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Chamber and committees

Ups and Downs Theatre Group Receives Standing Ovation

  • Submitted by: Alex Kerr, Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse, Scottish National Party
  • Date lodged: Tuesday, 01 September 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S7M-01012

That the Parliament congratulates Ups and Downs Theatre Group, in Hamilton, on its outstanding performance aboard the Arcadia Cruise Ship; recognises that Ups and Downs is an inspirational group for young people with Downs syndrome that provides a safe space for rehearsal and performance in a theatre setting; notes that the group received a standing ovation from passengers for performing Material girl, Ring of fire, Burning love and an emotional rendition of A million dreams; acknowledges that Ups and Downs was invited aboard the Arcadia for a day of celebration following its Pride of Britain Award win in October 2025; congratulates Ups and Downs on its award, and wishes the group well with future performances.


Supported by: Heather Anderson, Jackie Baillie, Colin Beattie, Steven Bonnar, Miles Briggs, Joe Fagan, Stephen Kerr, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Jenni Minto, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance