That the Parliament welcomes the news that Network Rail is set to start £5 million of works at Milngavie railway station to extend the platforms in an investment that will bring greater operational flexibility on the line; understands that both platforms at the station will be extended from 141 metres in length to 205 metres, and that the improvement work will also require repositioning of signalling and overhead line equipment to accommodate the new platform lengths, and supports this investment at Milngavie to improve the service on this significant route on central Scotland’s railway.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that Network Rail is set to start £5 million of works at Milngavie railway station to extend the platforms in an investment that will bring greater operational flexibility on the line; understands that both platforms at the station will be extended from 141 metres in length to 205 metres, and that the improvement work will also require repositioning of signalling and overhead line equipment to accommodate the new platform lengths, and supports this investment at Milngavie to improve the service on this significant route on central Scotland’s railway.
Supported by: Rona Mackay, Kenneth Gibson, John Mason, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Colin Beattie, John Finnie, David Torrance, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Stewart Stevenson
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That the Parliament welcomes the NHS campaign by the major trauma coordinator at the Royal Hospital for Children (RHC), Mark Lilley, to prevent head injuries to cyclists; notes that the campaign’s key message is for cyclists, especially children, to wear a helmet when cycling, following a surge of head injuries at the RHC relative in the last year due to an increased interest in cycling; understands that, in the whole of 2019, there were only 13 children admitted to the RHC with moderate trauma related to bike accidents, while during the first three months of lockdown in 2020, 18 children were being admitted for the same reason; agrees with Mark that parents should be reminded to protect their children from serious injury by wearing a bike helmet, and thanks Mark for spearheading what it considers is an essential campaign for public safety, in light of the surge in accidents.
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That the Parliament welcomes the NHS campaign by the major trauma coordinator at the Royal Hospital for Children (RHC), Mark Lilley, to prevent head injuries to cyclists; notes that the campaign’s key message is for cyclists, especially children, to wear a helmet when cycling, following a surge of head injuries at the RHC relative in the last year due to an increased interest in cycling; understands that, in the whole of 2019, there were only 13 children admitted to the RHC with moderate trauma related to bike accidents, while during the first three months of lockdown in 2020, 18 children were being admitted for the same reason; agrees with Mark that parents should be reminded to protect their children from serious injury by wearing a bike helmet, and thanks Mark for spearheading what it considers is an essential campaign for public safety, in light of the surge in accidents.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Willie Coffey, Fulton MacGregor, Sandra White, Richard Lyle, Emma Harper, Stewart Stevenson, Mark McDonald, David Torrance, John Mason
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That the Parliament recognises Biomedical Science Day on 11 June 2020: considers that, in the UK, biomedical scientists and laboratory staff play a key role in delivering high-quality pathology services that are the backbone of the NHS, including screening for, reporting on and monitoring all diseases and viruses: further understands that healthcare laboratories are involved in over 70% of diagnoses in the NHS and handle more than one billion samples every year, and thanks biomedical scientists, clinical scientists and laboratory staff for their work at the heart of healthcare.
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That the Parliament recognises Biomedical Science Day on 11 June 2020: considers that, in the UK, biomedical scientists and laboratory staff play a key role in delivering high-quality pathology services that are the backbone of the NHS, including screening for, reporting on and monitoring all diseases and viruses: further understands that healthcare laboratories are involved in over 70% of diagnoses in the NHS and handle more than one billion samples every year, and thanks biomedical scientists, clinical scientists and laboratory staff for their work at the heart of healthcare.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Annabelle Ewing, Mark McDonald, Kenneth Gibson, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Bob Doris, Gordon Lindhurst, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Maureen Watt, Alex Neil, Stewart Stevenson, David Torrance, Angela Constance, Joan McAlpine, Monica Lennon
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That the Parliament commends Auchentoshan Distillery in Clydebank for its efforts in helping to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic; notes that it has gone to great efforts to create hand sanitiser, which has been distributed to places in need across the Glasgow area; understands that deliveries have been made to care homes, hospices, food banks, schools, community hubs and more; acknowledges that a batch was received by the volunteer organising group, West Dunbartonshire CVS in Clydebank; applauds the distillery for going beyond the call of duty at a time of national crisis and acting in the interest of the public good and not that of profit; believes that these efforts will help prevent the spread of the virus and contribute toward saving lives, and thanks Auchentoshan Distillery for its role in dealing with COVID-19.
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That the Parliament commends Auchentoshan Distillery in Clydebank for its efforts in helping to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic; notes that it has gone to great efforts to create hand sanitiser, which has been distributed to places in need across the Glasgow area; understands that deliveries have been made to care homes, hospices, food banks, schools, community hubs and more; acknowledges that a batch was received by the volunteer organising group, West Dunbartonshire CVS in Clydebank; applauds the distillery for going beyond the call of duty at a time of national crisis and acting in the interest of the public good and not that of profit; believes that these efforts will help prevent the spread of the virus and contribute toward saving lives, and thanks Auchentoshan Distillery for its role in dealing with COVID-19.
Supported by: Fulton MacGregor, Richard Lyle, Sandra White, Stuart McMillan, Christine Grahame, Edward Mountain, Rona Mackay, Bill Kidd, Annabelle Ewing, Maureen Watt, Stewart Stevenson, Willie Coffey, Gillian Martin, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament commemorates the 79th anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz; understands that the Luftwaffe air raids over the 13-14 March 1941 saw the town experience the worst devastation and civilian loss of life in all Scotland, with 528 deaths and 617 people seriously injured; notes that the raid targeted the John Brown shipyard, along with several substantial factories that were being used to manufacture munitions, which resulted in over 8,500 nearby houses being completely destroyed or severely damaged; acknowledges the role that the crew of the Polish destroyer, ORP Piorun, played in helping defend the town from the docks of the shipyard; remembers and pays respect to those killed and injured in the blitz, and commends Clydebank on retaining its commemoration of, and links to the events of the Second World War, such as the recognition of the Polish navy’s contribution through the annual laying of a wreath in Solidarity Square, and on its ongoing regeneration.
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That the Parliament commemorates the 79th anniversary of the Clydebank Blitz; understands that the Luftwaffe air raids over the 13-14 March 1941 saw the town experience the worst devastation and civilian loss of life in all Scotland, with 528 deaths and 617 people seriously injured; notes that the raid targeted the John Brown shipyard, along with several substantial factories that were being used to manufacture munitions, which resulted in over 8,500 nearby houses being completely destroyed or severely damaged; acknowledges the role that the crew of the Polish destroyer, ORP Piorun, played in helping defend the town from the docks of the shipyard; remembers and pays respect to those killed and injured in the blitz, and commends Clydebank on retaining its commemoration of, and links to the events of the Second World War, such as the recognition of the Polish navy’s contribution through the annual laying of a wreath in Solidarity Square, and on its ongoing regeneration.
Supported by: Iain Gray, Emma Harper, Fulton MacGregor, Bill Kidd, Jeremy Balfour, Clare Adamson, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Finlay Carson, Stuart McMillan, Jackie Baillie, John Mason, Sandra White, Gordon Lindhurst, Stewart Stevenson, David Torrance, Neil Findlay, Alexander Stewart, Joan McAlpine, Willie Coffey, Neil Bibby, Gillian Martin, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates William and Elizabeth McKellar from Clydebank on their 60th wedding anniversary; understands that William and Elizabeth, who met in 1958, went on to represent Scotland in ballroom dancing competitions all over the UK, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, Blackpool Tower and Winter Garden ballrooms, winning several trophies along the way; acknowledges their contribution to local businesses and the community over many years, and wishes William and Elizabeth all the best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates William and Elizabeth McKellar from Clydebank on their 60th wedding anniversary; understands that William and Elizabeth, who met in 1958, went on to represent Scotland in ballroom dancing competitions all over the UK, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, Blackpool Tower and Winter Garden ballrooms, winning several trophies along the way; acknowledges their contribution to local businesses and the community over many years, and wishes William and Elizabeth all the best for the future.
Supported by: Alexander Burnett, Stewart Stevenson, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Jackie Baillie, Edward Mountain, Bill Kidd, Jeremy Balfour, Fulton MacGregor, Kenneth Gibson, Sandra White, Willie Coffey, Gillian Martin, Ruth Maguire, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament recognises the hard work being done by the Milngavie Youth Centre (MYC); welcomes the open day that the centre is hosting on 7 March 2020 between 11.30am and 3pm, which provides the opportunity to showcase the range of facilities available at this venue; notes the efforts of the MYC to help other organisations that are looking for a venue to hold their meetings; welcomes the news that the venue is gaining a reputation as a popular venue for children’s birthday parties, as well as other events, and hopes that the centre will continue to benefit many different groups and the wider local community.
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That the Parliament recognises the hard work being done by the Milngavie Youth Centre (MYC); welcomes the open day that the centre is hosting on 7 March 2020 between 11.30am and 3pm, which provides the opportunity to showcase the range of facilities available at this venue; notes the efforts of the MYC to help other organisations that are looking for a venue to hold their meetings; welcomes the news that the venue is gaining a reputation as a popular venue for children’s birthday parties, as well as other events, and hopes that the centre will continue to benefit many different groups and the wider local community.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Sandra White, David Torrance, Fulton MacGregor, Ross Greer, Stuart McMillan, Emma Harper, Kenneth Gibson, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, Neil Bibby, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates the Milngavie Western Wildcats on securing sixth place in the EuroHockey Indoor Club Challenge 1 in Bulgaria; notes that the Milngavie team won against the home-side Slavia 9-0, which enabled it to avoid relegation for future Scottish representatives in the competition; understands that this means that Scotland's 2021 representatives will also compete in the Challenge 1 division, and praises the efforts of all the team members on their success.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Milngavie Western Wildcats on securing sixth place in the EuroHockey Indoor Club Challenge 1 in Bulgaria; notes that the Milngavie team won against the home-side Slavia 9-0, which enabled it to avoid relegation for future Scottish representatives in the competition; understands that this means that Scotland's 2021 representatives will also compete in the Challenge 1 division, and praises the efforts of all the team members on their success.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Fulton MacGregor, Richard Lyle, Alexander Burnett, Stewart Stevenson, Bill Kidd, Willie Coffey, Clare Adamson, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin
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That the Parliament congratulates Alex White, who is a former pupil at St Peter the Apostle High School in Clydebank, and his band, SPYRES, on being chosen to perform at the 2020 TRNSMT festival in Glasgow; understands that Alex, who plays the drums, and his bandmates, Jude Curran, Emily Downie and Keira McGuire, are aged between 16 and 18 and that they have just completed their first tour and released a new single, Fake ID; notes that will share the limelight at the festival with many music heavyweights, including Liam Gallagher; commends Alex, Jude, Emily and Keira on their hard work and dedication, and wishes them continued success.
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That the Parliament congratulates Alex White, who is a former pupil at St Peter the Apostle High School in Clydebank, and his band, SPYRES, on being chosen to perform at the 2020 TRNSMT festival in Glasgow; understands that Alex, who plays the drums, and his bandmates, Jude Curran, Emily Downie and Keira McGuire, are aged between 16 and 18 and that they have just completed their first tour and released a new single, Fake ID; notes that will share the limelight at the festival with many music heavyweights, including Liam Gallagher; commends Alex, Jude, Emily and Keira on their hard work and dedication, and wishes them continued success.
Supported by: Alex Rowley, Sandra White, Stewart Stevenson, Colin Beattie, Bob Doris, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Fulton MacGregor, Richard Lyle, Gillian Martin, Willie Coffey, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament applauds the inspirational efforts of the Milngavie vet, Jo Neilson; understands that Jo is midway through a mammoth 183-mile run, equivalent to almost seven full marathons, to raise funds for the Scottish SPCA; notes that Jo, who is a senior vet with the charity, has taken on the challenge over 60 days to raise funds for the animal charity to coincide with its 180th anniversary; further notes that Jo has dedicated 10 years of her career to animal welfare in the charity sector and decided to take on the challenge as part of the anniversary celebrations and for all of her colleagues across the service who go above and beyond in their dedication to their roles, and wishes Jo well for completing the challenge.
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That the Parliament applauds the inspirational efforts of the Milngavie vet, Jo Neilson; understands that Jo is midway through a mammoth 183-mile run, equivalent to almost seven full marathons, to raise funds for the Scottish SPCA; notes that Jo, who is a senior vet with the charity, has taken on the challenge over 60 days to raise funds for the animal charity to coincide with its 180th anniversary; further notes that Jo has dedicated 10 years of her career to animal welfare in the charity sector and decided to take on the challenge as part of the anniversary celebrations and for all of her colleagues across the service who go above and beyond in their dedication to their roles, and wishes Jo well for completing the challenge.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Fulton MacGregor, Rona Mackay, Stuart McMillan, Stewart Stevenson, Emma Harper, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Bill Kidd, Sandra White, Alison Johnstone, Clare Adamson, Gillian Martin, Willie Coffey, Tom Arthur, Ruth Maguire
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