10th anniversary of Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre

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That this House congratulates Oriam, Scotland's Sports Performance Centre, on the occasion of its 10th anniversary; recognises the significant contribution that Oriam has made since opening in 2016 as a world-class facility for sport, health, wellbeing and sporting excellence; notes that the centre, based at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, has supported elite athletes, national governing bodies, professional sports teams, students, community groups, and parkrunners from across Scotland and beyond; acknowledges Oriam's role in preparing athletes for success at major international competitions, including Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games; commends the dedicated staff, coaches, researchers, volunteers and partners whose work has helped establish the centre as a leading hub for sports science, performance and community engagement; further recognises the economic and social benefits brought to Edinburgh and Scotland through hosting training camps, competitions and events; and wishes everyone associated with Oriam continued success in inspiring participation, promoting healthy lifestyles and supporting sporting achievement over the next decade.