That the Parliament recognises the work of volunteers from Fort William who formed themselves into a local group called Friends of the Old Fort; acknowledges their efforts in transforming what was considered an eyesore area outside Fort William's Belford Hospital, which is known as Belford Gardens; hopes that this area will become a source of local pride; understands that 10,000 people visited the ruined remains of the old Fort William in 2012, 1,000 of them from China and Japan, and considers that such a community spirit continues to transform the local town and will enhance the area further, encouraging more visitors to the area and helping the local economy in the process.
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That the Parliament recognises the work of volunteers from Fort William who formed themselves into a local group called Friends of the Old Fort; acknowledges their efforts in transforming what was considered an eyesore area outside Fort William's Belford Hospital, which is known as Belford Gardens; hopes that this area will become a source of local pride; understands that 10,000 people visited the ruined remains of the old Fort William in 2012, 1,000 of them from China and Japan, and considers that such a community spirit continues to transform the local town and will enhance the area further, encouraging more visitors to the area and helping the local economy in the process.
Supported by: Jamie McGrigor, Patricia Ferguson, Colin Beattie, Nigel Don, Richard Lyle, Anne McTaggart, Kevin Stewart, Mary Scanlon, Neil Findlay, John Finnie, Jackie Baillie, Dennis Robertson, Mike MacKenzie, Gil Paterson, Annabelle Ewing, Jean Urquhart, Sandra White, David Torrance, Maureen Watt, Dave Thompson
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As an amendment to motion S4M-06582 in the name of Fergus Ewing (Electricity Market Reform), leave out from first “welcomes” to end and insert "notes the importance of the electricity market reform proposals in maintaining investor confidence in Scotland in both renewable and carbon capture and storage technologies; notes the publication of Ofgem’s Electricity Capacity Assessment 2012, which outlines the significant challenges facing Scotland and the UK regarding spare capacity and security of supply; further notes the publication of Scottish Islands Renewable Project: Final Report, which concludes that “further renewable generation on Scottish Islands will not be developed on any scale in the near future under current policy”; believes that the UK Energy Bill fails to adequately address the recent escalation of energy bills or the ongoing threat of fuel poverty and does not include sufficient measures to reduce electricity demand or facilitate the growth of community ownership of renewables; recognises the key role of the Scottish Government in directly addressing these issues, and welcomes the Labour Party's more ambitious proposals to reform the energy market, including placing a requirement on energy companies to pool the power that they generate and make it available to any retailer."
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As an amendment to motion S4M-06582 in the name of Fergus Ewing (Electricity Market Reform), leave out from first “welcomes” to end and insert "notes the importance of the electricity market reform proposals in maintaining investor confidence in Scotland in both renewable and carbon capture and storage technologies; notes the publication of Ofgem’s Electricity Capacity Assessment 2012, which outlines the significant challenges facing Scotland and the UK regarding spare capacity and security of supply; further notes the publication of Scottish Islands Renewable Project: Final Report, which concludes that “further renewable generation on Scottish Islands will not be developed on any scale in the near future under current policy”; believes that the UK Energy Bill fails to adequately address the recent escalation of energy bills or the ongoing threat of fuel poverty and does not include sufficient measures to reduce electricity demand or facilitate the growth of community ownership of renewables; recognises the key role of the Scottish Government in directly addressing these issues, and welcomes the Labour Party's more ambitious proposals to reform the energy market, including placing a requirement on energy companies to pool the power that they generate and make it available to any retailer."
Supported by: Ken Macintosh
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 15/05/2013
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That the Parliament congratulates Anna Taylor, Paul Wilby, Logan Ewan and Adam McArthur, pupils from Cradlehall Primary School, Inverness, on winning the Scottish European Educational Trust Euroquiz, which was held in the debating chamber of the Parliament on 13 May 2013; notes that the team triumphed over 28 other teams from across Scotland that reached the national final; recognises the level of knowledge that pupils from all schools displayed on subjects including languages, history, culture and sport, and conveys its best wishes to the pupils and teachers of Cradlehall Primary School on winning the 2013 event.
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That the Parliament congratulates Anna Taylor, Paul Wilby, Logan Ewan and Adam McArthur, pupils from Cradlehall Primary School, Inverness, on winning the Scottish European Educational Trust Euroquiz, which was held in the debating chamber of the Parliament on 13 May 2013; notes that the team triumphed over 28 other teams from across Scotland that reached the national final; recognises the level of knowledge that pupils from all schools displayed on subjects including languages, history, culture and sport, and conveys its best wishes to the pupils and teachers of Cradlehall Primary School on winning the 2013 event.
Supported by: Gordon MacDonald, Roderick Campbell, Jamie McGrigor, David Torrance, Mary Scanlon, John Finnie, Anne McTaggart, Neil Findlay, Mike MacKenzie, Kevin Stewart, David Stewart, Jean Urquhart, Helen Eadie, Annabelle Ewing, Nigel Don, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Sandra White, Maureen Watt, Margaret McDougall, Richard Lyle, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Simpson, Gil Paterson
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That the Parliament notes the findings detailed in the Scottish Government's publication, Impact of the Removal of RET [Road Equivalent Tariff] Fares from Commercial Vehicles on The Western Isles, Coll and Tiree; understands that the report highlights the significant negative impact on the islands that the removal of RET for commercial vehicles has had; considers that the removal of RET has had a negative effect on the volumes and margins of small hauliers, who play an important role in offering choice in the market, has tightened the margins of trader-hauliers who are key to the economies of small islands such as Coll, Tiree and Barra and necessitated an increase in prices for network hauliers who require high volumes to ensure the sustainability of their businesses; further considers that this will expose these firms to volume risk, reduce the volume and economies of scale of full-service hauliers and increase the long-run market rate for haulage, and notes calls for the Scottish Government to recognise what it considers the negative impact the removal of RET for commercial vehicles has had and to listen to demands from island communities to reinstate RET in full.
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That the Parliament notes the findings detailed in the Scottish Government's publication, Impact of the Removal of RET [Road Equivalent Tariff] Fares from Commercial Vehicles on The Western Isles, Coll and Tiree; understands that the report highlights the significant negative impact on the islands that the removal of RET for commercial vehicles has had; considers that the removal of RET has had a negative effect on the volumes and margins of small hauliers, who play an important role in offering choice in the market, has tightened the margins of trader-hauliers who are key to the economies of small islands such as Coll, Tiree and Barra and necessitated an increase in prices for network hauliers who require high volumes to ensure the sustainability of their businesses; further considers that this will expose these firms to volume risk, reduce the volume and economies of scale of full-service hauliers and increase the long-run market rate for haulage, and notes calls for the Scottish Government to recognise what it considers the negative impact the removal of RET for commercial vehicles has had and to listen to demands from island communities to reinstate RET in full.
Supported by: Jackie Baillie, Mark Griffin, Patricia Ferguson, Hugh Henry, Jamie McGrigor, Iain Gray, Neil Findlay, Elaine Murray, Hanzala Malik, Margaret McDougall, Richard Simpson
Current Status: Eligible for Members’ Business, Pending Cross Party Support
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That the Parliament acknowledges what it considers the huge economic benefits that the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival brings to Speyside and the surrounding area; notes that in excess of 50 distilleries take part in the festival, which this year runs from 2 to 6 May 2013 and invites visitors to celebrate Scotland’s national drink through what is considered an inventive and wide-ranging programme of whisky-inspired events, some educational and all of them fun; acknowledges the effort put in by volunteers, the board of directors, who are selected to provide expertise in key areas of the whisky industry, culture and heritage, tourism and hospitality, and local businesses, and wishes all concerned success for this year's event.
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That the Parliament acknowledges what it considers the huge economic benefits that the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival brings to Speyside and the surrounding area; notes that in excess of 50 distilleries take part in the festival, which this year runs from 2 to 6 May 2013 and invites visitors to celebrate Scotland’s national drink through what is considered an inventive and wide-ranging programme of whisky-inspired events, some educational and all of them fun; acknowledges the effort put in by volunteers, the board of directors, who are selected to provide expertise in key areas of the whisky industry, culture and heritage, tourism and hospitality, and local businesses, and wishes all concerned success for this year's event.
Supported by: Iain Gray, Chic Brodie, Annabelle Ewing, Rob Gibson, Kenneth Gibson, Mike MacKenzie, Nanette Milne, Neil Findlay, Margaret McDougall, Nigel Don, John Pentland, Angus MacDonald, Bruce Crawford, Bill Kidd, Jackie Baillie, Colin Beattie, Jamie McGrigor, Anne McTaggart, Richard Simpson, John Finnie, Mary Scanlon, John Wilson, Richard Lyle, Hugh Henry, Jean Urquhart, Kevin Stewart, Jamie Hepburn, Gil Paterson, Elaine Murray, Maureen Watt, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament welcomes the restoration work that is set to begin in July 2013 on Dingwall Townhouse and the building's clock tower; understands that this historic building and landmark, which was built in 1733, is one of the oldest town halls in the Highlands and Islands and one of the oldest buildings in Dingwall; believes that the restoration will include the reinstatement of traditional lime harling to the tower and the work on the town clock; notes that Dingwall Townhouse was the venue for a gig by The Beatles in 1963, which, it understands, became famous because it was poorly attended, and hopes to see the Townhouse renewed to its former status.
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That the Parliament welcomes the restoration work that is set to begin in July 2013 on Dingwall Townhouse and the building's clock tower; understands that this historic building and landmark, which was built in 1733, is one of the oldest town halls in the Highlands and Islands and one of the oldest buildings in Dingwall; believes that the restoration will include the reinstatement of traditional lime harling to the tower and the work on the town clock; notes that Dingwall Townhouse was the venue for a gig by The Beatles in 1963, which, it understands, became famous because it was poorly attended, and hopes to see the Townhouse renewed to its former status.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Jackie Baillie, Hanzala Malik, Dave Thompson, Jamie McGrigor, Nigel Don, Colin Beattie, Mike MacKenzie, Clare Adamson, Patricia Ferguson, Mary Scanlon, Richard Lyle, Angus MacDonald, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Simpson, Jean Urquhart, Sarah Boyack, Kevin Stewart, Anne McTaggart, Maureen Watt, Gil Paterson, John Finnie
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That the Parliament congratulates Glenbrittle Campsite and Highland Wi-Fi on installing a high-speed internet access wi-fi hotspot service at Glenbrittle; understands that there is no alternative internet access in the area; believes that this will boost tourism by providing connectivity for tourists visiting one of the most beautiful areas in Scotland, and considers that this will also provide high-speed internet access to the local community, enabling them to connect to the internet.
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That the Parliament congratulates Glenbrittle Campsite and Highland Wi-Fi on installing a high-speed internet access wi-fi hotspot service at Glenbrittle; understands that there is no alternative internet access in the area; believes that this will boost tourism by providing connectivity for tourists visiting one of the most beautiful areas in Scotland, and considers that this will also provide high-speed internet access to the local community, enabling them to connect to the internet.
Supported by: Bill Kidd, Angus MacDonald, Annabelle Ewing, Hanzala Malik, Richard Lyle, Anne McTaggart, Kevin Stewart, Mike MacKenzie, Jackie Baillie, Colin Beattie, Jamie McGrigor, Mary Scanlon, Sandra White, Margaret McDougall, John Finnie, Jamie Hepburn, Nigel Don, Clare Adamson, Margaret McCulloch, Richard Simpson, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament congratulates Argyll and Bute Council's Community Dementia Team on being nominated for an award at the Care Accolades 2013; understands that these awards, which are organised by the Scottish Social Service Council, recognise extraordinary people and diverse social service projects across Scotland; notes that the award ceremony will be held on 31 May at Perth Concert Hall; believes that the ceremony will give projects across the country a chance to showcase their practice and be recognised for their excellent work; wishes all of the finalists good luck and continued success in the future, and supports the nominated organisations in all of the work that they carry out.
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That the Parliament congratulates Argyll and Bute Council's Community Dementia Team on being nominated for an award at the Care Accolades 2013; understands that these awards, which are organised by the Scottish Social Service Council, recognise extraordinary people and diverse social service projects across Scotland; notes that the award ceremony will be held on 31 May at Perth Concert Hall; believes that the ceremony will give projects across the country a chance to showcase their practice and be recognised for their excellent work; wishes all of the finalists good luck and continued success in the future, and supports the nominated organisations in all of the work that they carry out.
Supported by: Nigel Don, Bill Kidd, Mike MacKenzie, Jackie Baillie, Dave Thompson, Jamie McGrigor, Annabelle Ewing, Richard Lyle, Anne McTaggart, Colin Beattie, Hugh Henry, Sandra White, Bob Doris, Margaret McDougall, John Finnie, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Simpson, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament welcomes the forthcoming opening of the Highland Cycle Ability Centre near Cawdor, Scotland’s first purpose-built cycling track for disabled people; understands that just 39% of adults with a life-limiting impairment take part in sport or physical education; recognises the importance of sport to physical and mental development; believes that the new centre will help to raise the profile of disabled sports in Scotland, building on the legacy of the 2012 Paralympic Games, and congratulates the Watermill Foundation, the trust behind what it considers this ambitious project, on its ongoing efforts to improve sporting opportunities for young disabled people.
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That the Parliament welcomes the forthcoming opening of the Highland Cycle Ability Centre near Cawdor, Scotland’s first purpose-built cycling track for disabled people; understands that just 39% of adults with a life-limiting impairment take part in sport or physical education; recognises the importance of sport to physical and mental development; believes that the new centre will help to raise the profile of disabled sports in Scotland, building on the legacy of the 2012 Paralympic Games, and congratulates the Watermill Foundation, the trust behind what it considers this ambitious project, on its ongoing efforts to improve sporting opportunities for young disabled people.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Patricia Ferguson, Kenneth Gibson, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Nanette Milne, Liz Smith, Liam McArthur, Sandra White, Stuart McMillan, Hanzala Malik, Jackie Baillie, Kevin Stewart, Dave Thompson, Anne McTaggart, John Finnie, Jamie McGrigor, Graeme Dey, Maureen Watt, Nigel Don, David Stewart, Mary Scanlon, Sarah Boyack, Jamie Hepburn, Gil Paterson, Elaine Murray, Margaret McDougall
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That the Parliament notes with growing concern the possible eviction of residents of Struan Lodge care home in Dunoon; understands that over 4,000 signatures objecting to the closure have been obtained and that a public meeting held recently in Dunoon, which 300 people attended, passed a motion agreeing to halt the closure arrangements and to look at ways of retaining what it considers a high quality local facility; considers that there was a lack of consultation between residents, relatives and staff prior to the closure announcement, and notes local calls for the issue of quality to be raised in the Parliament and with the Care Inspectorate.
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That the Parliament notes with growing concern the possible eviction of residents of Struan Lodge care home in Dunoon; understands that over 4,000 signatures objecting to the closure have been obtained and that a public meeting held recently in Dunoon, which 300 people attended, passed a motion agreeing to halt the closure arrangements and to look at ways of retaining what it considers a high quality local facility; considers that there was a lack of consultation between residents, relatives and staff prior to the closure announcement, and notes local calls for the issue of quality to be raised in the Parliament and with the Care Inspectorate.
Supported by: Anne McTaggart, David Stewart, Hanzala Malik, Claudia Beamish, Patricia Ferguson, Mike MacKenzie, Jackie Baillie, Iain Gray, Hugh Henry, Helen Eadie, Margaret McDougall, Jamie McGrigor, Mary Scanlon
Current Status: Achieved Cross Party Support
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