That the Parliament congratulates Bright Green Nature on receiving £62,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund’s Young Start programme; recognises the charity’s work in providing young people in the Scottish Borders with opportunities to connect with nature, develop skills and participate in activities within their local environment; understands the positive impact that access to nature and outdoor activity can have on young people’s confidence, wellbeing, learning and sense of connection to their communities; acknowledges the importance of the Young Start programme in supporting projects that create opportunities for young people and help them develop skills for the future; recognises the commitment of Bright Green Nature’s staff, volunteers and participants in delivering environmental and community projects across the Borders; welcomes the investment represented by the £62,000 award and the opportunities it will create for more young people, and wishes Bright Green Nature every success as it continues its work to help young people discover, understand and care for the natural environment.
Supported by: Clare Adamson, Colin Beattie, Gary Bouse, Miles Briggs, Russell Findlay, Craig Hoy, Stephen Kerr, Colm Merrick, Paul Sweeney