That the Parliament welcomes the return of The Man Cave initiative in Alloa, which is a men's support group that recently held its first session of the year; understands that it was initially started by Mark McAuley and Max Nicholson and is an informal and non-judgemental weekly support group for men struggling with their mental health; notes that the group launched in 2019 and, after its winter break, returned on 9 January 2020 at the town’s Indodrill Stadium; acknowledges that, despite taking place at the stadium, there is no need or obligation to be interested in football to attend; understands that the group creates an environment for those who wish to share their feelings but that there is no obligation to do so; notes that sessions have been extended in 2020 from one to two hours to allow people more flexibility and give the sessions more of a drop-in feel; understands that the sessions have featured speakers from Wellbeing Scotland, but that the main function is simply to provide a place for people to go and talk, and commends Mark, Max, Alloa Athletic FC and all attendees for their excellent work for the good of the community and the improvement of people’s mental health and wellbeing.
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That the Parliament welcomes the return of The Man Cave initiative in Alloa, which is a men's support group that recently held its first session of the year; understands that it was initially started by Mark McAuley and Max Nicholson and is an informal and non-judgemental weekly support group for men struggling with their mental health; notes that the group launched in 2019 and, after its winter break, returned on 9 January 2020 at the town’s Indodrill Stadium; acknowledges that, despite taking place at the stadium, there is no need or obligation to be interested in football to attend; understands that the group creates an environment for those who wish to share their feelings but that there is no obligation to do so; notes that sessions have been extended in 2020 from one to two hours to allow people more flexibility and give the sessions more of a drop-in feel; understands that the sessions have featured speakers from Wellbeing Scotland, but that the main function is simply to provide a place for people to go and talk, and commends Mark, Max, Alloa Athletic FC and all attendees for their excellent work for the good of the community and the improvement of people’s mental health and wellbeing.
Supported by: Peter Chapman, Miles Briggs, Margaret Mitchell, Finlay Carson, Jamie Greene, Brian Whittle, Kenneth Gibson, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament congratulates Strathcarron Hospice on the success of its festive Light Up A Life campaign, which, following a massive fundraising drive, raised around £46,000; understands that Christmas shoppers in Alloa had the opportunity to support the drive with their donations at the town’s Asda store, where a fundraising stall, supported by Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface, was set up, and commends everyone involved for their sterling and tireless work.
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That the Parliament congratulates Strathcarron Hospice on the success of its festive Light Up A Life campaign, which, following a massive fundraising drive, raised around £46,000; understands that Christmas shoppers in Alloa had the opportunity to support the drive with their donations at the town’s Asda store, where a fundraising stall, supported by Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface, was set up, and commends everyone involved for their sterling and tireless work.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, James Dornan, Peter Chapman, Margaret Mitchell, Finlay Carson, Gordon Lindhurst, Jamie Greene, Brian Whittle, Edward Mountain, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament congratulates a Clackmannanshire group that supports those working in the health, criminal justice and education sectors on being awarded a £3,000 grant by the Coalfields Regeneration Trust; understands that the group, Resilience Learning Partnership (RLP), which runs training and educations programmes, plans to use the money to maximise its work in the local community; acknowledges that the RLP's work is aimed at individuals with lived experience of the previously mentioned sectors, as they offer a unique insight into understanding some of the most prevalent issues people will encounter; notes that the group has established an office in Alloa to serve the Clackmannanshire area, and wishes everyone involved all the very best for their future work for the good of the community.
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That the Parliament congratulates a Clackmannanshire group that supports those working in the health, criminal justice and education sectors on being awarded a £3,000 grant by the Coalfields Regeneration Trust; understands that the group, Resilience Learning Partnership (RLP), which runs training and educations programmes, plans to use the money to maximise its work in the local community; acknowledges that the RLP's work is aimed at individuals with lived experience of the previously mentioned sectors, as they offer a unique insight into understanding some of the most prevalent issues people will encounter; notes that the group has established an office in Alloa to serve the Clackmannanshire area, and wishes everyone involved all the very best for their future work for the good of the community.
Supported by: Peter Chapman, Murdo Fraser, Edward Mountain, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Brian Whittle, Miles Briggs, Margaret Mitchell, Alison Harris, Jeremy Balfour, Joan McAlpine, Michelle Ballantyne, Gil Paterson, Gordon Lindhurst, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament commends Sarah Robertson, who is retired and from Alva, on raising over £3,000 for MND Scotland in the last year in memory of her close friend, Anne Shearer; notes that Sarah scaled the Nebit hill in Alva 100 times, which is equivalent to climbing the height of Mount Everest more than four times, and that, along with her husband, David, she completed the 214-mile Southern Upland Way in just over 17 days, hiking and camping in the wild; appreciates that, in taking up these challenges to test her health and fitness, Sarah set a fundraising target of £1,000; congratulates her on exceeding this by over £2,000; acknowledges that she has thanked the people of Alva, the RSVP walking group, which she is a member of, and her friends and family who have provided much encouragement and made donations, and congratulates Sarah, and David, on their stalwart efforts and tireless resolve.
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That the Parliament commends Sarah Robertson, who is retired and from Alva, on raising over £3,000 for MND Scotland in the last year in memory of her close friend, Anne Shearer; notes that Sarah scaled the Nebit hill in Alva 100 times, which is equivalent to climbing the height of Mount Everest more than four times, and that, along with her husband, David, she completed the 214-mile Southern Upland Way in just over 17 days, hiking and camping in the wild; appreciates that, in taking up these challenges to test her health and fitness, Sarah set a fundraising target of £1,000; congratulates her on exceeding this by over £2,000; acknowledges that she has thanked the people of Alva, the RSVP walking group, which she is a member of, and her friends and family who have provided much encouragement and made donations, and congratulates Sarah, and David, on their stalwart efforts and tireless resolve.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Jackson Carlaw, Murdo Fraser, Bill Kidd, Finlay Carson, Brian Whittle, Margaret Mitchell, Annie Wells, Gordon Lindhurst, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Jeremy Balfour, Peter Chapman, Gil Paterson, Michelle Ballantyne, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament is encouraged by the progress of movements to bring a small community cinema to Alva; understands that those at the heart of the town’s Cochrane Hall are hoping to secure a projector and screen in order to expand the facilities in the hall; welcomes the news that customers to the Co-op in Alva chose to support the cause at their local store through its Community Fund; acknowledges that Alva Development Trust, which runs the venue, has also recently thanked these Co-op customers for choosing to support the initiative; considers that the trust has explained in its community action plan report that there is a demand for cinema facilities in the town, where films can be screened at a low cost, and welcomes the project’s aims to address local needs, promote wellbeing, help prevent isolation and help foster the concept of community cohesion.
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That the Parliament is encouraged by the progress of movements to bring a small community cinema to Alva; understands that those at the heart of the town’s Cochrane Hall are hoping to secure a projector and screen in order to expand the facilities in the hall; welcomes the news that customers to the Co-op in Alva chose to support the cause at their local store through its Community Fund; acknowledges that Alva Development Trust, which runs the venue, has also recently thanked these Co-op customers for choosing to support the initiative; considers that the trust has explained in its community action plan report that there is a demand for cinema facilities in the town, where films can be screened at a low cost, and welcomes the project’s aims to address local needs, promote wellbeing, help prevent isolation and help foster the concept of community cohesion.
Supported by: Brian Whittle, Peter Chapman, Miles Briggs, Edward Mountain, Alison Harris, Finlay Carson, Margaret Mitchell, Michelle Ballantyne, Annie Wells, Bill Kidd, Donald Cameron, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that Tullibody Civic Centre is set to open a new refurbished café and community hub as part of an overhaul to make the venue more inviting; understands that, further to securing funding, the centre was able to purchase essentials, including a fridge and freezer as well as a new table, chairs and coffee-making facilities; notes that, currently, the café is only open when there are events on for the youth club or the dance academy and to serve juice and refreshments to parents, however the funding will enable more regular hours to be established; acknowledges that all the catering will be done by volunteers, six of whom have already completed their food hygiene training, and that all money raised will go back into the centre to continue its development; believes that the centre recently had a bid approved by Clackmannanshire Council to buy the building and that it is now applying for funding to become owners, and congratulates everyone involved on their sterling work and determination for the café to succeed.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that Tullibody Civic Centre is set to open a new refurbished café and community hub as part of an overhaul to make the venue more inviting; understands that, further to securing funding, the centre was able to purchase essentials, including a fridge and freezer as well as a new table, chairs and coffee-making facilities; notes that, currently, the café is only open when there are events on for the youth club or the dance academy and to serve juice and refreshments to parents, however the funding will enable more regular hours to be established; acknowledges that all the catering will be done by volunteers, six of whom have already completed their food hygiene training, and that all money raised will go back into the centre to continue its development; believes that the centre recently had a bid approved by Clackmannanshire Council to buy the building and that it is now applying for funding to become owners, and congratulates everyone involved on their sterling work and determination for the café to succeed.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Annie Wells, Michelle Ballantyne, Finlay Carson, Alison Harris, Brian Whittle, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Margaret Mitchell, Murdo Fraser, Jeremy Balfour, Joan McAlpine, Alexander Burnett, Peter Chapman, Gil Paterson, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates June Anderson from Tullibody on being appointed an OBE in the New Year Honours List; applauds June's dedication and commitment to tenants' rights and law and order in Clackmannanshire and her sterling work with the Clackmannanshire Tenants and Residents Federation, the Paragon Housing Association and Tullibody, Cambus and Glenochil Community Council, which named her as Hero of the Month in January 2016; commends June on her tireless efforts to improve communities, and sends her its best wishes.
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That the Parliament congratulates June Anderson from Tullibody on being appointed an OBE in the New Year Honours List; applauds June's dedication and commitment to tenants' rights and law and order in Clackmannanshire and her sterling work with the Clackmannanshire Tenants and Residents Federation, the Paragon Housing Association and Tullibody, Cambus and Glenochil Community Council, which named her as Hero of the Month in January 2016; commends June on her tireless efforts to improve communities, and sends her its best wishes.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Annie Wells, Finlay Carson, Edward Mountain, Brian Whittle, Murdo Fraser, Gordon Lindhurst, Richard Lyle, Margaret Mitchell, Alison Harris, Colin Beattie, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Michelle Ballantyne, Jackson Carlaw, Jeremy Balfour, Alexander Burnett, Peter Chapman, Donald Cameron
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That the Parliament commends pupils at Alloa Academy for raising £1,700 for Strathcarron Hospice; understands that fifth and sixth year students at the school have also decided to raise more money for the hospice; notes that a charity lunch and raffle was held at Victoria's coffee shop in Stirling in aid of the end-of-life care service, and that this was organised by senior pupil leaders and members of the charities team after they set themselves the task of funding the hospice for half a day; understands that the senior leaders are members of the school's Leadership Academy and are working towards an SQA qualification; notes that the money raised so far is almost one third of the overall fundraising target; understands that the hospice, which provides palliative care for people who are terminally ill, as well as support for families, needs to raise £12,900 each day to keep its services running; notes that the pupils have just under £5,000 left to raise, and commends everyone involved for their tireless commitment to the hospice.
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That the Parliament commends pupils at Alloa Academy for raising £1,700 for Strathcarron Hospice; understands that fifth and sixth year students at the school have also decided to raise more money for the hospice; notes that a charity lunch and raffle was held at Victoria's coffee shop in Stirling in aid of the end-of-life care service, and that this was organised by senior pupil leaders and members of the charities team after they set themselves the task of funding the hospice for half a day; understands that the senior leaders are members of the school's Leadership Academy and are working towards an SQA qualification; notes that the money raised so far is almost one third of the overall fundraising target; understands that the hospice, which provides palliative care for people who are terminally ill, as well as support for families, needs to raise £12,900 each day to keep its services running; notes that the pupils have just under £5,000 left to raise, and commends everyone involved for their tireless commitment to the hospice.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Murdo Fraser, Dean Lockhart, Edward Mountain, Bill Kidd, Margaret Mitchell, Finlay Carson, Maureen Watt, Annie Wells, Clare Adamson, Michelle Ballantyne, Alexander Burnett, Peter Chapman, Gil Paterson, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates the Scottish SPCA on its 180th anniversary; notes that Scotland's animal welfare charity was set up on 18 December 1839 to rescue horses in Leith and now has outposts across the country, including a wildlife centre in Fishcross, Alloa; acknowledges that, among its many successes, it is one of the only charities in Europe that can impose legislation, which it does under the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006; understands that it is involved in around 95% of legal cases regarding the protection of animals and that, in 2018, it reported 90 cases to the Procurator Fiscal; acknowledges its work in the field of education, with around 240,000 school pupils receiving talks by its staff, which it believes helps parents become informed as well, and commends everyone at the Clackmannanshire Wildlife Centre and across the Scottish SPCA for their sterling work and unerring commitment to education and animal welfare.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Scottish SPCA on its 180th anniversary; notes that Scotland's animal welfare charity was set up on 18 December 1839 to rescue horses in Leith and now has outposts across the country, including a wildlife centre in Fishcross, Alloa; acknowledges that, among its many successes, it is one of the only charities in Europe that can impose legislation, which it does under the Animal Health and Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006; understands that it is involved in around 95% of legal cases regarding the protection of animals and that, in 2018, it reported 90 cases to the Procurator Fiscal; acknowledges its work in the field of education, with around 240,000 school pupils receiving talks by its staff, which it believes helps parents become informed as well, and commends everyone at the Clackmannanshire Wildlife Centre and across the Scottish SPCA for their sterling work and unerring commitment to education and animal welfare.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Finlay Carson, Annie Wells, Richard Lyle, Jackson Carlaw, Bill Bowman, Margaret Mitchell, Murdo Fraser, John Mason, Jeremy Balfour, Gordon Lindhurst, Kenneth Gibson, Michelle Ballantyne, Maurice Corry, Jamie Greene, Clare Adamson, Donald Cameron, Monica Lennon, Gil Paterson, Tom Arthur, Pauline McNeill, Peter Chapman, Christine Grahame
Current Status: Achieved Cross Party Support
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That the Parliament commends Alva Academy, which has been selected to feature in a national art exhibition as part of the commemorations to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau; notes that a memorial flame, which has been created by a personal support group from the school, Arty Stuff, has been selected by a panel of distinguished judges to feature in an exhibition as one of 75 memorial flames, representing each year since the liberation; acknowledges that this will be launched as part of the UK Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony in London on 27 January 2020; understands that more than 300 groups from across the country registered to take part in the competition, which was launched by the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust to encourage more people to remember the six million Jewish people who were murdered; notes that the 75 Memorial Flames competition was launched with the creation of a sculpture by the artist and Holocaust survivor, Maurice Blik, who was liberated from the Bergen-Belsen camp as a child, and commends everyone at Alva Academy involved with this for their diligence and sterling work.
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That the Parliament commends Alva Academy, which has been selected to feature in a national art exhibition as part of the commemorations to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau; notes that a memorial flame, which has been created by a personal support group from the school, Arty Stuff, has been selected by a panel of distinguished judges to feature in an exhibition as one of 75 memorial flames, representing each year since the liberation; acknowledges that this will be launched as part of the UK Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony in London on 27 January 2020; understands that more than 300 groups from across the country registered to take part in the competition, which was launched by the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust to encourage more people to remember the six million Jewish people who were murdered; notes that the 75 Memorial Flames competition was launched with the creation of a sculpture by the artist and Holocaust survivor, Maurice Blik, who was liberated from the Bergen-Belsen camp as a child, and commends everyone at Alva Academy involved with this for their diligence and sterling work.
Supported by: Margaret Mitchell, Jamie Greene, Alison Harris, Miles Briggs, Annie Wells, Edward Mountain, Bill Kidd, Emma Harper, Jeremy Balfour, Michelle Ballantyne, Stuart McMillan, Alexander Burnett, Maurice Corry, Donald Cameron, Clare Adamson, Gil Paterson, Peter Chapman
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