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Congratulating Ricky Burns on His Outstanding Boxing Career and Induction to British Boxing Hall of Fame

  • Submitted by: Fulton MacGregor, Coatbridge and Chryston, Scottish National Party
  • Date lodged: Wednesday, 23 September 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S7M-01301

That the Parliament congratulates Coatbridge boxer Ricky Burns on his outstanding career and achievements in boxing; recognises that Ricky is Scotland’s only three-weight world champion, having won world titles across three different weight divisions; notes the immense dedication, sacrifice, hard work and determination required to reach the highest level of professional boxing; acknowledges the pride with which Ricky has represented Coatbridge and Scotland throughout his career; further recognises the lasting contribution he has made to Scottish boxing and the inspiration his achievements provide to aspiring boxers across Scotland; congratulates Ricky on his induction into the British Boxing Hall of Fame, and celebrates the legacy that he has established as one of Scotland’s most distinguished boxers and a true legend of Scottish boxing.


Supported by: Heather Anderson, Colin Beattie, Amanda Bland, Steven Bonnar, Gary Bouse, Miles Briggs, Victor Currie, Martyn Day, Bob Doris, Tim Eagle, Joe Fagan, Amanda Lindsay, Stuart McMillan, Colm Merrick, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance