That the Parliament acknowledges that 10 September 2020 is World Suicide Prevention Day; understands that this provides the opportunity for people, across the globe, to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention; notes that, every year, it is among the top 20 leading causes of death globally for people of all ages and it is responsible for over 800,000 deaths, which equates to one suicide every 40 seconds; acknowledges that prevention requires integrative strategies that encompass work at the individual, systems and community level, and notes the calls for everyone to play their part to prevent suicide.
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That the Parliament acknowledges that 10 September 2020 is World Suicide Prevention Day; understands that this provides the opportunity for people, across the globe, to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention; notes that, every year, it is among the top 20 leading causes of death globally for people of all ages and it is responsible for over 800,000 deaths, which equates to one suicide every 40 seconds; acknowledges that prevention requires integrative strategies that encompass work at the individual, systems and community level, and notes the calls for everyone to play their part to prevent suicide.
Supported by: Stewart Stevenson, John Mason, Kenneth Gibson, Murdo Fraser, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Bob Doris, Rona Mackay, Mark McDonald, Miles Briggs, Gil Paterson, Pauline McNeill, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, David Torrance, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Annabelle Ewing, Monica Lennon, Gail Ross, Clare Adamson, John Finnie, Angela Constance, Mary Fee, Tom Arthur, Gillian Martin, Neil Findlay, Colin Smyth
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 15/09/2020
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That the Parliament recognises 9 September as International Day to Protect Education from Attack; considers that the protracted nature of conflicts today is affecting the futures of entire generations of children; further considers that, without access to education, a generation of children living in conflict will grow up without the skills they need to contribute to their countries and economies, exacerbating the already desperate situation for millions of children and their families; notes that this day draws attention to the plight of more than 75 million three-to-18-year-olds living in 35 crisis-affected countries and to their urgent need of educational support; expresses concern regarding the effects of continued violence on these children and their ability to access education, the consequences of which it considers require special attention beyond the needs of learners whose establishments were temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and sends a clear message emphasising the importance of safeguarding schools as places of protection and safety for students and educators and the need to keep education at the top of the public agenda.
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That the Parliament recognises 9 September as International Day to Protect Education from Attack; considers that the protracted nature of conflicts today is affecting the futures of entire generations of children; further considers that, without access to education, a generation of children living in conflict will grow up without the skills they need to contribute to their countries and economies, exacerbating the already desperate situation for millions of children and their families; notes that this day draws attention to the plight of more than 75 million three-to-18-year-olds living in 35 crisis-affected countries and to their urgent need of educational support; expresses concern regarding the effects of continued violence on these children and their ability to access education, the consequences of which it considers require special attention beyond the needs of learners whose establishments were temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and sends a clear message emphasising the importance of safeguarding schools as places of protection and safety for students and educators and the need to keep education at the top of the public agenda.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Stewart Stevenson, John Mason, Kenneth Gibson, Richard Lyle, Rona Mackay, Mark McDonald, Iain Gray, Gil Paterson, David Stewart, Andy Wightman, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Clare Adamson, John Finnie, Tom Arthur, Colin Smyth
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That the Parliament congratulates sisters Skye and Ava Nelson on donating 14 inches of their hair to the Little Princess Trust; understands that Skye and Ava were encouraged to do so by their mum, Jackie, and their hairdresser; notes that the Trust provides free real hair wigs to children and young people who have experienced hair loss through treatment for cancer and other conditions: acknowledges that Skye and Ava have created a JustGiving page to help raise funds for the charity; thanks the sisters on their kind gesture, and wishes them all the best.
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That the Parliament congratulates sisters Skye and Ava Nelson on donating 14 inches of their hair to the Little Princess Trust; understands that Skye and Ava were encouraged to do so by their mum, Jackie, and their hairdresser; notes that the Trust provides free real hair wigs to children and young people who have experienced hair loss through treatment for cancer and other conditions: acknowledges that Skye and Ava have created a JustGiving page to help raise funds for the charity; thanks the sisters on their kind gesture, and wishes them all the best.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates Caledonian Papermill in Irvine on donating 10,000 face masks to the Ayrshire charity, Hansel; understands that the donation is part of the company's Biofore Share and Care programme, which is involved in many community projects supporting sustainable development; further understands that the masks will be used by Hansel's customers when out and about in the community, and thanks Caledonian Papermill for its kind gesture and for keeping community spirit alive during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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That the Parliament congratulates Caledonian Papermill in Irvine on donating 10,000 face masks to the Ayrshire charity, Hansel; understands that the donation is part of the company's Biofore Share and Care programme, which is involved in many community projects supporting sustainable development; further understands that the masks will be used by Hansel's customers when out and about in the community, and thanks Caledonian Papermill for its kind gesture and for keeping community spirit alive during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Kenneth Gibson, Sandra White, David Torrance, Gordon Lindhurst, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Annabelle Ewing, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament recognises what it considers the importance of the International Day Against Nuclear Tests, which takes place on 29 August 2020; understands that, on 2 December 2009, the 64th session of the UN General Assembly declared 29 August the International Day Against Nuclear Tests by unanimously adopting resolution 64/35, which calls for increasing awareness and education about the effects of nuclear weapon test explosions, or any other nuclear explosions, and the need for their cessation as one of the means of achieving the goal of a nuclear weapon-free world; notes with concern that, since nuclear weapons testing began on 16 July 1945, nearly 2,000 have taken place; supports the various activities throughout the world, such as symposia, conferences, exhibits, competitions, publications, lectures, media broadcasts and other initiatives, to deter nuclear testing, and continues to work toward the elimination of all forms of nuclear activity.
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That the Parliament recognises what it considers the importance of the International Day Against Nuclear Tests, which takes place on 29 August 2020; understands that, on 2 December 2009, the 64th session of the UN General Assembly declared 29 August the International Day Against Nuclear Tests by unanimously adopting resolution 64/35, which calls for increasing awareness and education about the effects of nuclear weapon test explosions, or any other nuclear explosions, and the need for their cessation as one of the means of achieving the goal of a nuclear weapon-free world; notes with concern that, since nuclear weapons testing began on 16 July 1945, nearly 2,000 have taken place; supports the various activities throughout the world, such as symposia, conferences, exhibits, competitions, publications, lectures, media broadcasts and other initiatives, to deter nuclear testing, and continues to work toward the elimination of all forms of nuclear activity.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, John Finnie, David Torrance, Mark McDonald, John Mason, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Annabelle Ewing, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin, Neil Findlay
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That the Parliament congratulates Lewis Gibson from Kilwinning and Caelin Chan from Stevenston on being selected for Scottish Swimming’s prestigious District Regional Programme; understands that they are two of only nine selected for the event, which is administered by West District on behalf of Scottish Swimming and is the first step on the long ladder of representative swimming, involving three days of intensive coaching and group work through the autumn; congratulates Lewis and Caelin on their outstanding talent, and wishes them all the best in their swimming careers and other endeavours.
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That the Parliament congratulates Lewis Gibson from Kilwinning and Caelin Chan from Stevenston on being selected for Scottish Swimming’s prestigious District Regional Programme; understands that they are two of only nine selected for the event, which is administered by West District on behalf of Scottish Swimming and is the first step on the long ladder of representative swimming, involving three days of intensive coaching and group work through the autumn; congratulates Lewis and Caelin on their outstanding talent, and wishes them all the best in their swimming careers and other endeavours.
Supported by: Stewart Stevenson, David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, Annabelle Ewing, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament acknowledges that 22 August 2020 is the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief; understands that continuing acts of intolerance and violence based on religion or belief against individuals, including against persons belonging to religious communities and religious minorities around the world, and the number and intensity of such incidents, which are often of a criminal nature and may have international characteristics, are increasing; condemns all acts, methods and practices of terrorism and violent extremism conducive to terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations, wherever and by whomsoever committed, regardless of their motivation; reiterates the sentiments of the UN that terrorism and violent extremism as and when conducive to terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations, cannot and should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilisation or ethnic group, and believes that upholding these rights plays an important role in the fight against all forms of intolerance and of discrimination based on religion or belief.
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That the Parliament acknowledges that 22 August 2020 is the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief; understands that continuing acts of intolerance and violence based on religion or belief against individuals, including against persons belonging to religious communities and religious minorities around the world, and the number and intensity of such incidents, which are often of a criminal nature and may have international characteristics, are increasing; condemns all acts, methods and practices of terrorism and violent extremism conducive to terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations, wherever and by whomsoever committed, regardless of their motivation; reiterates the sentiments of the UN that terrorism and violent extremism as and when conducive to terrorism, in all its forms and manifestations, cannot and should not be associated with any religion, nationality, civilisation or ethnic group, and believes that upholding these rights plays an important role in the fight against all forms of intolerance and of discrimination based on religion or belief.
Supported by: John Mason, David Torrance, Murdo Fraser, Kenneth Gibson, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, Alasdair Allan, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, Bruce Crawford, Alison Johnstone, Gillian Martin, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament recognises that 23 August 2020 is the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition; understands that, on the night of 22-23 August 1791 in Santo Domingo, today Haiti and the Dominican Republic, there was the beginning of the uprising that would play a crucial role in the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade; further understands that this International Day is intended to inscribe the tragedy of the slave trade in the memory of all to offer an opportunity for collective consideration of the historic causes, the methods and the consequences of this tragedy, and for an analysis of the interactions to which it has given rise between Africa, Europe, the Americas and the Caribbean; remembers the men and women in Saint-Domingue in 1791 who revolted and paved the way for the end of slavery and dehumanisation, and pledges to learn lessons from history while continuing to tackle all present-day forms of oppression.
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That the Parliament recognises that 23 August 2020 is the International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition; understands that, on the night of 22-23 August 1791 in Santo Domingo, today Haiti and the Dominican Republic, there was the beginning of the uprising that would play a crucial role in the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade; further understands that this International Day is intended to inscribe the tragedy of the slave trade in the memory of all to offer an opportunity for collective consideration of the historic causes, the methods and the consequences of this tragedy, and for an analysis of the interactions to which it has given rise between Africa, Europe, the Americas and the Caribbean; remembers the men and women in Saint-Domingue in 1791 who revolted and paved the way for the end of slavery and dehumanisation, and pledges to learn lessons from history while continuing to tackle all present-day forms of oppression.
Supported by: David Torrance, John Mason, Kenneth Gibson, Murdo Fraser, Rona Mackay, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, Alasdair Allan, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, Bruce Crawford, John Finnie, Annabelle Ewing, Alison Johnstone, Gillian Martin, Clare Adamson, Angela Constance, Colin Smyth
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That the Parliament congratulates 14-year-old Blair Gilmour, who lives in Irvine, on making it to the semi-finals of STV’s The Voice; understands that the Greenwood Academy pupil took on Team Danny in the battle rounds and stunned the judges with his musical talents in his own version of XO by Beyoncé; notes that Blair uses different forms of music to help him cope with his Tourette's; congratulates him on his outstanding talent and achievement, and wishes him the very best of luck in the upcoming finals.
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That the Parliament congratulates 14-year-old Blair Gilmour, who lives in Irvine, on making it to the semi-finals of STV’s The Voice; understands that the Greenwood Academy pupil took on Team Danny in the battle rounds and stunned the judges with his musical talents in his own version of XO by Beyoncé; notes that Blair uses different forms of music to help him cope with his Tourette's; congratulates him on his outstanding talent and achievement, and wishes him the very best of luck in the upcoming finals.
Supported by: David Torrance, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, Alasdair Allan, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament congratulates the Irvine cyclist, Michael Rogerson, on his epic cycle from Irvine to Datchet and back again for charity; understands that Michael will cycle more than 1,000 miles over four weeks to raise funds for the National Autism Society, Buttle UK and Datchet United charities; further understands that his motivation came from volunteering at a school for autistic children; notes that he has raised £1,140 to date; congratulates Michael on his outstanding efforts, and wishes him all the best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Irvine cyclist, Michael Rogerson, on his epic cycle from Irvine to Datchet and back again for charity; understands that Michael will cycle more than 1,000 miles over four weeks to raise funds for the National Autism Society, Buttle UK and Datchet United charities; further understands that his motivation came from volunteering at a school for autistic children; notes that he has raised £1,140 to date; congratulates Michael on his outstanding efforts, and wishes him all the best for the future.
Supported by: Joan McAlpine, Alexander Stewart, Richard Lyle, Bruce Crawford, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson
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