That the Parliament remembers the many protestors who lost their lives in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, 30 years on; understands that, on the night of the 3 June 1989, the Chinese military opened fire at unarmed student led protestors around square, clearing it by dawn; acknowledges that, although there has never been any independently-verified death toll, the then British ambassador to China estimated that at least 10,000 people were killed as a result of the protests and subsequent crackdown; understands that friends and families are still demanding an explanation from the Chinese Government for what happened; believes that activists who wish to commemorate those killed are at risk of being threatened, harassed and detained by the Chinese authorities; notes calls from Amnesty International for China to publicly acknowledge what it sees as the human rights violations that occurred, for it to launch an open and independent inquiry to hold those responsible for the events accountable, to provide compensation to the victims and their families and for it to cease the harassment and prosecution of people commemorating or speaking out about the events and to allow its citizens to exercise the human right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.
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That the Parliament remembers the many protestors who lost their lives in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, 30 years on; understands that, on the night of the 3 June 1989, the Chinese military opened fire at unarmed student led protestors around square, clearing it by dawn; acknowledges that, although there has never been any independently-verified death toll, the then British ambassador to China estimated that at least 10,000 people were killed as a result of the protests and subsequent crackdown; understands that friends and families are still demanding an explanation from the Chinese Government for what happened; believes that activists who wish to commemorate those killed are at risk of being threatened, harassed and detained by the Chinese authorities; notes calls from Amnesty International for China to publicly acknowledge what it sees as the human rights violations that occurred, for it to launch an open and independent inquiry to hold those responsible for the events accountable, to provide compensation to the victims and their families and for it to cease the harassment and prosecution of people commemorating or speaking out about the events and to allow its citizens to exercise the human right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Ross Greer, Gail Ross, Sandra White, Andy Wightman, Stuart McMillan, Patrick Harvie, Alex Rowley, Pauline McNeill, Kenneth Gibson, Gillian Martin, John Mason, Clare Adamson, Angela Constance
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That the Parliament recognises that 3 June 2019 is world bicycle day; understands that the UN General Assembly designated this day as an acknowledgement of the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries, and it being a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally sustainable means of transportation that fosters environmental stewardship and health; understands that the World Health Organization has stated that safe infrastructure for walking and cycling is a pathway for achieving greater health equity for the least well off in urban areas, who often cannot afford private vehicles, and that walking and cycling can provide a form of transport while reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, diabetes and even death, and improved active transport is not only healthy but is also equitable and cost-effective; notes the Scottish Government's commitment for 10% of everyday journeys to be by bike by 2020; considers with regret that this target is likely to be missed, and calls on the Scottish Government to set out what measures it will take to reach this target.
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That the Parliament recognises that 3 June 2019 is world bicycle day; understands that the UN General Assembly designated this day as an acknowledgement of the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle, which has been in use for two centuries, and it being a simple, affordable, reliable, clean and environmentally sustainable means of transportation that fosters environmental stewardship and health; understands that the World Health Organization has stated that safe infrastructure for walking and cycling is a pathway for achieving greater health equity for the least well off in urban areas, who often cannot afford private vehicles, and that walking and cycling can provide a form of transport while reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, certain cancers, diabetes and even death, and improved active transport is not only healthy but is also equitable and cost-effective; notes the Scottish Government's commitment for 10% of everyday journeys to be by bike by 2020; considers with regret that this target is likely to be missed, and calls on the Scottish Government to set out what measures it will take to reach this target.
Supported by: Patrick Harvie, Neil Findlay
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As an amendment to amendment S5M-17503.2 in the name of Humza Yousaf (Whole Life Custody Sentences), insert at end “, and continues to believe that in each case of a person being imprisoned every effort must continue to be made at rehabilitation and that the attitude of ‘lock them up and throw away the key’ is rightly consigned to history.”
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As an amendment to amendment S5M-17503.2 in the name of Humza Yousaf (Whole Life Custody Sentences), insert at end “, and continues to believe that in each case of a person being imprisoned every effort must continue to be made at rehabilitation and that the attitude of ‘lock them up and throw away the key’ is rightly consigned to history.”
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That the Parliament notes with sadness the passing of Dr John MacInnes (Iain MacAonghuis); understands that Dr MacInnes was considered the leading scholar of the Gaelic language; notes that he had spent his life studying and championing Gaelic history, folklore, music and spoken word after studying Old English and Old Norse at the University of Edinburgh and going on to work in its School of Scottish Studies for more than 30 years before retiring in 1993; believes that, through his work, Dr MacInnes has immeasurably strengthened the Gaelic language in Scotland, and extends its sincere sympathy to his family and friends.
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That the Parliament notes with sadness the passing of Dr John MacInnes (Iain MacAonghuis); understands that Dr MacInnes was considered the leading scholar of the Gaelic language; notes that he had spent his life studying and championing Gaelic history, folklore, music and spoken word after studying Old English and Old Norse at the University of Edinburgh and going on to work in its School of Scottish Studies for more than 30 years before retiring in 1993; believes that, through his work, Dr MacInnes has immeasurably strengthened the Gaelic language in Scotland, and extends its sincere sympathy to his family and friends.
Supported by: Monica Lennon, Kenneth Gibson, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Maureen Watt, Stewart Stevenson, Mark McDonald, Annabelle Ewing, Stuart McMillan, Sandra White, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament agrees to the general principles of the Children (Equal Protection from Assault) (Scotland) Bill.
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That the Parliament agrees to the general principles of the Children (Equal Protection from Assault) (Scotland) Bill.
Supported by: Mark Ruskell
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 28/05/2019
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That the Parliament congratulates Ross County on winning the 2018-19 SPFL Championship; notes that this follows a 4-0 routing of Queen of the South on 26 April; understands that the Staggies have spent just three weekends this season outside of the top two positions; welcomes the return of topflight football to the Highlands, and wishes the team continued success for 2019-20 and beyond.
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That the Parliament congratulates Ross County on winning the 2018-19 SPFL Championship; notes that this follows a 4-0 routing of Queen of the South on 26 April; understands that the Staggies have spent just three weekends this season outside of the top two positions; welcomes the return of topflight football to the Highlands, and wishes the team continued success for 2019-20 and beyond.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Edward Mountain, Stuart McMillan, Kenneth Gibson, Fulton MacGregor, Bob Doris, Clare Adamson, Alex Rowley, Tom Arthur, Maureen Watt
Current Status: Fallen on 19/06/2019
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That the Parliament recognises that 8 April 2019 is International Romani Day; understands that the event provides an opportunity to celebrate Roma culture and people in Scotland and across the world; notes that it was originally declared in 1990 to commemorate the first major meeting of Roma representatives in London in 1971, at which the Roma flag was created and the national anthem, Gelem Gelem, was adopted; welcomes the annual procession of Roma people through Govanhill, which took place on 6 April; notes that this was followed by a celebration, which included dancing, traditional food, speeches, and considers that this annual celebration is a significant part of the wider efforts to ensure the recognition and protection of Roma rights in Scotland and around the world.
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That the Parliament recognises that 8 April 2019 is International Romani Day; understands that the event provides an opportunity to celebrate Roma culture and people in Scotland and across the world; notes that it was originally declared in 1990 to commemorate the first major meeting of Roma representatives in London in 1971, at which the Roma flag was created and the national anthem, Gelem Gelem, was adopted; welcomes the annual procession of Roma people through Govanhill, which took place on 6 April; notes that this was followed by a celebration, which included dancing, traditional food, speeches, and considers that this annual celebration is a significant part of the wider efforts to ensure the recognition and protection of Roma rights in Scotland and around the world.
Supported by: Ross Greer, Richard Lyle, Mark Ruskell, Stuart McMillan, Patrick Harvie, Bill Kidd, John Mason, Angela Constance, Stewart Stevenson, Sandra White, Gillian Martin, Keith Brown, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson
Current Status: Fallen on 19/06/2019
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As an amendment to motion S5M-16408 in the name of Colin Smyth (Free Bus Travel for Under-25s), insert at end “; considers that, in line with the views of Partnership for Action on Drugs Scotland, access to affordable transport is fundamental to those with substance addictions recovery, and further welcomes the extension of free bus travel to those currently recovering from substance addiction.”
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As an amendment to motion S5M-16408 in the name of Colin Smyth (Free Bus Travel for Under-25s), insert at end “; considers that, in line with the views of Partnership for Action on Drugs Scotland, access to affordable transport is fundamental to those with substance addictions recovery, and further welcomes the extension of free bus travel to those currently recovering from substance addiction.”
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That the Parliament notes the announcement of the re-creation of the title, Earl of Forfar; understands that the Earldom had been extinct since 1715, and believes that Forfar has suffered no ill-effects as a result of not having an Earl for 304 years.
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That the Parliament notes the announcement of the re-creation of the title, Earl of Forfar; understands that the Earldom had been extinct since 1715, and believes that Forfar has suffered no ill-effects as a result of not having an Earl for 304 years.
Supported by: Mark Ruskell, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, John Mason, Rona Mackay, Ross Greer, Andy Wightman, Patrick Harvie, Alison Johnstone, Ruth Maguire
Current Status: Fallen on 09/05/2019
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That the Parliament welcomes the advisory opinion delivered by the International Court of Justice that the Chagos Islands were not lawfully separated from Mauritius when the latter gained its independence from the UK in 1968; understands that the then British government evicted the entire population of the Chagos Islands, Chagossians, in 1970 before inviting the United States to build a military base on Diego Garcia, one of the larger atolls, and supports the calls for the Chagos Islands to be given back to the native displaced population.
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That the Parliament welcomes the advisory opinion delivered by the International Court of Justice that the Chagos Islands were not lawfully separated from Mauritius when the latter gained its independence from the UK in 1968; understands that the then British government evicted the entire population of the Chagos Islands, Chagossians, in 1970 before inviting the United States to build a military base on Diego Garcia, one of the larger atolls, and supports the calls for the Chagos Islands to be given back to the native displaced population.
Supported by: Mark Ruskell, Bill Kidd, Kenneth Gibson, John Mason, Sandra White, Richard Lyle, Gil Paterson, Stewart Stevenson, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Adam Tomkins, Ross Greer, Fulton MacGregor, Tom Arthur, Neil Findlay, Ruth Maguire
Current Status: Fallen on 09/05/2019
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