That the Parliament congratulates Caring & Connected Clackmannan on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Community Impact Award 2020; understands that the project, which is supported by various organisations in Clackmannan, encourages dementia- friendly practices across the county; notes that it has evolved into a community-wide support service, and commends everyone involved for their tireless work in support of the community.
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That the Parliament congratulates Caring & Connected Clackmannan on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Community Impact Award 2020; understands that the project, which is supported by various organisations in Clackmannan, encourages dementia- friendly practices across the county; notes that it has evolved into a community-wide support service, and commends everyone involved for their tireless work in support of the community.
Supported by: Liam Kerr, Kenneth Gibson, Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Margaret Mitchell, Brian Whittle, Annie Wells, Jamie Greene, Peter Chapman, Gordon Lindhurst, Michelle Ballantyne, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament congratulates Connect Alloa’s Connect Youth Team on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Embracing Inclusion Award for 2020; notes that this new award category for 2020 aims to spotlight teams who have been active in embedding inclusive practices within their organisation, ensuring that anyone who wants to be involved is able to; understands that the group, which meets at St Mungo’s Parish Church in Alloa, aims to provide a safe environment for young people and young adults with a focus on reducing social isolation; acknowledges that Connect Alloa’s Youth Team were described by CTSI as going above and beyond to ensure that young people interested in joining Connect Alloa feel welcome; considers that the Connect Youth Team exemplify inclusion by being non-judgemental, caring and supportive of not only each other but any young person who joins their youth group, and commends everyone at the group for their sterling work for the benefit and wellbeing of others.
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That the Parliament congratulates Connect Alloa’s Connect Youth Team on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Embracing Inclusion Award for 2020; notes that this new award category for 2020 aims to spotlight teams who have been active in embedding inclusive practices within their organisation, ensuring that anyone who wants to be involved is able to; understands that the group, which meets at St Mungo’s Parish Church in Alloa, aims to provide a safe environment for young people and young adults with a focus on reducing social isolation; acknowledges that Connect Alloa’s Youth Team were described by CTSI as going above and beyond to ensure that young people interested in joining Connect Alloa feel welcome; considers that the Connect Youth Team exemplify inclusion by being non-judgemental, caring and supportive of not only each other but any young person who joins their youth group, and commends everyone at the group for their sterling work for the benefit and wellbeing of others.
Supported by: Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Miles Briggs, Stuart McMillan, Alison Harris, Margaret Mitchell, Liam Kerr, Brian Whittle, Murdo Fraser, Annie Wells, Jamie Greene, Peter Chapman, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament congratulates Ark Housing Association, which delivers care services to vulnerable people, on reporting at its recent virtual AGM that it had received its highest score from the Care Commission; notes that the annual inspection recorded that it had maintained a trend of year-on-year improvements across its 15 registered services, which operate in 12 local authority areas, with its workforce being given special praise for demonstrating an “unstinting devotion to their job during the COVID-19 pandemic’, understands that, as of 25 September 2020, it had no reported cases of COVID-19 among its service users, and commends everyone at Ark for their extremely hard work, diligence and professionalism toward delivering what it believe as are some of the highest level of care services in Scotland.
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That the Parliament congratulates Ark Housing Association, which delivers care services to vulnerable people, on reporting at its recent virtual AGM that it had received its highest score from the Care Commission; notes that the annual inspection recorded that it had maintained a trend of year-on-year improvements across its 15 registered services, which operate in 12 local authority areas, with its workforce being given special praise for demonstrating an “unstinting devotion to their job during the COVID-19 pandemic’, understands that, as of 25 September 2020, it had no reported cases of COVID-19 among its service users, and commends everyone at Ark for their extremely hard work, diligence and professionalism toward delivering what it believe as are some of the highest level of care services in Scotland.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Bill Kidd, Jeremy Balfour, Murdo Fraser, Alison Harris, Kenneth Gibson, Margaret Mitchell, Annie Wells, Jamie Greene, Peter Chapman, Gordon Lindhurst, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament congratulates the Epic Green Gym in Clackmannanshire on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Health, Sport & Wellbeing Award 2020; understands that, supported by Conservation Volunteers Scotland, the gym group has been operational in the county for just over two years; understands that its aim is to improve the community's health and wellbeing significantly by creating opportunities for people to connect with their greenspaces and supporting them to be active in getting out and exploring, continuing to learn and giving back to others, and commends the group on its excellent work.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Epic Green Gym in Clackmannanshire on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Health, Sport & Wellbeing Award 2020; understands that, supported by Conservation Volunteers Scotland, the gym group has been operational in the county for just over two years; understands that its aim is to improve the community's health and wellbeing significantly by creating opportunities for people to connect with their greenspaces and supporting them to be active in getting out and exploring, continuing to learn and giving back to others, and commends the group on its excellent work.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Edward Mountain, Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Liam Kerr, Margaret Mitchell, Stuart McMillan, Brian Whittle, Annie Wells, Murdo Fraser, Jamie Greene, Peter Chapman, Gordon Lindhurst
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That the Parliament congratulates Mary Laing of the Alva Development Trust on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Trustee of the Year Award 2020; understands that Mary has been described as "living and breathing Alva Development Trust" as she attends Cochrane Hall seven days per week, committing her time to the Trust’s team as well as everyone who needs help, and commends Mary on her selfless dedication to the Trust and setting an example for others through hard work, conscientiousness and diligence.
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That the Parliament congratulates Mary Laing of the Alva Development Trust on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Trustee of the Year Award 2020; understands that Mary has been described as "living and breathing Alva Development Trust" as she attends Cochrane Hall seven days per week, committing her time to the Trust’s team as well as everyone who needs help, and commends Mary on her selfless dedication to the Trust and setting an example for others through hard work, conscientiousness and diligence.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Murdo Fraser, Margaret Mitchell, Brian Whittle, Annie Wells, Jamie Greene, Peter Chapman, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament congratulates Willie Miller of the Ochils Mountain Rescue Team on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Long Service Award 2020; understands that Willie received the award for his 40-year commitment to the Ochils Mountain Rescue Team and for his time helping people in the local community; considers that his expertise and passion has been a fundamental part of the team; acknowledges that Willie has saved many lives while holding a number of roles within the team, including team leader, and is still an active callout member; believes that his local knowledge is unparalleled, and commends Willie and the Ochils Mountain Rescue Team for its sterling service to the region.
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That the Parliament congratulates Willie Miller of the Ochils Mountain Rescue Team on receiving the Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface (CTSI) Long Service Award 2020; understands that Willie received the award for his 40-year commitment to the Ochils Mountain Rescue Team and for his time helping people in the local community; considers that his expertise and passion has been a fundamental part of the team; acknowledges that Willie has saved many lives while holding a number of roles within the team, including team leader, and is still an active callout member; believes that his local knowledge is unparalleled, and commends Willie and the Ochils Mountain Rescue Team for its sterling service to the region.
Supported by: Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Liam Kerr, Margaret Mitchell, Miles Briggs, Stuart McMillan, Brian Whittle, Murdo Fraser, Gordon Lindhurst, Kenneth Gibson, Annie Wells, Jamie Greene, Peter Chapman, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that a new public access defibrillator and cabinet have been installed at The Cochranes in Alva; understands this is the third such potentially lifesaving device to be installed in the town after Margie Knox, who is one of the residents at The Cochranes, suggested it to the directors of the charity; notes that, with the aid of a grant from the British Heart Foundation, the device was unveiled by Margie in September 2020, alongside the chair of the Cochrane Foundation, Martin Dunsmore; acknowledges that the Foundation was established by the Alva-born brothers, James, Charles and John Cochrane who emigrated with their parents to the United States in 1865; notes that they established the charity to support people in the town who were in need and that they also gifted the Cochrane Hall and Park to the residents and made a donation to Alva Academy, and sends its best wishes to Margie and everyone involved with the Foundation.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that a new public access defibrillator and cabinet have been installed at The Cochranes in Alva; understands this is the third such potentially lifesaving device to be installed in the town after Margie Knox, who is one of the residents at The Cochranes, suggested it to the directors of the charity; notes that, with the aid of a grant from the British Heart Foundation, the device was unveiled by Margie in September 2020, alongside the chair of the Cochrane Foundation, Martin Dunsmore; acknowledges that the Foundation was established by the Alva-born brothers, James, Charles and John Cochrane who emigrated with their parents to the United States in 1865; notes that they established the charity to support people in the town who were in need and that they also gifted the Cochrane Hall and Park to the residents and made a donation to Alva Academy, and sends its best wishes to Margie and everyone involved with the Foundation.
Supported by: Monica Lennon, Peter Chapman, Liam Kerr, Miles Briggs, Stuart McMillan, Margaret Mitchell, Brian Whittle, Bill Kidd, Annie Wells, Murdo Fraser, Jeremy Balfour, Alison Harris, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that Dollar Academy has launched an online learning platform, Dollar Discovers, which provides courses for pupils across Scotland at no charge; understands that the platform, which provides free SQA courses and shorter discovery courses, offers a wide choice of subjects, including some that may not be available in other schools; believes that the discovery courses are designed to allow students to develop their curiosity and critical thinking; concurs with the school's collective belief in the transformative power of education and its responsibility to support as many young people as possible in their development; acknowledges that the topics covered in the platform have been framed around the UN's sustainable development goals, and congratulates Dollar Academy on this ground-breaking initiative.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that Dollar Academy has launched an online learning platform, Dollar Discovers, which provides courses for pupils across Scotland at no charge; understands that the platform, which provides free SQA courses and shorter discovery courses, offers a wide choice of subjects, including some that may not be available in other schools; believes that the discovery courses are designed to allow students to develop their curiosity and critical thinking; concurs with the school's collective belief in the transformative power of education and its responsibility to support as many young people as possible in their development; acknowledges that the topics covered in the platform have been framed around the UN's sustainable development goals, and congratulates Dollar Academy on this ground-breaking initiative.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Richard Lyle, Jeremy Balfour, Annie Wells, Liz Smith, Margaret Mitchell, Murdo Fraser, Bill Kidd, Alison Harris, Peter Chapman, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament congratulates Breathe Easy Clackmannanshire on achieving charitable status despite the challenges of its members not being able to meet face to face due to the current COVID-19 situation; expresses its delight that the lung support group is now officially recognised as a charity and has also appointed its first board of trustees to support its chair, Linda McLeod BEM, and wishes everyone involved all the very best in their excellent work and for the group’s continued success.
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That the Parliament congratulates Breathe Easy Clackmannanshire on achieving charitable status despite the challenges of its members not being able to meet face to face due to the current COVID-19 situation; expresses its delight that the lung support group is now officially recognised as a charity and has also appointed its first board of trustees to support its chair, Linda McLeod BEM, and wishes everyone involved all the very best in their excellent work and for the group’s continued success.
Supported by: Brian Whittle, Miles Briggs, Peter Chapman, Murdo Fraser, Richard Lyle, Kenneth Gibson, Annie Wells, Bill Kidd, Emma Harper, Stuart McMillan, Margaret Mitchell, Alison Harris, Jeremy Balfour, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Michelle Ballantyne, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that Sophie Denholm, who is a Wallace High School pupil from Bridge of Allan, is embarking on a charity walk to St Andrews' Old Course; understands that Sophie is a keen golfer and will walk to the "home of golf" over two days in the autumn of 2020, with the aim of raising £3,500 for the On Course Foundation via a Gofundme webpage; acknowledges that she will cover a distance of 80km on 26-27 September, supported by her mother, Christine; notes that Sophie’s route will start at Balhaldie and take in the Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder, Bridge of Earn and Newburgh, and then onto St Andrews via Cupar, ending at the Old Course’s Swilcan Bridge; understands that the S6 pupil has also been a dancer since she was two years of age and hopes to perform and teach choreography after leaving school; acknowledges that, although the funding goal is £3,500, Sophie is hoping to exceed this; commends her for her truly magnanimous initiative, and wishes Sophie and her mother all the best with their walk.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that Sophie Denholm, who is a Wallace High School pupil from Bridge of Allan, is embarking on a charity walk to St Andrews' Old Course; understands that Sophie is a keen golfer and will walk to the "home of golf" over two days in the autumn of 2020, with the aim of raising £3,500 for the On Course Foundation via a Gofundme webpage; acknowledges that she will cover a distance of 80km on 26-27 September, supported by her mother, Christine; notes that Sophie’s route will start at Balhaldie and take in the Gleneagles Hotel, Auchterarder, Bridge of Earn and Newburgh, and then onto St Andrews via Cupar, ending at the Old Course’s Swilcan Bridge; understands that the S6 pupil has also been a dancer since she was two years of age and hopes to perform and teach choreography after leaving school; acknowledges that, although the funding goal is £3,500, Sophie is hoping to exceed this; commends her for her truly magnanimous initiative, and wishes Sophie and her mother all the best with their walk.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Richard Lyle, Peter Chapman, Murdo Fraser, Edward Mountain, Annie Wells, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Margaret Mitchell, Donald Cameron, Michelle Ballantyne, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene
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