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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: Jeremy Balfour, Miles Briggs, Annabelle Ewing, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Audrey Nicoll, Alexander Stewart, Kevin Stewart, Paul Sweeney, Evelyn Tweed, Tess White, Martin Whitfield