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HMS Unicorn Wins the Innovation Award at Central & East Thistle Awards 2025

  • Submitted by: Michael Marra, North East Scotland, Scottish Labour.
  • Date lodged: Tuesday, 07 October 2025
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S6M-19263

That the Parliament congratulates HMS Unicorn in Dundee on winning the Innovation Award at the annual Central & East Thistle Awards 2025; understands that the attraction was recognised for driving forward positive change in innovative ways; notes that the vessel is now over 200 years old and is the oldest ship in Scotland; acknowledges HMS Unicorn’s community initiatives such as its Wavemakers Volunteer Programme, which seeks to transform the lives of individuals by breaking down barriers to employment by providing structured volunteer placements; appreciates the hard work of the staff and volunteers, who have continuously helped preserve a golden piece of Dundee’s heritage, and wishes HMS Unicorn well on its journey as a key tourist attraction in the heart of the city. 


Supported by: Clare Adamson, Jeremy Balfour, Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Katy Clark, Annabelle Ewing, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Audrey Nicoll, Alexander Stewart, Kevin Stewart, Paul Sweeney, Evelyn Tweed, Sue Webber, Tess White, Martin Whitfield