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Congratulating Surgeon Jonathan Hannay, NHS Golden Jubilee

  • Submitted by: Annie Wells, Glasgow, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party.
  • Date lodged: Monday, 15 September 2025
  • Motion reference: S6M-18892

That the Parliament congratulates Mr Jonathan Hannay, consultant surgeon in general, colorectal and surgical oncology at NHS Golden Jubilee, who, for over 10 years, has volunteered his own time to bring life-changing surgical care to the people of Chitokoloki Mission Hospital in rural Zambia; recognises the challenges faced by patients who often travel for hours or days to access care that is not available locally; acknowledges the complex surgical procedures that he provides, from cancer operations to trauma and reconstructive surgery, often, it understands, under conditions rarely seen in the UK; recognises what it sees as the lasting impact of his work on individuals and communities, including the training of local clinicians to ensure sustainable support throughout the year; notes what it sees as the invaluable support provided by NHS Golden Jubilee in enabling Mr Hannay’s annual missions, and congratulates him, alongside Dr and Mrs McAdam and the dedicated hospital team, for their inspiring commitment to improving lives in one of the most remote regions of Zambia. 


Supported by: Jeremy Balfour, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Tim Eagle, Annabelle Ewing, Meghan Gallacher, Kenneth Gibson, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Dr Sandesh Gulhane (Registered interest) , Craig Hoy, Liam Kerr, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Edward Mountain, Douglas Ross, Alexander Stewart, Paul Sweeney, Tess White