That the Parliament notes that, after much campaigning, ScotRail customers in Clackmannanshire will have access to an increased number of services from 3 August 2020, with an additional 16 trains between Alloa and Glasgow, bringing the timetable to a half-hourly service for most of the day ahead of an all-day half-hourly service being introduced in 2021, and increased peak-hour services between Stirling and Glasgow, and welcomes the introduction of these new services.
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That the Parliament notes that, after much campaigning, ScotRail customers in Clackmannanshire will have access to an increased number of services from 3 August 2020, with an additional 16 trains between Alloa and Glasgow, bringing the timetable to a half-hourly service for most of the day ahead of an all-day half-hourly service being introduced in 2021, and increased peak-hour services between Stirling and Glasgow, and welcomes the introduction of these new services.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Alison Harris, Margaret Mitchell, Jackson Carlaw, Peter Chapman, Annie Wells, Donald Cameron, Murdo Fraser
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That the Parliament acknowledges that August is National Road Victim Month 2020; notes that this is organised annually by RoadPeace, which is the national charity for road crash victims in the UK; recognises that it aims to remember people who have been killed or injured on the country's road sand that August was designated as the awareness month as Princess Diana was killed on 31 August 1997; recognises that RoadPeace provides people affected by road crashes with emotional and practical support and advocacy and organises awareness events, fundraising activities and a helpline that provides practical support; acknowledges the excellent local work carried out by organisations such as Safe Drive, Stay Alive, which operates many road safety activities, including interactive stage events that are aimed at raising awareness of car and driving safety among young people, and sends its best wishes to everyone involved with National Road Victim Month.
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That the Parliament acknowledges that August is National Road Victim Month 2020; notes that this is organised annually by RoadPeace, which is the national charity for road crash victims in the UK; recognises that it aims to remember people who have been killed or injured on the country's road sand that August was designated as the awareness month as Princess Diana was killed on 31 August 1997; recognises that RoadPeace provides people affected by road crashes with emotional and practical support and advocacy and organises awareness events, fundraising activities and a helpline that provides practical support; acknowledges the excellent local work carried out by organisations such as Safe Drive, Stay Alive, which operates many road safety activities, including interactive stage events that are aimed at raising awareness of car and driving safety among young people, and sends its best wishes to everyone involved with National Road Victim Month.
Supported by: Jamie Greene, Maurice Corry, Peter Chapman, Margaret Mitchell, Miles Briggs, Mark McDonald, Murdo Fraser, Donald Cameron, Kenneth Gibson, John Mason, Jeremy Balfour, Jackson Carlaw, Brian Whittle, Annie Wells
Current Status: Eligible for Members’ Business, Pending Cross Party Support
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That the Parliament acknowledges 24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day on 24 July 2020; notes that this year’s event is named “The Big Listen” and that it aims to highlight that, every six seconds, the charity answers a call for help and that it is there to provide help 24/7 for anyone who is struggling to cope and needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure; considers that Samaritans is not only for the moment of crisis but preventing it arising in the first place, helping to give people ways to cope and the skills to be there for others, as well as encouraging, promoting and celebrating those moments of connection between people, which can save lives; understands that it offers support not only to people in communities in times of need but also those in prisons, schools, hospitals and on the rail network; believes that now, more than ever, Samaritans needs people’s help in the form of donations and that, to mark 24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day, many people across Scotland and the UK are holding their own fundraising events; encourages everyone to get involved, and commends the charity for its tireless work to reach out to more people and to make suicide prevention a priority.
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That the Parliament acknowledges 24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day on 24 July 2020; notes that this year’s event is named “The Big Listen” and that it aims to highlight that, every six seconds, the charity answers a call for help and that it is there to provide help 24/7 for anyone who is struggling to cope and needs someone to listen without judgement or pressure; considers that Samaritans is not only for the moment of crisis but preventing it arising in the first place, helping to give people ways to cope and the skills to be there for others, as well as encouraging, promoting and celebrating those moments of connection between people, which can save lives; understands that it offers support not only to people in communities in times of need but also those in prisons, schools, hospitals and on the rail network; believes that now, more than ever, Samaritans needs people’s help in the form of donations and that, to mark 24/7 Samaritans Awareness Day, many people across Scotland and the UK are holding their own fundraising events; encourages everyone to get involved, and commends the charity for its tireless work to reach out to more people and to make suicide prevention a priority.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Kenneth Gibson, Miles Briggs, Peter Chapman, Jeremy Balfour, David Torrance, Murdo Fraser, Gordon Lindhurst, John Mason, Gillian Martin, Maureen Watt, Fulton MacGregor, Alex Cole-Hamilton
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That the Parliament congratulates Dunblane Cricket Club on raising of £5,475 through its Pitch in for a Pitch crowdfunding initiative; understands that, as a result, Scotland’s youngest cricket club can now look at setting up firm foundations and installing an artificial pitch in the not too distant future; considers that this success will hopefully encourage the area’s grassroots cricketers to get back into the nets in the coming days, having missed such a large amount of the summer due to the lockdown, and commends Dunblane Cricket Club for its aims to give playing opportunities to boys and girls of all abilities who are under 17 and to foster the growth and development of the sport in the town, while providing an opportunity for all players to reach their potential.
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That the Parliament congratulates Dunblane Cricket Club on raising of £5,475 through its Pitch in for a Pitch crowdfunding initiative; understands that, as a result, Scotland’s youngest cricket club can now look at setting up firm foundations and installing an artificial pitch in the not too distant future; considers that this success will hopefully encourage the area’s grassroots cricketers to get back into the nets in the coming days, having missed such a large amount of the summer due to the lockdown, and commends Dunblane Cricket Club for its aims to give playing opportunities to boys and girls of all abilities who are under 17 and to foster the growth and development of the sport in the town, while providing an opportunity for all players to reach their potential.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Margaret Mitchell, Murdo Fraser, Liz Smith, Alison Harris, Jeremy Balfour, Gordon Lindhurst, Bill Kidd, Bruce Crawford, Liam Kerr, Michelle Ballantyne, Peter Chapman
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That the Parliament supports Armed Forces' Day 2020, which will be marked on 27 June and will allow people, communities and organisations across the UK to show their support for the men and women who serve in the military along with reservists, veterans and cadets, and those who support them, including their families and forces' charities; acknowledges that the celebrations began on 22 June when the Armed Forces' Day flag was raised on buildings and famous landmarks around the country, and that Reserves' Day followed on 24 June; believes that the celebrations provide a much-valued morale boost for the troops and their families and are an excellent opportunity to highlight the invaluable work of those who support them, much of which is often unreported; notes that there are many ways to show support and get involved; encourages people to visit the websites of each of the services to find out more about what the Armed Forces do at home and around the world, and commends the UK's Armed Forces for defending the nation and its interests, and promoting peace, delivering aid and providing domestic and international security.
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That the Parliament supports Armed Forces' Day 2020, which will be marked on 27 June and will allow people, communities and organisations across the UK to show their support for the men and women who serve in the military along with reservists, veterans and cadets, and those who support them, including their families and forces' charities; acknowledges that the celebrations began on 22 June when the Armed Forces' Day flag was raised on buildings and famous landmarks around the country, and that Reserves' Day followed on 24 June; believes that the celebrations provide a much-valued morale boost for the troops and their families and are an excellent opportunity to highlight the invaluable work of those who support them, much of which is often unreported; notes that there are many ways to show support and get involved; encourages people to visit the websites of each of the services to find out more about what the Armed Forces do at home and around the world, and commends the UK's Armed Forces for defending the nation and its interests, and promoting peace, delivering aid and providing domestic and international security.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Gordon Lindhurst, Monica Lennon, Richard Lyle, Brian Whittle, Jackson Carlaw, Kenneth Gibson, Liz Smith, Liam McArthur, Bill Kidd, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Jackie Baillie, Murdo Fraser, David Stewart, Margaret Mitchell, Jeremy Balfour, John Scott, Liam Kerr, Rachael Hamilton, Tom Arthur, Colin Smyth, Michelle Ballantyne R, Peter Chapman
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That the Parliament recognises that Reserves Day' 2020 will be celebrated across the UK on 24 June; acknowledges that Reserves from across the Armed Forces give up their spare time to serve, balancing their civilian life with a highly-trained military career so that they can serve the country when required; understands that they make up approximately one-sixth of the nation's military personnel and are integral to protecting security at home and overseas, particularly by providing capability in specialist areas, such as medical and cyber, air and space operations and intelligence; recognises that Reserves have recently been deployed to support public services as part of the COVID Support Force alongside regular personnel and have been mobilised across Scotland and the rest of the UK to carry a number of duties, including assisting with the building and setting-up of emergency hospitals, such as the NHS Louisa Jordan in Glasgow, delivering medical supplies and PPE, driving oxygen tankers and delivering and collecting testing kits; acknowledges that the contribution Reserves make often goes unrecognised and that the awareness day was established to highlight and recognise their valuable contribution, dedication, professionalism and commitment; notes that the Armed Services ask employers to thank Reserves on the day by asking them wear their uniforms in their civilian workplace; recognises the value that Reserves bring to communities and workplaces, and commends their service to the country.
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That the Parliament recognises that Reserves Day' 2020 will be celebrated across the UK on 24 June; acknowledges that Reserves from across the Armed Forces give up their spare time to serve, balancing their civilian life with a highly-trained military career so that they can serve the country when required; understands that they make up approximately one-sixth of the nation's military personnel and are integral to protecting security at home and overseas, particularly by providing capability in specialist areas, such as medical and cyber, air and space operations and intelligence; recognises that Reserves have recently been deployed to support public services as part of the COVID Support Force alongside regular personnel and have been mobilised across Scotland and the rest of the UK to carry a number of duties, including assisting with the building and setting-up of emergency hospitals, such as the NHS Louisa Jordan in Glasgow, delivering medical supplies and PPE, driving oxygen tankers and delivering and collecting testing kits; acknowledges that the contribution Reserves make often goes unrecognised and that the awareness day was established to highlight and recognise their valuable contribution, dedication, professionalism and commitment; notes that the Armed Services ask employers to thank Reserves on the day by asking them wear their uniforms in their civilian workplace; recognises the value that Reserves bring to communities and workplaces, and commends their service to the country.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Kenneth Gibson, Richard Lyle, Gordon Lindhurst, Brian Whittle, Liam McArthur, Stuart McMillan, Murdo Fraser, Margaret Mitchell, Bill Kidd, Jamie Greene, Donald Cameron, Neil Bibby, Clare Adamson, Liam Kerr, Jeremy Balfour, Jackson Carlaw, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Rachael Hamilton, Michelle Ballantyne R, Annie Wells, Peter Chapman
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That the Parliament welcomes Love Your Lungs Week, which takes place between 22 and 28 June 2020; notes that Love Your Lungs Week is an initiative started by the British Lung Foundation (BLF) to raise awareness of lung health; acknowledges that BLF funds research into lung conditions and aims to improve care for patients with, and prevent, treat and cure, lung diseases; notes that Love Your Lungs Week also aims to raise funds for vital research and to support the campaigning work that BLF undertakes; notes that, in addition to the annual Love Your Lungs Week, BLF organises a number of other campaigns and events, and commends the work of the Foundation and its Breathe Easy support groups across the regions, including in Clackmannanshire and Fife.
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That the Parliament welcomes Love Your Lungs Week, which takes place between 22 and 28 June 2020; notes that Love Your Lungs Week is an initiative started by the British Lung Foundation (BLF) to raise awareness of lung health; acknowledges that BLF funds research into lung conditions and aims to improve care for patients with, and prevent, treat and cure, lung diseases; notes that Love Your Lungs Week also aims to raise funds for vital research and to support the campaigning work that BLF undertakes; notes that, in addition to the annual Love Your Lungs Week, BLF organises a number of other campaigns and events, and commends the work of the Foundation and its Breathe Easy support groups across the regions, including in Clackmannanshire and Fife.
Supported by: Kenneth Gibson, Brian Whittle, Murdo Fraser, Monica Lennon, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, David Torrance, Jeremy Balfour, Miles Briggs, Stuart McMillan, Alison Harris, Mark McDonald, Margaret Mitchell, John Scott, Gil Paterson, Donald Cameron, John Mason, Jackie Baillie, Beatrice Wishart, Johann Lamont, Fulton MacGregor, Peter Chapman, Finlay Carson, John Finnie, Liam Kerr, Clare Adamson, James Kelly, Emma Harper, Lewis Macdonald, Tom Arthur, Colin Smyth, Michelle Ballantyne, Alex Cole-Hamilton, Annie Wells
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that, in the wake of the success of Volunteering Week from 1 to 7 June 2020, the charity, Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland, is looking for additional volunteers to sign up to Scotland’s fight against COVID-19; notes that this will include individuals becoming a Kindness Caller, who will provide regular "kindness" calls and a check-in service for people who are worried, scared or lonely because of self-isolation, a Community Kindness Supporter, who will help with deliveries of shopping and essentials to people in need and dog walking, a Kindness Driver, whose duties will be undertaken in line with government guidelines, and a Digital Kindness Supporter, who will share health messages far and wide; commends the work of Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland, as well as its volunteers, during this time, given that COVID-19 is primarily a respiratory disease, and wishes everyone involved all the very best in their future endeavours.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news that, in the wake of the success of Volunteering Week from 1 to 7 June 2020, the charity, Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland, is looking for additional volunteers to sign up to Scotland’s fight against COVID-19; notes that this will include individuals becoming a Kindness Caller, who will provide regular "kindness" calls and a check-in service for people who are worried, scared or lonely because of self-isolation, a Community Kindness Supporter, who will help with deliveries of shopping and essentials to people in need and dog walking, a Kindness Driver, whose duties will be undertaken in line with government guidelines, and a Digital Kindness Supporter, who will share health messages far and wide; commends the work of Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland, as well as its volunteers, during this time, given that COVID-19 is primarily a respiratory disease, and wishes everyone involved all the very best in their future endeavours.
Supported by: Alison Harris, Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Gordon Lindhurst, Murdo Fraser, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Edward Mountain, Margaret Mitchell, Clare Adamson, Jeremy Balfour, Gil Paterson, Peter Chapman, Finlay Carson, Liam Kerr, Colin Smyth, Michelle Ballantyne, Annie Wells
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That the Parliament welcomes Cervical Screening Awareness Week, which is an annual event that this years runs from 15 to 21 June 2020; notes that the week aims to highlight the importance of regular cervical screening for women’s health; acknowledges that cervical cancer is the most common form of cancer in women under 35, with two women in the UK dying from the disease each day; understands that regular cervical screening appointments can prevent up to 75% of instances of cervical cancer, saving 5,000 lives per year; believes that, despite this, many women are reluctant to have this test done, with a quarter of women not responding to their screening invitation, and acknowledges that Cervical Screening Awareness Week is organised by the charity, Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, which is a charity dedicated to women affected by cervical cancer or abnormalities.
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That the Parliament welcomes Cervical Screening Awareness Week, which is an annual event that this years runs from 15 to 21 June 2020; notes that the week aims to highlight the importance of regular cervical screening for women’s health; acknowledges that cervical cancer is the most common form of cancer in women under 35, with two women in the UK dying from the disease each day; understands that regular cervical screening appointments can prevent up to 75% of instances of cervical cancer, saving 5,000 lives per year; believes that, despite this, many women are reluctant to have this test done, with a quarter of women not responding to their screening invitation, and acknowledges that Cervical Screening Awareness Week is organised by the charity, Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, which is a charity dedicated to women affected by cervical cancer or abnormalities.
Supported by: Miles Briggs, Brian Whittle, Kenneth Gibson, Elaine Smith, Murdo Fraser, David Torrance, James Kelly, Monica Lennon, John Mason, Margaret Mitchell, Jeremy Balfour, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Clare Adamson, Maureen Watt, Liam Kerr, Annie Wells, Mark McDonald, Neil Findlay, Alex Rowley, Gil Paterson, Finlay Carson, Peter Chapman, Colin Smyth, Michelle Ballantyne
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That the Parliament welcomes the imminent arrival of the forthcoming annual National School Sport Week campaign, which will take place from 20 to 26 June 2020 to highlight the important role of physical education and school sport in enhancing young people’s wellbeing; understands that, this year, the UK’s Youth Sport Trust will run a national campaign that will aim to unite the country, families, schools, sport and businesses, in what it describes as a celebration of the power of sport to bring people together, even during isolation; notes that the UK-wide campaign will challenge people to take on their families, friends and neighbours in virtual sporting challenges, helping them to connect in an unprecedented period of school closures and social distancing; further notes that the campaign intends to build on the Youth Sport Trust’s #StayHomeStayActive campaign, which has been supporting schools, parents and young people with free daily resources to get young people moving and enjoying the PE curriculum while at home; acknowledges that the Trust will provide everyone who registers online with free videos and activity cards to help them plan a series of challenges across National School Sport Week at Home, and commends the Youth Sport Trust for such a proactive campaign that aims to put first the physical and mental health of young people right across Scotland and the UK.
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That the Parliament welcomes the imminent arrival of the forthcoming annual National School Sport Week campaign, which will take place from 20 to 26 June 2020 to highlight the important role of physical education and school sport in enhancing young people’s wellbeing; understands that, this year, the UK’s Youth Sport Trust will run a national campaign that will aim to unite the country, families, schools, sport and businesses, in what it describes as a celebration of the power of sport to bring people together, even during isolation; notes that the UK-wide campaign will challenge people to take on their families, friends and neighbours in virtual sporting challenges, helping them to connect in an unprecedented period of school closures and social distancing; further notes that the campaign intends to build on the Youth Sport Trust’s #StayHomeStayActive campaign, which has been supporting schools, parents and young people with free daily resources to get young people moving and enjoying the PE curriculum while at home; acknowledges that the Trust will provide everyone who registers online with free videos and activity cards to help them plan a series of challenges across National School Sport Week at Home, and commends the Youth Sport Trust for such a proactive campaign that aims to put first the physical and mental health of young people right across Scotland and the UK.
Supported by: Gordon Lindhurst, Edward Mountain, Kenneth Gibson, Richard Lyle, Murdo Fraser, Miles Briggs, Mark McDonald, Annie Wells, Bill Kidd, Margaret Mitchell, Jeremy Balfour, Gil Paterson, Fulton MacGregor, Maureen Watt, Liam Kerr, Finlay Carson, Peter Chapman, Michelle Ballantyne
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