That the Parliament congratulates Frank Maguire on being selected for the Scotland archery squad that will compete at the Euronations and British Championships in 2013; understands that Mr Maguire was severely injured while serving in Northern Ireland and was the only disabled archer competing in the selection shoot; understands that the selection shoot took place at Lathallan in Montrose in horrendous conditions, with strong winds and heavy rain; notes that Mr Maguire trained at Kilmarnock’s Ayrshire Athletics Arena, and wishes him and the Scotland squad every success in the Euronations and British Championships later this year.
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That the Parliament congratulates Frank Maguire on being selected for the Scotland archery squad that will compete at the Euronations and British Championships in 2013; understands that Mr Maguire was severely injured while serving in Northern Ireland and was the only disabled archer competing in the selection shoot; understands that the selection shoot took place at Lathallan in Montrose in horrendous conditions, with strong winds and heavy rain; notes that Mr Maguire trained at Kilmarnock’s Ayrshire Athletics Arena, and wishes him and the Scotland squad every success in the Euronations and British Championships later this year.
Supported by: Nigel Don, Angus MacDonald, Joan McAlpine, Stuart McMillan, David Torrance, Nanette Milne, Bill Kidd, Mike MacKenzie, Jim Hume, Richard Lyle, Adam Ingram, Jamie McGrigor, Anne McTaggart, Linda Fabiani, Colin Beattie, Annabelle Ewing, Rob Gibson, Kevin Stewart, Graeme Dey, Bruce Crawford, Dennis Robertson, Maureen Watt, Sandra White, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Simpson, Stewart Maxwell, Gil Paterson, Colin Keir
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That the Parliament congratulates Jonny Russel of the Fraser Centre in Tranent, David Bradbury of Let's Get Sporty in Kirkconnel and Gette Fulton of Afton Water Leisure in New Cumnock on being named as the successful finalists in the Coalfields Community Challenge; understands that the Coalfields Community Challenge programme is a six-month development programme aimed at new and emerging social enterprises creating employment in former coalmining communities; notes that those selected for the programme receive business development support, mentoring and training, with an opportunity to win a financial award at the end of the programme; welcomes the support that the Coalfields Community Challenge provides for new social enterprises, and wishes the finalists every success for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Jonny Russel of the Fraser Centre in Tranent, David Bradbury of Let's Get Sporty in Kirkconnel and Gette Fulton of Afton Water Leisure in New Cumnock on being named as the successful finalists in the Coalfields Community Challenge; understands that the Coalfields Community Challenge programme is a six-month development programme aimed at new and emerging social enterprises creating employment in former coalmining communities; notes that those selected for the programme receive business development support, mentoring and training, with an opportunity to win a financial award at the end of the programme; welcomes the support that the Coalfields Community Challenge provides for new social enterprises, and wishes the finalists every success for the future.
Supported by: Stuart McMillan, Rob Gibson, Joan McAlpine, Annabelle Ewing, Elaine Murray, Nigel Don, Bill Kidd, David Torrance, Colin Keir, Mike MacKenzie, Kevin Stewart, Adam Ingram, Angus MacDonald, Anne McTaggart, Bruce Crawford, Colin Beattie, Sandra White, Jackie Baillie, Gil Paterson, Dennis Robertson, Jamie Hepburn, Maureen Watt
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That the Parliament welcomes the astronauts, Commander Chris Hadfield, Thomas Marshburn and Roman Romanenko, back to earth; understands that Commander Hadfield arrived at Prestwick Airport on 14 May 2013 after a five month mission to the International Space Station; considers that Commander Hadfield’s famous photography, tweets and music video have done much to raise awareness of the work on the International Space Station as well as showing some beautiful views of the earth from space; notes that photos of Scotland were among those tweeted by the astronaut; understands that Commander Hadfield was Canada’s first commander of the International Space Station and congratulates him on his successful mission and what it considers the highly positive reception of his photographs and tweets from space, and hopes that astronauts in the future continue to send back photos from the space station.
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That the Parliament welcomes the astronauts, Commander Chris Hadfield, Thomas Marshburn and Roman Romanenko, back to earth; understands that Commander Hadfield arrived at Prestwick Airport on 14 May 2013 after a five month mission to the International Space Station; considers that Commander Hadfield’s famous photography, tweets and music video have done much to raise awareness of the work on the International Space Station as well as showing some beautiful views of the earth from space; notes that photos of Scotland were among those tweeted by the astronaut; understands that Commander Hadfield was Canada’s first commander of the International Space Station and congratulates him on his successful mission and what it considers the highly positive reception of his photographs and tweets from space, and hopes that astronauts in the future continue to send back photos from the space station.
Supported by: John Lamont, Murdo Fraser, Annabelle Ewing, Stewart Stevenson, James Dornan, Stuart McMillan, Joan McAlpine, Adam Ingram, Mike MacKenzie, Christina McKelvie, Anne McTaggart, Rob Gibson, David Torrance, Bill Kidd, Kevin Stewart, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Linda Fabiani, Angus MacDonald, Jamie Hepburn, Gil Paterson, Stewart Maxwell, Maureen Watt, Dennis Robertson, Fiona McLeod, Colin Keir, Sandra White, Dave Thompson
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That the Parliament notes petition PE1441 in the name of David Crichton on the issue of flood insurance problems; welcomes the petitioner’s efforts to highlight what it considers to be an important matter, and commends the issues raised in the petition to the Scottish Government for further consideration.
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That the Parliament notes petition PE1441 in the name of David Crichton on the issue of flood insurance problems; welcomes the petitioner’s efforts to highlight what it considers to be an important matter, and commends the issues raised in the petition to the Scottish Government for further consideration.
Supported by: Nigel Don, Jackson Carlaw
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 07/05/2013
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That the Parliament congratulates Ayrshire Bharitya Association and its organisers on its very colourful celebration of the Holi Festival at Ayr Town Hall on the weekend of 6-7 April 2013 and recognises its importance as the Indian community’s welcome to spring through a festival of colour, food, children's entertainment and its avowed intention of integration with the wider Ayrshire and Scottish community.
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That the Parliament congratulates Ayrshire Bharitya Association and its organisers on its very colourful celebration of the Holi Festival at Ayr Town Hall on the weekend of 6-7 April 2013 and recognises its importance as the Indian community’s welcome to spring through a festival of colour, food, children's entertainment and its avowed intention of integration with the wider Ayrshire and Scottish community.
Supported by: Nigel Don, Alex Johnstone, Rob Gibson, Anne McTaggart, Annabelle Ewing, Bill Kidd, Mike MacKenzie, Jamie McGrigor, Richard Lyle, Kevin Stewart, Sandra White, Bob Doris, Adam Ingram, David Torrance, Joan McAlpine, Gil Paterson, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Maureen Watt, Clare Adamson
Current Status: Fallen on 18/06/2013
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That the Parliament congratulates the Scottish Pathways Project on winning a COSLA Excellence Award in Service Innovation and Improvement; understand that the project is funded by the Scottish Government, Big Lottery Fund and other key partners and that the project consists of three new services that are specially designed to meet the needs of women and children who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse; congratulates the Safer Communities Team at Scottish Borders Council who secured the funding and delivered the project, and hopes that the project can continue to have a positive impact on those who have experienced abuse and contribute to the reduction and prevention of domestic abuse.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Scottish Pathways Project on winning a COSLA Excellence Award in Service Innovation and Improvement; understand that the project is funded by the Scottish Government, Big Lottery Fund and other key partners and that the project consists of three new services that are specially designed to meet the needs of women and children who are experiencing or have experienced domestic abuse; congratulates the Safer Communities Team at Scottish Borders Council who secured the funding and delivered the project, and hopes that the project can continue to have a positive impact on those who have experienced abuse and contribute to the reduction and prevention of domestic abuse.
Supported by: Nigel Don, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Stewart Stevenson, Joan McAlpine, Roderick Campbell, Mike MacKenzie, Adam Ingram, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Rob Gibson, Anne McTaggart, Angus MacDonald, Jamie Hepburn, Kevin Stewart, Sandra White, Stuart McMillan, Bob Doris, Gil Paterson, Dennis Robertson, Christine Grahame, Maureen Watt
Current Status: Fallen on 08/05/2013
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That the Parliament welcomes the announcement that funding from East Ayrshire Council’s Townscape Heritage Initiative has been made available to restore John Finnie Street in Kilmarnock; considers that the street is one of the finest original Victorian Streets in Scotland; understands that 11 buildings have already been restored through the Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme, including the Opera House, the Johnnie Walker Bond and Tannanhills and that a further eight will be restored through funding from the Townscape Heritage Initiative, and looks forward to seeing John Finnie Street restored to its former glory.
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That the Parliament welcomes the announcement that funding from East Ayrshire Council’s Townscape Heritage Initiative has been made available to restore John Finnie Street in Kilmarnock; considers that the street is one of the finest original Victorian Streets in Scotland; understands that 11 buildings have already been restored through the Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme, including the Opera House, the Johnnie Walker Bond and Tannanhills and that a further eight will be restored through funding from the Townscape Heritage Initiative, and looks forward to seeing John Finnie Street restored to its former glory.
Supported by: Nigel Don, David Torrance, Annabelle Ewing, Stewart Stevenson, Joan McAlpine, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, Kenneth Gibson, Colin Beattie, Rob Gibson, Anne McTaggart, Angus MacDonald, Jamie Hepburn, Kevin Stewart, John Finnie, Sandra White, Stuart McMillan, Bob Doris, Gil Paterson, Dennis Robertson, Colin Keir
Current Status: Fallen on 08/05/2013
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That the Parliament recognises what it considers the vital role that historic houses and buildings play in preserving Scotland's rich history; acknowledges the efforts of the Friends of Seafield campaign in Ayrshire, which is attempting to secure the future of Seafield House; believes that Scotland's historic buildings are a fantastic resource for the people of Scotland and will be for future generations, and acknowledges calls for public authorities to do all they can to maintain the condition of important historical buildings.
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That the Parliament recognises what it considers the vital role that historic houses and buildings play in preserving Scotland's rich history; acknowledges the efforts of the Friends of Seafield campaign in Ayrshire, which is attempting to secure the future of Seafield House; believes that Scotland's historic buildings are a fantastic resource for the people of Scotland and will be for future generations, and acknowledges calls for public authorities to do all they can to maintain the condition of important historical buildings.
Supported by: Hanzala Malik, David Torrance, Kenneth Gibson, Jean Urquhart, Adam Ingram, Bill Kidd, Mike MacKenzie, Jim Hume, Joan McAlpine, Dennis Robertson, Gordon MacDonald, Colin Beattie, Brian Adam, Bill Walker, Rob Gibson, Roderick Campbell, Jamie McGrigor, Angus MacDonald, John Wilson R, Gil Paterson, Annabelle Ewing, Nigel Don, Kevin Stewart, Maureen Watt, Jamie Hepburn, Stewart Maxwell, Mark McDonald, Stuart McMillan
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 20/02/2013
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That the Parliament congratulates the six members of East Ayrshire’s Children’s Panel who have received awards from East Ayrshire Council for many years of service; understands that Nick Martin and Jimmy Millar were recognised for five year's service, Jennifer Wyper for 10 year's service, Marjorie Blaikie for 15 year's service, Martin Rowe for 20 year's service and Janet Marshall for what it sees as an incredible 25 year's service; appreciates that the work of the children’s panel can include dealing with harrowing cases and is entirely voluntary; believes that the panel members are real local heroes who have had a hugely positive impact on many vulnerable children’s lives, and believes that their selfless volunteering helps make Scotland a better country.
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That the Parliament congratulates the six members of East Ayrshire’s Children’s Panel who have received awards from East Ayrshire Council for many years of service; understands that Nick Martin and Jimmy Millar were recognised for five year's service, Jennifer Wyper for 10 year's service, Marjorie Blaikie for 15 year's service, Martin Rowe for 20 year's service and Janet Marshall for what it sees as an incredible 25 year's service; appreciates that the work of the children’s panel can include dealing with harrowing cases and is entirely voluntary; believes that the panel members are real local heroes who have had a hugely positive impact on many vulnerable children’s lives, and believes that their selfless volunteering helps make Scotland a better country.
Supported by: Brian Adam, Fiona McLeod, Christina McKelvie, Hanzala Malik, David Torrance, Kenneth Gibson, Mike MacKenzie, Bill Kidd, Jim Hume, Joan McAlpine, Gordon MacDonald, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Adam Ingram, Jamie McGrigor, Richard Lyle, Anne McTaggart, Gil Paterson, Annabelle Ewing, Nigel Don, Kevin Stewart, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan
Current Status: Fallen on 29/01/2013
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That the Parliament congratulates Lorraine Stobie, headteacher of Southcraig Campus in Ayr, on winning the award for lifetime achievement at the 2012 Pearson teaching awards; understands that Ms Stobie has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the school, pupils, parents and the community; considers that her skills, involvement and leadership have transformed the lives of many in Ayrshire who require additional support, and believes that the award marks the community's appreciation of Ms Stobie’s commitment to improving the lives of all her students.
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That the Parliament congratulates Lorraine Stobie, headteacher of Southcraig Campus in Ayr, on winning the award for lifetime achievement at the 2012 Pearson teaching awards; understands that Ms Stobie has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the school, pupils, parents and the community; considers that her skills, involvement and leadership have transformed the lives of many in Ayrshire who require additional support, and believes that the award marks the community's appreciation of Ms Stobie’s commitment to improving the lives of all her students.
Supported by: Colin Beattie, Jamie Hepburn
Current Status: Fallen on 29/01/2013
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