That the Parliament congratulates Katee Kross from Bishopbriggs on the hugely successful launch of what it believes is the first drive-in music concert in Scotland since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic; commends Katee, Raintown, Huntershill Village and the Bishopbriggs School of Music for organising the sold-out event; praises their ingenuity and inventiveness in bringing live music back to communities in a safe and controlled way in line with COVID-19 regulations; understands the huge impact that the pandemic has had on the creative arts sector; believes this drive-in concert to be a successful template for other organisations to follow within the sector, and wishes Katee, Peter O’Neill and Bishopbriggs School of Music all the best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Katee Kross from Bishopbriggs on the hugely successful launch of what it believes is the first drive-in music concert in Scotland since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic; commends Katee, Raintown, Huntershill Village and the Bishopbriggs School of Music for organising the sold-out event; praises their ingenuity and inventiveness in bringing live music back to communities in a safe and controlled way in line with COVID-19 regulations; understands the huge impact that the pandemic has had on the creative arts sector; believes this drive-in concert to be a successful template for other organisations to follow within the sector, and wishes Katee, Peter O’Neill and Bishopbriggs School of Music all the best for the future.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Maurice Corry, Annabelle Ewing, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Sandra White, David Torrance, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Bruce Crawford, Fulton MacGregor, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt, Angela Constance, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament commends Billington’s of Lenzie for being crowned the Scottish winner of the Convenience Stores UK Local Legends competition; understands that Billington’s was the subject of a number of nominations and was selected by the contest judges based on the high praise it received for efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic; notes that the team at Billington’s prepared and delivered soup and care packages to people who were shielding or self-isolating, and diversified its stock to cater to the needs of the local community, and thanks Billington’s management and staff for their incredible efforts during the pandemic and for truly being a "local legend" in the community.
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That the Parliament commends Billington’s of Lenzie for being crowned the Scottish winner of the Convenience Stores UK Local Legends competition; understands that Billington’s was the subject of a number of nominations and was selected by the contest judges based on the high praise it received for efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic; notes that the team at Billington’s prepared and delivered soup and care packages to people who were shielding or self-isolating, and diversified its stock to cater to the needs of the local community, and thanks Billington’s management and staff for their incredible efforts during the pandemic and for truly being a "local legend" in the community.
Supported by: Stewart Stevenson, David Torrance, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Clare Adamson, Kenneth Gibson, Maurice Corry, Fulton MacGregor, Gil Paterson, Bruce Crawford, Neil Bibby, Ruth Maguire, Maureen Watt, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament acknowledges National Adoption Week 2020, which runs from 14 to 20 October; understands that there are a range of events being held online, including fun family activities, as well as information sessions on foetal alcohol spectrum disorder and sibling relationships; commends the organisers for raising awareness of the benefits of adoption, including Adoption UK, which recently published the results of its April 2020 survey into the effects of lockdown on care experienced children, which highlighted that young people are experiencing increased anxiety and emotional distress, while many families reported enjoying spending more time together and some children appearing calmer than when attending school; acknowledges other research that highlighted that adopted children are 20 times more likely to be excluded than their peers, and notes the importance of these findings in tackling this inequality so that all children may have an equal start in life.
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That the Parliament acknowledges National Adoption Week 2020, which runs from 14 to 20 October; understands that there are a range of events being held online, including fun family activities, as well as information sessions on foetal alcohol spectrum disorder and sibling relationships; commends the organisers for raising awareness of the benefits of adoption, including Adoption UK, which recently published the results of its April 2020 survey into the effects of lockdown on care experienced children, which highlighted that young people are experiencing increased anxiety and emotional distress, while many families reported enjoying spending more time together and some children appearing calmer than when attending school; acknowledges other research that highlighted that adopted children are 20 times more likely to be excluded than their peers, and notes the importance of these findings in tackling this inequality so that all children may have an equal start in life.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Stuart McMillan, Annabelle Ewing, Edward Mountain, Liam McArthur, Monica Lennon, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Mark McDonald, Maureen Watt, Sandra White, Jeremy Balfour, Pauline McNeill, John Mason, Tom Arthur, Fulton MacGregor, Gillian Martin, Neil Findlay, Ruth Maguire, Angela Constance
Current Status: Achieved Cross Party Support
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That the Parliament commends Bishopbriggs Academy for participating in a virtual event to raise funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity between 18 and 20 September 2020; understands that staff, pupils and the wider community will be taking part through walking, running and cycling as much as they can over the weekend; notes that the ambition of the school is to virtually travel 1,290 miles from Bishopbriggs Academy to Mont Blanc via Ben Nevis; congratulates Bishopbriggs Academy on its inventive adapted fundraising efforts this year, and wishes everyone all the very best for their collective virtual international trek in aid of a great cause.
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That the Parliament commends Bishopbriggs Academy for participating in a virtual event to raise funds for the Beatson Cancer Charity between 18 and 20 September 2020; understands that staff, pupils and the wider community will be taking part through walking, running and cycling as much as they can over the weekend; notes that the ambition of the school is to virtually travel 1,290 miles from Bishopbriggs Academy to Mont Blanc via Ben Nevis; congratulates Bishopbriggs Academy on its inventive adapted fundraising efforts this year, and wishes everyone all the very best for their collective virtual international trek in aid of a great cause.
Supported by: Sandra White, David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Kenneth Gibson, Annabelle Ewing, Bob Doris, Bill Kidd, Stewart Stevenson, Fulton MacGregor, Gillian Martin, Ruth Maguire, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament commends Elaine McCulloch, June Fraser and Jeanette Baird who have volunteered for 10 years with the East Dunbartonshire Young Persons Befriending Scheme, which supports young people who are often vulnerable; notes that the Scheme pairs its young service users with adults and holds weekly group activities; acknowledges that, despite the COVID-19 crisis, this support has continued with remote communication and through the sending of craft materials and games for the young people to enjoy at home; acknowledges the considerable contribution of Elaine, June and Jeanette, and thanks them for their incredible commitment to improving the lives of young people in East Dunbartonshire.
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That the Parliament commends Elaine McCulloch, June Fraser and Jeanette Baird who have volunteered for 10 years with the East Dunbartonshire Young Persons Befriending Scheme, which supports young people who are often vulnerable; notes that the Scheme pairs its young service users with adults and holds weekly group activities; acknowledges that, despite the COVID-19 crisis, this support has continued with remote communication and through the sending of craft materials and games for the young people to enjoy at home; acknowledges the considerable contribution of Elaine, June and Jeanette, and thanks them for their incredible commitment to improving the lives of young people in East Dunbartonshire.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, Stuart McMillan, Stewart Stevenson, Sandra White, Annabelle Ewing, Clare Adamson, Fulton MacGregor, Joan McAlpine, Gillian Martin, Neil Bibby, Bruce Crawford, Ruth Maguire, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament commends Matthew Bain and Callum Fraser from East Dunbartonshire for successfully completing a 10-week course in robotic process automation; understands that this was delivered by TIGERS and the School of Automation based in Glasgow, and offers young people the opportunity to start a career as a developer and learn an increasingly sought after and invaluable skill set; congratulates the young men on both securing employment in their chosen industry, and wishes them all the best as they start their new careers.
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That the Parliament commends Matthew Bain and Callum Fraser from East Dunbartonshire for successfully completing a 10-week course in robotic process automation; understands that this was delivered by TIGERS and the School of Automation based in Glasgow, and offers young people the opportunity to start a career as a developer and learn an increasingly sought after and invaluable skill set; congratulates the young men on both securing employment in their chosen industry, and wishes them all the best as they start their new careers.
Supported by: Sandra White, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Fulton MacGregor, Joan McAlpine, Ruth Maguire, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament congratulates members of Kirkintilloch Rotary Club on it being awarded Club of the Year in the Rotary International’s West of Scotland Awards 2020; acknowledges that the club was also awarded President of the Year, Secretary of the Year and Assistant Governor of the Year, in addition to qualifying for the prestigious Rotary International Presidential Citation; understands that, since the start of COVID-19 restrictions, members have been holding their meetings remotely, have maintained high turnout and gained 10 new members; notes that the members have donated thousands of pounds to support the G66 Covid Response Team; understands that, prior to the pandemic, members held multiple events in partnership with Rotary Clubs across East Dunbartonshire and Oban to fund 30,000 polio immunisations for children around the world, and commends the members on their tremendous generosity and efforts to help their community and beyond, and for this well-deserved recognition.
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That the Parliament congratulates members of Kirkintilloch Rotary Club on it being awarded Club of the Year in the Rotary International’s West of Scotland Awards 2020; acknowledges that the club was also awarded President of the Year, Secretary of the Year and Assistant Governor of the Year, in addition to qualifying for the prestigious Rotary International Presidential Citation; understands that, since the start of COVID-19 restrictions, members have been holding their meetings remotely, have maintained high turnout and gained 10 new members; notes that the members have donated thousands of pounds to support the G66 Covid Response Team; understands that, prior to the pandemic, members held multiple events in partnership with Rotary Clubs across East Dunbartonshire and Oban to fund 30,000 polio immunisations for children around the world, and commends the members on their tremendous generosity and efforts to help their community and beyond, and for this well-deserved recognition.
Supported by: Fulton MacGregor, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, Joan McAlpine, Sandra White, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament commends the staff of Antonine House, a care home in Bearsden, for their efforts to raise funds for Drumchapel Foodbank; understands that the staff are collectively cycling 2,000 miles, the length of the Tour de France, on an exercise bike during their shift breaks; acknowledges that the team has already raised £700 of its £1,000 aim, and notes that the team at Antonine House wished to raise money for the local foodbank as way of recognising the vital work that it does, and as a means of giving thanks to the community that has shown it incredible kindness and support during recent months.
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That the Parliament commends the staff of Antonine House, a care home in Bearsden, for their efforts to raise funds for Drumchapel Foodbank; understands that the staff are collectively cycling 2,000 miles, the length of the Tour de France, on an exercise bike during their shift breaks; acknowledges that the team has already raised £700 of its £1,000 aim, and notes that the team at Antonine House wished to raise money for the local foodbank as way of recognising the vital work that it does, and as a means of giving thanks to the community that has shown it incredible kindness and support during recent months.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Sandra White, Joan McAlpine, Bill Kidd, Stewart Stevenson, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Gillian Martin, Ruth Maguire, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament celebrates Thomas Muir of Huntershill, the "father of Scottish democracy", being restored to the roll of the Faculty of Advocates; understands that Muir was an advocate and political reformer in late 18th century Scotland who, during an age of revolution, promoted democratic ideas, including support for universal suffrage; notes that Muir practised as an advocate from 1787 until being struck off in 1793 following his indictment by Lord Braxfield of the High Court of Justiciary on the charge of sedition; understands that, while he was facing trial, and was a fugitive from justice, the Faculty expelled him from membership, and notes that the expulsion was overturned due to new documents that proved a decree of fugitation lodged against Muir had never held legal effect and so voided the grounds for his expulsion.
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That the Parliament celebrates Thomas Muir of Huntershill, the "father of Scottish democracy", being restored to the roll of the Faculty of Advocates; understands that Muir was an advocate and political reformer in late 18th century Scotland who, during an age of revolution, promoted democratic ideas, including support for universal suffrage; notes that Muir practised as an advocate from 1787 until being struck off in 1793 following his indictment by Lord Braxfield of the High Court of Justiciary on the charge of sedition; understands that, while he was facing trial, and was a fugitive from justice, the Faculty expelled him from membership, and notes that the expulsion was overturned due to new documents that proved a decree of fugitation lodged against Muir had never held legal effect and so voided the grounds for his expulsion.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Keith Brown, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Gil Paterson, Andy Wightman, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Bruce Crawford, Sandra White, Fulton MacGregor, Joan McAlpine, Gillian Martin, Alex Rowley, Ruth Maguire, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament recognises Deafblind Awareness Week, which runs from 21 to 27 June 2020, under the theme, "Dare to Dream"; understands that this year Deafblind Awareness Week is encouraging the public to get involved through completing seven challenges in seven days, including a blindfolded bake-off and creating tactile art; acknowledges that, year-round, the organisation advocates for the rights of those in Scotland with dual sensory loss and offers a range of accredited and certificated training courses to raise deafblind awareness and understanding, from its premises in Lenzie in East Dunbartonshire; notes that the charity also offers support to the deafblind community, such as advising on welfare rights and accessing information, as well as providing services such as guides/communicators, and commends the charity for its dedication to supporting the deafblind community.
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That the Parliament recognises Deafblind Awareness Week, which runs from 21 to 27 June 2020, under the theme, "Dare to Dream"; understands that this year Deafblind Awareness Week is encouraging the public to get involved through completing seven challenges in seven days, including a blindfolded bake-off and creating tactile art; acknowledges that, year-round, the organisation advocates for the rights of those in Scotland with dual sensory loss and offers a range of accredited and certificated training courses to raise deafblind awareness and understanding, from its premises in Lenzie in East Dunbartonshire; notes that the charity also offers support to the deafblind community, such as advising on welfare rights and accessing information, as well as providing services such as guides/communicators, and commends the charity for its dedication to supporting the deafblind community.
Supported by: David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Iain Gray, Annabelle Ewing, Monica Lennon, Liam McArthur, Stuart McMillan, Joan McAlpine, Kenneth Gibson, John Mason, Bill Kidd, Jamie Greene, Stewart Stevenson, Jeremy Balfour, Johann Lamont, Pauline McNeill, Fulton MacGregor, Neil Bibby, Sandra White, Willie Coffey, Clare Adamson, Gil Paterson, Colin Smyth, Neil Findlay, Elaine Smith, Gillian Martin, Alex Rowley, Ruth Maguire, Maureen Watt
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