That the Parliament congratulates Kirkhill Bowling Club ladies section, in its centenary year, for what is considered the valuable contribution that it has made in the local community; welcomes the long-standing commitment to charity work, which dates back to the First World War, when members collected money for the War Fund and sent packages to the soldiers of the Scottish Rifles fighting in France; understands that, through annual cancer nights and additional fundraising activities, it has sent significant donations to the Beatson Oncology Centre in Glasgow; believes that the commitment and hard work of members is a good example of community spirit and engagement, and wishes the club the very best for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Kirkhill Bowling Club ladies section, in its centenary year, for what is considered the valuable contribution that it has made in the local community; welcomes the long-standing commitment to charity work, which dates back to the First World War, when members collected money for the War Fund and sent packages to the soldiers of the Scottish Rifles fighting in France; understands that, through annual cancer nights and additional fundraising activities, it has sent significant donations to the Beatson Oncology Centre in Glasgow; believes that the commitment and hard work of members is a good example of community spirit and engagement, and wishes the club the very best for the future.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news of a £500,000 campaign to mark the bicentenary of the birth of Dr David Livingstone, considered Scotland’s greatest explorer; understands that the National Trust for Scotland, the Scottish Government and South Lanarkshire Council are all to make financial contributions to the campaign, which is expected to develop the David Livingstone centre at his birthplace in Blantyre; applauds Dr Livingstone’s contributions in Africa generally and Malawi specifically; understands that the celebrations are to be coordinated by the Scotland–Malawi Partnership, which promotes links between the countries, and looks forward to what it hopes will be a series of successful events in honour of a man whom it believes to be one of Scotland’s greatest figures.
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That the Parliament welcomes the news of a £500,000 campaign to mark the bicentenary of the birth of Dr David Livingstone, considered Scotland’s greatest explorer; understands that the National Trust for Scotland, the Scottish Government and South Lanarkshire Council are all to make financial contributions to the campaign, which is expected to develop the David Livingstone centre at his birthplace in Blantyre; applauds Dr Livingstone’s contributions in Africa generally and Malawi specifically; understands that the celebrations are to be coordinated by the Scotland–Malawi Partnership, which promotes links between the countries, and looks forward to what it hopes will be a series of successful events in honour of a man whom it believes to be one of Scotland’s greatest figures.
Supported by: Angus MacDonald, Mike MacKenzie, David Stewart, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Bob Doris, Christina McKelvie, Paul Wheelhouse, Anne McTaggart, Kevin Stewart, Margaret McCulloch, Bill Walker, David Torrance, John Pentland, Jackson Carlaw, Claire Baker, Murdo Fraser, Bill Kidd, Hanzala Malik, Lewis Macdonald, Kenneth Gibson, Maureen Watt, Patricia Ferguson, Sandra White, Rhoda Grant, Claudia Beamish, Annabelle Ewing, Elaine Smith, Jean Urquhart, John Mason, Margaret Burgess
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That the Parliament welcomes the publication by Children 1st of the report of the study by Safeguarding in Sport on the impact on children and young people of spectator behaviour in sport; notes that the study identified that poor behaviour by adult spectators, including verbal and physical abuse, can leave children and young people feeling intimidated and scared and can have a detrimental effect and, in some cases, lasting, negative impact on young people's participation in sport; welcomes the establishment of the special campaign line by Safeguarding in Sport and Parentline Scotland to handle calls from anyone concerned about bad behaviour on the sidelines of children's sporting activities and events; believes that it is everyone's responsibility to protect children and that that responsibility extends to everyone involved in providing sporting opportunities for children and young people, including spectators, and urges all groups and organisations involved in providing sporting opportunities for children and young people to examine the problem in their own sport and back the Sideline Bad Behaviour campaign by taking firm action where poor spectator behaviour exists.
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That the Parliament welcomes the publication by Children 1st of the report of the study by Safeguarding in Sport on the impact on children and young people of spectator behaviour in sport; notes that the study identified that poor behaviour by adult spectators, including verbal and physical abuse, can leave children and young people feeling intimidated and scared and can have a detrimental effect and, in some cases, lasting, negative impact on young people's participation in sport; welcomes the establishment of the special campaign line by Safeguarding in Sport and Parentline Scotland to handle calls from anyone concerned about bad behaviour on the sidelines of children's sporting activities and events; believes that it is everyone's responsibility to protect children and that that responsibility extends to everyone involved in providing sporting opportunities for children and young people, including spectators, and urges all groups and organisations involved in providing sporting opportunities for children and young people to examine the problem in their own sport and back the Sideline Bad Behaviour campaign by taking firm action where poor spectator behaviour exists.
Supported by: John Mason, Margaret Burgess, Graeme Dey, Jean Urquhart, Jackie Baillie, Helen Eadie, Fiona McLeod, Elaine Smith, Elaine Murray, Annabelle Ewing, Sarah Boyack, Patricia Ferguson, Maureen Watt, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Kenneth Gibson, Hanzala Malik, Stewart Maxwell, John Pentland, Richard Simpson, David Torrance, Neil Findlay, Drew Smith, Paul Wheelhouse, Anne McTaggart, Mark McDonald, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Lyle, Alison Johnstone, David Stewart, Bob Doris, Mike MacKenzie, John Finnie
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That the Parliament commends Dr Alexander Thomson who is retiring as the minister of Rutherglen Old Parish Church after what it considers to have been a remarkable 27 years of service; believes that, since joining the parish in May 1986, Dr Thomson has made a positive contribution to the local community; understands that the congregation holds him in very high regard and will miss him, and wishes the minister and Mrs Thomson all the very best on their retirement.
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That the Parliament commends Dr Alexander Thomson who is retiring as the minister of Rutherglen Old Parish Church after what it considers to have been a remarkable 27 years of service; believes that, since joining the parish in May 1986, Dr Thomson has made a positive contribution to the local community; understands that the congregation holds him in very high regard and will miss him, and wishes the minister and Mrs Thomson all the very best on their retirement.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Mike MacKenzie, David Stewart, Bill Kidd, Colin Beattie, Bob Doris, Jamie Hepburn, Jim Eadie, Anne McTaggart, Neil Findlay, Kevin Stewart, David Torrance, Roderick Campbell, Kenneth Gibson, Jamie McGrigor, Hugh Henry, Patricia Ferguson, Sarah Boyack, Annabelle Ewing, Elaine Murray, Jackie Baillie
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That the Parliament recognises the work of the Rutherglen community group, Burnside in Bloom, in improving the visual environment of the local area; commends the group on its recent efforts in clearing the railway embankment on Dukes Road; welcomes the partnership of Burnside in Bloom, Network Rail and South Lanarkshire Council, which arranged the clean-up; notes the ongoing commitment from Burnside in Bloom to ensure that the embankment is maintained and litter-free, and commends all those involved with the group, who it considers promote community engagement and contribute in a positive manner to the communities of Rutherglen.
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That the Parliament recognises the work of the Rutherglen community group, Burnside in Bloom, in improving the visual environment of the local area; commends the group on its recent efforts in clearing the railway embankment on Dukes Road; welcomes the partnership of Burnside in Bloom, Network Rail and South Lanarkshire Council, which arranged the clean-up; notes the ongoing commitment from Burnside in Bloom to ensure that the embankment is maintained and litter-free, and commends all those involved with the group, who it considers promote community engagement and contribute in a positive manner to the communities of Rutherglen.
Supported by: Claudia Beamish, Jean Urquhart, Sarah Boyack, Patricia Ferguson, Jackie Baillie, Hugh Henry, John Pentland, David Torrance, Kevin Stewart, Neil Findlay, Neil Bibby, Joan McAlpine, Jamie Hepburn, Bob Doris, Colin Beattie, Stuart McMillan, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle
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That the Parliament notes the successful involvement of Trinity High School in Rutherglen with the BBC's School Report project; acknowledges that the pupils conducted their interviews from a young person’s perspective on the serious issue of sectarianism, and congratulates all involved at Trinity High School in putting together an informative and thought-provoking package.
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That the Parliament notes the successful involvement of Trinity High School in Rutherglen with the BBC's School Report project; acknowledges that the pupils conducted their interviews from a young person’s perspective on the serious issue of sectarianism, and congratulates all involved at Trinity High School in putting together an informative and thought-provoking package.
Supported by: Richard Lyle, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Bob Doris, Stuart McMillan, Joan McAlpine, Mike MacKenzie, Neil Findlay, Neil Bibby, David Torrance, John Pentland, Gil Paterson, Hugh Henry, Kenneth Gibson, Jackie Baillie, Sarah Boyack, Sandra White, Patricia Ferguson, Claudia Beamish
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That the Parliament congratulates Calderwood Primary School in Rutherglen on achieving 12 first and six second place awards at the annual Bridgeton Burns Club schools competition; notes that the school was also successful in winning the Walter Hibbard Trophy in the Overall Best Performing School category and the Open Club Shield for Best Overall Choir, and recognises all the hard work and commitment of the pupils and staff, who it considers all make a positive and worthy contribution to Calderwood and the wider community.
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That the Parliament congratulates Calderwood Primary School in Rutherglen on achieving 12 first and six second place awards at the annual Bridgeton Burns Club schools competition; notes that the school was also successful in winning the Walter Hibbard Trophy in the Overall Best Performing School category and the Open Club Shield for Best Overall Choir, and recognises all the hard work and commitment of the pupils and staff, who it considers all make a positive and worthy contribution to Calderwood and the wider community.
Current Status: Fallen on 18/05/2012
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That the Parliament notes the positive contribution that Camglen Radio makes to the communities of Rutherglen and Cambuslang; pays tribute to all past and serving members of staff and volunteers in helping to promote healthy living and community engagement in the local area; welcomes the radio station’s focus on providing creative volunteering opportunities and training, and wishes the station well in the future.
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That the Parliament notes the positive contribution that Camglen Radio makes to the communities of Rutherglen and Cambuslang; pays tribute to all past and serving members of staff and volunteers in helping to promote healthy living and community engagement in the local area; welcomes the radio station’s focus on providing creative volunteering opportunities and training, and wishes the station well in the future.
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2012
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As an amendment to motion S4M-01170 in the name of Christine Grahame (Report on the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Bill at Stage 2), insert at end "; further notes the number of verbal and written submissions that raised concerns about the bill; believes that the Scottish Government has failed to make the case for the requirement for new offences contained in the bill, that it lacks clarity, would lead to confusion, be difficult to enforce if implemented and cannot be supported, and believes that a more proportionate response to dealing with the problems in relation to Scottish football would be to give greater consideration to the use of existing laws, to work with football authorities and promote positive interventions in communities and the education system."
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As an amendment to motion S4M-01170 in the name of Christine Grahame (Report on the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Bill at Stage 2), insert at end "; further notes the number of verbal and written submissions that raised concerns about the bill; believes that the Scottish Government has failed to make the case for the requirement for new offences contained in the bill, that it lacks clarity, would lead to confusion, be difficult to enforce if implemented and cannot be supported, and believes that a more proportionate response to dealing with the problems in relation to Scottish football would be to give greater consideration to the use of existing laws, to work with football authorities and promote positive interventions in communities and the education system."
Supported by: Alison McInnes, Patrick Harvie, David McLetchie, Margo MacDonald
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That the Parliament congratulates the 229th Glasgow Boy’s Brigade Company based in Cambuslang Parish Church on reaching its centenary year; notes that the anniversary will be celebrated during the weekend of 21 to 23 October with an open evening and celebratory dinner for current and former members, and wishes all involved in celebrating this historic milestone well as the company looks to the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates the 229th Glasgow Boy’s Brigade Company based in Cambuslang Parish Church on reaching its centenary year; notes that the anniversary will be celebrated during the weekend of 21 to 23 October with an open evening and celebratory dinner for current and former members, and wishes all involved in celebrating this historic milestone well as the company looks to the future.
Supported by: Kevin Stewart, Jackie Baillie, Patricia Ferguson, Kenneth Gibson, Johann Lamont, Jamie McGrigor, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Roderick Campbell, Paul Martin, David Torrance, Neil Bibby, Anne McTaggart, Paul Wheelhouse, John Lamont, Joan McAlpine, Mike MacKenzie, Stuart McMillan, Jamie Hepburn, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle
Current Status: Fallen on 26/01/2012
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