That the Parliament congratulates The Lochside Press on being awarded a £3,000 grant from the Public Interest News Foundation’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund; understands that almost 90 independent news groups applied to the fund, which seeks to award and develop independent news publishers that consistently provide a high standard of journalism; recognises that The Lochside Press, as a community-driven website, covers news and events from around the Clyde sea lochs in the West Scotland region and works to promote local achievements and services; appreciates, in particular, the dedication of The Lochside Press to provide vital in-depth reporting during the COVID-19 pandemic by, for example, highlighting the latest guidance and public services available to local residents, and wishes The Lochside Press team well as they continue to publish trusted local news in the midst of the these challenging times.
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That the Parliament congratulates The Lochside Press on being awarded a £3,000 grant from the Public Interest News Foundation’s COVID-19 Emergency Fund; understands that almost 90 independent news groups applied to the fund, which seeks to award and develop independent news publishers that consistently provide a high standard of journalism; recognises that The Lochside Press, as a community-driven website, covers news and events from around the Clyde sea lochs in the West Scotland region and works to promote local achievements and services; appreciates, in particular, the dedication of The Lochside Press to provide vital in-depth reporting during the COVID-19 pandemic by, for example, highlighting the latest guidance and public services available to local residents, and wishes The Lochside Press team well as they continue to publish trusted local news in the midst of the these challenging times.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Alexander Stewart, David Torrance, Jeremy Balfour, Margaret Mitchell, Bill Kidd, Gil Paterson, Jackie Baillie, Peter Chapman, Liam Kerr, Michelle Ballantyne, Annie Wells
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That the Parliament recognises the importance of Scotland’s war memorials in honouring the sacrifices made by servicemen and women; notes that these memorials, such as the Cross Monument located in Shandon, on the west coast, stand as confronting reminders of the human cost of war, past and present; agrees that their continued conservation and protection, which is often undertaken by community associations, is paramount in promoting both local and national remembrance; condemns therefore any attempt to desecrate or vandalise any of Scotland’s war memorials, such as the recent vandalism of the Boer War memorial in Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Park by demonstrators; understands that, in England, there is cross-party interest in bringing forward legislation against such desecration, and welcomes discussion on how war memorials and monuments across Scotland can be further protected to allow current and future generations to remember the impact of war and the people who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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That the Parliament recognises the importance of Scotland’s war memorials in honouring the sacrifices made by servicemen and women; notes that these memorials, such as the Cross Monument located in Shandon, on the west coast, stand as confronting reminders of the human cost of war, past and present; agrees that their continued conservation and protection, which is often undertaken by community associations, is paramount in promoting both local and national remembrance; condemns therefore any attempt to desecrate or vandalise any of Scotland’s war memorials, such as the recent vandalism of the Boer War memorial in Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Park by demonstrators; understands that, in England, there is cross-party interest in bringing forward legislation against such desecration, and welcomes discussion on how war memorials and monuments across Scotland can be further protected to allow current and future generations to remember the impact of war and the people who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Alexander Stewart, Gordon Lindhurst, Richard Lyle, Murdo Fraser, Bill Kidd, Kenneth Gibson, Edward Mountain, Donald Cameron, Margaret Mitchell, Clare Adamson, Jeremy Balfour, Alison Harris, David Torrance, Peter Chapman, Finlay Carson, Liam Kerr, Michelle Ballantyne, Annie Wells, Bill Bowman
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That the Parliament recognises that 26 May to 4 June 2020 marks the 80th anniversary of the Dunkirk evacuation, which was known as Operation Dynamo and saw the evacuation of 338,000 Allied soldiers from the beaches on the northern France as a result of advancing German forces; notes that, alongside the transport ships and destroyers, 700 "little ships", which were commanded both by naval officers and civilians, took part; acknowledges that these craft were vital to the rescue and ferrying of soldiers from the shallow shores; appreciates that Scotland’s invaluable contribution of smaller vessels included the Skylark IX, which saved 600 lives; notes that the craft is believed to be Scotland’s only surviving Dunkirk ship and is in the process of restoration at the Scottish Maritime Museum, and pays tribute to everyone, military and civilian, who played a vital role in the evacuation and the remaining years of the Second World War.
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That the Parliament recognises that 26 May to 4 June 2020 marks the 80th anniversary of the Dunkirk evacuation, which was known as Operation Dynamo and saw the evacuation of 338,000 Allied soldiers from the beaches on the northern France as a result of advancing German forces; notes that, alongside the transport ships and destroyers, 700 "little ships", which were commanded both by naval officers and civilians, took part; acknowledges that these craft were vital to the rescue and ferrying of soldiers from the shallow shores; appreciates that Scotland’s invaluable contribution of smaller vessels included the Skylark IX, which saved 600 lives; notes that the craft is believed to be Scotland’s only surviving Dunkirk ship and is in the process of restoration at the Scottish Maritime Museum, and pays tribute to everyone, military and civilian, who played a vital role in the evacuation and the remaining years of the Second World War.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Alexander Stewart, Donald Cameron, Richard Lyle, John Mason, Liam McArthur, Stuart McMillan, Edward Mountain, Murdo Fraser, Gordon Lindhurst, Andy Wightman, Mark McDonald, Miles Briggs, Pauline McNeill, Margaret Mitchell, John Scott, David Torrance, Jackie Baillie, Fulton MacGregor, Jeremy Balfour, Neil Bibby, Peter Chapman, Tom Arthur, Annie Wells, Jamie Greene, Maureen Watt, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates Captain Tom Moore, a British war veteran, on being awarded a knighthood for his fundraising efforts; understands that Captain Moore has raised over £32 million for NHS charities by walking 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday in April 2020; notes that he received the special nomination directly from the Prime Minister, and appreciates that, through his fundraising, Captain Moore has placed a spotlight not only on NHS key workers, but the wider experience of veterans living in lockdown across the UK and in Scotland, highlighting what it considers to be the need to appreciate their enduring examples of dedication and service to others.
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That the Parliament congratulates Captain Tom Moore, a British war veteran, on being awarded a knighthood for his fundraising efforts; understands that Captain Moore has raised over £32 million for NHS charities by walking 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday in April 2020; notes that he received the special nomination directly from the Prime Minister, and appreciates that, through his fundraising, Captain Moore has placed a spotlight not only on NHS key workers, but the wider experience of veterans living in lockdown across the UK and in Scotland, highlighting what it considers to be the need to appreciate their enduring examples of dedication and service to others.
Supported by: Rachael Hamilton, Gordon Lindhurst, Alexander Stewart, Edward Mountain, Alison Harris, Brian Whittle, Murdo Fraser, Finlay Carson, Miles Briggs, Monica Lennon, Margaret Mitchell, Richard Lyle, Jeremy Balfour, Liam Kerr, Tom Mason, Jackson Carlaw, John Scott, Neil Bibby, Peter Chapman, Donald Cameron
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That the Parliament congratulates Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club (RNCYC) members, Luke Patience and Charlotte Dobson, who are from Rhu, and Anna Burnet from Lomond, on being selected for the British Sailing Team at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics; acknowledges their years of dedicated work to achieve their level of skill and expertise; believes that they will work diligently to prepare for their respective events, and wishes Luke, Charlotte and Anna, great success at the Olympics.
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That the Parliament congratulates Royal Northern and Clyde Yacht Club (RNCYC) members, Luke Patience and Charlotte Dobson, who are from Rhu, and Anna Burnet from Lomond, on being selected for the British Sailing Team at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics; acknowledges their years of dedicated work to achieve their level of skill and expertise; believes that they will work diligently to prepare for their respective events, and wishes Luke, Charlotte and Anna, great success at the Olympics.
Supported by: Brian Whittle, Finlay Carson, Bill Kidd, Stewart Stevenson, Gordon Lindhurst, Jackson Carlaw, Miles Briggs, Annie Wells, Gil Paterson, Margaret Mitchell, Jeremy Balfour, Michelle Ballantyne, Clare Adamson, Alexander Burnett, Maurice Golden, Ruth Maguire
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That the Parliament congratulates Patricia Goodfellow of Dalmuir on her 43 years of dedicated service to nursery and primary schools across Clydebank; notes that she began her teaching career at the early age of 16, and has since worked at Cochno Children’s Home, St Eunan’s Primary and Jamestown Early Education Centre, spending the last eight years at Whitecrook Nursery; recognises the passionate and nurturing service that Patricia has given to the many children she calls “the adults of tomorrow”; acknowledges that she is returning to college to become a children’s book author and will continue to enrich the lives of young people through her writing, and wishes Patricia every success in her future endeavours.
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That the Parliament congratulates Patricia Goodfellow of Dalmuir on her 43 years of dedicated service to nursery and primary schools across Clydebank; notes that she began her teaching career at the early age of 16, and has since worked at Cochno Children’s Home, St Eunan’s Primary and Jamestown Early Education Centre, spending the last eight years at Whitecrook Nursery; recognises the passionate and nurturing service that Patricia has given to the many children she calls “the adults of tomorrow”; acknowledges that she is returning to college to become a children’s book author and will continue to enrich the lives of young people through her writing, and wishes Patricia every success in her future endeavours.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Finlay Carson, Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Stuart McMillan, Alexander Stewart, Margaret Mitchell, Jamie Greene, Bill Kidd, Annie Wells, Michelle Ballantyne, Peter Chapman, Gil Paterson, Ruth Maguire, Neil Bibby, Maurice Golden
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That the Parliament congratulates the crew of HMS Oardacious on its completion of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge; recognises that the team raised over £100,000 for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity; notes that the group, which launched its boat from HMNB Clyde, Faslane, rowed from the Canary Islands to Antigua in 36 days, six hours and 40 minutes; understands that the crew lost around 20% of their body weight as they fought dehydration, extreme heat and fatigue to complete the challenge; thanks the four submariners for their contributions to keeping the waters safe, and wishes them success in their future endeavours.
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That the Parliament congratulates the crew of HMS Oardacious on its completion of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge; recognises that the team raised over £100,000 for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity; notes that the group, which launched its boat from HMNB Clyde, Faslane, rowed from the Canary Islands to Antigua in 36 days, six hours and 40 minutes; understands that the crew lost around 20% of their body weight as they fought dehydration, extreme heat and fatigue to complete the challenge; thanks the four submariners for their contributions to keeping the waters safe, and wishes them success in their future endeavours.
Supported by: Margaret Mitchell, Alexander Burnett, Finlay Carson, Miles Briggs, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Jeremy Balfour, Alexander Stewart, Brian Whittle, Murdo Fraser, Kenneth Gibson, Richard Lyle, Edward Mountain, Bill Kidd, Beatrice Wishart, Annie Wells, Peter Chapman, Jackson Carlaw, Michelle Ballantyne, Gil Paterson, Donald Cameron, Liam Kerr, Jackie Baillie, Ruth Maguire, Bill Bowman
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That the Parliament congratulates Margaret MacInnes, who is from Helensburgh, on receiving the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year’s Honours list; recognises Margaret's dedication to the progression of Highland dance; acknowledges that she strives to provide all of her students with an inclusive and equal approach, regardless of their financial situation; appreciates the support that Margaret and her students give to care homes, child and adult hospices and charities, including Macmillan and the Joan MacGregor Matrimonial Fund, and wishes Margaret continued success in her work.
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That the Parliament congratulates Margaret MacInnes, who is from Helensburgh, on receiving the British Empire Medal (BEM) in the New Year’s Honours list; recognises Margaret's dedication to the progression of Highland dance; acknowledges that she strives to provide all of her students with an inclusive and equal approach, regardless of their financial situation; appreciates the support that Margaret and her students give to care homes, child and adult hospices and charities, including Macmillan and the Joan MacGregor Matrimonial Fund, and wishes Margaret continued success in her work.
Supported by: Alexander Stewart, Miles Briggs, Finlay Carson, Peter Chapman, Margaret Mitchell, Annie Wells, Bill Kidd, Brian Whittle, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Jackson Carlaw, Richard Lyle, Edward Mountain, Jackie Baillie, Gil Paterson, Michelle Ballantyne, Jamie Greene, Ruth Maguire, Tom Arthur, Alexander Burnett, Liam Kerr
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2020
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That the Parliament commends Roddy Garden, member of the Helensburgh Clan Colquhoun Pipe Band, for raising more than £7,000 for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) and Robin House, by pedalling across Loch Long while playing his bagpipes; recognises that Roddy pedalled and played simultaneously for an hour and 40 minutes to complete the two-mile challenge; acknowledges the further support that CHAS will be able to provide to families with children approaching the end of life through Roddy’s efforts; understands that Roddy has plans for another fundraising stunt on behalf of CHAS next summer, and wishes him every success with his future fundraising endeavours.
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That the Parliament commends Roddy Garden, member of the Helensburgh Clan Colquhoun Pipe Band, for raising more than £7,000 for Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) and Robin House, by pedalling across Loch Long while playing his bagpipes; recognises that Roddy pedalled and played simultaneously for an hour and 40 minutes to complete the two-mile challenge; acknowledges the further support that CHAS will be able to provide to families with children approaching the end of life through Roddy’s efforts; understands that Roddy has plans for another fundraising stunt on behalf of CHAS next summer, and wishes him every success with his future fundraising endeavours.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Bill Kidd, Alexander Stewart, Edward Mountain, Margaret Mitchell, Gordon Lindhurst, Jeremy Balfour, Michelle Ballantyne, Finlay Carson, Alex Rowley, Tom Arthur, Liam Kerr, Alexander Burnett, Ruth Maguire, Clare Adamson
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2020
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That the Parliament congratulates Arrochar’s Ashfield House on receiving the award for Most Hospitable B&B/Guest House in the West Scotland Region of the Scottish Thistle Awards for its exceptional and personalised services offered to every guest; applauds the conscientious effort made by the Ashfield House Team to ensure that all of their guests have a unique and memorable experience, and wishes them continued success.
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That the Parliament congratulates Arrochar’s Ashfield House on receiving the award for Most Hospitable B&B/Guest House in the West Scotland Region of the Scottish Thistle Awards for its exceptional and personalised services offered to every guest; applauds the conscientious effort made by the Ashfield House Team to ensure that all of their guests have a unique and memorable experience, and wishes them continued success.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Edward Mountain, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Annie Wells, Peter Chapman, Jeremy Balfour, Jamie Greene, Maureen Watt, Gil Paterson, Jackie Baillie, Michelle Ballantyne, Finlay Carson, Liam Kerr, Ruth Maguire
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2020
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