That the Parliament congratulates everyone who helped to facilitate the participation of more than 90 young people from across Oban and Lorn in the recent Under the Sea Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) event at the Ocean Explorer Centre in Dunbeg, which is a visitor centre of the Scottish Association for Marine Science; recognises the vital importance of encouraging young people to engage in STEM-related activities and, in particular, those with a marine theme given its importance to the economy of the Highlands and Islands, and is encouraged that so many of the young people who took part, when surveyed afterwards, indicated that they would like to pursue a career in a STEM-related profession.
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That the Parliament congratulates everyone who helped to facilitate the participation of more than 90 young people from across Oban and Lorn in the recent Under the Sea Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) event at the Ocean Explorer Centre in Dunbeg, which is a visitor centre of the Scottish Association for Marine Science; recognises the vital importance of encouraging young people to engage in STEM-related activities and, in particular, those with a marine theme given its importance to the economy of the Highlands and Islands, and is encouraged that so many of the young people who took part, when surveyed afterwards, indicated that they would like to pursue a career in a STEM-related profession.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Jackson Carlaw, Margaret Mitchell, Bill Kidd, Jamie Greene, Finlay Carson, Brian Whittle, Miles Briggs, Alison Harris, Jeremy Balfour, Edward Mountain, Maurice Corry, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Gil Paterson, Gordon Lindhurst, Annie Wells, Michelle Ballantyne, Clare Adamson, Peter Chapman, Alasdair Allan, Liam Kerr, Bruce Crawford
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That the Parliament congratulates the pupils and staff Kilninver Primary School in Argyll and Bute on introducing Fruit Friday, when any fresh fruit and vegetables that are left over from the week are prepared and shared out among the pupils; commends this initiative, which encourages healthy eating habits, reduces food waste and raises awareness of SHANARRI (safe, healthy, active, nurtured, achieving, respected, responsible and included) wellbeing indicators, and wishes everyone involved many healthy and tasty Friday lunchtimes to come.
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That the Parliament congratulates the pupils and staff Kilninver Primary School in Argyll and Bute on introducing Fruit Friday, when any fresh fruit and vegetables that are left over from the week are prepared and shared out among the pupils; commends this initiative, which encourages healthy eating habits, reduces food waste and raises awareness of SHANARRI (safe, healthy, active, nurtured, achieving, respected, responsible and included) wellbeing indicators, and wishes everyone involved many healthy and tasty Friday lunchtimes to come.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Finlay Carson, Gordon Lindhurst, Margaret Mitchell, Jackson Carlaw, Jamie Greene, Bill Kidd, Alison Harris, Maurice Corry, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Jeremy Balfour, Peter Chapman, Annie Wells, Michelle Ballantyne, Alexander Burnett, Gil Paterson, Liam Kerr, Ruth Maguire, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament congratulates the pupils and staff of Lochdonhead and Ulva primary schools, both on the Isle of Mull, which have been awarded the prestigious Silver Rights Respecting School Award by UNICEF UK; commends the work and dedication that led to the award of such a sought after distinction, which sees schools work alongside UNICEF to create safe and inspiring places to learn, where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they are able to thrive, and wishes both schools and all of the pupils the very best for the future as they learn about their rights and share their learning with the wider community.
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That the Parliament congratulates the pupils and staff of Lochdonhead and Ulva primary schools, both on the Isle of Mull, which have been awarded the prestigious Silver Rights Respecting School Award by UNICEF UK; commends the work and dedication that led to the award of such a sought after distinction, which sees schools work alongside UNICEF to create safe and inspiring places to learn, where children are respected, their talents are nurtured and they are able to thrive, and wishes both schools and all of the pupils the very best for the future as they learn about their rights and share their learning with the wider community.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, David Stewart, Peter Chapman, Jamie Greene, Alexander Stewart, Brian Whittle, Jackson Carlaw, Margaret Mitchell, Finlay Carson, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Alison Harris, Jeremy Balfour, Stuart McMillan, Annie Wells, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Michelle Ballantyne, Gil Paterson, David Torrance, Clare Adamson, Ruth Maguire, John Finnie, Alexander Burnett
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That the Parliament congratulates the staff of Cruachan Power Station Visitor Centre on achieving a score of 91% in VisitScotland’s quality assurance scheme for the first time; notes that this outstanding result puts the visitor centre among Scotland’s top 20 visitor attractions; commends its efforts in welcoming 50,000 visitors each year and for offering free educational visits to schools and higher education institutions, helping to inspire future engineers; welcomes this achievement on the 60th anniversary of the commencement of the construction of the power station; recalls that Cruachan is the world’s first reversible pumped storage hydro system to be built on this scale and that it can store enough energy to power a city for more than 15 hours, and encourages visitors to explore Cruachan Power Station and learn more about its role in helping Scotland decarbonise its electricity.
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That the Parliament congratulates the staff of Cruachan Power Station Visitor Centre on achieving a score of 91% in VisitScotland’s quality assurance scheme for the first time; notes that this outstanding result puts the visitor centre among Scotland’s top 20 visitor attractions; commends its efforts in welcoming 50,000 visitors each year and for offering free educational visits to schools and higher education institutions, helping to inspire future engineers; welcomes this achievement on the 60th anniversary of the commencement of the construction of the power station; recalls that Cruachan is the world’s first reversible pumped storage hydro system to be built on this scale and that it can store enough energy to power a city for more than 15 hours, and encourages visitors to explore Cruachan Power Station and learn more about its role in helping Scotland decarbonise its electricity.
Supported by: Gordon Lindhurst, Alexander Stewart, Annie Wells, Miles Briggs, Jamie Greene, Richard Lyle, Jeremy Balfour, Peter Chapman, Alexander Burnett R, Maurice Corry, Maureen Watt, Michelle Ballantyne
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As an amendment to motion S5M-19809 in the name of Ben Macpherson (Protecting the Rights of EU Citizens in Scotland), leave out from "notes that the approach of the UK Government" to end and insert "further acknowledges that the Withdrawal Agreement negotiated in October 2019 guarantees the rights of EU citizens living in the UK and ensures that EU citizens can continue to live and work in the UK after it leaves the EU through the EU Settlement Scheme; welcomes the announcement that the number of people permitted to work in the UK via the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme will increase from 2,500 to 10,000; further welcomes proposals to introduce a new NHS visa, which will help towards resolving Scotland’s NHS workforce crisis, and supports the continued efforts of the UK Government to ensure that the UK continues to be a place that attracts the best and brightest talents from around the world."
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As an amendment to motion S5M-19809 in the name of Ben Macpherson (Protecting the Rights of EU Citizens in Scotland), leave out from "notes that the approach of the UK Government" to end and insert "further acknowledges that the Withdrawal Agreement negotiated in October 2019 guarantees the rights of EU citizens living in the UK and ensures that EU citizens can continue to live and work in the UK after it leaves the EU through the EU Settlement Scheme; welcomes the announcement that the number of people permitted to work in the UK via the Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme will increase from 2,500 to 10,000; further welcomes proposals to introduce a new NHS visa, which will help towards resolving Scotland’s NHS workforce crisis, and supports the continued efforts of the UK Government to ensure that the UK continues to be a place that attracts the best and brightest talents from around the world."
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 12/11/2019
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That the Parliament congratulates Carradale and Southend primary schools on receiving a Bronze Award, and Dunoon Grammar School and Rothesay Academy on receiving a Silver Award from sportscotland’s School Sport Awards 2019; understands that Dalintober, Dunbeg and Salen primary schools are still in receipt of their Gold Awards; believes that this is a splendid achievement by the schools in Argyll and Bute, and wishes them continued success in promoting and improving the standards and accessibility of physical education and sport for children and young people.
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That the Parliament congratulates Carradale and Southend primary schools on receiving a Bronze Award, and Dunoon Grammar School and Rothesay Academy on receiving a Silver Award from sportscotland’s School Sport Awards 2019; understands that Dalintober, Dunbeg and Salen primary schools are still in receipt of their Gold Awards; believes that this is a splendid achievement by the schools in Argyll and Bute, and wishes them continued success in promoting and improving the standards and accessibility of physical education and sport for children and young people.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Alexander Stewart, Alison Harris, Peter Chapman, Finlay Carson, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Edward Mountain, Annie Wells, Ruth Maguire, Miles Briggs, Jackson Carlaw, Liam Kerr, Michelle Ballantyne, Gil Paterson, Rachael Hamilton, Maureen Watt
Current Status: Fallen on 23/01/2020
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That the Parliament congratulates Castlebay School and Shawbost Primary school on receiving a Silver Award from sportscotland’s School Sport Awards 2019; understands that Balivanich School and Laxdale, Sgoil Uibhist a Tuath, Daliburgh and Iochdar primary schools are still in receipt of their Gold Awards; believes that this is an impressive achievement by the schools in the Western Isles, and wishes them continued success in supporting and improving the standards and accessibility of physical education and sport for children and young people.
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That the Parliament congratulates Castlebay School and Shawbost Primary school on receiving a Silver Award from sportscotland’s School Sport Awards 2019; understands that Balivanich School and Laxdale, Sgoil Uibhist a Tuath, Daliburgh and Iochdar primary schools are still in receipt of their Gold Awards; believes that this is an impressive achievement by the schools in the Western Isles, and wishes them continued success in supporting and improving the standards and accessibility of physical education and sport for children and young people.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Alison Harris, Peter Chapman, Finlay Carson, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Annie Wells, Ruth Maguire, Miles Briggs, Liam Kerr, Michelle Ballantyne, Edward Mountain, Gil Paterson, Rachael Hamilton, Maureen Watt, Alasdair Allan, Alexander Burnett
Current Status: Fallen on 23/01/2020
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As an amendment to motion S5M-18695 in the name of Michael Russell (Avoiding a No-deal Exit from the EU), leave out from "agrees" to end and insert "should respect the result of the 2016 EU referendum; agrees that a negotiated exit remains the best way to deliver on that vote, and supports the UK Government in reaching a deal with the EU."
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As an amendment to motion S5M-18695 in the name of Michael Russell (Avoiding a No-deal Exit from the EU), leave out from "agrees" to end and insert "should respect the result of the 2016 EU referendum; agrees that a negotiated exit remains the best way to deliver on that vote, and supports the UK Government in reaching a deal with the EU."
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 05/09/2019
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That the Parliament congratulates the Inveraray and District Pipe Band on being crowned World Pipe Band Champions 2019 at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow; understands that this is Inveraray’s second victory in the tournament in three years; acknowledges that the current pipe band was re-formed in 2003 having previously been disbanded in the late 1930s and has won a string of competitions in its relatively short history; recognises that around 8,000 pipers and drummers participated in the 2019 championships, and that 30,000 people attended the event, and wishes Inveraray and District Pipe Band well for future tournaments.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Inveraray and District Pipe Band on being crowned World Pipe Band Champions 2019 at the World Pipe Band Championships in Glasgow; understands that this is Inveraray’s second victory in the tournament in three years; acknowledges that the current pipe band was re-formed in 2003 having previously been disbanded in the late 1930s and has won a string of competitions in its relatively short history; recognises that around 8,000 pipers and drummers participated in the 2019 championships, and that 30,000 people attended the event, and wishes Inveraray and District Pipe Band well for future tournaments.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Jamie Greene, Margaret Mitchell, Alison Harris, Gordon Lindhurst, Alexander Stewart, Peter Chapman, Liz Smith, Murdo Fraser, Kenneth Gibson, Alex Rowley, Tom Mason, Michelle Ballantyne, Alasdair Allan, John Scott, Rachael Hamilton, Jeremy Balfour, Ruth Maguire, Neil Findlay, Alexander Burnett
Current Status: Fallen on 27/11/2019
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That the Parliament acknowledges that Glenorchy Camanachd has been awarded £2,306 from sportscotland through the Awards for All Scotland programme; understands that the funding will be used to delivery weekly shinty training sessions to primary school pupils by volunteer coaches; recognises that Glenorchy Camanachd is based in Dalmally and currently competes in the Mowi South Division 2; acknowledges the importance of introducing more young people to shinty, and wishes Glenorchy Camanachd every future success.
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That the Parliament acknowledges that Glenorchy Camanachd has been awarded £2,306 from sportscotland through the Awards for All Scotland programme; understands that the funding will be used to delivery weekly shinty training sessions to primary school pupils by volunteer coaches; recognises that Glenorchy Camanachd is based in Dalmally and currently competes in the Mowi South Division 2; acknowledges the importance of introducing more young people to shinty, and wishes Glenorchy Camanachd every future success.
Supported by: Michelle Ballantyne, Alexander Stewart, Liz Smith, Margaret Mitchell, Peter Chapman, Edward Mountain, Annie Wells, Miles Briggs, Jamie Greene, Ruth Maguire, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Tom Mason, Liam Kerr, Rachael Hamilton, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Alison Harris, Alexander Burnett
Current Status: Fallen on 27/11/2019
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