That the Parliament notes that the week beginning 18 May 2020 is Mental Health Awareness Week and that the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on mental health may be long-lasting and severe; agrees that this should be highlighted during Mental Health Awareness Week and beyond and that people should be encouraged to talk about how the crisis is affecting their mental wellbeing; understands that financial uncertainty during the pandemic may exacerbate mental health issues; notes the findings of research on COVID-19, inequalities and mental health, published by the Mental Health Foundation; is concerned that a third of Scottish adults surveyed and in full-time work are concerned about losing their jobs; is further concerned that one in six unemployed people surveyed say they have had suicidal thoughts and feelings within the last two weeks; notes that nearly a third of Scottish adults say they are worrying about their finances, such as bill payments and debt; supports the Mental Health Foundation’s call for the Scottish and UK governments to provide an economic safety net for all, both during and after the pandemic; agrees that, as a first step, the Universal Credit advance payment should immediately be made a grant, removing the current requirement to repay it over the following 12 months, and agrees that mental health support must be available to all who need it.
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That the Parliament notes that the week beginning 18 May 2020 is Mental Health Awareness Week and that the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on mental health may be long-lasting and severe; agrees that this should be highlighted during Mental Health Awareness Week and beyond and that people should be encouraged to talk about how the crisis is affecting their mental wellbeing; understands that financial uncertainty during the pandemic may exacerbate mental health issues; notes the findings of research on COVID-19, inequalities and mental health, published by the Mental Health Foundation; is concerned that a third of Scottish adults surveyed and in full-time work are concerned about losing their jobs; is further concerned that one in six unemployed people surveyed say they have had suicidal thoughts and feelings within the last two weeks; notes that nearly a third of Scottish adults say they are worrying about their finances, such as bill payments and debt; supports the Mental Health Foundation’s call for the Scottish and UK governments to provide an economic safety net for all, both during and after the pandemic; agrees that, as a first step, the Universal Credit advance payment should immediately be made a grant, removing the current requirement to repay it over the following 12 months, and agrees that mental health support must be available to all who need it.
Supported by: Andy Wightman, Mark McDonald, Patrick Harvie
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That the Parliament notes that the Sunday Mail Young Scot Awards recognise extraordinary young people aged 11 to 26 who improve the lives of people in their community and have shown spirit, dedication and determination; congratulates all the finalists on their achievement and thanks them for the incredible work that they do in their communities; highlights, in particular, the 14 young people and youth organisations from the Lothian region, including Nicole Gray, founder of Musselburgh-based Send A Smile Care Packages, which provides care packages to people with chronic illness, mental health issues and disabilities, the Edinburgh-based founders of the Scottish Youth Climate Strike, who are organisers of climate strikes, including the strike in Edinburgh in September 2019 that attracted over 20,000 people, the Edinburgh members of Intercultural Youth Scotland, which works to support the social inclusion of BME young people, and Rob Scott-Branton of Livingston, founder of Kids Gone Wild, which was established to deliver outdoor learning programmes for more than 700 children who are struggling in the school environment, and wishes them well for the awards night, which will be held in September 2020 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
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That the Parliament notes that the Sunday Mail Young Scot Awards recognise extraordinary young people aged 11 to 26 who improve the lives of people in their community and have shown spirit, dedication and determination; congratulates all the finalists on their achievement and thanks them for the incredible work that they do in their communities; highlights, in particular, the 14 young people and youth organisations from the Lothian region, including Nicole Gray, founder of Musselburgh-based Send A Smile Care Packages, which provides care packages to people with chronic illness, mental health issues and disabilities, the Edinburgh-based founders of the Scottish Youth Climate Strike, who are organisers of climate strikes, including the strike in Edinburgh in September 2019 that attracted over 20,000 people, the Edinburgh members of Intercultural Youth Scotland, which works to support the social inclusion of BME young people, and Rob Scott-Branton of Livingston, founder of Kids Gone Wild, which was established to deliver outdoor learning programmes for more than 700 children who are struggling in the school environment, and wishes them well for the awards night, which will be held in September 2020 at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
Supported by: Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament welcomes the Mind to Walk campaign from Paths For All; understands that the campaign has been launched as part of National Walking Month to highlight the mental health benefits that exercise can offer; notes that the campaign includes a guided walking meditation podcast combining physical exercise with mindfulness; recognises that the current experience of physical distancing, isolation and uncertainty have seen increased feelings of anxiety for many people, and applauds this effort to support everyday walking in Scotland.
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That the Parliament welcomes the Mind to Walk campaign from Paths For All; understands that the campaign has been launched as part of National Walking Month to highlight the mental health benefits that exercise can offer; notes that the campaign includes a guided walking meditation podcast combining physical exercise with mindfulness; recognises that the current experience of physical distancing, isolation and uncertainty have seen increased feelings of anxiety for many people, and applauds this effort to support everyday walking in Scotland.
Supported by: David Torrance, Rona Mackay, Liam McArthur, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Sandra White, Jeremy Balfour, Mark McDonald, Stewart Stevenson, Clare Adamson, John Finnie
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That the Parliament applauds the efforts being made by cycling shops and groups in Edinburgh, across the Lothian region and further afield, to provide NHS staff and other key workers with bikes, essential supplies and servicing; understands that those involved include The Bike Station, Edinburgh Bike Co-op, Leith Cycle Co, Electric Cycle Co, Bikes For Refugees, Edinburgh Festival of Cycling, Belhaven Bikes and West Lothian Bike Library; understands that Spokes.org.uk has collated links to information about how to access the support available; recognises that this initiative is aimed at ensuring that those protecting the public from COVID-19) are able to get to work by bike as much as possible, and believes that this reflects the gratitude that communities feel for key workers.
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That the Parliament applauds the efforts being made by cycling shops and groups in Edinburgh, across the Lothian region and further afield, to provide NHS staff and other key workers with bikes, essential supplies and servicing; understands that those involved include The Bike Station, Edinburgh Bike Co-op, Leith Cycle Co, Electric Cycle Co, Bikes For Refugees, Edinburgh Festival of Cycling, Belhaven Bikes and West Lothian Bike Library; understands that Spokes.org.uk has collated links to information about how to access the support available; recognises that this initiative is aimed at ensuring that those protecting the public from COVID-19) are able to get to work by bike as much as possible, and believes that this reflects the gratitude that communities feel for key workers.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Patrick Harvie, Miles Briggs, David Torrance, Andy Wightman, Sandra White, Jeremy Balfour, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament notes that, from the start of the 2020-21 football season, Hibernian's home shirt will display a ‘Thank You NHS’ message and that fans will have the option to this applied to their replica top for a £5 fee, with profits going to charity; applauds the club’s aim to fundraise a six-figure donation for the NHS charity, the Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation; understands that Hibs' first home league game of the campaign will be a "Thank You NHS Day" with hundreds of frontline workers to be invited along as guests; notes that the club will donate 100 tickets for every home game throughout the season to NHS staff, and applauds this tribute to the incredible work of NHS workers during the COVID-19 outbreak and beyond.
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That the Parliament notes that, from the start of the 2020-21 football season, Hibernian's home shirt will display a ‘Thank You NHS’ message and that fans will have the option to this applied to their replica top for a £5 fee, with profits going to charity; applauds the club’s aim to fundraise a six-figure donation for the NHS charity, the Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation; understands that Hibs' first home league game of the campaign will be a "Thank You NHS Day" with hundreds of frontline workers to be invited along as guests; notes that the club will donate 100 tickets for every home game throughout the season to NHS staff, and applauds this tribute to the incredible work of NHS workers during the COVID-19 outbreak and beyond.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Iain Gray R, Kenneth Gibson, Rona Mackay, Edward Mountain, James Kelly, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Stuart McMillan, Sarah Boyack, Jeremy Balfour, Bruce Crawford, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Ruth Maguire
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As an amendment to motion S5M-21177 in the name of Jamie Greene (Expansion of Funded Childcare), leave out from "is concerned" to "these services" and insert “agrees that occupational gender segregation must be addressed to meet the increased staffing requirements; is concerned that the report notes that it is likely that flexibility and choice for parents will not be fully implemented by August 2020, and that any delays to the expansion will impact service delivery and families who are planning to use these services; agrees that a sustainable rate must be offered to all providers”.
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As an amendment to motion S5M-21177 in the name of Jamie Greene (Expansion of Funded Childcare), leave out from "is concerned" to "these services" and insert “agrees that occupational gender segregation must be addressed to meet the increased staffing requirements; is concerned that the report notes that it is likely that flexibility and choice for parents will not be fully implemented by August 2020, and that any delays to the expansion will impact service delivery and families who are planning to use these services; agrees that a sustainable rate must be offered to all providers”.
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As an amendment to motion S5M-20882 in the name of Monica Lennon (Standing up for NHS Staff and Patients), insert at end "; acknowledges that the Scottish Government’s 2020 Vision will not be achieved by 2020; calls on it to work with partners to develop a new health and social care strategy, supporting the system-wide reform required to increase the pace of change; agrees that staff are at the heart of the NHS and social care and that every step must be taken to ensure they can care for the people of Scotland in a respectful, safe and fulfilling environment, and calls for regular public reporting on progress against the health and social care delivery plan.”
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As an amendment to motion S5M-20882 in the name of Monica Lennon (Standing up for NHS Staff and Patients), insert at end "; acknowledges that the Scottish Government’s 2020 Vision will not be achieved by 2020; calls on it to work with partners to develop a new health and social care strategy, supporting the system-wide reform required to increase the pace of change; agrees that staff are at the heart of the NHS and social care and that every step must be taken to ensure they can care for the people of Scotland in a respectful, safe and fulfilling environment, and calls for regular public reporting on progress against the health and social care delivery plan.”
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That the Parliament recognises that analysis from the urban policy researchers and charity, Centre for Cities, identified Edinburgh as having the highest proportion of deaths attributable to pollution in the country, ahead of Glasgow, Dundee and Aberdeen; is concerned that more than one in 29 deaths are caused by air pollution in Edinburgh, with 157 deaths being linked to the pollutant PM2.5; is further concerned that 354 deaths occurred in Glasgow; recognises that air pollution is killing thousands of people in the UK each year; notes warnings from the British Heart Foundation that air pollution increases the risk of heart attacks and stroke as it damages blood vessels, and believes that urgent action must be taken to protect Scotland’s people from the deadly effects of air pollution, including through the introduction of ultra-low emission zones.
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That the Parliament recognises that analysis from the urban policy researchers and charity, Centre for Cities, identified Edinburgh as having the highest proportion of deaths attributable to pollution in the country, ahead of Glasgow, Dundee and Aberdeen; is concerned that more than one in 29 deaths are caused by air pollution in Edinburgh, with 157 deaths being linked to the pollutant PM2.5; is further concerned that 354 deaths occurred in Glasgow; recognises that air pollution is killing thousands of people in the UK each year; notes warnings from the British Heart Foundation that air pollution increases the risk of heart attacks and stroke as it damages blood vessels, and believes that urgent action must be taken to protect Scotland’s people from the deadly effects of air pollution, including through the introduction of ultra-low emission zones.
Supported by: Mark Ruskell, Patrick Harvie, Monica Lennon, Ross Greer, Pauline McNeill, John Finnie, Neil Findlay, Alex Rowley
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That the Parliament congratulates Children 1st on being awarded the Silver Level of the LGBT Charter by LGBT Youth Scotland; recognises the hard work and dedication of the charity's staff in achieving this prestigious award; understands that it was commended for producing a video celebrating Purple Friday and providing information regarding supporting an LGBT child on its website, Parentline, and welcomes the training and the review of policies, practice and resources that aim to ensure that Children 1st goes beyond meeting legislative needs and is as inclusive as it can be for children and young people, staff, parents and the community.
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That the Parliament congratulates Children 1st on being awarded the Silver Level of the LGBT Charter by LGBT Youth Scotland; recognises the hard work and dedication of the charity's staff in achieving this prestigious award; understands that it was commended for producing a video celebrating Purple Friday and providing information regarding supporting an LGBT child on its website, Parentline, and welcomes the training and the review of policies, practice and resources that aim to ensure that Children 1st goes beyond meeting legislative needs and is as inclusive as it can be for children and young people, staff, parents and the community.
Supported by: Rona Mackay, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Stuart McMillan, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Ruth Maguire, Mary Fee, Alex Cole-Hamilton, John Finnie
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2020
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That the Parliament understands that Gorgie City Farm was one of the last urban farms in Scotland and provided volunteering opportunities and support to disadvantaged young people and adults, including those with additional support needs; notes with regret that the farm went into liquidation in November 2019; recognises that the local community has been determined to ensure that the values and work of Gorgie City Farm continue, as evidenced by £100,000 being raised by a Go Fund Me page established by a former employee of the farm; welcomes the news that a new operation is likely to open on the site, and that three bidders have been shortlisted to take over, with the successful bidder due to be announced in January 2020; believes that the new operator of the site should ensure that it continues to be widely and easily accessible to the community, play an educational role in helping people learn more about agriculture and offer volunteering opportunities, and looks forward to the reopening of site to the public in Spring 2020.
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That the Parliament understands that Gorgie City Farm was one of the last urban farms in Scotland and provided volunteering opportunities and support to disadvantaged young people and adults, including those with additional support needs; notes with regret that the farm went into liquidation in November 2019; recognises that the local community has been determined to ensure that the values and work of Gorgie City Farm continue, as evidenced by £100,000 being raised by a Go Fund Me page established by a former employee of the farm; welcomes the news that a new operation is likely to open on the site, and that three bidders have been shortlisted to take over, with the successful bidder due to be announced in January 2020; believes that the new operator of the site should ensure that it continues to be widely and easily accessible to the community, play an educational role in helping people learn more about agriculture and offer volunteering opportunities, and looks forward to the reopening of site to the public in Spring 2020.
Supported by: Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Andy Wightman, Mark Ruskell, Gil Paterson, Sandra White
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2020
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