James Stout and Sports Chaplaincy UK

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That the House congratulates James Stout, chaplain at Dunbar United, on climbing Ben Nevis in aid of Sports Chaplaincy UK, an organisation that offers pastoral help to anyone who in involved in sport, whether playing or in a committee; commends the fundraising efforts of the group for climbing the highest peaks in Wales, England, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, raising more than £20,000, rising to nearly £22,000 thanks to Gift Aid; acknowledges that the fundraising coincided with Mental Health Awareness Month in May, with the message that it is ok to walk and talk, get outside, get fresh air and chat with someone with the purpose of improving mental health; and wishes James and the rest of the Sports Chaplaincy UK group the very best of luck with their futures.