Recognising the Work of Teenage Community Volunteers in Musselburgh

That the Parliament recognises and thanks the Summer Crew Volunteers, Musselburgh Street Clean, Musselburgh in Bloom, East Lothian Countryside Rangers, Discovering Musselburgh and all other youth and community groups in the area for their hard work and dedication throughout the summer; believes that these groups, made up largely of teenagers and young people, have demonstrated an outstanding sense of community spirit and pride during the summer holidays; notes that, as part of their efforts to clean up and improve their local communities, participants have taken part in litter picking, sanding, painting, weeding and planting flowers, which, it believes, has helped to make public spaces cleaner, brighter and more welcoming for everyone; recognises what it considers to be the particularly positive difference that their work has made in and around the Brunton Hall and across Musselburgh; believes that initiatives such as these provide a fantastic opportunity for young people to socialise, spend time outdoors, develop new skills and take pride in the places where they live; commends every young person and volunteer who has given up their time to make a difference, and believes that their enthusiasm, hard work and commitment are a great example of the positive contribution that young people make to their communities.