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
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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
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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
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As an amendment to motion S5M-16013 in the name of Daniel Johnson (Justice), leave out from "; is concerned" to end and insert ", and believes that judicial training, including provision from outside agencies, is vital to ensure that informed sentencing decisions are reached by the judiciary."
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As an amendment to motion S5M-16013 in the name of Daniel Johnson (Justice), leave out from "; is concerned" to end and insert ", and believes that judicial training, including provision from outside agencies, is vital to ensure that informed sentencing decisions are reached by the judiciary."
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That the Parliament notes the case of Hakeem al-Araibi, a refugee who it understands has spent nearly two months in unlawful detention in a Thailand prison while awaiting the outcome of proceedings to have him extradited to Bahrain; further understands that Hakeem, a former Bahraini national football team player, found refuge and safety in Australia after fleeing torture and persecution in his home country; notes the calls from FIFPro, the world's players' union, for him to be freed to return to Melbourne, where he is a player for Pascoe Vale FC, and allowed to live in peace; commends Amnesty for raising awareness by launching an online petition, which has gathered over 50,000 signatures to date, and calls on the SFA, other federations, and FIFA to bring all influence to bear to secure Hakeem’s release.
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That the Parliament notes the case of Hakeem al-Araibi, a refugee who it understands has spent nearly two months in unlawful detention in a Thailand prison while awaiting the outcome of proceedings to have him extradited to Bahrain; further understands that Hakeem, a former Bahraini national football team player, found refuge and safety in Australia after fleeing torture and persecution in his home country; notes the calls from FIFPro, the world's players' union, for him to be freed to return to Melbourne, where he is a player for Pascoe Vale FC, and allowed to live in peace; commends Amnesty for raising awareness by launching an online petition, which has gathered over 50,000 signatures to date, and calls on the SFA, other federations, and FIFA to bring all influence to bear to secure Hakeem’s release.
Supported by: Bob Doris, Sandra White, Mark Ruskell, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Ruth Maguire, Mary Fee, John Mason, Mark McDonald, Angela Constance
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As an amendment to motion S5M-15615 in the name of Liam Kerr (Tackling Antisocial Behaviour), insert at end ", and recognises that adequately resourced support services are essential to ensuring an effective criminal justice system."
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As an amendment to motion S5M-15615 in the name of Liam Kerr (Tackling Antisocial Behaviour), insert at end ", and recognises that adequately resourced support services are essential to ensuring an effective criminal justice system."
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That the Parliament notes that the States of Jersey Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to adopt a proposition that legislation should be drafted to repeal Article 79 of the Children (Jersey) Law 2002, which currently permits "defence of reasonable corporal punishment of a child"; understands that the Council of Ministers has been asked to bring forward the changes and implement a public awareness raising campaign, as well as guidance and training for parents and teachers about the forthcoming ban on corporal punishment; believes that this move is indicative of an international acceptance that children should be afforded equal protection, and congratulates Jersey on this most welcome move.
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That the Parliament notes that the States of Jersey Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to adopt a proposition that legislation should be drafted to repeal Article 79 of the Children (Jersey) Law 2002, which currently permits "defence of reasonable corporal punishment of a child"; understands that the Council of Ministers has been asked to bring forward the changes and implement a public awareness raising campaign, as well as guidance and training for parents and teachers about the forthcoming ban on corporal punishment; believes that this move is indicative of an international acceptance that children should be afforded equal protection, and congratulates Jersey on this most welcome move.
Supported by: Rona Mackay, Mark Ruskell, Patrick Harvie, Angela Constance, Fulton MacGregor, Gil Paterson, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Willie Rennie
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That the Parliament congratulates Sandy McKirdy, a shepherd from Bute, on being awarded the Stalwart award by the NFU Scotland Argyll and the Islands' region at its 2019 AGM, which took place in Tarbert; notes that Sandy, who is 94-years-old, was presented with award by the regional chair, John Dickson, and the well-known hill farmer Sybil MacPherson; recognises that the Stalwart title was established in 2016 in recognition and memory of the dedication shown by Mull’s Bert Leitch and Lachlan MacLean, who represented NFU Scotland’s farmers and crofters both regionally and nationally for many years and sadly passed away in 2015; notes that it is presented annually to either a NFUS member who has followed in their footsteps and given their time and effort to the work of the union in the region or someone who has made a significant contribution to the area's agriculture; considers Sandy to be a legend in hill farming circles, having spent a lifetime working with blackface sheep and sheepdogs; notes that he started farming with his father at Dunagoil Farm on Bute before going on to work as a shepherd in Argyllshire and spending almost 40 years shepherding for Bute Estates and the Marquis of Bute; understands that although he retired at 65, Sandy keeps a daily routine that sees him check on ewes and hogs while training and trialling his sheepdogs for the local trial, at which he continues to win prizes, and wishes Sandy well.
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That the Parliament congratulates Sandy McKirdy, a shepherd from Bute, on being awarded the Stalwart award by the NFU Scotland Argyll and the Islands' region at its 2019 AGM, which took place in Tarbert; notes that Sandy, who is 94-years-old, was presented with award by the regional chair, John Dickson, and the well-known hill farmer Sybil MacPherson; recognises that the Stalwart title was established in 2016 in recognition and memory of the dedication shown by Mull’s Bert Leitch and Lachlan MacLean, who represented NFU Scotland’s farmers and crofters both regionally and nationally for many years and sadly passed away in 2015; notes that it is presented annually to either a NFUS member who has followed in their footsteps and given their time and effort to the work of the union in the region or someone who has made a significant contribution to the area's agriculture; considers Sandy to be a legend in hill farming circles, having spent a lifetime working with blackface sheep and sheepdogs; notes that he started farming with his father at Dunagoil Farm on Bute before going on to work as a shepherd in Argyllshire and spending almost 40 years shepherding for Bute Estates and the Marquis of Bute; understands that although he retired at 65, Sandy keeps a daily routine that sees him check on ewes and hogs while training and trialling his sheepdogs for the local trial, at which he continues to win prizes, and wishes Sandy well.
Supported by: Liam McArthur, Donald Cameron R, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Miles Briggs, Clare Adamson, Angus MacDonald, Tom Arthur, Gail Ross, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt
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As an amendment to motion S5M-15243 in the name of Michael Matheson (Ultra-low Emission Vehicles), after "registrations in Scotland" insert "; welcomes the important role that ULEVs can play in decarbonising the transport sector, but recognises that this technology does not address the need to cut congestion and to improve road safety".
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As an amendment to motion S5M-15243 in the name of Michael Matheson (Ultra-low Emission Vehicles), after "registrations in Scotland" insert "; welcomes the important role that ULEVs can play in decarbonising the transport sector, but recognises that this technology does not address the need to cut congestion and to improve road safety".
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 08/01/2019
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