That the Parliament notes with satisfaction the unveiling of a memorial at the National Arboretum, which commemorates the effort and commitment of the 48,000 Bevin Boys who served in Britain's coal mines during the Second World War; considers that, while welcome, such a monument is long overdue; notes that 10% of those called up for war service carried out vital and dangerous work in Britain's coal mines where 700 lost their lives in the first year alone, and congratulates Harry Parkes, the designer of the memorial and long-time campaigner for recognition of his fellow Bevin Boys, on the success of his campaign.
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That the Parliament notes with satisfaction the unveiling of a memorial at the National Arboretum, which commemorates the effort and commitment of the 48,000 Bevin Boys who served in Britain's coal mines during the Second World War; considers that, while welcome, such a monument is long overdue; notes that 10% of those called up for war service carried out vital and dangerous work in Britain's coal mines where 700 lost their lives in the first year alone, and congratulates Harry Parkes, the designer of the memorial and long-time campaigner for recognition of his fellow Bevin Boys, on the success of his campaign.
Supported by: Mary Fee, Iain Gray, Drew Smith, Sarah Boyack, Hanzala Malik, Paul Martin, Jenny Marra, Margaret McCulloch, Jackie Baillie, Michael McMahon, Malcolm Chisholm, Anne McTaggart, Linda Fabiani, Hugh Henry, Neil Findlay, Elaine Murray, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Simpson, John Finnie, Clare Adamson, Siobhan McMahon, Sandra White
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That the Parliament commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Cadder Pit Disaster of 3 August 1913; notes that the disaster took place when a fire erupted in the No 15 Cadder pit of the Carron Coal Company’s Collieries at Mavis Valley, near Glasgow; notes that 22 men lost their lives in this tragedy, leaving 13 women widowed and 44 children fatherless, and that two brothers from the Ramsay family and three from the Brown family died; commends the great heroism shown by firemen and miners who worked to rescue victims for nearly 12 hours, including one who selflessly gave his life that day in an effort to save others; notes that the funerals were attended by a reported 50,000 people and understands that this disaster had a significant and lasting effect on the community and the surrounding areas; notes commemorations will take place in 2013, organised, among others, by Lambhill and District Community Council and Lambhill Stables; recognises the dangerous and difficult conditions in which miners work, and believes that health and safety is crucial in all work places and should not be compromised.
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That the Parliament commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Cadder Pit Disaster of 3 August 1913; notes that the disaster took place when a fire erupted in the No 15 Cadder pit of the Carron Coal Company’s Collieries at Mavis Valley, near Glasgow; notes that 22 men lost their lives in this tragedy, leaving 13 women widowed and 44 children fatherless, and that two brothers from the Ramsay family and three from the Brown family died; commends the great heroism shown by firemen and miners who worked to rescue victims for nearly 12 hours, including one who selflessly gave his life that day in an effort to save others; notes that the funerals were attended by a reported 50,000 people and understands that this disaster had a significant and lasting effect on the community and the surrounding areas; notes commemorations will take place in 2013, organised, among others, by Lambhill and District Community Council and Lambhill Stables; recognises the dangerous and difficult conditions in which miners work, and believes that health and safety is crucial in all work places and should not be compromised.
Supported by: Michael McMahon, Jenny Marra, Iain Gray, Hanzala Malik, Drew Smith, Hugh Henry, Jackie Baillie, Sarah Boyack, Malcolm Chisholm, Margaret McCulloch, Margaret McDougall, Elaine Murray, Jamie Hepburn, Kenneth Gibson, Bob Doris, Richard Simpson, Neil Findlay, Anne McTaggart, Linda Fabiani, Clare Adamson
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That the Parliament welcomes the official opening of the Benview Campus in Ruchill Park, Glasgow; notes that the campus replaces a number of schools and comprises Highpark and St Cuthbert’s primary schools, the Benview Early Years Centre and the specialised Language and Communication Resource for Children with Autism; congratulates the Labour administration of Glasgow City Council for the development and completion of the new campus; praises the staff and children for their hard work in making what it considers a successful transition from their former locations to the new shared site, and wishes the school community well for the future.
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That the Parliament welcomes the official opening of the Benview Campus in Ruchill Park, Glasgow; notes that the campus replaces a number of schools and comprises Highpark and St Cuthbert’s primary schools, the Benview Early Years Centre and the specialised Language and Communication Resource for Children with Autism; congratulates the Labour administration of Glasgow City Council for the development and completion of the new campus; praises the staff and children for their hard work in making what it considers a successful transition from their former locations to the new shared site, and wishes the school community well for the future.
Supported by: Hanzala Malik, Hugh Henry, Neil Findlay, Drew Smith, Nigel Don, Jackie Baillie, Margaret McCulloch, Anne McTaggart, Kevin Stewart, Colin Beattie, Sandra White, Sarah Boyack, Richard Simpson, Gil Paterson
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That the Parliament notes Partick Thistle’s 2-0 victory against Falkirk at Falkirk Football Stadium on 20 April 2013; welcomes the result, which confirms Partick Thistle’s promotion to the SPL as Scottish First Division champions; congratulates the management, staff, players and supporters of the club and considers that their tremendous effort over the course of the season has allowed the team to regain its proper place among Scottish football’s elite; praises the club’s commitment to supporter involvement via The Jags Trust and the community initiatives undertaken in tandem with the trust, and wishes all at Firhill a successful season in 2013-14 as one of Glasgow’s representatives in the Scottish Premier League.
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That the Parliament notes Partick Thistle’s 2-0 victory against Falkirk at Falkirk Football Stadium on 20 April 2013; welcomes the result, which confirms Partick Thistle’s promotion to the SPL as Scottish First Division champions; congratulates the management, staff, players and supporters of the club and considers that their tremendous effort over the course of the season has allowed the team to regain its proper place among Scottish football’s elite; praises the club’s commitment to supporter involvement via The Jags Trust and the community initiatives undertaken in tandem with the trust, and wishes all at Firhill a successful season in 2013-14 as one of Glasgow’s representatives in the Scottish Premier League.
Supported by: Hanzala Malik, Malcolm Chisholm, Mary Fee, Neil Bibby, Jackie Baillie, Helen Eadie, Neil Findlay, Anne McTaggart, Jamie Hepburn R, Sandra White, Richard Simpson, Drew Smith, Stuart McMillan
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That the Parliament congratulates all the runners, walkers and pram pushers who took part in the annual North Glasgow 5k; understands that, yet again, thousands of residents from the communities of north Glasgow took part in the 5k, organised by the North Glasgow Healthy Living Community; believes that this free event plays an important role in helping to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity by providing a fun community event open to all regardless of age or ability; commends the organisers for their hard work in staging the event, and recognises the support provided by partner organisations such as the police, Glasgow City Council and local housing associations to ensure the ongoing success of the NG5k.
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That the Parliament congratulates all the runners, walkers and pram pushers who took part in the annual North Glasgow 5k; understands that, yet again, thousands of residents from the communities of north Glasgow took part in the 5k, organised by the North Glasgow Healthy Living Community; believes that this free event plays an important role in helping to raise awareness of the importance of physical activity by providing a fun community event open to all regardless of age or ability; commends the organisers for their hard work in staging the event, and recognises the support provided by partner organisations such as the police, Glasgow City Council and local housing associations to ensure the ongoing success of the NG5k.
Supported by: Bob Doris, Hanzala Malik, Annabelle Ewing, Nigel Don, Neil Bibby, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, Kevin Stewart, Jackie Baillie, Clare Adamson, Chic Brodie, Jamie Hepburn, David Torrance, Sandra White, Gil Paterson, Richard Simpson, Maureen Watt, Colin Beattie, Elaine Murray, Drew Smith, Stuart McMillan, Anne McTaggart, Margaret McDougall
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That the Parliament notes Scotland’s Martin Laird's victory in the Texas Open on 7 April 2013; understands that the win was secured in the final round delivering the Glaswegian’s first title in over two years; recognises that the result saw him beat the world ranking number two golfer by two shots; congratulates Martin Laird on this achievement, which secures him a place in the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, and wishes him every success in the Masters, which starts on 11 April 2013.
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That the Parliament notes Scotland’s Martin Laird's victory in the Texas Open on 7 April 2013; understands that the win was secured in the final round delivering the Glaswegian’s first title in over two years; recognises that the result saw him beat the world ranking number two golfer by two shots; congratulates Martin Laird on this achievement, which secures him a place in the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, and wishes him every success in the Masters, which starts on 11 April 2013.
Supported by: John Mason, Dennis Robertson, Annabelle Ewing, Bill Walker, Jackie Baillie, Bill Kidd, James Kelly, Mike MacKenzie, John Pentland, Stuart McMillan, Anne McTaggart, Richard Lyle, Roderick Campbell, Kevin Stewart, Neil Findlay, Hanzala Malik, Bob Doris, Sandra White, Gil Paterson, Kenneth Gibson, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Maureen Watt, Stewart Maxwell, Colin Keir, Hugh Henry
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That the Parliament understands that almost 12,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with throat cancer every year and that the number of cases is rising rapidly, with the incidence of oropharyngeal cancer having doubled between 2002 and 2006; notes that men are most likely to be affected; welcomes the launch of the Throat Cancer Foundation, which aims to raise awareness of this issue and improve public understanding of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and knowledge of the symptoms to enable early diagnosis and treatment; further notes the strong link between the human papilloma virus (HPV) and throat cancer; considers that many cases of throat and other cancers could be prevented through a comprehensive and gender-neutral HPV immunisation programme; notes that the Australian Government is extending its HPV immunisation programme to boys, and urges the Scottish Government to seriously consider such a step.
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That the Parliament understands that almost 12,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with throat cancer every year and that the number of cases is rising rapidly, with the incidence of oropharyngeal cancer having doubled between 2002 and 2006; notes that men are most likely to be affected; welcomes the launch of the Throat Cancer Foundation, which aims to raise awareness of this issue and improve public understanding of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and knowledge of the symptoms to enable early diagnosis and treatment; further notes the strong link between the human papilloma virus (HPV) and throat cancer; considers that many cases of throat and other cancers could be prevented through a comprehensive and gender-neutral HPV immunisation programme; notes that the Australian Government is extending its HPV immunisation programme to boys, and urges the Scottish Government to seriously consider such a step.
Supported by: John Pentland, Jackie Baillie, Anne McTaggart, Richard Simpson, Hanzala Malik, Elaine Murray, Patrick Harvie, Margaret McCulloch, Richard Baker, Hugh Henry, Jenny Marra, John Finnie, James Kelly, Margaret McDougall, Iain Gray, Elaine Smith, Graeme Pearson, Rhoda Grant
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That the Parliament congratulates Andy Murray on winning the Sony Open tennis final in Miami; notes that he defeated David Ferrer by two sets to one; commends the Scottish athlete on fighting back after losing the first five games in the opening set; celebrates the news that this triumph propels him into second place in the world rankings, and hopes for further victories for Britain's Murray in 2013 and beyond.
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That the Parliament congratulates Andy Murray on winning the Sony Open tennis final in Miami; notes that he defeated David Ferrer by two sets to one; commends the Scottish athlete on fighting back after losing the first five games in the opening set; celebrates the news that this triumph propels him into second place in the world rankings, and hopes for further victories for Britain's Murray in 2013 and beyond.
Supported by: Jackie Baillie, Hugh Henry, Anne McTaggart, Neil Findlay, Claudia Beamish, Richard Simpson, Margaret McDougall, Nigel Don, Neil Bibby, Jamie Hepburn
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That the Parliament notes the election of Ishan Salim and Michaela McIlroy as the Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament for Glasgow Maryhill and Springburn; congratulates both on their success in the election process, and wishes them and all their colleagues in the Scottish Youth Parliament well during their term of office.
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That the Parliament notes the election of Ishan Salim and Michaela McIlroy as the Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament for Glasgow Maryhill and Springburn; congratulates both on their success in the election process, and wishes them and all their colleagues in the Scottish Youth Parliament well during their term of office.
Supported by: Margaret McCulloch, Anne McTaggart, Jackie Baillie, Nigel Don, Neil Findlay, James Kelly, Sandra White, Drew Smith, Helen Eadie, Jamie Hepburn, Hanzala Malik
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That the Parliament notes that Remzije Sherifi has been named as Refugee Woman of the Year at the Migrant and Refugee Woman of the Year Awards in London; notes that Remzije, known as Rema, fled civil war in Kosovo to come to Glasgow in 1999; understands that, since then, Rema has undertaken a great amount of voluntary work, including running the Maryhill Integration Network where, along with three staff and 60 volunteers, she operates a programme of weekly activities in health, learning and art and dance; further understands that Rema was one of the first female radio journalists in Kosovo and continues to use her journalism skills as a volunteer with Migrant Voice, a free newspaper written by migrants to the UK; believes that Rema has previously been recognised for her work in the community when she was named Evening Times Community Champion in the north of Glasgow and when she was nominated for Scotswoman of the Year in 2009; believes that this further accolade is just recognition for all the work that Rema has carried out since coming to the UK, and congratulates her on achieving this award.
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That the Parliament notes that Remzije Sherifi has been named as Refugee Woman of the Year at the Migrant and Refugee Woman of the Year Awards in London; notes that Remzije, known as Rema, fled civil war in Kosovo to come to Glasgow in 1999; understands that, since then, Rema has undertaken a great amount of voluntary work, including running the Maryhill Integration Network where, along with three staff and 60 volunteers, she operates a programme of weekly activities in health, learning and art and dance; further understands that Rema was one of the first female radio journalists in Kosovo and continues to use her journalism skills as a volunteer with Migrant Voice, a free newspaper written by migrants to the UK; believes that Rema has previously been recognised for her work in the community when she was named Evening Times Community Champion in the north of Glasgow and when she was nominated for Scotswoman of the Year in 2009; believes that this further accolade is just recognition for all the work that Rema has carried out since coming to the UK, and congratulates her on achieving this award.
Supported by: Adam Ingram, Anne McTaggart, Jackie Baillie, Kenneth Gibson, Kevin Stewart, Annabelle Ewing, Liam McArthur, Linda Fabiani, Mike MacKenzie, Neil Findlay, Bob Doris, Christina McKelvie, Richard Lyle, Jean Urquhart, John Finnie, Hanzala Malik, Claudia Beamish, Margaret McDougall, Jamie Hepburn, Mary Fee, Sandra White, Maureen Watt, Clare Adamson
Current Status: Fallen on 08/05/2013
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