That the Parliament recognises Deafblind Awareness Week, which runs from 21 to 27 June 2020, under the theme, "Dare to Dream"; understands that this year Deafblind Awareness Week is encouraging the public to get involved through completing seven challenges in seven days, including a blindfolded bake-off and creating tactile art; acknowledges that, year-round, the organisation advocates for the rights of those in Scotland with dual sensory loss and offers a range of accredited and certificated training courses to raise deafblind awareness and understanding, from its premises in Lenzie in East Dunbartonshire; notes that the charity also offers support to the deafblind community, such as advising on welfare rights and accessing information, as well as providing services such as guides/communicators, and commends the charity for its dedication to supporting the deafblind community.
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That the Parliament recognises Deafblind Awareness Week, which runs from 21 to 27 June 2020, under the theme, "Dare to Dream"; understands that this year Deafblind Awareness Week is encouraging the public to get involved through completing seven challenges in seven days, including a blindfolded bake-off and creating tactile art; acknowledges that, year-round, the organisation advocates for the rights of those in Scotland with dual sensory loss and offers a range of accredited and certificated training courses to raise deafblind awareness and understanding, from its premises in Lenzie in East Dunbartonshire; notes that the charity also offers support to the deafblind community, such as advising on welfare rights and accessing information, as well as providing services such as guides/communicators, and commends the charity for its dedication to supporting the deafblind community.
Supported by: David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Iain Gray, Annabelle Ewing, Monica Lennon, Liam McArthur, Stuart McMillan, Joan McAlpine, Kenneth Gibson, John Mason, Bill Kidd, Jamie Greene, Stewart Stevenson, Jeremy Balfour
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That the Parliament welcomes the Thriving Scottish Learners study, which is a collaborative research project by the Mental Health Foundation on behalf of Universities Scotland; appreciates that the aim of the two-year project is to gain further understanding of the mental health and wellbeing of Scotland's learners; notes that it is being funded through the Robertson Trust and will commence in autumn 2020; supports the main objectives of the study to better understand the state of student mental health, examine the current provision and any gaps of mental health services and learn from the positive experiences of support from services and networks; welcomes the specific identification of what role adverse childhood experiences and wider inequalities play in learners' mental health and wellbeing and experience of support; believes that the recommendations from the study will be applicable across the sector, including for learners, students’ associations, institutions and the Scottish Government, and urges Members to seek further information about the project and to encourage as much student involvement as possible in it to help ensure that its recommendations are accurate and reflective of the current state of student wellbeing in Scotland.
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That the Parliament welcomes the Thriving Scottish Learners study, which is a collaborative research project by the Mental Health Foundation on behalf of Universities Scotland; appreciates that the aim of the two-year project is to gain further understanding of the mental health and wellbeing of Scotland's learners; notes that it is being funded through the Robertson Trust and will commence in autumn 2020; supports the main objectives of the study to better understand the state of student mental health, examine the current provision and any gaps of mental health services and learn from the positive experiences of support from services and networks; welcomes the specific identification of what role adverse childhood experiences and wider inequalities play in learners' mental health and wellbeing and experience of support; believes that the recommendations from the study will be applicable across the sector, including for learners, students’ associations, institutions and the Scottish Government, and urges Members to seek further information about the project and to encourage as much student involvement as possible in it to help ensure that its recommendations are accurate and reflective of the current state of student wellbeing in Scotland.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Emma Harper, Richard Lyle, Sandra White, Stewart Stevenson, Mark McDonald, David Torrance, Fulton MacGregor, Joan McAlpine, Maureen Watt, Willie Coffey, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament congratulates West Park United FC of Bishopbriggs on its 40th anniversary; acknowledges that the club did not allow COVID-19 to put a stop to celebrations and held a remote keepie-up challenge; understands that the challenge not only provided the community with a sense of connection and light-hearted fun during these times, but also raised funds for a community food bank; notes that over 180 videos were posted to its Facebook page from players, coaches, parents and young people and that the participants far exceeded the goal of 2,020 total keepie-ups, reaching 3,600, and commends the club on a fantastic celebration and fundraising initiative that lifted spirits as well as footballs, and its integral role in the community.
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That the Parliament congratulates West Park United FC of Bishopbriggs on its 40th anniversary; acknowledges that the club did not allow COVID-19 to put a stop to celebrations and held a remote keepie-up challenge; understands that the challenge not only provided the community with a sense of connection and light-hearted fun during these times, but also raised funds for a community food bank; notes that over 180 videos were posted to its Facebook page from players, coaches, parents and young people and that the participants far exceeded the goal of 2,020 total keepie-ups, reaching 3,600, and commends the club on a fantastic celebration and fundraising initiative that lifted spirits as well as footballs, and its integral role in the community.
Supported by: Emma Harper, Kenneth Gibson, David Torrance, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, Gail Ross, Sandra White, Clare Adamson, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey, Neil Bibby, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire, Gil Paterson, Joan McAlpine
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That the Parliament commends Robin Hay, a piper from Bishopbriggs, who has been playing for residents of care homes across East Dunbartonshire during the COVID-19 pandemic; notes that Robin has been entertaining residents from the grounds outside to raise the spirits of those unable to see family during this time; understands that he is an accomplished professional piper, but has been offering this service free of charge and of his own initiative to provide comfort and happiness to care home residents, and acknowledges that a spokesperson from one of the care homes relayed that the event had brightened the residents’ day considerably and were greatly appreciative of Robin’s kind act.
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That the Parliament commends Robin Hay, a piper from Bishopbriggs, who has been playing for residents of care homes across East Dunbartonshire during the COVID-19 pandemic; notes that Robin has been entertaining residents from the grounds outside to raise the spirits of those unable to see family during this time; understands that he is an accomplished professional piper, but has been offering this service free of charge and of his own initiative to provide comfort and happiness to care home residents, and acknowledges that a spokesperson from one of the care homes relayed that the event had brightened the residents’ day considerably and were greatly appreciative of Robin’s kind act.
Supported by: Jeremy Balfour, Richard Lyle, Bill Kidd, Stewart Stevenson, Sandra White, Annabelle Ewing, David Torrance, Gail Ross, Clare Adamson, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire, Gil Paterson
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That the Parliament congratulates East Dunbartonshire Initiative for Creative Therapy, which has been awarded £3,149 by Awards for All Scotland to support its roll-out of regular contact with the people it supports via text messaging, phone calls and online platforms; believes that this regular contact will aid in reducing stress and feelings of isolation during the challenging time of the COVID-19 outbreak; acknowledges that the charitable group provides therapeutic arts sessions to people with additional support needs, with the aim of improving their physical and mental wellbeing and providing opportunities for socialising and interacting with others, and commends it for the invaluable work that it does in the community and for striving to adapt to the current situation so that it can continue to support its service users.
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That the Parliament congratulates East Dunbartonshire Initiative for Creative Therapy, which has been awarded £3,149 by Awards for All Scotland to support its roll-out of regular contact with the people it supports via text messaging, phone calls and online platforms; believes that this regular contact will aid in reducing stress and feelings of isolation during the challenging time of the COVID-19 outbreak; acknowledges that the charitable group provides therapeutic arts sessions to people with additional support needs, with the aim of improving their physical and mental wellbeing and providing opportunities for socialising and interacting with others, and commends it for the invaluable work that it does in the community and for striving to adapt to the current situation so that it can continue to support its service users.
Supported by: David Torrance, Sandra White, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey, Gillian Martin, Tom Arthur, Clare Adamson, Ruth Maguire, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament congratulates Twechar Community Action, a charitable community group, which has been awarded £1,000 by the Coalfields Community Regeneration Trust; understands that the group has been highly active in delivering supplies for vulnerable residents and those who are self-isolating; acknowledges that members of the group have gone above and beyond to lift community spirits and reinforce a sense of connection during these times, by organising a socially-distanced Easter egg delivery by the Easter Bunny and offering a free soup delivery service to all residents aged over 60, and commends the group and its many volunteers for the fantastic and inventive work that they are doing to look after one another.
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That the Parliament congratulates Twechar Community Action, a charitable community group, which has been awarded £1,000 by the Coalfields Community Regeneration Trust; understands that the group has been highly active in delivering supplies for vulnerable residents and those who are self-isolating; acknowledges that members of the group have gone above and beyond to lift community spirits and reinforce a sense of connection during these times, by organising a socially-distanced Easter egg delivery by the Easter Bunny and offering a free soup delivery service to all residents aged over 60, and commends the group and its many volunteers for the fantastic and inventive work that they are doing to look after one another.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Sandra White, David Torrance, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, Willie Coffey, Gillian Martin, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament commends schools throughout Strathkelvin and Bearsden that have taken extraordinary measures to support the NHS and the most vulnerable in the community during the COVID-19 outbreak; acknowledges the efforts of Bishopbriggs Academy, Bearsden Academy, Kirkintilloch High School, St Ninian’s High School, Lenzie Academy, Boclair Academy and Turnbull High School; understands that the staff of these schools have dedicated a tremendous amount of time and effort in producing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which they are donating to local hospitals and care facilities; further understands that staff are offering to deliver vital supplies to the most vulnerable people throughout Strathkelvin and Bearsden, organising an incredible community response to the pandemic; sincerely thanks all involved for their kindness and dedication to protecting frontline workers and first responders in the pandemic, and believes that these are humbling examples of community spirit and solidarity with those who need support the most.
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That the Parliament commends schools throughout Strathkelvin and Bearsden that have taken extraordinary measures to support the NHS and the most vulnerable in the community during the COVID-19 outbreak; acknowledges the efforts of Bishopbriggs Academy, Bearsden Academy, Kirkintilloch High School, St Ninian’s High School, Lenzie Academy, Boclair Academy and Turnbull High School; understands that the staff of these schools have dedicated a tremendous amount of time and effort in producing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which they are donating to local hospitals and care facilities; further understands that staff are offering to deliver vital supplies to the most vulnerable people throughout Strathkelvin and Bearsden, organising an incredible community response to the pandemic; sincerely thanks all involved for their kindness and dedication to protecting frontline workers and first responders in the pandemic, and believes that these are humbling examples of community spirit and solidarity with those who need support the most.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Margaret Mitchell, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, David Torrance, Kenneth Gibson, Sandra White, Neil Bibby, Willie Coffey, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament recognises the vital role of charities and third sector organisations in the continued response to COVID-19; praises the TIE campaign for hosting a series of interactive programmes for those impacted by COVID-19, including mindfulness awareness sessions and organising educational resources; understands that the TIE campaign has launched a confidential survey aiming to better understand the impact of the current lockdown on young people’s wellbeing and experiences of online spaces; understands that this survey was launched as UNICEF reported the increased risk of bullying and exposure to harmful content to young people as a result spending more time online because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and encourages all members to relay the survey to all youth groups and relevant contacts within their networks to aim to further protect the wellbeing and safety of Scotland’s young people.
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That the Parliament recognises the vital role of charities and third sector organisations in the continued response to COVID-19; praises the TIE campaign for hosting a series of interactive programmes for those impacted by COVID-19, including mindfulness awareness sessions and organising educational resources; understands that the TIE campaign has launched a confidential survey aiming to better understand the impact of the current lockdown on young people’s wellbeing and experiences of online spaces; understands that this survey was launched as UNICEF reported the increased risk of bullying and exposure to harmful content to young people as a result spending more time online because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and encourages all members to relay the survey to all youth groups and relevant contacts within their networks to aim to further protect the wellbeing and safety of Scotland’s young people.
Supported by: David Torrance, Emma Harper, Mark McDonald, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, Bruce Crawford, Willie Coffey, Angela Constance, Fulton MacGregor, Gillian Martin, Clare Adamson, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament commends Bishopbriggs Academy’s Young Enterprise Team 2019/20, which was the Best Marketing Strategy and Best Overall Company runner-up at the Young Enterprise Scotland Awards 2020; understands that the entrepreneurial students devised their product, "The Little Book of Life", which features meat-free recipes and tips to improve mental health and reduce people's impact on the environment; notes that the students, in addition to creating the book, have also been responsible for conducting the business affairs, from managing investment to marketing; acknowledges the dedication of the team members, who carried out promotional events by holding stalls in shopping centres and schools, and congratulates the group on this fantastic initiative and the well-deserved recognition they received.
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That the Parliament commends Bishopbriggs Academy’s Young Enterprise Team 2019/20, which was the Best Marketing Strategy and Best Overall Company runner-up at the Young Enterprise Scotland Awards 2020; understands that the entrepreneurial students devised their product, "The Little Book of Life", which features meat-free recipes and tips to improve mental health and reduce people's impact on the environment; notes that the students, in addition to creating the book, have also been responsible for conducting the business affairs, from managing investment to marketing; acknowledges the dedication of the team members, who carried out promotional events by holding stalls in shopping centres and schools, and congratulates the group on this fantastic initiative and the well-deserved recognition they received.
Supported by: Emma Harper, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Fulton MacGregor, Willie Coffey, Gillian Martin, Ruth Maguire, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament congratulates Sue and Mark Billington, owners of deli Billington’s of Lenzie, which has been named Single Outlet Retailer of the Year 2020 at the World Gin Awards; notes that the company also won the Small Business Sunday title for its Lenzie Gin; acknowledges that the award winners were selected by the Dragon’s Den star and entrepreneur, Theo Paphitis, from over 40,000 entries; understands that the company's Lenzie Gin was recently named Gin of the Year at the Scottish Gin Awards 2019, and is specially made in small batches using the botanicals cranberry and bilberry, and is inspired by the nearby Lenzie Moss nature reserve, and commends Sue and Mark and all those involved for producing a spirit, which it considers can add global recognition and praise to its list of glowing accolades.
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That the Parliament congratulates Sue and Mark Billington, owners of deli Billington’s of Lenzie, which has been named Single Outlet Retailer of the Year 2020 at the World Gin Awards; notes that the company also won the Small Business Sunday title for its Lenzie Gin; acknowledges that the award winners were selected by the Dragon’s Den star and entrepreneur, Theo Paphitis, from over 40,000 entries; understands that the company's Lenzie Gin was recently named Gin of the Year at the Scottish Gin Awards 2019, and is specially made in small batches using the botanicals cranberry and bilberry, and is inspired by the nearby Lenzie Moss nature reserve, and commends Sue and Mark and all those involved for producing a spirit, which it considers can add global recognition and praise to its list of glowing accolades.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Willie Coffey, Stuart McMillan, Stewart Stevenson, Emma Harper, Richard Lyle, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Neil Bibby, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin
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