That the Parliament notes that Scotland’s National Youth Choir has become what it believes is the first youth arts organisation to win a coveted Royal Philharmonic Society award in the Ensemble category; understands that the Royal Philharmonic Society music awards are the highest recognition for live classical music making in the UK and that the award was judged by the three core values of the Royal Philharmonic Society, creativity, excellence and understanding; further understands that the award was given in celebration of the choir’s achievements in the UK in 2011, a year that saw the 15th anniversary of the National Youth Choir; congratulates all those involved in the choir on what it considers its outstanding achievement, and recognises the important contribution that the National Youth Choir makes to Scotland’s cultural scene.
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That the Parliament notes that Scotland’s National Youth Choir has become what it believes is the first youth arts organisation to win a coveted Royal Philharmonic Society award in the Ensemble category; understands that the Royal Philharmonic Society music awards are the highest recognition for live classical music making in the UK and that the award was judged by the three core values of the Royal Philharmonic Society, creativity, excellence and understanding; further understands that the award was given in celebration of the choir’s achievements in the UK in 2011, a year that saw the 15th anniversary of the National Youth Choir; congratulates all those involved in the choir on what it considers its outstanding achievement, and recognises the important contribution that the National Youth Choir makes to Scotland’s cultural scene.
Supported by: Jackie Baillie, Helen Eadie, Fiona McLeod, Annabelle Ewing, Jean Urquhart, Jamie McGrigor, Iain Gray, Patricia Ferguson, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Kenneth Gibson, Murdo Fraser, Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart, Bill Walker, Anne McTaggart, Ruth Davidson, Gordon MacDonald, Neil Bibby, John Lamont, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, Liam McArthur, Hanzala Malik, Margaret Mitchell
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That the Parliament congratulates Castle Semple in Lochwinnoch on its appointment as a Royal Yachting Association Centre of Excellence for disability sailing; recognises that the centre is the first in Scotland to achieve this award, and commends Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park on its commitment to be more accessible to all.
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That the Parliament congratulates Castle Semple in Lochwinnoch on its appointment as a Royal Yachting Association Centre of Excellence for disability sailing; recognises that the centre is the first in Scotland to achieve this award, and commends Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park on its commitment to be more accessible to all.
Current Status: Fallen on 18/05/2012
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That the Parliament notes with concern the Scottish Government's proposals to abolish prison visiting committees and replace them with a prisoner advocacy service; considers that the independent scrutiny of prison conditions through regular, unannounced inspections and the independent examination of prisoner complaints is an important check and balance for the prison system; believes that, as they provide regular external scrutiny, are appointed from the local community and are independent from the Scottish Prison Service, prison visiting committees provide a distinct but complementary role to Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Prisons; notes that the Scottish Government's consultation on the independent monitoring of prisons, which was carried out in 2011, did not include proposals for an advocacy service to replace the committees and that 59 out of 60 respondents to the consultation wanted to retain the independent oversight role that it considers the committees fulfil; further notes that, in 2005, a review of the committees recommended that they be re-established as independent monitoring boards and that there should be changes to improve their impact and consistency; understands that, on 22 December 2011, the Cabinet Secretary for Justice said that the cost of running the committees was less than that anticipated for the proposed advocacy service, and believes that prison visiting committees offer excellent value for money, that they should be retained and that the proposed prisoner advocacy service should complement, but not replace, their role.
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That the Parliament notes with concern the Scottish Government's proposals to abolish prison visiting committees and replace them with a prisoner advocacy service; considers that the independent scrutiny of prison conditions through regular, unannounced inspections and the independent examination of prisoner complaints is an important check and balance for the prison system; believes that, as they provide regular external scrutiny, are appointed from the local community and are independent from the Scottish Prison Service, prison visiting committees provide a distinct but complementary role to Her Majesty's Inspectorate of Prisons; notes that the Scottish Government's consultation on the independent monitoring of prisons, which was carried out in 2011, did not include proposals for an advocacy service to replace the committees and that 59 out of 60 respondents to the consultation wanted to retain the independent oversight role that it considers the committees fulfil; further notes that, in 2005, a review of the committees recommended that they be re-established as independent monitoring boards and that there should be changes to improve their impact and consistency; understands that, on 22 December 2011, the Cabinet Secretary for Justice said that the cost of running the committees was less than that anticipated for the proposed advocacy service, and believes that prison visiting committees offer excellent value for money, that they should be retained and that the proposed prisoner advocacy service should complement, but not replace, their role.
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 02/02/2012
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That the Parliament congratulates the recent launch of the Mackendrick Film Fund, a new finance company backed by Aegis Film Fund and Prescience Film Finance, which has secured funding of £500,000 from Creative Scotland; notes that this new fund will offer debt and equity finance to domestic and international feature films with Scottish elements, to be shot or post-produced in Scotland; further notes the fund's aim not only to attract commercial international feature films of quality to Scotland, but also to boost home-grown productions that meet the fund's criteria; considers that Scotland’s film sector is varied, creative and alive; recognises the potential that Scotland has to offer in terms of fantastic locations, and believes that Scotland has a great talent base and creative future in film-making.
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That the Parliament congratulates the recent launch of the Mackendrick Film Fund, a new finance company backed by Aegis Film Fund and Prescience Film Finance, which has secured funding of £500,000 from Creative Scotland; notes that this new fund will offer debt and equity finance to domestic and international feature films with Scottish elements, to be shot or post-produced in Scotland; further notes the fund's aim not only to attract commercial international feature films of quality to Scotland, but also to boost home-grown productions that meet the fund's criteria; considers that Scotland’s film sector is varied, creative and alive; recognises the potential that Scotland has to offer in terms of fantastic locations, and believes that Scotland has a great talent base and creative future in film-making.
Current Status: Fallen on 18/05/2012
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That the Parliament congratulates the Addiction Recovery Centre in Kirkintilloch on its successful bid to the Bank of Scotland Foundation’s Small Grant Programme; notes that the centre has secured £6,500, and recognises that this funding will enable the centre to continue what it considers its sterling work, providing support to those seeking help to recover from addiction to alcohol, drugs and gambling and helping to bring positive consequences for family members who are also affected by such addiction.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Addiction Recovery Centre in Kirkintilloch on its successful bid to the Bank of Scotland Foundation’s Small Grant Programme; notes that the centre has secured £6,500, and recognises that this funding will enable the centre to continue what it considers its sterling work, providing support to those seeking help to recover from addiction to alcohol, drugs and gambling and helping to bring positive consequences for family members who are also affected by such addiction.
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2012
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That the Parliament considers that the Renton Community Development Trust, which formed in 2004, makes a very significant contribution; commends the success of the trust in pursuing a model of financial independence that it considers has brought huge benefits to the local community, such as the retention of a retail presence, promotion of private residential development, provision of the ground for a local health centre and housing support for care of older people, and congratulates the determination of all those associated with the Renton Community Development Trust, which it believes, by demonstrating such faith in its community, has transformed it.
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That the Parliament considers that the Renton Community Development Trust, which formed in 2004, makes a very significant contribution; commends the success of the trust in pursuing a model of financial independence that it considers has brought huge benefits to the local community, such as the retention of a retail presence, promotion of private residential development, provision of the ground for a local health centre and housing support for care of older people, and congratulates the determination of all those associated with the Renton Community Development Trust, which it believes, by demonstrating such faith in its community, has transformed it.
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2012
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That the Parliament congratulates the Kirkintilloch-based Volunteer Centre East Dunbartonshire; understands that the centre provides a central point for volunteering throughout East Dunbartonshire and that it aims to encourage and support local people who wish to offer their services to help others in their community; recognises the Volunteer Champions Project, a school-based initiative that promotes volunteering to teenagers; believes that, by volunteering, local young people are showing dedication and clearly have a social conscience; applauds the befriending service, which pairs a volunteer with an isolated adult, providing what it considers to be a vital source of friendship, assistance and company that reflects an admirable model of being a good neighbour, and commends what it sees as the excellent contribution that this organisation and the voluntary sector make to the community.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Kirkintilloch-based Volunteer Centre East Dunbartonshire; understands that the centre provides a central point for volunteering throughout East Dunbartonshire and that it aims to encourage and support local people who wish to offer their services to help others in their community; recognises the Volunteer Champions Project, a school-based initiative that promotes volunteering to teenagers; believes that, by volunteering, local young people are showing dedication and clearly have a social conscience; applauds the befriending service, which pairs a volunteer with an isolated adult, providing what it considers to be a vital source of friendship, assistance and company that reflects an admirable model of being a good neighbour, and commends what it sees as the excellent contribution that this organisation and the voluntary sector make to the community.
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 11/01/2012
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That the Parliament congratulates the following organisations throughout the West of Scotland that have won awards from the October 2011 Big Lottery Fund totalling £117,999 - Clydebank Housing Association Ltd, Barrmill and District Community Association, Greenfaulds Divers, Williamsburgh Primary School Parent Teacher Association, Hillview Nursery Parents Management Committee, Ferguslie Community Nursery Committee, Adamslie Playpark Committee, Walking Tour on Wheels, Barrhead Centre Service Users Comfort Fund, St Columba Church Playgroup Mother and Toddler Group Kilmacolm, 2nd Johnstone Boys Brigade, Bengali Performing Arts, The Meadow United Group, Brucehill Early Education and Childcare Centre, Vineburgh Community Centre Management Committee, Springside Primary School, St Bridget's Primary School and Largs Sail Training Association, and commends the positive contribution that it considers these organisations make to their local communities.
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That the Parliament congratulates the following organisations throughout the West of Scotland that have won awards from the October 2011 Big Lottery Fund totalling £117,999 - Clydebank Housing Association Ltd, Barrmill and District Community Association, Greenfaulds Divers, Williamsburgh Primary School Parent Teacher Association, Hillview Nursery Parents Management Committee, Ferguslie Community Nursery Committee, Adamslie Playpark Committee, Walking Tour on Wheels, Barrhead Centre Service Users Comfort Fund, St Columba Church Playgroup Mother and Toddler Group Kilmacolm, 2nd Johnstone Boys Brigade, Bengali Performing Arts, The Meadow United Group, Brucehill Early Education and Childcare Centre, Vineburgh Community Centre Management Committee, Springside Primary School, St Bridget's Primary School and Largs Sail Training Association, and commends the positive contribution that it considers these organisations make to their local communities.
Supported by: Kevin Stewart, Stuart McMillan, Margaret McDougall, Neil Bibby, Mary Fee, David Torrance, Derek Mackay, Mike MacKenzie, Margaret Burgess, Stewart Maxwell, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Gil Paterson, Chic Brodie, Alex Johnstone, Jamie McGrigor, Jackie Baillie, Mary Scanlon
Current Status: Fallen on 26/01/2012
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That the Parliament congratulates Moving On, a recovery skills service for recovering drug addicts, which has been promoting recovery in Inverclyde for over 10 years; commends its commitment to recovering drug addicts in Inverclyde; considers the service that Moving On provides vital and commends the knowledge and recovery skills imparted to clients to help rebuild confidence, self-esteem, life-skills and positive futures and the commitment of staff and the enthusiasm shown by the clients, and supports the ultimate goal of Moving On, which is a self-sustaining recovery community.
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That the Parliament congratulates Moving On, a recovery skills service for recovering drug addicts, which has been promoting recovery in Inverclyde for over 10 years; commends its commitment to recovering drug addicts in Inverclyde; considers the service that Moving On provides vital and commends the knowledge and recovery skills imparted to clients to help rebuild confidence, self-esteem, life-skills and positive futures and the commitment of staff and the enthusiasm shown by the clients, and supports the ultimate goal of Moving On, which is a self-sustaining recovery community.
Supported by: Nanette Milne, Jackie Baillie, Gil Paterson, Jamie McGrigor, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Hanzala Malik, John Scott, Kenneth Gibson, Jackson Carlaw, Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart, Mike MacKenzie, Anne McTaggart, Ruth Davidson, Derek Mackay, Margaret McDougall, David Stewart, Stuart McMillan, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Lyle, John Lamont, Liz Smith, Joe FitzPatrick
Current Status: Fallen on 05/12/2011
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As an amendment to motion S4M-00082 in the name of Kenneth Gibson (No Necessity for a Coal-fired Power Station at Hunterston), leave out from “concern” to end and insert “regret that what it considers SNP dogma has rendered the Scottish Government unable to support the realisation of, and benefits from, future low-carbon electricity from nuclear generating capacity at Hunterston B; notes the effect that this opposition to nuclear generation of electricity has on the energy security needs of Scotland; notes that what it considers the Scottish Government's intransigence on this important issue has made possible the spectre of a new coal-fired power plant at Hunterston being necessary to bridge the gap in Scotland's energy needs; concludes that, given the energy security and climate change issues involved, the UK Government was right to submit all the bids that it received for New Entrants Reserve 300 funding to the European Investment Bank rather than making a unilateral decision on Scottish bids on behalf of the Scottish Executive, and trusts that, in light of the SNP’s 2011 manifesto, the very real concerns referred to above will be heeded.”
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As an amendment to motion S4M-00082 in the name of Kenneth Gibson (No Necessity for a Coal-fired Power Station at Hunterston), leave out from “concern” to end and insert “regret that what it considers SNP dogma has rendered the Scottish Government unable to support the realisation of, and benefits from, future low-carbon electricity from nuclear generating capacity at Hunterston B; notes the effect that this opposition to nuclear generation of electricity has on the energy security needs of Scotland; notes that what it considers the Scottish Government's intransigence on this important issue has made possible the spectre of a new coal-fired power plant at Hunterston being necessary to bridge the gap in Scotland's energy needs; concludes that, given the energy security and climate change issues involved, the UK Government was right to submit all the bids that it received for New Entrants Reserve 300 funding to the European Investment Bank rather than making a unilateral decision on Scottish bids on behalf of the Scottish Executive, and trusts that, in light of the SNP’s 2011 manifesto, the very real concerns referred to above will be heeded.”
Supported by: John Lamont, Liz Smith, Margaret Mitchell, Jackson Carlaw, Murdo Fraser, Jamie McGrigor, Nanette Milne
Current Status: Fallen on 05/12/2011
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