That the Parliament pays tribute to Bruce Adamson, who is stepping down as Children and Young People's Commissioner Scotland in May 2023; notes that Bruce has served in the role for six years, after the Parliament approved his nomination in 2017; believes that he has worked tirelessly in promoting the rights of children and young people in Scotland; thanks him, in particular, for his work in reviewing law and policy and working with the Parliament to ensure that the rights of children are upheld; notes that his successor, Nicola Killean, has been approved by the Parliament, and will take over the role this month; congratulates Nicola on her nomination; looks forward to working with her in safeguarding the rights of children and young people, and wishes Bruce the very best in his next steps.
Supported by:
Karen Adam, Clare Adamson, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Maggie Chapman, Bob Doris, Sharon Dowey, Pam Duncan-Glancy, Annabelle Ewing, Meghan Gallacher, Pam Gosal, Dr. Sandesh Gulhane, Bill Kidd, Monica Lennon, Douglas Lumsden, Fulton MacGregor, Rona Mackay, Ben Macpherson, Ruth Maguire, John Mason, Stuart McMillan, Marie McNair, Audrey Nicoll, Paul O'Kane, Douglas Ross, Paul Sweeney, Martin Whitfield, Brian Whittle