That the Parliament congratulates The Mainstreet Trading Company in St Boswells on being featured in The Times list of 10 of the Best Independent Bookshops in Scotland for 2026; understands that the business has become a celebrated destination for book lovers from across Scotland and beyond; notes that it was founded in 2008 by Rosamund and Bill de la Hey in a former auction house in the heart of St Boswells; recognises its unique combination of independent bookshop, café and deli, which contributes significantly to the economy and visitor experience in the Scottish Borders; acknowledges its particularly strong reputation for children's books and its commitment to encouraging reading among young people; recognises what it sees as the important role that independent bookshops play in supporting authors, fostering a love of literature and serving as cultural hubs in their communities, and wishes everyone associated with The Mainstreet Trading Company continued success in the future.
Supported by: Colin Beattie, Senga Beresford, Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Maggie Chapman, Russell Findlay, Meghan Gallacher, Craig Hoy, Liam Kerr, Jamie Langan, Douglas Lumsden, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Jenni Minto, Laura Moodie, Paul Sweeney