That the Parliament recognises that 8 July 2020 is the anniversary of the day in 1996 when the International Court of Justice delivered its historic judgement on the illegality of the threat or use of nuclear weapons, that 9 July is the 65th anniversary of the Russell-Einstein Manifesto, which gave rise to the establishment of the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs and the World Academy of Art and Science, and that 10 July is the anniversary of the 1985 state-sponsored bombing by French secret service agents of the Greenpeace ship, Rainbow Warrior, in Auckland Harbour in New Zealand, which had to be resolved by UN mediation services and the UN Secretary General ruling on the case, which was implemented by both parties to the dispute.
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That the Parliament recognises that 8 July 2020 is the anniversary of the day in 1996 when the International Court of Justice delivered its historic judgement on the illegality of the threat or use of nuclear weapons, that 9 July is the 65th anniversary of the Russell-Einstein Manifesto, which gave rise to the establishment of the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs and the World Academy of Art and Science, and that 10 July is the anniversary of the 1985 state-sponsored bombing by French secret service agents of the Greenpeace ship, Rainbow Warrior, in Auckland Harbour in New Zealand, which had to be resolved by UN mediation services and the UN Secretary General ruling on the case, which was implemented by both parties to the dispute.
Supported by: Andy Wightman, James Dornan, John Mason, Rona Mackay, Emma Harper, Elaine Smith, Richard Lyle, Kenneth Gibson, Stuart McMillan, Sandra White, David Torrance, Mark McDonald
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That the Parliament commends the assistance given throughout Scotland by the various associations, chambers and federations in Chinese communities from the start of the spread of COVID-19; thanks them profusely for all their assistance in providing and distributing PPE across the country, and especially acknowledges the help received in the Glasgow Anniesland constituency from Edward Tsang, Chair of the Association of Chinese Entrepreneurs in Scotland, Yungfei Lu, Chair of the Confederation of Fusion in Scotland and Lin Lihed, President of the Fusion Chamber of Commerce Scotland, all of whom had the backing and assistance of the Consul General, Ma Qiang, the representative of the People’s Republic of China in Scotland.
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That the Parliament commends the assistance given throughout Scotland by the various associations, chambers and federations in Chinese communities from the start of the spread of COVID-19; thanks them profusely for all their assistance in providing and distributing PPE across the country, and especially acknowledges the help received in the Glasgow Anniesland constituency from Edward Tsang, Chair of the Association of Chinese Entrepreneurs in Scotland, Yungfei Lu, Chair of the Confederation of Fusion in Scotland and Lin Lihed, President of the Fusion Chamber of Commerce Scotland, all of whom had the backing and assistance of the Consul General, Ma Qiang, the representative of the People’s Republic of China in Scotland.
Supported by: Stewart Stevenson, James Dornan, Bob Doris, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Alex Neil, David Torrance, Gil Paterson, Sandra White, Colin Smyth
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That the Parliament agrees to the proposal for a Committee Bill, under Rule 9.15, contained in the Standards, Procedures and Public Appointments Committee's 7th Report, 2020 (Session 5), Proposal for a Committee Bill – Complaints against MSPs – amendment of the Scottish Parliamentary Standards Commissioner Act 2002 (SP Paper 766).
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That the Parliament agrees to the proposal for a Committee Bill, under Rule 9.15, contained in the Standards, Procedures and Public Appointments Committee's 7th Report, 2020 (Session 5), Proposal for a Committee Bill – Complaints against MSPs – amendment of the Scottish Parliamentary Standards Commissioner Act 2002 (SP Paper 766).
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That the Parliament congratulates the Symphony of Dreams Trust on celebrating 20 years of charitable work; notes that it has fulfilled the musical dreams of thousands of children in Scotland who are disabled, seriously unwell or in hospice care; recognises that this has included introducing the children to their favourite pop stars, giving music lessons, offering performance opportunities and providing a children’s hospital with a music library of instruments; applauds the charity’s determination to continuously improve the quality of life of young people in need through the joy of music; commends it for its continued work during the COVID-19 crisis, and wishes it all the best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Symphony of Dreams Trust on celebrating 20 years of charitable work; notes that it has fulfilled the musical dreams of thousands of children in Scotland who are disabled, seriously unwell or in hospice care; recognises that this has included introducing the children to their favourite pop stars, giving music lessons, offering performance opportunities and providing a children’s hospital with a music library of instruments; applauds the charity’s determination to continuously improve the quality of life of young people in need through the joy of music; commends it for its continued work during the COVID-19 crisis, and wishes it all the best for the future.
Supported by: James Dornan, Kenneth Gibson, Rona Mackay, Richard Lyle, Mark McDonald, Sandra White, Stewart Stevenson, Jeremy Balfour, Willie Coffey, David Torrance, Joan McAlpine, Gillian Martin, Annabelle Ewing, Tom Arthur, Fulton MacGregor, Gail Ross, Clare Adamson, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament notes that the International Women’s Day for Peace and Disarmament 2020 will be marked on 24 May; notes that women legislators, religious leaders and civil society representatives from across the world are using the occasion to launch a global appeal calling on governments and policy makers to transcend national borders, differing political persuasions and religious beliefs in order to advance humanity’s common interest for peace, public health, disarmament, sustainable development and ecological responsibility, and understands that that this appeal follows on from UN Secretary General launching of the Securing our Common Future Disarmament Agenda on International Woman’s Day 2018, which was specifically aimed at engaging all constituencies in disarmament action, especially women and young people, who are recognised by the International Red Cross as being disproportionately affected by war and the threat posed by nuclear weapons.
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That the Parliament notes that the International Women’s Day for Peace and Disarmament 2020 will be marked on 24 May; notes that women legislators, religious leaders and civil society representatives from across the world are using the occasion to launch a global appeal calling on governments and policy makers to transcend national borders, differing political persuasions and religious beliefs in order to advance humanity’s common interest for peace, public health, disarmament, sustainable development and ecological responsibility, and understands that that this appeal follows on from UN Secretary General launching of the Securing our Common Future Disarmament Agenda on International Woman’s Day 2018, which was specifically aimed at engaging all constituencies in disarmament action, especially women and young people, who are recognised by the International Red Cross as being disproportionately affected by war and the threat posed by nuclear weapons.
Supported by: Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament condemns the horrific attack on 12 May 2020 in Kabul, Afghanistan, against a Medecins Sans Frontieres maternity clinic, which it understands was working within the Kabul Shia community; notes with sorrow the reported loss of 24 innocent lives, including two babies, 12 mothers, one of whom was a mother giving birth, plus a number of nurses and technicians; recognises that this attack is within the context of a history of violence perpetrated by the Taliban, IS-K and other militant groups against minority groups in Afghanistan, particularly from the Shia community and the Hazara ethnic group; highlights what it sees as the prolific gender-based violence against women and girls in Afghanistan, including killings, beatings, torture and corporal punishment, which Amnesty International has reported as going uninvestigated and unpunished; understands that incidents of such violence are believed by human rights groups to be significantly under-reported; condemns these acts of violence, and affirms international calls for an end to this internal ongoing conflict.
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That the Parliament condemns the horrific attack on 12 May 2020 in Kabul, Afghanistan, against a Medecins Sans Frontieres maternity clinic, which it understands was working within the Kabul Shia community; notes with sorrow the reported loss of 24 innocent lives, including two babies, 12 mothers, one of whom was a mother giving birth, plus a number of nurses and technicians; recognises that this attack is within the context of a history of violence perpetrated by the Taliban, IS-K and other militant groups against minority groups in Afghanistan, particularly from the Shia community and the Hazara ethnic group; highlights what it sees as the prolific gender-based violence against women and girls in Afghanistan, including killings, beatings, torture and corporal punishment, which Amnesty International has reported as going uninvestigated and unpunished; understands that incidents of such violence are believed by human rights groups to be significantly under-reported; condemns these acts of violence, and affirms international calls for an end to this internal ongoing conflict.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Bob Doris, David Torrance, Rona Mackay, John Mason, Richard Lyle, Maurice Corry, Clare Adamson, Fulton MacGregor, Gillian Martin, Tom Arthur
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That the Parliament recognises Parliamentarians for Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament's (PNND) global Women's Peace and Disarmament Appeal; notes that this appeal corresponds with International Women's Day for Peace and Disarmament, which is celebrated on 24 May 2020; further notes PNND's and the International Committee of the Red Cross' (ICRC) concern for the humanitarian and economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how this is predicted by the ICRC to aggravate the conditions of those already suffering as a result of conflict, such as refugees or internally displaced peoples; emphasises what it believes is the disproportionate risk to people living in conflict zones, noting that cases have now been confirmed in Syria and Yemen, and that this may likely have a catastrophic toll; affirms the pivotal role of women in peacemaking, policy, governance and disarmament, and highlights calls for the annual global spend of $100 billion on nuclear weapons to be re-directed towards alternative peace and security measures, such as public health resilience and emergency relief aid.
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That the Parliament recognises Parliamentarians for Nuclear Non-Proliferation and Disarmament's (PNND) global Women's Peace and Disarmament Appeal; notes that this appeal corresponds with International Women's Day for Peace and Disarmament, which is celebrated on 24 May 2020; further notes PNND's and the International Committee of the Red Cross' (ICRC) concern for the humanitarian and economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how this is predicted by the ICRC to aggravate the conditions of those already suffering as a result of conflict, such as refugees or internally displaced peoples; emphasises what it believes is the disproportionate risk to people living in conflict zones, noting that cases have now been confirmed in Syria and Yemen, and that this may likely have a catastrophic toll; affirms the pivotal role of women in peacemaking, policy, governance and disarmament, and highlights calls for the annual global spend of $100 billion on nuclear weapons to be re-directed towards alternative peace and security measures, such as public health resilience and emergency relief aid.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Mark McDonald, Sandra White, John Mason, Stuart McMillan, Elaine Smith, David Torrance, Stewart Stevenson, Willie Coffey, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, John Finnie, Gillian Martin, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament notes that International Workers' Memorial Day 2020 will be marked on 28 April; joins with people around the world in mourning the loss experienced by families and friends when someone fails to return from work, and believes that this will be felt more acutely this year in light of the losses of people bravely fighting to mitigate the worst effects of the tragic COVID-19 pandemic, including NHS staff, care providers and others from across all communities.
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That the Parliament notes that International Workers' Memorial Day 2020 will be marked on 28 April; joins with people around the world in mourning the loss experienced by families and friends when someone fails to return from work, and believes that this will be felt more acutely this year in light of the losses of people bravely fighting to mitigate the worst effects of the tragic COVID-19 pandemic, including NHS staff, care providers and others from across all communities.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Kenneth Gibson, Sandra White, Andy Wightman, David Torrance, Stuart McMillan, George Adam, Rona Mackay, John Mason, Neil Bibby, Stewart Stevenson, Emma Harper, Neil Findlay, Sarah Boyack, Maureen Watt, John Finnie, Fulton MacGregor, Ruth Maguire, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Bob Doris, Bruce Crawford, Willie Coffey, Colin Smyth
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That the Parliament notes the £5 million that Cancer Research UK has provided to the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Mesothelioma Team, which works in partnership with the University of Glasgow; notes that the condition is mainly caused by the inhalation of asbestos and usually appears decades later; understands that it is terminal and that most people survive no longer than one year after diagnosis; believes that Glasgow has the highest incidence of mesothelioma in the world; understands that this is due to the previous widespread use of asbestos in the city, notably in the shipbuilding industry, and sends its best wishes to the researchers with their work in aiming to achieve better outcomes for people with mesothelioma.
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That the Parliament notes the £5 million that Cancer Research UK has provided to the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Mesothelioma Team, which works in partnership with the University of Glasgow; notes that the condition is mainly caused by the inhalation of asbestos and usually appears decades later; understands that it is terminal and that most people survive no longer than one year after diagnosis; believes that Glasgow has the highest incidence of mesothelioma in the world; understands that this is due to the previous widespread use of asbestos in the city, notably in the shipbuilding industry, and sends its best wishes to the researchers with their work in aiming to achieve better outcomes for people with mesothelioma.
Supported by: Emma Harper, James Dornan, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Kenneth Gibson, Monica Lennon, Willie Coffey, Stewart Stevenson, Jeremy Balfour, Joan McAlpine, Sandra White, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Neil Findlay, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin, Ruth Maguire, Tom Arthur
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That the Parliament recognises the work of Heart Research UK in its annual Heart of Scotland Appeal; notes that this appeal raises money for research into heart (cardiovascular) disease (CVD), which it understands is Scotland's biggest killer, through pioneering research in Scottish hospitals and universities; believes that CVD is the cause of over 1,250 deaths per month and that the premature death rate is 60% higher in the most deprived areas of Scotland compared with the least; acknowledges medical advice that adopting a healthy lifestyle of eating healthily, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight and not smoking, reduces the risk of developing heart disease; applauds those involved in the Heart of Scotland Appeal for raising awareness among the general public, and encourages everyone to support the ongoing campaign.
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That the Parliament recognises the work of Heart Research UK in its annual Heart of Scotland Appeal; notes that this appeal raises money for research into heart (cardiovascular) disease (CVD), which it understands is Scotland's biggest killer, through pioneering research in Scottish hospitals and universities; believes that CVD is the cause of over 1,250 deaths per month and that the premature death rate is 60% higher in the most deprived areas of Scotland compared with the least; acknowledges medical advice that adopting a healthy lifestyle of eating healthily, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight and not smoking, reduces the risk of developing heart disease; applauds those involved in the Heart of Scotland Appeal for raising awareness among the general public, and encourages everyone to support the ongoing campaign.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Sandra White, Jeremy Balfour, Bob Doris, John Mason, Stewart Stevenson, Fulton MacGregor, Mark McDonald, Kenneth Gibson, Gillian Martin, Gail Ross, Willie Coffey, Clare Adamson, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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