That the Parliament acknowledges One Parent Families Scotland’s (OPFS) Transforming Lives project for parents aged between 16 and 25, which operates as part of OPFS’ Young Parents Progression Model and runs in both North and South Lanarkshire; notes that the project runs for 10 weeks at a time and includes sessions on healthy lifestyles, money management, introduction to the world of work and child development among others, and aims to give young parents the chance to develop skills and grow their confidence in preparation for the world of work; understands that participants are given childcare, lunch and travel expenses, which allows them to attend; believes that the project also has a beneficial social aspect by introducing young parents to one another and providing a network of peer support; further understands that the project employs an additional two members of staff through the Community Jobs Scotland partnership, which helps parents to develop skills and gain experience; notes that the Transforming Lives Programme is funded through the STV Appeal; understands that several young people who have completed the course are now undertaking an employability skills course at Cumbernauld College, and hopes that the Transforming Lives project will continue to be of great benefit to those young parents taking part.
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That the Parliament acknowledges One Parent Families Scotland’s (OPFS) Transforming Lives project for parents aged between 16 and 25, which operates as part of OPFS’ Young Parents Progression Model and runs in both North and South Lanarkshire; notes that the project runs for 10 weeks at a time and includes sessions on healthy lifestyles, money management, introduction to the world of work and child development among others, and aims to give young parents the chance to develop skills and grow their confidence in preparation for the world of work; understands that participants are given childcare, lunch and travel expenses, which allows them to attend; believes that the project also has a beneficial social aspect by introducing young parents to one another and providing a network of peer support; further understands that the project employs an additional two members of staff through the Community Jobs Scotland partnership, which helps parents to develop skills and gain experience; notes that the Transforming Lives Programme is funded through the STV Appeal; understands that several young people who have completed the course are now undertaking an employability skills course at Cumbernauld College, and hopes that the Transforming Lives project will continue to be of great benefit to those young parents taking part.
Supported by: Jackie Baillie, John Pentland, Jackson Carlaw, Kenneth Gibson, Jamie McGrigor, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, John Lamont, Richard Lyle, Margaret Burgess, Graeme Pearson, Anne McTaggart
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That the Parliament welcomes Big Bike Day, Lanarkshire’s third annual cycling day, which will take place on 3 June 2012 at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton; recognises that the event aims to encourage more local people to enjoy the benefits of cycling; acknowledges that there will be events for cyclists of all abilities including short and medium road rides, off-road rides and a 60-mile Diamond Challenge Ride; notes that visitors will also be able to participate in cycle orienteering and have free bike safety checks, and considers that the event is a great way to inspire local people to take up cycling.
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That the Parliament welcomes Big Bike Day, Lanarkshire’s third annual cycling day, which will take place on 3 June 2012 at Chatelherault Country Park in Hamilton; recognises that the event aims to encourage more local people to enjoy the benefits of cycling; acknowledges that there will be events for cyclists of all abilities including short and medium road rides, off-road rides and a 60-mile Diamond Challenge Ride; notes that visitors will also be able to participate in cycle orienteering and have free bike safety checks, and considers that the event is a great way to inspire local people to take up cycling.
Supported by: Anne McTaggart, Siobhan McMahon, Kevin Stewart, Paul Wheelhouse, Joan McAlpine, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, Jim Hume, Christina McKelvie, John Lamont, Liz Smith, Murdo Fraser, Jamie McGrigor, Bill Kidd, Nanette Milne, Sandra White, Mary Scanlon, Jean Urquhart
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That the Parliament notes the conclusions of the Carnegie UK Trust’s report, A New Chapter: Public Library Services in the 21st Century; welcomes the report’s findings that 76% of Scots consider libraries to be either an essential or very important service to the community; considers that this research shows the continued importance of public libraries, which are still used by half the population at least once a year, with 56% of users using the library once a month; considers that public libraries provide a unique community space and an opportunity for those who might otherwise be excluded to read books, newspapers and access IT and online services; further notes what it sees as the strengths of Scottish libraries, including their extensive network and qualified staff; acknowledges that there is scope for Scotland’s libraries to develop and grow in the 21st century, including the provision of ebooks and 24-hour online services; believes that libraries should at their core remain a public service provided on a universal basis to all, which it considers has encouraged and supported adult learning and general education opportunities, and hopes that Scotland’s libraries will continue to provide spaces in which communities can create and provide their own services and organise community activity.
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That the Parliament notes the conclusions of the Carnegie UK Trust’s report, A New Chapter: Public Library Services in the 21st Century; welcomes the report’s findings that 76% of Scots consider libraries to be either an essential or very important service to the community; considers that this research shows the continued importance of public libraries, which are still used by half the population at least once a year, with 56% of users using the library once a month; considers that public libraries provide a unique community space and an opportunity for those who might otherwise be excluded to read books, newspapers and access IT and online services; further notes what it sees as the strengths of Scottish libraries, including their extensive network and qualified staff; acknowledges that there is scope for Scotland’s libraries to develop and grow in the 21st century, including the provision of ebooks and 24-hour online services; believes that libraries should at their core remain a public service provided on a universal basis to all, which it considers has encouraged and supported adult learning and general education opportunities, and hopes that Scotland’s libraries will continue to provide spaces in which communities can create and provide their own services and organise community activity.
Supported by: Claudia Beamish, Annabelle Ewing, Annabel Goldie, Jackie Baillie, Jean Urquhart, Mary Scanlon, Linda Fabiani, Sarah Boyack, Sandra White, Nanette Milne, Stewart Maxwell, Roderick Campbell, Jamie McGrigor, James Kelly, Richard Simpson, Kenneth Gibson, Liz Smith, John Park, Jamie Hepburn, John Lamont, Clare Adamson, Richard Lyle, Mike MacKenzie, Kevin Stewart, Drew Smith, Graeme Pearson, Bill Walker, John Mason, Siobhan McMahon, Jenny Marra, Jim Eadie
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That the Parliament recognises the ongoing work of Motherwell Youth Voice; understands that Motherwell Youth Voice, which was established in 2009 as one of six youth forums in North Lanarkshire, aims to improve the local community for the benefit of young people and improve people's perception of them; acknowledges that the group has participated in numerous local activities, including the re-design of Motherwell Library’s teen section; understands that Motherwell Youth Voice organised its own awards evening, Truth About Youth, which acknowledged the involvement of young people in their local community; notes that, last year, it coordinated the event, Youth Be Heard, which brought together decision-makers from North Lanarkshire Council and young people; understands that, as a direct result of these events and the other efforts of Motherwell Youth Voice, young people in North Lanarkshire participating in the physical element of the Duke of Edinburgh Awards' scheme were given free access to North Lanarkshire's leisure facilities for one hour per week for 12 weeks; believes that Motherwell Youth Voice does excellent work representing the young people of Motherwell and building a better community for them, and wishes it all the best for the future.
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That the Parliament recognises the ongoing work of Motherwell Youth Voice; understands that Motherwell Youth Voice, which was established in 2009 as one of six youth forums in North Lanarkshire, aims to improve the local community for the benefit of young people and improve people's perception of them; acknowledges that the group has participated in numerous local activities, including the re-design of Motherwell Library’s teen section; understands that Motherwell Youth Voice organised its own awards evening, Truth About Youth, which acknowledged the involvement of young people in their local community; notes that, last year, it coordinated the event, Youth Be Heard, which brought together decision-makers from North Lanarkshire Council and young people; understands that, as a direct result of these events and the other efforts of Motherwell Youth Voice, young people in North Lanarkshire participating in the physical element of the Duke of Edinburgh Awards' scheme were given free access to North Lanarkshire's leisure facilities for one hour per week for 12 weeks; believes that Motherwell Youth Voice does excellent work representing the young people of Motherwell and building a better community for them, and wishes it all the best for the future.
Supported by: Siobhan McMahon, David Torrance, Kevin Stewart, Mike MacKenzie, Clare Adamson, Richard Lyle, John Pentland, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Jamie Hepburn, John Lamont, Liz Smith, Kenneth Gibson, Jamie McGrigor, Jackson Carlaw, Hanzala Malik, Nanette Milne
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That the Parliament congratulates St Mungo’s High School in Falkirk and Calderglen High School in East Kilbride on reaching the Lloyds TSB Scotland Senior Boys Shield final; notes that the final will take place on 8 May 2012 at St Mirren Park in Paisley; considers that the Scottish Schools’ Football Association provides a wide variety of different competitions for all ages, encouraging school pupils, both boys and girls, to participate in football; believes that the Lloyds TSB Scotland Senior Boys Shield is a tremendous opportunity for these young people in Central Scotland to demonstrate their skills and enthusiasm for football; hopes that it will inspire other young people to participate in sport, and wishes both teams the best of luck.
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That the Parliament congratulates St Mungo’s High School in Falkirk and Calderglen High School in East Kilbride on reaching the Lloyds TSB Scotland Senior Boys Shield final; notes that the final will take place on 8 May 2012 at St Mirren Park in Paisley; considers that the Scottish Schools’ Football Association provides a wide variety of different competitions for all ages, encouraging school pupils, both boys and girls, to participate in football; believes that the Lloyds TSB Scotland Senior Boys Shield is a tremendous opportunity for these young people in Central Scotland to demonstrate their skills and enthusiasm for football; hopes that it will inspire other young people to participate in sport, and wishes both teams the best of luck.
Supported by: Jean Urquhart, Bill Kidd, Jamie McGrigor, John Lamont, David Stewart, Colin Beattie, Jamie Hepburn, Dennis Robertson, Richard Lyle, Angus MacDonald, Mike MacKenzie, Kevin Stewart, David Torrance
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That the Parliament recognises the efforts of Team Chinkwell, which is undertaking the End2End challenge, driving four Dartmoor ponies from John O’Groats to Land’s End in order to raise funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust; notes that the team set off from John O’Groats on 17 April 2012 and aims to reach Land’s End on 16 May 2012; recognises the support of local riding centres and farms throughout Scotland and England, which will help by housing the ponies overnight; further notes, in particular, the involvement of the Horse Haven Riding School, Gartcosh, which, in addition to providing accommodation for ponies and drivers, held a charity night of eventing in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust, raising over £450; considers that the Teenage Cancer Trust provides an excellent service for young people with cancer, and wishes Team Chinkwell all the best in its End2End fundraising adventure.
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That the Parliament recognises the efforts of Team Chinkwell, which is undertaking the End2End challenge, driving four Dartmoor ponies from John O’Groats to Land’s End in order to raise funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust; notes that the team set off from John O’Groats on 17 April 2012 and aims to reach Land’s End on 16 May 2012; recognises the support of local riding centres and farms throughout Scotland and England, which will help by housing the ponies overnight; further notes, in particular, the involvement of the Horse Haven Riding School, Gartcosh, which, in addition to providing accommodation for ponies and drivers, held a charity night of eventing in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust, raising over £450; considers that the Teenage Cancer Trust provides an excellent service for young people with cancer, and wishes Team Chinkwell all the best in its End2End fundraising adventure.
Supported by: Anne McTaggart, David Torrance, Mark McDonald, Mike MacKenzie, John Lamont, Richard Lyle, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, David Stewart, Jamie McGrigor, Sandra White, Murdo Fraser, Jackson Carlaw, Nanette Milne, Jean Urquhart, Elaine Smith
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That the Parliament congratulates Jenna Carlin and Laura Dempster, pupils from Calderglen High School, on winning the John F Doyle award at the East Kilbride Crime Prevention Panel Awards 2012; notes that this award is given to either a young adult or group of young adults who have, through their efforts, contributed positively to the safety and wellbeing of their local community; understands that Jenna and Laura were presented with this honour as a result of their work on providing a befriending service to older people in the community and for organising a music concert to raise money for a local charity; notes that their work is part of a larger European project, Values vs. Violence, which is also known as the Triple-V Project, which operates in Germany, Hungary, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland and aims to raise awareness of the importance of values; further notes that the awards also recognised the S3 pupils from Calderglen High School who produced an educational film, Body Image, which was also part of the Triple-V Project; understands that these pupils are now completing their second film, which will focus on cyberbullying, and hopes that these films will help young people in the local community learn about, and cope with, what are considered to be difficult and challenging issues.
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That the Parliament congratulates Jenna Carlin and Laura Dempster, pupils from Calderglen High School, on winning the John F Doyle award at the East Kilbride Crime Prevention Panel Awards 2012; notes that this award is given to either a young adult or group of young adults who have, through their efforts, contributed positively to the safety and wellbeing of their local community; understands that Jenna and Laura were presented with this honour as a result of their work on providing a befriending service to older people in the community and for organising a music concert to raise money for a local charity; notes that their work is part of a larger European project, Values vs. Violence, which is also known as the Triple-V Project, which operates in Germany, Hungary, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland and aims to raise awareness of the importance of values; further notes that the awards also recognised the S3 pupils from Calderglen High School who produced an educational film, Body Image, which was also part of the Triple-V Project; understands that these pupils are now completing their second film, which will focus on cyberbullying, and hopes that these films will help young people in the local community learn about, and cope with, what are considered to be difficult and challenging issues.
Supported by: Helen Eadie, Linda Fabiani, Jamie Hepburn, Richard Lyle, Graeme Pearson
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That the Parliament acknowledges the ongoing work of LAMH Recycle Ltd, based in Motherwell; notes that LAMH Recycle Ltd is a social enterprise that provides workplace opportunities for people experiencing mental ill health as well as other disadvantaged groups such as people who are long-term unemployed; recognises that the company was originally established as a can-recycling project in 1999 but that its PC recycling and sales service launched in 2002 is now its main business activity; considers that LAMH Recycle Ltd provides a professional waste management service for redundant IT, network and communications equipment, mobile phones, ink and toner cartridges throughout the central belt; understands that the company recycles or reuses 100% of the equipment given to it with nothing going to landfill and that all of the computer systems are refurbished for the benefit of the local community; recognises that LAMH Recycle Ltd also runs IT training courses, including what is considered its popular PC Build and Keep course, which teaches participants to build and configure a PC that they then take home; commends the company's aim to engage those furthest removed from the labour market and provide them with the necessary resources and support that they need to take advantage of mainstream opportunities; believes that it is an excellent example of how social enterprises can benefit communities, and wishes the company continued success in its endeavours.
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That the Parliament acknowledges the ongoing work of LAMH Recycle Ltd, based in Motherwell; notes that LAMH Recycle Ltd is a social enterprise that provides workplace opportunities for people experiencing mental ill health as well as other disadvantaged groups such as people who are long-term unemployed; recognises that the company was originally established as a can-recycling project in 1999 but that its PC recycling and sales service launched in 2002 is now its main business activity; considers that LAMH Recycle Ltd provides a professional waste management service for redundant IT, network and communications equipment, mobile phones, ink and toner cartridges throughout the central belt; understands that the company recycles or reuses 100% of the equipment given to it with nothing going to landfill and that all of the computer systems are refurbished for the benefit of the local community; recognises that LAMH Recycle Ltd also runs IT training courses, including what is considered its popular PC Build and Keep course, which teaches participants to build and configure a PC that they then take home; commends the company's aim to engage those furthest removed from the labour market and provide them with the necessary resources and support that they need to take advantage of mainstream opportunities; believes that it is an excellent example of how social enterprises can benefit communities, and wishes the company continued success in its endeavours.
Supported by: Jim Eadie, Mike MacKenzie, Alison Johnstone, Richard Lyle, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, John Pentland, Jamie McGrigor, Gil Paterson, Sandra White, Fiona McLeod
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That the Parliament notes the exhibition in Bothwell, South Lanarkshire, to remember Marion Gilchrist on the 60th anniversary of her death; understands that, despite her humble origins, Marion Gilchrist was the first woman in Scotland to graduate in medicine and also the first woman to graduate from the University of Glasgow; acknowledges that the exhibition to mark Marion’s achievements was organised by the Brighter Bothwell Environmental Group, with support from the University of Glasgow's archive services; notes that Marion went on to become a general practitioner in the west end of Glasgow, later becoming an ophthalmic surgeon, and was an active suffragette; recognises that Marion was a member of the British Medical Association for 54 years and the first female chair of its Glasgow division; acknowledges that in 1940 she donated an area of ground in order to create a garden of rest for the residents of Bothwell, which continues to be enjoyed by the local community today, and considers that Marion is, and will remain, an inspiration for all those studying medicine now and for years to come.
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That the Parliament notes the exhibition in Bothwell, South Lanarkshire, to remember Marion Gilchrist on the 60th anniversary of her death; understands that, despite her humble origins, Marion Gilchrist was the first woman in Scotland to graduate in medicine and also the first woman to graduate from the University of Glasgow; acknowledges that the exhibition to mark Marion’s achievements was organised by the Brighter Bothwell Environmental Group, with support from the University of Glasgow's archive services; notes that Marion went on to become a general practitioner in the west end of Glasgow, later becoming an ophthalmic surgeon, and was an active suffragette; recognises that Marion was a member of the British Medical Association for 54 years and the first female chair of its Glasgow division; acknowledges that in 1940 she donated an area of ground in order to create a garden of rest for the residents of Bothwell, which continues to be enjoyed by the local community today, and considers that Marion is, and will remain, an inspiration for all those studying medicine now and for years to come.
Supported by: Fiona McLeod, Annabel Goldie, Jackie Baillie, Elaine Smith, Claudia Beamish, Jean Urquhart, Linda Fabiani, Nanette Milne, Maureen Watt, Sandra White, Hugh Henry, Jackson Carlaw, Murdo Fraser, Jamie McGrigor, Gil Paterson, Stewart Maxwell, Bill Kidd, Dennis Robertson, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan, Christina McKelvie, Liz Smith, Richard Lyle, Alison Johnstone, John Lamont, Colin Beattie, Mike MacKenzie, Clare Adamson, Joan McAlpine, David Torrance, Gordon MacDonald, Siobhan McMahon, Ruth Davidson, Drew Smith, Kevin Stewart, Margaret Burgess
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That the Parliament welcomes the 2012 INEOS SET Fair, which runs from 5 to 20 March at Grangemouth Stadium; notes that the fair features a number of interactive workshops that cover engineering, science, technology and mathematics for almost 1,800 primary 7 pupils; understands that pupils from 53 local schools, including all those in the Falkirk Council area, will become engineers and scientists for the day and will learn a range of skills including constructing electrical circuits and designing and building components for robots; notes that the fair is supported by INEOS, Global Science, Scottish Power and Falkirk Council; considers that, as well as teaching children skills that will be beneficial in future years, this unique event demonstrates that science can be fun, and hopes that the fair will encourage the children to study science at secondary school.
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That the Parliament welcomes the 2012 INEOS SET Fair, which runs from 5 to 20 March at Grangemouth Stadium; notes that the fair features a number of interactive workshops that cover engineering, science, technology and mathematics for almost 1,800 primary 7 pupils; understands that pupils from 53 local schools, including all those in the Falkirk Council area, will become engineers and scientists for the day and will learn a range of skills including constructing electrical circuits and designing and building components for robots; notes that the fair is supported by INEOS, Global Science, Scottish Power and Falkirk Council; considers that, as well as teaching children skills that will be beneficial in future years, this unique event demonstrates that science can be fun, and hopes that the fair will encourage the children to study science at secondary school.
Supported by: Kevin Stewart, Bill Walker, Paul Wheelhouse, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, John Lamont, Liz Smith, John Park, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Jackson Carlaw, Jamie McGrigor, Gil Paterson, Nanette Milne, Mary Scanlon, Jean Urquhart, Jackie Baillie
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