Early Day Motions

Nadine Marshall and revised probation instructions

That this House congratulates Nadine Marshall for securing vital revisions to the probation instructions on Serious Further Offending; recognises that these changes mean that families of victims will now be entitled to timely and transparent information when an offender subject to supervision goes o

Royal Scottish National Orchestra tribute to the people of Belarus

That this House acknowledges the work of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra who have demonstrated solidarity with their friends in Belarus through the commissioning and performance of Three Belarusian Folk Songs; recognises that the work is a tribute to the peaceful protests of the Belarusan peop

Scientists, researchers and clinicians developing treatment, testing and vaccines for covid-19

That this House celebrates and commends the international efforts of thousands of scientists, researchers and clinicians from across the globe in developing treatment, testing and vaccines for covid-19.

Stepps Community Foodbank

That this House congratulates the efforts of Stepps Community Development Trust in establishing a community foodbank for use during the course of the covid-19 pandemic; praises inclusivity and the cooperative approach adopted by ensuring uniform access to service provision; and commends the contribu

Coatbridge businesses and Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards

That this House congratulates My Roof Care and HRM Homecare on their recent successes in the Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards; commends the work of Darren McGhee of My Roof Care for his innovative business maintenance package; praises the holistic approach undertaken by HRM Homecare in enhanci

Fast fashion and data transparency

That this House recognises the fast fashion industry as a major contributor to carbon emissions, producing 10 per cent of all humanity's greenhouse gas emissions, and is responsible for serious human rights violations around the world; and therefore calls on the Government to introduce a policy wher

Australian Government response to online disinformation from China

That this House notes with profound concern the social media post made by a Chinese Communist Party official which includes a digitally-created image depicting an Australian soldier cutting the throat of a child in Afghanistan; deeply regrets China’s consistent and targeted spreading of disinformati

World superbike champion Jonathan Rea MBE

That this House congratulates the record breaking World Superbike Champion Jonathan Rea MBE on winning his sixth consecutive World Superbike title; recognises his remarkable achievement as the most successful rider in the history of the championship; expresses shock and dismay at Jonathan Rea MBE be

Human Rights Day 2020

That this House notes that the world celebrates Human Rights Day 2020 on 10 December; further notes that this is a day to commemorate the UN General Assembly adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948; highlights that human rights are abused by repressive regimes across the world,

The Nord Stream 2 Pipeline

That this House recognises the threats the completion of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline would pose to NATO; understands that the security and stability of the United Kingdom’s allies on NATO’s Eastern flank would be threatened by the project, as it would greatly alter the geopolitics of the region; expr

Restaurant of the Year at the Midlothian and East Lothian Food and Drink Awards 2020

That this House congratulates Loanhead-based restaurant The Radhuni on winning Restaurant of the Year at the Midlothian and East Lothian Food and Drink Awards 2020; notes that this award, organised by the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce, seeks to recognise restaurants which offer a h

Midlothian’s Young People's Advice Service

That this House congratulates Midlothian’s Young People's Advice Service (MYPAS) on their successful funding award of £63,000 through the Community Support and Services Framework (Mental Health and Wellbeing) at Midlothian Council; welcomes the news that this funding will enable MYPAS to recruit a F

British Game Week 2020

That this House notes the conclusion of British Game Week which ran from 23-29 November; further notes the enjoyment displayed by this year’s I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here when some tried Venison for the first time; and encourages people to continue to enjoy wonderful British Game Meat as part

Disability Awareness Week Northern Ireland

That this House notes Disability Awareness Week NI which runs from Monday 30 November - 4 December 2020; highlights that the Arts Council of Northern Ireland will be revisiting and highlighting some of the amazing arts organisations that work with people with disabilities; congratulates the Public H

Effect of covid-19 on disabled people and employment

That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act, an important step towards equality for people with disabilities; recognises the disproportionate impact of the covid-19 pandemic on disabled people; notes with concern that 71 per cent of disabled people employed i

Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week

That this House welcomes Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness Week; notes the profound impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on diagnosis, access to specialist advice, investigations and surgery for people with Crohn’s and Colitis; appreciates the care provided by healthcare professionals in Inflammatory Bowel Dis

University of Glasgow awarded Times Higher Education University of the Year 2020

That this House congratulates the University of Glasgow on being named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards on 26th November 2020; recognises that this is in recognition of the University’s work to redress its historic links to slavery through a reparative justice programme, w

Independence Day in Finland

That this House recognises and celebrates Independence Day on 6 December 2020 with the people of Finland, a thriving, prosperous and successful country within the European Union, who gained their independence from Russia in 1917; and commends their democratic Government and acknowledges their innova

Gryffe High School named Sunday Times Scottish state school of the year

That this House congratulates Gryffe High School which has been named The Sunday Times Scottish State School of the Year by Parent Power, The Sunday Times School Guide; commends the leadership of Head Teacher Colin Johnson and the hard work of teaching and support staff across the school; praises th

McCulloch Rail, Ballantrae, South Ayrshire

That this House congratulates McCulloch Rail a highly successful family business specialising in rail handling and rail logistics on being awarded the highly coveted Rail Plant Reliability Programme Gold Award; the company based in Ballantrae, South Ayrshire, having previously achieved the Bronze an

Scottish Beer Awards 2020 Midlothian winners

That this House congratulates Midlothian-based breweries Stewart Brewing and Cross Borders Brewing Company for their success at the Scottish Beer Awards 2020; notes that this year marked the 5th annual Scottish Beer awards which was held as a digital awards experience on Thursday 26 November 2020 an

Craig Scotland named Brewer of the Year 2020

That this House congratulates Craig Scotland on being awarded Brewer of the Year at the Scottish Beer Awards 2020; notes that Craig is Head Brewer at Midlothian-based brewery Stewart Brewing; commends him for his skill and hard work, which has contributed to Midlothian’s growing reputation in the br

No Recourse to Public Funds

That this House believes that the Government has a duty to ensure that everyone living in the UK is protected from both the health and financial impacts of Coronavirus; understands that long before the pandemic No Recourse to Public Funds restrictions have pushed migrants and their families into pov

International Volunteers Day

That this House recognises International Volunteers Day on 5 December 2020; welcomes this day as an opportunity to celebrate volunteers, promote volunteerism and recognise volunteer contributions; and further recognises and pays thanks to the many volunteers who have been at the forefront of medical

Small Business Saturday

That this House welcomes Small Business Saturday 2020 on the 5 December; notes that this successful, grassroots campaign, which highlights small business success and encourages consumers to shop local and support small businesses in their communities is now in its eighth year in the UK with a record