That the Parliament congratulates the International Fire and Rescue Association (IFRA), which is Scotland’s biggest international fire service charity, on being awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; notes that this is the highest award that a voluntary group can receive in the UK; recognises that IFRA is a group of volunteers from around the UK and is based in Dunfermline; notes that it assists fire and emergency services around the world that require help due to war, civil unrest or that are unable to deal fully with emergencies; commends it on donating 96 vehicles, 55 containers of lifesaving equipment and 67 training missions to 20 countries; notes that this award identifies outstanding work by volunteer groups that is beneficial to communities; understands that IFRA is the only international fire service charity to have received this award, and wishes it, and its volunteers and supporters, the best of luck.
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That the Parliament congratulates the International Fire and Rescue Association (IFRA), which is Scotland’s biggest international fire service charity, on being awarded the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service; notes that this is the highest award that a voluntary group can receive in the UK; recognises that IFRA is a group of volunteers from around the UK and is based in Dunfermline; notes that it assists fire and emergency services around the world that require help due to war, civil unrest or that are unable to deal fully with emergencies; commends it on donating 96 vehicles, 55 containers of lifesaving equipment and 67 training missions to 20 countries; notes that this award identifies outstanding work by volunteer groups that is beneficial to communities; understands that IFRA is the only international fire service charity to have received this award, and wishes it, and its volunteers and supporters, the best of luck.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Neil Findlay, Stuart McMillan, Alison Johnstone, Richard Lyle, Edward Mountain, Annabelle Ewing, Sandra White, Mark McDonald, Monica Lennon, Liam McArthur, Tom Arthur, Gillian Martin, Stewart Stevenson, Gil Paterson, Kenneth Gibson
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As an amendment to motion S5M-17504 in the name of Dean Lockhart (Realising Scotland's Potential), insert at end “; notes that the UK and Scottish economies have both been suppressed by the Brexit process already but that the UK Government’s projections show economic growth for every part of the UK being much worse off under every type of Brexit, meaning less money for public services; believes that a process that started with democracy should end with democracy, and that a People’s Vote is a legitimate means to exit from Brexit, and further believes that the lesson of Brexit is that breaking up long-term economic partnerships leads to chaos and economic upheaval.”
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As an amendment to motion S5M-17504 in the name of Dean Lockhart (Realising Scotland's Potential), insert at end “; notes that the UK and Scottish economies have both been suppressed by the Brexit process already but that the UK Government’s projections show economic growth for every part of the UK being much worse off under every type of Brexit, meaning less money for public services; believes that a process that started with democracy should end with democracy, and that a People’s Vote is a legitimate means to exit from Brexit, and further believes that the lesson of Brexit is that breaking up long-term economic partnerships leads to chaos and economic upheaval.”
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As an amendment to motion S5M-17425 in the name of Richard Leonard (Build them at BiFab), insert at end “; recalls the repeated promises of jobs for the local community made by the original developer, Mainstream Renewable Power, in the course of securing approval for the project, and believes that EDF, as its successor, has a responsibility to honour those promises.”
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As an amendment to motion S5M-17425 in the name of Richard Leonard (Build them at BiFab), insert at end “; recalls the repeated promises of jobs for the local community made by the original developer, Mainstream Renewable Power, in the course of securing approval for the project, and believes that EDF, as its successor, has a responsibility to honour those promises.”
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As an amendment to motion S5M-16554 in the name of Patrick Harvie (Revoking Article 50), insert at end “, and further believes that, ultimately, a process that started with democracy should end with democracy, and that a People’s Vote is a legitimate means to exit from Brexit.”
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As an amendment to motion S5M-16554 in the name of Patrick Harvie (Revoking Article 50), insert at end “, and further believes that, ultimately, a process that started with democracy should end with democracy, and that a People’s Vote is a legitimate means to exit from Brexit.”
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That the Parliament congratulates everyone involved with the Cupar Youth Project on it being selected as a finalist for the SQA Skills for Life award in recognition of its work with young people to help boost their employment and training prospects; applauds the project's success rate with, it understands, 90% of those involved with its 16+ Activity Agreement Programme moving on to a positive life destination; believes that its open-minded approach with 16- to 18-year-olds empowers them to make the best life choices for themselves at work, college or in life generally; pays tribute to its work with the Fife Community Learning and Development Partnership, and commends the good work of all of the café's staff and volunteers.
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That the Parliament congratulates everyone involved with the Cupar Youth Project on it being selected as a finalist for the SQA Skills for Life award in recognition of its work with young people to help boost their employment and training prospects; applauds the project's success rate with, it understands, 90% of those involved with its 16+ Activity Agreement Programme moving on to a positive life destination; believes that its open-minded approach with 16- to 18-year-olds empowers them to make the best life choices for themselves at work, college or in life generally; pays tribute to its work with the Fife Community Learning and Development Partnership, and commends the good work of all of the café's staff and volunteers.
Supported by: Alex Rowley, Bill Kidd, Murdo Fraser, Alison Johnstone, Miles Briggs, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt, Tom Arthur
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That the Parliament regrets that just 1.5% of journeys in Scotland are made by bicycle, according to the latest figures by Transport Scotland, despite a target to reach 10% by 2020; recognises that cycle routes, particularly National Cycle Network routes, and roads need to be at kept at a suitable standard for cyclists to use safely and with confidence, and believes that increasing the proportion of active travel journeys is a worthwhile aim that will benefit everyone.
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That the Parliament regrets that just 1.5% of journeys in Scotland are made by bicycle, according to the latest figures by Transport Scotland, despite a target to reach 10% by 2020; recognises that cycle routes, particularly National Cycle Network routes, and roads need to be at kept at a suitable standard for cyclists to use safely and with confidence, and believes that increasing the proportion of active travel journeys is a worthwhile aim that will benefit everyone.
Supported by: Graham Simpson, Mike Rumbles, Monica Lennon, Liam McArthur, John Finnie, Rachael Hamilton, Pauline McNeill, Andy Wightman, Neil Findlay, Gillian Martin, Tom Arthur, Mark Ruskell, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Colin Smyth
Current Status: Fallen on 09/05/2019
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That the Parliament congratulates Lindores Equestrian, which has been awarded Equestrian Business of the Year 2019 at the horsescotland National Equestrian Awards 2019; notes what it considers the positive impact that the family-run business has had over the 30 years that it has operated on those who have used it in Lindores and the surrounding areas of Fife, and recognises that the judges praised Lindores Equestrian for supporting the industry as well as Scottish tourism and its excellent customer care.
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That the Parliament congratulates Lindores Equestrian, which has been awarded Equestrian Business of the Year 2019 at the horsescotland National Equestrian Awards 2019; notes what it considers the positive impact that the family-run business has had over the 30 years that it has operated on those who have used it in Lindores and the surrounding areas of Fife, and recognises that the judges praised Lindores Equestrian for supporting the industry as well as Scottish tourism and its excellent customer care.
Supported by: Murdo Fraser, Edward Mountain, Miles Briggs, Richard Lyle, Bill Kidd, Colin Beattie, Annie Wells, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Tom Arthur
Current Status: Fallen on 09/05/2019
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That the Parliament recognises the good work of Camphill Corbenic, which is based near Dunkeld; notes that, since its foundation in 1978, the charity has met the residential and day care needs of adults with complex and severe, emotional, intellectual and learning disabilities by providing an integrated community, and congratulates the wider Camphill family on their dedication to provide a holistic residential environment that meets the social, physical, emotional and economic needs of residents.
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That the Parliament recognises the good work of Camphill Corbenic, which is based near Dunkeld; notes that, since its foundation in 1978, the charity has met the residential and day care needs of adults with complex and severe, emotional, intellectual and learning disabilities by providing an integrated community, and congratulates the wider Camphill family on their dedication to provide a holistic residential environment that meets the social, physical, emotional and economic needs of residents.
Supported by: Alexander Burnett, Murdo Fraser, Bill Kidd, Colin Beattie, Fulton MacGregor, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Claire Baker, Miles Briggs
Current Status: Fallen on 09/05/2019
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That the Parliament notes the proposal by the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership to close the GP out-of-hours facility in St Andrews; further notes the reported criticism from the community regarding the consultation process; understands there has nonetheless been a large response to the consultation from people in east Fife, and that over 6,000 have signed a petition and more than 2,000 have submitted objection postcards; believes that the Dundee Kings Cross out-of-hours facility is often at capacity and consequently finds it difficult to accept patients from north Fife; understands that there is a large number of students and older people in the east Fife area; believes that GPs from the area are prepared to step up to provide a local service, and notes the calls for the St Andrews' facility to be retained.
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That the Parliament notes the proposal by the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership to close the GP out-of-hours facility in St Andrews; further notes the reported criticism from the community regarding the consultation process; understands there has nonetheless been a large response to the consultation from people in east Fife, and that over 6,000 have signed a petition and more than 2,000 have submitted objection postcards; believes that the Dundee Kings Cross out-of-hours facility is often at capacity and consequently finds it difficult to accept patients from north Fife; understands that there is a large number of students and older people in the east Fife area; believes that GPs from the area are prepared to step up to provide a local service, and notes the calls for the St Andrews' facility to be retained.
Supported by: Alex Cole-Hamilton, Alex Rowley, Mark Ruskell, Alexander Stewart, Monica Lennon, Liz Smith, Murdo Fraser, Claire Baker, Alexander Burnett, Miles Briggs
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 13/12/2018
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That the Parliament welcomes Occupational Therapy Week 2018, which runs from 5 to 11 November with the theme, Securing the future of occupational therapy; recognises that occupational therapists provide practical support to empower adults and children to facilitate recovery by helping them overcome barriers preventing them from carrying out activities that allow them to live independent and fulfilling lives; acknowledges that they do this by taking a whole-person approach to mental and physical health and wellbeing; considers that these professionals play a significant and expanding role, often as part of multi-disciplinary teams, across many sectors, including health, social care, education and justice; notes their work in the redesign and delivery of services to prevent hospital admissions, reduce delayed discharge and lower waiting times; supports holding an investigation into the greater deployment of occupational therapists in schools to assist with efforts to improve child and adolescent mental health, and welcomes the work of the Fife Vocational Rehab Service.
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That the Parliament welcomes Occupational Therapy Week 2018, which runs from 5 to 11 November with the theme, Securing the future of occupational therapy; recognises that occupational therapists provide practical support to empower adults and children to facilitate recovery by helping them overcome barriers preventing them from carrying out activities that allow them to live independent and fulfilling lives; acknowledges that they do this by taking a whole-person approach to mental and physical health and wellbeing; considers that these professionals play a significant and expanding role, often as part of multi-disciplinary teams, across many sectors, including health, social care, education and justice; notes their work in the redesign and delivery of services to prevent hospital admissions, reduce delayed discharge and lower waiting times; supports holding an investigation into the greater deployment of occupational therapists in schools to assist with efforts to improve child and adolescent mental health, and welcomes the work of the Fife Vocational Rehab Service.
Supported by: Angela Constance, Annabelle Ewing, Jenny Gilruth, Mark Ruskell, Alex Neil, Stewart Stevenson, James Kelly, Alasdair Allan, Alex Rowley, Fulton MacGregor, Lewis Macdonald, Ruth Maguire
Current Status: Fallen on 24/01/2019
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