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Congratulating Montrose Community Trust on Being Selected as a Finalist in The Courier Business Awards 

  • Submitted by: Dawn Black, Angus North and Mearns, Scottish National Party
  • Date lodged: Wednesday, 26 August 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S7M-00955

That the Parliament congratulates Montrose Community Trust on being named a finalist in the Community category at The Courier Business Awards 2026; notes that the Trust delivered more than 22,500 engagements through 35 programmes in 2025, supporting people of all ages across Montrose and the surrounding area; recognises its work in areas including mental health, physical activity, climate action, food resilience and youth employability; commends the contribution of its volunteers; notes the ongoing £2 million Gable End development at Links Park, which will provide enhanced community facilities and a dedicated dementia centre, and recognises the Trust's success in harnessing the power of football to build confidence, tackle isolation, improve wellbeing and create positive opportunities for people across the community. 


Supported by: Heather Anderson, Miles Briggs, Bob Doris, Jackie Dunbar, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance