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The Lisini Pub Company Recognised in Best Places to Work List

  • Submitted by: Clare Haughey, Rutherglen and Cambuslang, Scottish National Party
  • Date lodged: Thursday, 23 July 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S7M-00718

That the Parliament congratulates the Lanarkshire-based Lisini Pub Company, whose venues include The Parkville in Blantyre, on being recognised in the Best Places to Work list, which is compiled by The Sunday Times; understands that the company was one of five Scottish organisations featured in the Best Big Places to Work category; notes that the achievement comes as CEO, Siobhan Edwards, marks 20 years with the business, following in the footsteps of her parents, Harry and Kathleen Hood, who founded the business in 1969; understands that the company has invested in more than 10,000 hours of training for its over 300 employees, introduced a new employee assistance programme and rolled out mental health first aid training; notes that it has also been awarded the Wellness Charter by Hospitality Health in recognition of its commitment to actively supporting employee wellbeing; commends the actions that it has taken to establish a supportive workplace where staff feel valued, respected and able to thrive, and wishes everyone in the Lisini team all the best for their continued success.


Supported by: Miles Briggs, Martyn Day, Thomas Kerr, Paul Sweeney