That the Parliament acknowledges that Clackmannanshire is preparing for one of its biggest summer events, as the Famous Alva Games return in July 2025; considers that 2025 marks the 167th edition of the games, which begin on 12 July at Johnstone and Cochrane Parks; believes that high numbers have entered for the 400m, 800m, 1600m and 3200m events, which are reportedly the very best in many years; acknowledges that the organisers are hoping to build on the hugely successful games day in 2024, which saw the inaugural female heavyweight competition, joining the junior competition, which began in 2023; understands that games organisers say that both classes were contested by the best of the athletes in both categories; considers that they are both a very welcome addition to the programme; believes that, in the tradition of the games, a guest of honour has been selected for the 2025 Alva Games, and that long-term supporter and well-known Clacks figure, John MacPherson, has been given the honour as a former Deputy-Lieutenant for Clackmannanshire, until his retirement in April 2025; understands that John will lead the front of the parade and be piped onto the field by the Alloa Bowmar Pipe Band, which, it notes, is ever-present at Johnstone Park, and wishes everyone involved the very best of wishes for a highly successful day.