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Clydebank and Milngavie Pupils Shortlisted for Scottish Schools’ Young Writer of the Year

  • Submitted by: Marie McNair, Clydebank and Milngavie, Scottish National Party
  • Date lodged: Wednesday, 25 March 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S6M-21206
  • Current status: Fallen

That the Parliament congratulates Olivia Watson of Douglas Academy on being one of two finalists in 2026's Scottish Schools’ Young Writer of the Year competition; further congratulates Amy Valentine of St Peter the Apostle High School on being commended; understands that the competition is held every year by the charity, Young Programme, and is open to all pupils in Scottish schools who are between the ages 15 and 18; congratulates Olivia and Amy on this fantastic achievement, and commends them both for their hard work.


Supported by: Miles Briggs, Annabelle Ewing, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Jamie Hepburn, Bill Kidd, Audrey Nicoll, Kevin Stewart, Brian Whittle