Chamber and committees

That the Parliament welcomes the continued preservation and display of the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt at Tramway, in Glasgow Southside; notes that the quilt is a deeply moving and historically significant piece of social history, made up of panels handmade by loved ones to commemorate over 600 individuals who lost their lives to HIV and AIDS; understands that the quilt forms part of the world’s largest community art project and that Scottish activist Ally Van Tilo (formerly Alastair Hume) began curating the UK version; understands that the quilt serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and as a testament to the resilience, love and activism of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies; appreciates the vital work of the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt Partnership and charities, including Waverley Care, in keeping these memories alive and using the quilt to educate younger generations; recognises that while medical advancements mean HIV is now a manageable long-term condition, stigma and late diagnosis remain significant challenges, and supports ongoing efforts to achieve zero new HIV transmissions in Scotland by 2030, ensuring that the legacy of those remembered in the quilt continues to inspire a more compassionate and informed society.

That the Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee recommends that the Act of Sederunt (Fees of Messengers-at-Arms and Sheriff Officers) 2026 (SSI 2026/208) be annulled.

That the Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee recommends that the Act of Sederunt (Fees of Messengers-at-Arms and Sheriff Officers) (Amendment) 2026 (SSI 2026/252) be annulled.

That the Parliament understands that Govanhill has been named as Time Out’s fifth coolest neighbourhood in the world; further understands that this area in the Glasgow Southside constituency is known for its community spirit, independent shops and creative activity; celebrates Govanhill's independent music venues, queer bookstores, multicultural food and drink businesses and lively community spaces, and believes that the existence of these local organisations and businesses only adds to the area's longstanding diversity and strength in character.

That the Parliament acknowledges the significance of the site of Scotland's first national football ground and the world's first purpose-built international football stadium, which for more than a century has been home to Hampden Bowling Club and served the communities of Glasgow Southside; notes concerns arising from the closure of the bowling club regarding the future of this beloved community green space; endorses First Hampden For All's campaign to keep the site open and accessible to all as both a community hub and a football heritage site, and calls for immediate action to preserve the important history of the site and support its future as a community-led resource for the people of Glasgow Southside and beyond.

As an amendment to motion S7M-01022 in the name of Shirley-Anne Somerville (Eradicating Child Poverty, the Scottish Government’s Defining Mission), insert at end "; calls for decisive and committed action to disrupt financial inequality between women and men, and recognises the need for targeted action to confront women’s poverty as a vital part of realising its mission to eradicate child poverty; supports the progressive increase to the Scottish Child Payment to £40 per week for all children, not just those under one year old, with the goal of increasing this to £55 per week by the end of the current Parliamentary session, and believes that an increase to the Scottish Child Payment for young parents must be made to compensate for the UK Government’s Young Parent Penalty."

That the Parliament recognises what it sees as the deep cultural, historical and environmental significance of the Queen’s Park Glasshouse to the Glasgow Southside constituency and the wider city; notes what it considers to be the significant public support for protecting this cultural heritage asset, evidenced by a Glasgow City Council petition signed by more than 13,000 people; understands that the glasshouse supports a range of crucial community priorities and that maintaining public access is important for heritage preservation, community cohesion, urban greenspace, accessible public toilets and dedicated opportunities for children’s play; believes that the safeguarding and sustainable revitalisation of the glasshouse aligns directly with key Scottish Government strategic ambitions, including those under the National *Planning* Framework 4, the Climate Change Plan and the Health and Social Care Strategy; notes the view that additional investment is required to bring the glasshouse back to its full potential, and further notes calls for the Scottish Government to meet with representatives of the Save Queen's Park Glasshouse campaign and Glasgow City Council to discuss all opportunities for the future of the glasshouse.

That the Parliament understands that a campaign has launched to afford the Scottish morning roll protection and recognition as a UNESCO cultural status food; believes the status is well-deserved for a unique food group that is treasured across the country and enjoyed by many each day; understands the morning roll has been around for over 300 years, longer than Paris has had the baguette, believes that Glasgow Southside, often referred to as the "brunch capital of Scotland", has numerous institutions that offer this delicacy, such as Cafe Strange Brew, the Green Goose, Cafe Salmagundi and Fulton’s Cafe, and commends the work of the Scottish food historian, Peter Gilchrist, who is embarking on this cause.

That the Parliament believes that Scotland and the UK are experiencing extreme weather events that are made more frequent and severe due to climate change; affirms the climate science, which demonstrates that existing global oil and gas reserves already far exceed what can be safely burned in a world committed to limiting warming to 1.5°C; believes that this makes developing the Rosebank oil and gas field incompatible with climate goals; notes that it is estimated that Rosebank’s emissions will total 254 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, which equates to six times Scotland’s annual climate emissions; understands that the majority of Rosebank’s oil will be used for export and not contributing to energy security; agrees with the head of the International Energy Agency that new fields such as Rosebank “would not change much for the UK’s energy security, nor would they change the price of oil and gas”; considers that, as the climate imperative intensifies, geopolitical instability highlights that continued reliance on volatile fossil fuels leaves households and businesses exposed to global price shocks, and affirms the vital importance of delivering a fair and equitable transition for Scotland's workers in the energy sector.

That the Parliament welcomes the formal proposals to strengthen the twinning partnership between the cities of Glasgow and Boston; commends the leadership of Glasgow’s Lord Provost, Jacqueline McLaren, and Boston’s Mayor, Michelle Wu, in championing this civic alliance; celebrates what it sees as the exemplary conduct, vibrant culture and warmth of the Scotland football fans, affectionately known as the Tartan Army, during their travels throughout the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup; notes with pride the overwhelmingly positive response and hospitality extended to Scottish supporters by the people of Boston; believes that what it considers to be the legendary camaraderie, charity fundraising and musical skill of the Tartan Army have served as a powerful showcase of Scotland on the international stage, and wishes both cities every success in fostering a lasting legacy of friendship, mutual prosperity and shared heritage following the tournament.