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Congratulations to Trinity Primary School in Hawick on Success in Active Travel Schools Video Competition

  • Submitted by: Rachael Hamilton, Ettrick, Roxburgh and Berwickshire, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
  • Date lodged: Friday, 03 July 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S7M-00572

That the Parliament congratulates Trinity Primary School on its outstanding participation in the Scottish Borders Council's active travel schools video competition; acknowledges the enthusiasm, creativity and commitment shown by pupils, teachers and staff in producing imaginative video entries that highlight the benefits of walking, wheeling and cycling; recognises the contribution of the competition in encouraging young people to think creatively about sustainable transport choices and healthier lifestyles; understands that pupils demonstrated strong engagement with themes of sustainability, wellbeing and active travel, reflecting wider efforts to promote positive behavioural change from an early age; notes that the school’s participation included a celebratory event featuring games, music, challenges, a smoothie bike, a picnic and a special RIDONKULOUS donkey guest, which helped to reinforce the educational message in an enjoyable and inclusive way; further notes the valuable role of Scottish Borders Council’s Active Travel team, the FNY Collective, school staff and families in supporting pupils to take part and ensuring the success of the initiative; recognises the wider importance of such programmes in supporting road safety awareness, reducing carbon emissions and improving community wellbeing; wishes Trinity Primary School continued success in promoting active travel and in providing pupils with opportunities to engage in creative, community-focused and sustainability-led projects, and commends all involved.


Supported by: Colin Beattie, Stuart McMillan