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
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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
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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
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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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That the Parliament is concerned about what it considers the huge cuts made to the secondary schools, Waid Academy, Madras College and Bell Baxter High School, in north east Fife; believes that the schools are disproportionately affected by cuts made to education, compared with other Fife secondary schools; understands that 46% of the cuts by Fife Council will affect just 17% of its secondary schools, which are all in north east Fife; wishes that the SNP-Labour council would not target the majority of these cuts at north east Fife schools; understands that £1.28 billion has been cut from schools in Fife, and believes that councils should not have to carry out any further cuts to education.
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That the Parliament is concerned about what it considers the huge cuts made to the secondary schools, Waid Academy, Madras College and Bell Baxter High School, in north east Fife; believes that the schools are disproportionately affected by cuts made to education, compared with other Fife secondary schools; understands that 46% of the cuts by Fife Council will affect just 17% of its secondary schools, which are all in north east Fife; wishes that the SNP-Labour council would not target the majority of these cuts at north east Fife schools; understands that £1.28 billion has been cut from schools in Fife, and believes that councils should not have to carry out any further cuts to education.
Supported by: Alex Cole-Hamilton
Current Status: Fallen on 28/11/2018
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That the Parliament notes the analysis of the Sustainable Growth Commission; further notes the commission’s statements on public spending, the volatility of oil revenues, the economic volatility of small countries, Scotland’s control over the pound, and the extended period of financial pain, and believes that independence would be damaging for Scotland.
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That the Parliament notes the analysis of the Sustainable Growth Commission; further notes the commission’s statements on public spending, the volatility of oil revenues, the economic volatility of small countries, Scotland’s control over the pound, and the extended period of financial pain, and believes that independence would be damaging for Scotland.
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 13/06/2018
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That the Parliament wishes Connor Syme from Drumoig success as he plays alongside many of the world's best players on the European Tour; pays tribute to him in securing his place after turning professional and posting top 15 finishes at the Portugal Masters and the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Autumn 2017; congratulates Connor on joining this elite group of players, and considers that he is doing Fife, the home of golf and a great Scottish industry, proud.
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That the Parliament wishes Connor Syme from Drumoig success as he plays alongside many of the world's best players on the European Tour; pays tribute to him in securing his place after turning professional and posting top 15 finishes at the Portugal Masters and the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Autumn 2017; congratulates Connor on joining this elite group of players, and considers that he is doing Fife, the home of golf and a great Scottish industry, proud.
Supported by: Alexander Burnett, Ash Denham, Richard Lyle, Bill Kidd, Finlay Carson, Murdo Fraser, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Ruth Maguire, Neil Findlay, Gil Paterson, Tom Mason, Tom Arthur
Current Status: Fallen on 24/10/2018
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