informed decisions about their career choices, while ensuring parity of esteem with other subject choices; congratulates the organisations, schools, staff and students for participating in the pilots, and wishes all concerned best wishes for their future careers.

That the Parliament acknowledges the work of Action on Asbestos, formerly known as Clydeside Action on Asbestos, for supporting patients with asbestos-related conditions across Scotland; welcomes its sponsorship of a new network of pleural nurses to assist NHS services; notes that, to date, three new nurses have joined the network, including one in Forth Valley and two in Edinburgh; further notes that two additional nurses based in Inverclyde and Ayrshire are ready to join; recognises that the network was launched on 27 February 2026 at the offices of Action on Asbestos; understands that consultant physicians across NHS Scotland have welcomed the additional support that these nurses will provide to patients, and commends Action on Asbestos for what it sees as its continuing commitment to supporting patients, families and NHS services.

That the Parliament agrees that, during stage 3 of the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill, debate on groups of amendments shall, subject to Rule 9.8.4A, be brought to a conclusion by the time limits indicated, those time limits being calculated from when the stage begins and excluding any periods when other business is under consideration or when a meeting of the Parliament is suspended or otherwise not in progress:

Groups 1 and 2: 1 hour 45 minutes           

Groups 3 and 4: 5 hours 

Groups 5 and 6: 6 hours 30 minutes          

Groups 7 and 8: 10 hours 30 minutes

Groups 9 and 10: 12 hours 30 minutes

Groups 11 to 14: 15 hours 30 minutes

Groups 15 to 17: 18 hours

Groups 18 to 20: 21 hours.

That the Criminal Justice Committee recommends that the Police Service of Scotland (Vetting) Regulations 2026 (SSI 2026/46) be annulled.

That the Parliament congratulates Highgate Care Home in Uddingston, operated by HC-One Scotland, on being named one of the Top 20 Care Homes in Scotland in the carehome.co.uk Top 20 Care Home Awards 2026; recognises that the Top 20 Care Home Awards are among the most respected in the sector, reflecting exceptional feedback from residents, service users and their families; notes that Highgate achieved the maximum possible score of 10; believes that this accolade is a testament to HC-One’s commitment to delivering compassionate, person-centred care that enhances the lives of those who it supports; commends the dedication and professionalism of Highgate’s staff team, the spirit of its residents and the encouragement of relatives whose support contributed to this achievement, and extends its warmest wishes for the home’s continued success as it strives to provide outstanding care to its residents in the years ahead.