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Recognising and Celebrating the 80th Anniversary of the Twinning Link between Burntisland and Flekkefjord, Norway

  • Submitted by: Claire Baker, Mid Scotland and Fife, Scottish Labour.
  • Date lodged: Tuesday, 20 January 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S6M-20489

That the Parliament recognises and celebrates the 80th anniversary of the twinning link between Burntisland and Flekkefjord, Norway; understands that the twinning began in February 1946, and is believed to be one of the oldest town twinning links in the world; notes that it aims to develop and maintain friendships and cultural links between the two communities; recognises that Burntisland and Flekkefjord have much in common, including their rich maritime history, industry and tourism; believes that the Burntisland and Flekkefjord Twinning Committee is hosting an exchange programme of events in Burntisland in summer 2026 to celebrate this special anniversary; acknowledges that the most recent annual exchange, in August 2025, took place in Flekkefjord, where a delegation from Burntisland was treated to many great experiences; recognises the hard work of the committee in organising and years of planning and fundraising; expresses its gratitude to supporters, including Tom Courts Butchers, the Sands Hotel, Talented Witches, Fife Council, the Scottish Norwegian Society and the Norwegian Scottish Association; extends its very best wishes for the success of the celebrations and events, and hopes that everyone enjoys them immensely.


Supported by: Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Pam Duncan-Glancy, Annabelle Ewing, Murdo Fraser, Kenneth Gibson, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Kevin Stewart, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance, Annie Wells, Martin Whitfield