Selkirk’s Young Entrepreneur, Brooke Laurie and Blissbakes26

That the Parliament congratulates 16-year-old Selkirk entrepreneur, Brooke Laurie, on the launch of her home baking business, Blissbakes26, and the opening of her new self-service cake shed in Ladyshaw Drive; recognises the initiative and entrepreneurial spirit shown by Brooke in establishing her own small business at such a young age; understands that the cake shed officially opened in July 2026 and has been described as Selkirk’s first cake shed, offering customers freshly baked cakes, cookies and other sweet treats through a self-service honesty-box model; acknowledges the hard work, creativity and commitment required to establish and grow a business while continuing in education; recognises the importance of encouraging young entrepreneurs and providing young people with opportunities to develop practical business skills, confidence and experience; welcomes the contribution that new independent businesses can make to the vibrancy of Selkirk and its local economy, and wishes Brooke and Blissbakes26 every success as the business continues to grow.