Parliamentary Activity
Scott Inquiry — 53 mentions in Parliament since Apr 2016
Pat Scott retirement from the Huntly Express
That this House notes Pat Scott is retiring as Chief Reporter with Highland News and Media, having served as Editor of the Huntly Express; understands that Pat joined the Huntly Express in 1978 and has reported on Huntly and district diligently since that time; notes that Pat has worked for four different owners of the newspaper and in five different locations over the past 44 years; commends the unstinting support the Huntly Express has given its local community over the years under Pat’s le...
Louise Aitchison and domestic violence protection
That this House recognises the truth of abuse and its genuine impact on society; acknowledges that there are hundreds of female deaths, many registered as suicides across the UK and that a significant proportion of these involve cases of domestic abuse; asks the Government to amend how they investigate domestic abuse cases and risks to survivors to utilise specialised frontline responders who are fully trained in handling domestic abuse cases; appreciates the work of professionals including P...
SNP Election results in Midlothian
That this House congratulates the Scottish National Party (SNP) Midlothian Council group on their success in being elected as the largest party following Thursday 6th May’s local elections; recognises that the SNP successfully won both the most seats and the most votes, and has therefore secured a mandate to form Midlothian Council’s next administration; recognises that the SNP’s success in Midlothian reflects the people of Midlothian’s desire for a new administration that prioritises local s...
HMRC and the Stay in East Kilbride campaign
That this House acknowledges the success of the Stay in EK Campaign supporting and preserving the highly skilled workforce located within HMRC in East Kilbride; recognises that the campaign was spearheaded by the Public and Commercial Services Union led by PCS Branch President, Scott Clark, alongside PCS Branch President, John Davidson; notes that it was reported widely upon by Andrea Lambrou at the East Kilbride News; further notes that it was supported by thousands of members of the public ...
Life on the Breadline Report
That this House welcomes the publication of Life on the Breadline: Christianity, Poverty and Politics in the 21st Century City, researched and written by Dr Stephanie Denning, Dr Chris Shannahan, Professor Robert Beckford and Professor Peter Scott; notes that the research analyses the nature, reach and impact of Christian responses to austerity age poverty, providing insights into the impact of Christian engagement with poverty and raising new challenges for policymakers on responding to pove...
Tokyo Paralympic success for swimmer Scott Quin
That this House congratulates para-swimmer Scott Quin on his bronze medal after a brilliant race in the SB14 100m breaststroke at the Tokyo Paralympics; notes the result was all the more remarkable given Scott had just returned to the pool shortly before the final following a period of covid-19 related self-isolation; recognises that Scott was diagnosed with Crouzon syndrome at birth with a three per cent chance of survival and has gone on to become an elite para-sport swimmer winning medals ...
Olympic medallists Duncan Scott and Tom Dean
That this House congratulates University of Stirling swimmer Duncan Scott and teammate Tom Dean for winning Olympic Silver and Gold respectively in the Men’s 200 metre Freestyle at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games; notes the hard work, commitment and dedication both of those athletes have exemplified in their training and in previous competitions; and wishes Mr Scott and Mr Dean well in their future endeavours.
Scott Martin's book, Before I Forget
That this House congratulates Scott Martin, who has self-published a book written during covid titled Before I forget; notes that the book is now on its third print run and that Scott has now raised over £7000 for Alzheimer's Scotland; further that sales have came as far afield as Australia and the United States; that Scott chose this charity as a tribute to his mum, Anne Martin who suffers dementia; that the title of the book is a nod to the effects of dementia and has allowed Scott to commi...
Stirling Constituency Olympic Athletes
That this House congratulates Andrew Butchart, Kathleen Dawson, Ross Murdoch and Duncan Scott for being selected by Team GB to take part in the Tokyo Olympic Games; notes the hard work and dedication that it has taken to get to the games; and wishes them good luck and success in these Olympic Games.
Oil and Gas UK Awards
That this House congratulates the winners and finalists of the OGUK Awards, which brings the offshore oil and gas industry together to celebrate its brightest and best; acknowledges the exceptional work of the winners in the following categories: Apprentice of the Year, Scott Milligan, Graduate of the Year, Connor Robb, Mentor of the Year, John Hogg, Workforce Engagement, Spirit Energy, Business Innovation SME, Omniscient Safety Innovations Ltd, Business Innovation Large Enterprise, Petrofac,...
Livingston cyclist Josh Quigley breaks world record
That this House congratulates Livingston cyclist Josh Quigley for breaking the world record of fastest cycle round the North Coast 500; recognises that his achievement took place just nine months after sustaining life-threatening injuries in a crash; acknowledges that he used the challenge to raise money for Baylor Scott and White Central Texas Foundation where he was treated after he was hit by a car at 70mph on a round-the-world cycling trip; notes that he completed the route in a time of 3...
Dean Jones' fundraising for Walk With Scott Foundation
That this House congratulates Dean Jones of Tranent for raising in excess of £2,000 to date for the Walk With Scott Foundation by live streaming his singing over the internet; recognises the work done by the Foundation in supporting vulnerable people and promoting health and well-being across East Lothian; wishes him the best as he continues to perform and raise funds; and recognises also the contribution of his children, Lyla and Cooper, who join him in performing.
Openreach engineer Scott McPartlin
That this House notes that Openreach engineer Scott McPartlin, who hails from Rutherglen, camped out on the island of Coll for three days to reconnect islanders following a lightning strike; understands that Scott camped on Feall Beach and undertook several three mile hikes to reach the most remote parts of the island to fix the broadband to residential properties and the island’s medical practice; celebrates Scott’s intrepid efforts as the so-called Openreach's Bear Grylls to ensure that som...
Death of Cathie Martin of the Calton
That this House marks the passing of Cathie Martin, resident and community activist in the Calton, and stalwart of the local housing association movement; recognises Cathie's long standing voluntary work on the Calton Community Council, and the Calton Area Association, which included the annual Calton Gala Day, Christmas parties for young people and families, and the establishment of Elcho Gardens; notes that Cathie became a member of Thenue Housing Association in 2001 and was appointed to th...
Commemorating Ross Scott
That this House notes with deep regret the passing of Ross Scott, a caring, passionate young man from Kirkcaldy who developed AIDS having unknowingly lived with HIV virus for two years, and succumbed to his illness on 14th January aged just 25; commends his bravery in using his own diagnosis in 2017 to raise awareness of HIV and the need for people to know if they have been affected; commends HIV Scotland's commitment to increase its campaign around HIV testing in Ross's memory, to reach more...
50TH ANNIVERSARY OF EAST KILBRIDE YOUTH CLUB
That this House honours the players, coaches, and chairmen who have contributed to the 50 year history of East Kilbride Youth Club's excellence and success; thanks the founding members of the club, including Ronnie Balloch, Jimmy Hunter, Jimmy Blyth, and Willie Hendry, who began the club; appreciates the families who have contributed players to the club, particularly Robert, Scott, and Alex McLeavy, and Robert Sr., Robert Jr, and Aaron McKinnon; praises past recipients of the Player's and Coa...
POP IN THE CITY ST ANDREWS
That this House marks the first ever Pop in the City event in the UK being held In St Andrews; congratulates organisers Ninon Huqeunin-Dezot and Robin Barat at Pop In Events, Kerry Watson and Scott Francis at the University of St Andrews, Debbie MacCallum, chair of Tourism St Andrews, and Jane Kennedy and Stephanie Peebles at BID St Andrews, on co-ordinating the event and accommodating 500 female participants, the Popins, in St Andrews over the course of one weekend; notes the support of loca...
CELEBRATION OF SHOWPARK GATES
That this House congratulates Rebecca Scott of the constituency East Kilbride, Strathaven, and Lesmahagow who won a school competition for South Lanarkshire Council to design the new gates for the Showpark in East Kilbride; notes that Rebecca is 15 years old from Duncanrig Secondary in S4; further notes that she is an Explorer scout for the 1st East Kilbride Scout group and loves adventures, arts and painting; acknowledges the wonderful new gates with silver ivy leaves in contrast to the blac...
CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF PAUL HENDERSON SCOTT
That this House celebrates the life of Paul Henderson Scott and mourns his passing on 15 March 2019 at the age of 98; notes his extraordinary contribution to the political and artistic life of Scotland as President and convener of the Saltire Society, President of the Scottish Centre for International PEN, vice-chair of the SNP and spokesperson for Culture and International Affairs, Rector of Dundee University and a leading voice in a number of successful campaigns in support of the cultural ...
GALSTON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TRUST AND THE PORTLAND
That this House congratulates Galston Community Development Trust on the completion of its regeneration project, The Portland, Galston, at the site of the former Portland Arms, Cross Street, Galston; notes that the Trust already has full business occupancy within the premises which will hopefully keep the project on a sustainable footing; welcomes the five businesses which have set up in the Portland, namely, Fascinators by Leanne, Scott Gray Physiotherapist, Corporate Stress Management, Bonn...
CELTIC FOOTBALL CLUB - DOUBLE TREBLE WINNERS
That this House congratulates all the players and management of Celtic Football Club on winning the 2018 Scottish Cup having beaten Motherwell FC by two goals to nil, thanks to goals from Callum McGregor and Olivier Ntcham thereby securing an unprecedented double-treble of back-to-back SPFL titles, Scottish League Cups and Scottish Cups; recognises in particular the role played in that success by manager Brendan Rodgers and club captain Scott Brown, in his testimonial year; and wishes Celtic ...
DAME BARBARA WINDSOR
That this House notes the tremendous impact that Dame Barbara Windsor has had on the lives of so many during her wonderful career in the arts and media; thanks her and her husband, Scott Mitchell, for their tremendous courage in opening up about her battle with Alzheimer's; and wishes them every blessing as they travel through their Alzheimer's journey.
CELTIC FOOTBALL CLUB - SEVEN IN A ROW
That this House congratulates Celtic Football Club on winning its seventh consecutive Scottish Premiership league title after a stunning 5-0 victory at Parkhead against local rivals, Rangers; commends Celtic manager, Brendan Rodgers, and club captain, Scott Brown, on their exemplary leadership of the East End team; and wishes the club every success for the remainder of the season as it strives for a back-to-back domestic treble.
60th ANNIVERSARY OF ST BRIGID'S PRIMARY SCHOOL
That this House recognises that St Brigid's Primary School in Toryglen celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2018; understands that the school first opened on 30 April 1958; believes that St Brigid 's Primary School has made a substantial contribution to educating youngsters in an area of Glasgow that has undergone significant transformation in recent years; congratulates the school on reaching this important milestone; and wishes the headteacher, Mrs Carol Scott, staff and pupils every success ...
LONG SERVICE RECOGNITION OF STAFF OF THE HOUSE
That this House applauds the outstanding service given by the staff of the House; specifically recognises the dedication over 40 years by Phil Short, Les Stockwell, Mike King and Ron Lucken; notes that all four attended Scott Lidgett School in Drummond Road, Bermondsey in the same year together and began working for the House in 1976-77, the former two for the Serjeant At Arms Department, now In-House Team, and the latter two for the Parliamentary Works Department; congratulates them on their...