That the Parliament congratulates Connect Alloa on being awarded funding for three years from the Robertson Trust to appoint a Project Leader; notes that the volunteer-run charity aims to provide a safe environment for young people and young adults with a focus on reducing social isolation by running youth groups twice weekly; understands that the Project Leader will facilitate a number of projects, including for volunteering, peer mentoring, healthy eating initiatives, social enterprise, creativity and community events; recognises the importance of Connect Alloa’s designated outcomes of reducing feelings of social isolation, increasing engagement with the community and improving its clients' confidence in social situations; notes that it was founded following research that suggested that young people in the area needed a supportive space to engage with each other and build confidence; believes that Connect Alloa has managed to make incredible progress up to this point, despite having with limited resources, thanks to its resilience and “make do” attitude; thanks Connect Alloa for its continued outstanding work in the community, and wishes it every success for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Connect Alloa on being awarded funding for three years from the Robertson Trust to appoint a Project Leader; notes that the volunteer-run charity aims to provide a safe environment for young people and young adults with a focus on reducing social isolation by running youth groups twice weekly; understands that the Project Leader will facilitate a number of projects, including for volunteering, peer mentoring, healthy eating initiatives, social enterprise, creativity and community events; recognises the importance of Connect Alloa’s designated outcomes of reducing feelings of social isolation, increasing engagement with the community and improving its clients' confidence in social situations; notes that it was founded following research that suggested that young people in the area needed a supportive space to engage with each other and build confidence; believes that Connect Alloa has managed to make incredible progress up to this point, despite having with limited resources, thanks to its resilience and “make do” attitude; thanks Connect Alloa for its continued outstanding work in the community, and wishes it every success for the future.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Emma Harper, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Sandra White, Bill Kidd, Stewart Stevenson, Joan McAlpine, Richard Lyle, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey
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That the Parliament commends Alva Academy on being awarded the status of a Vision School for Holocaust Education; congratulates both students and teachers on this prestigious award, which is a testament to the phenomenal work undertaken at the academy; understands that this award is in partnership with the University of West of Scotland; recognises that Holocaust education comprises learning about and from the Holocaust, contributing to anti-racist education and education for citizenship, supporting religious equality and explores the wider contemporary relevance of the Holocaust; believes that anti-racist education should be actively promoted in all schools across Scotland; notes that the Vision Schools project aims to promote excellence in Holocaust teaching by rewarding innovation, encouraging sharing of good practice and is part of a whole-establishment approach to promoting equality and inclusion and challenging discrimination and prejudice, and strongly believes that anti-Semitism and racism have no place in Scotland.
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That the Parliament commends Alva Academy on being awarded the status of a Vision School for Holocaust Education; congratulates both students and teachers on this prestigious award, which is a testament to the phenomenal work undertaken at the academy; understands that this award is in partnership with the University of West of Scotland; recognises that Holocaust education comprises learning about and from the Holocaust, contributing to anti-racist education and education for citizenship, supporting religious equality and explores the wider contemporary relevance of the Holocaust; believes that anti-racist education should be actively promoted in all schools across Scotland; notes that the Vision Schools project aims to promote excellence in Holocaust teaching by rewarding innovation, encouraging sharing of good practice and is part of a whole-establishment approach to promoting equality and inclusion and challenging discrimination and prejudice, and strongly believes that anti-Semitism and racism have no place in Scotland.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Richard Lyle, Willie Coffey, David Torrance, Stewart Stevenson, Stuart McMillan, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Clare Adamson, Alex Rowley, Annabelle Ewing, Alasdair Allan, Gil Paterson, Bruce Crawford, Fulton MacGregor, Tom Arthur
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That the Parliament welcomes Carers Week, which takes place between 8 and 14 June 2020; notes that the week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and highlight the challenges that unpaid and young carers face and the contributions that they make to families and communities; recognises that the COVID-19 pandemic has meant that carers are faced with new challenges, taking on extended or additional caring responsibilities for relatives and friends, who are disabled, ill or older and who require support; supports this year’s ambition to "Make Caring Visible" and believes that everyone has a part to play in making sure carers are seen, heard and understood; thanks carers for the incredible contribution that they make every day to those they care for and to communities; applauds carers for their resilience and compassion during an extremely difficult time; understands the impact that caring can have on the wellbeing of carers, including on their mental and physical health, relationships and finances, and welcomes the recent £19.2 million Scottish Government investment in the Carer’s Allowance Supplement, which is in recognition of the additional pressure that carers are under as a result of the ongoing pandemic.
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That the Parliament welcomes Carers Week, which takes place between 8 and 14 June 2020; notes that the week is an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring and highlight the challenges that unpaid and young carers face and the contributions that they make to families and communities; recognises that the COVID-19 pandemic has meant that carers are faced with new challenges, taking on extended or additional caring responsibilities for relatives and friends, who are disabled, ill or older and who require support; supports this year’s ambition to "Make Caring Visible" and believes that everyone has a part to play in making sure carers are seen, heard and understood; thanks carers for the incredible contribution that they make every day to those they care for and to communities; applauds carers for their resilience and compassion during an extremely difficult time; understands the impact that caring can have on the wellbeing of carers, including on their mental and physical health, relationships and finances, and welcomes the recent £19.2 million Scottish Government investment in the Carer’s Allowance Supplement, which is in recognition of the additional pressure that carers are under as a result of the ongoing pandemic.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Colin Beattie, Kenneth Gibson, Shona Robison, Rona Mackay, Mark McDonald, Sandra White, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, Stuart McMillan, John Mason, Monica Lennon, James Dornan, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, Bob Doris, David Torrance, Tom Arthur, Mark Griffin, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey, Clare Adamson, Joan McAlpine
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That the Parliament congratulates Dollar Community Council on the publication of its digital newsletter; understands that this is the first digital edition that the Council has produced in place of the regular paper copy that is usually delivered to every household in Dollar; believes the newsletter to be a valuable source of information, helping to keep the community up to date with the latest local news during the COVID-19 lockdown; thanks local organisations and businesses for rising to the challenge and contributing to this first digital edition, and further thanks Dollar Community Council for its ongoing work during the crisis.
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That the Parliament congratulates Dollar Community Council on the publication of its digital newsletter; understands that this is the first digital edition that the Council has produced in place of the regular paper copy that is usually delivered to every household in Dollar; believes the newsletter to be a valuable source of information, helping to keep the community up to date with the latest local news during the COVID-19 lockdown; thanks local organisations and businesses for rising to the challenge and contributing to this first digital edition, and further thanks Dollar Community Council for its ongoing work during the crisis.
Supported by: Tom Arthur, Alexander Stewart, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Gail Ross, Clare Adamson, Annabelle Ewing, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey
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That the Parliament commends Dunblane Cricket Club, Riverside Football Club, 15th and 10th Stirling Guides, Forth Valley Twins and Multiples Group, Tea's Company, The Dunblane Fling, 11th BofA Scout Group, Stirling Water Polo Club, Stirling and District Schools Pipe Band, Stirling Arthritis Group, Stirling Triathlon Club and Bridge of Allan Stroke Group for their selfless action in returning grant money to the Stirling and Bridge of Allan Round Table; understand that this action means that the Round Table now has a coronavirus emergency fund that can be given to charities and organisations in need of financing due to the pandemic; believes this to epitomise the strong community spirit shown across Scotland during this national crisis; recognises Stirling and Bridge of Allan Round Table’s history of donating to and supporting local and national charitable organisations; notes the hard work and dedication of many charitable organisations during the pandemic, and thanks them for their continued commitment to communities.
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That the Parliament commends Dunblane Cricket Club, Riverside Football Club, 15th and 10th Stirling Guides, Forth Valley Twins and Multiples Group, Tea's Company, The Dunblane Fling, 11th BofA Scout Group, Stirling Water Polo Club, Stirling and District Schools Pipe Band, Stirling Arthritis Group, Stirling Triathlon Club and Bridge of Allan Stroke Group for their selfless action in returning grant money to the Stirling and Bridge of Allan Round Table; understand that this action means that the Round Table now has a coronavirus emergency fund that can be given to charities and organisations in need of financing due to the pandemic; believes this to epitomise the strong community spirit shown across Scotland during this national crisis; recognises Stirling and Bridge of Allan Round Table’s history of donating to and supporting local and national charitable organisations; notes the hard work and dedication of many charitable organisations during the pandemic, and thanks them for their continued commitment to communities.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Bill Kidd, Emma Harper, Sandra White, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Stewart Stevenson, Tom Arthur, Fulton MacGregor, Gail Ross, Clare Adamson, Willie Coffey, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament notes that Volunteers Week is held between 1 and 7 June every year and is a week dedicated to celebrating the amazing successes and contributions of volunteers across the country; recognises the incredible recent volunteer response to COVID-19, with inspiring examples of community action and service across Scotland, including across Clackmannanshire, Bridge of Allan and Dunblane; applauds and celebrates the contributions of volunteers who have made such a huge difference to their local areas; acknowledges that Volunteer Week 2020 will focus particularly on the collective gratitude and recognition of the work of volunteers; encourages people to get involved in the Week’s celebrations and show their appreciation for those who have volunteered their time to help those around them, and thanks all those dedicated volunteers who have contributed so much to their communities over the last year, but in particular over the last few months, which have been extremely challenging.
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That the Parliament notes that Volunteers Week is held between 1 and 7 June every year and is a week dedicated to celebrating the amazing successes and contributions of volunteers across the country; recognises the incredible recent volunteer response to COVID-19, with inspiring examples of community action and service across Scotland, including across Clackmannanshire, Bridge of Allan and Dunblane; applauds and celebrates the contributions of volunteers who have made such a huge difference to their local areas; acknowledges that Volunteer Week 2020 will focus particularly on the collective gratitude and recognition of the work of volunteers; encourages people to get involved in the Week’s celebrations and show their appreciation for those who have volunteered their time to help those around them, and thanks all those dedicated volunteers who have contributed so much to their communities over the last year, but in particular over the last few months, which have been extremely challenging.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Liam McArthur, Alexander Stewart, Monica Lennon, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Stewart Stevenson, Gillian Martin, Annabelle Ewing, Tom Arthur, John Mason, Fulton MacGregor, Angela Constance, Gail Ross, Clare Adamson, Willie Coffey, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament commends the 396 student nurses and nine staff members from the University of Stirling who have volunteered so far to join healthcare workers on the frontline during the COVID-19 outbreak; recognises their commitment to serving their communities and their dedication to tackle the biggest challenge that people have faced in their lifetimes; believes them to be an inspiring example of the dedication and public service shown by NHS workers across Scotland; understands that they will make a significant contribution to nationwide efforts with NHS colleagues, bringing first-rate training and skills with them; recognises that this number is likely to be strengthened by further student nurses from the university; notes that the student nurses will continue to work towards their degrees while gaining experience on the frontline and providing vital support; thanks them and those working in the NHS for their tireless work, and wishes them the very best.
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That the Parliament commends the 396 student nurses and nine staff members from the University of Stirling who have volunteered so far to join healthcare workers on the frontline during the COVID-19 outbreak; recognises their commitment to serving their communities and their dedication to tackle the biggest challenge that people have faced in their lifetimes; believes them to be an inspiring example of the dedication and public service shown by NHS workers across Scotland; understands that they will make a significant contribution to nationwide efforts with NHS colleagues, bringing first-rate training and skills with them; recognises that this number is likely to be strengthened by further student nurses from the university; notes that the student nurses will continue to work towards their degrees while gaining experience on the frontline and providing vital support; thanks them and those working in the NHS for their tireless work, and wishes them the very best.
Supported by: Sandra White, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Emma Harper, Kenneth Gibson, Stewart Stevenson, Jeremy Balfour, Alison Harris, Bruce Crawford, Fulton MacGregor, Maureen Watt, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin, Willie Coffey, Angela Constance
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That the Parliament notes the 60th anniversary of The Great Ballard Show at Alloa Town Hall, featuring Johnny Gentle and The Silver Beetles, a band that would later become The Beatles; agrees with Ken McNab, author of The Beatles in Scotland, that this gig represents a pivotal moment in music history, kickstarting The Beatles’ rise to international fame; believes that this event puts Alloa on the map as The Beatles’ home in Scotland; understands that 17-year-old Paul McCartney had to ask his father for permission to leave school to tour; notes that this was one night of a seven-date tour that left the band with less money than they started with, resulting in the band having to sleep in their van in Forres; believes that this tour was the start of Paul McCartney’s love affair with Scotland, which saw him and his wife, Linda, move to the Mull of Kintyre, and thanks The Beatles for their outstanding and record-breaking contributions to music.
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That the Parliament notes the 60th anniversary of The Great Ballard Show at Alloa Town Hall, featuring Johnny Gentle and The Silver Beetles, a band that would later become The Beatles; agrees with Ken McNab, author of The Beatles in Scotland, that this gig represents a pivotal moment in music history, kickstarting The Beatles’ rise to international fame; believes that this event puts Alloa on the map as The Beatles’ home in Scotland; understands that 17-year-old Paul McCartney had to ask his father for permission to leave school to tour; notes that this was one night of a seven-date tour that left the band with less money than they started with, resulting in the band having to sleep in their van in Forres; believes that this tour was the start of Paul McCartney’s love affair with Scotland, which saw him and his wife, Linda, move to the Mull of Kintyre, and thanks The Beatles for their outstanding and record-breaking contributions to music.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Kenneth Gibson, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Sandra White, Fulton MacGregor, Bill Kidd, Maureen Watt, Ruth Maguire, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates Dollar Academy on winning both the Novice Juvenile A and Juvenile contests at the 2020 Scottish Schools Pipe Band Championships, which were held on 8 March; believes that these strong performances serve to strengthen its reputation as one of the world’s best schools to learn piping and drumming; understands that the championships showcase the talent of young musicians, promote the playing of the national instrument, offer young musicians a forum for top level competition and act as a positive and encouraging environment for school pipe bands with minimal or no competing experience; commends the pupils and teachers at Dollar Academy for their dedication and commitment, and wishes them continued success.
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That the Parliament congratulates Dollar Academy on winning both the Novice Juvenile A and Juvenile contests at the 2020 Scottish Schools Pipe Band Championships, which were held on 8 March; believes that these strong performances serve to strengthen its reputation as one of the world’s best schools to learn piping and drumming; understands that the championships showcase the talent of young musicians, promote the playing of the national instrument, offer young musicians a forum for top level competition and act as a positive and encouraging environment for school pipe bands with minimal or no competing experience; commends the pupils and teachers at Dollar Academy for their dedication and commitment, and wishes them continued success.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Sandra White, Donald Cameron, Kenneth Gibson, Richard Lyle, Joan McAlpine, Alex Rowley, Jeremy Balfour, Dean Lockhart, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Willie Coffey, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates Scottish Autism and Barclays on their new partnership to develop an inclusive and accessible environment for autistic employees at the new state-of-the-art Barclays campus under construction in Glasgow, which brings with it 2,500 new financial services jobs for Scotland; recognises Barclays’ commitment to working collaboratively to share best practices and remove barriers to employment; appreciates that Scottish Autism was developed by a group of parents from Alloa in 1968 and is now a leading authority and advocate for good autism practice; understands that a team of specialists from Scottish Autism will be on hand throughout the project, providing advice and support on best practice when creating accessible environments for autistic people; notes that the team will be working closely with the Autism Focus Group at Barclays to ensure that the voice of autistic employees is heard throughout the project so that they are able to inform the development of an inclusive and accessible working environment; welcomes the dedicated work of Scottish Autism to enable autistic people to lead happy, healthy and fulfilling lives, and wishes this partnership all the best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Scottish Autism and Barclays on their new partnership to develop an inclusive and accessible environment for autistic employees at the new state-of-the-art Barclays campus under construction in Glasgow, which brings with it 2,500 new financial services jobs for Scotland; recognises Barclays’ commitment to working collaboratively to share best practices and remove barriers to employment; appreciates that Scottish Autism was developed by a group of parents from Alloa in 1968 and is now a leading authority and advocate for good autism practice; understands that a team of specialists from Scottish Autism will be on hand throughout the project, providing advice and support on best practice when creating accessible environments for autistic people; notes that the team will be working closely with the Autism Focus Group at Barclays to ensure that the voice of autistic employees is heard throughout the project so that they are able to inform the development of an inclusive and accessible working environment; welcomes the dedicated work of Scottish Autism to enable autistic people to lead happy, healthy and fulfilling lives, and wishes this partnership all the best for the future.
Supported by: Emma Harper, Rona Mackay, Mark McDonald, Stewart Stevenson, Jeremy Balfour, Kenneth Gibson, Sandra White, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Miles Briggs, Richard Lyle, John Mason, Gillian Martin, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey, Dean Lockhart, Gil Paterson, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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