Graham Leadbitter

That this House congratulates Cairngorm Brewery in Aviemore on their recent success at the Great British Beer Festival Winter 2025; recognises their Black Gold session stout, 4.4% ABV, was awarded the title of Champion Winter Beer of Britain; commends the dedication and craftsman

25 Feb 2025

That this House congratulates Jillian and David Robertson on their recent success at the 44th National Railway Heritage Awards in London; notes that they were recognised with a Highly Commended certificate in the commercial restoration category for their work in transforming form

25 Feb 2025

That this House congratulates Calum Langmuir, an Alpine ski racer from Nethy Bridge, on his recent success at the 2025 FIS Alpine Ski World Championships in Saalbach, Austria; notes his impressive fifth-place finish in the Giant Slalom qualifiers, securing his spot among the top

25 Feb 2025

That this House congratulates Frankie Ralph, of Lossiemouth, for his extraordinary achievement of completing a 100-mile run in a single day on January 2nd 2025; recognises that he did so in order to raise funds for Alzheimer’s research in support of his close friend who is battli

4 Feb 2025

That this House expresses its deep condolences following the death of Sir Jim Walker, former director of Walker’s Shortbread; recognises that not only was he a highly respected businessman and a giant in the food and drink sector, but a community-minded man who always strived to

9 Jan 2025

That this House congratulates Brodie Countryfare on winning the Independent Retailer of the Year award at the Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards; recognises that this prestigious award is a testament to Brodie Countryfare’s dedication, hard work, and the exceptional qual

6 Nov 2024

That this House notes with deep concern the UK government's recent decision to further hike duty on whisky; recognises the profoundly damaging impact this move will have on the Scotch Whisky industry, a cornerstone of the UK and Scottish economy, having generated £7.1bn in GVA to

31 Oct 2024

That this House commends the remarkable achievements of Shaqayeq Nejah, who was named the University of the Highlands and Islands, Moray, Student of the Year 2024; notes that her award comes in spite of the efforts of the Taliban Regime in Shaqayeq’s native Afghanistan, who have

28 Oct 2024

That this House congratulates Forres for winning the gold medal at the 2024 Britain in Bloom awards; recognises the hard work and dedication of the local community in creating and maintaining a beautiful and sustainable environment; pays special tribute to volunteer Barry Ashby,

22 Oct 2024

That this House celebrates the success of the 2024 Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship held annually in Carrbridge, Scotland; congratulates Chris Ormiston on being crowned the Golden Spurtle World Champion and Kim McGhee for winning the Speciality Dish award; acknow

22 Oct 2024