Pete Wishart

That this House deplores the threat to the Black Watch as part of the Basing Review; acknowledges the heritage and tradition of the former Scottish regiments and the affection the Black Watch has particularly enjoyed from its recruiting area amongst the communities of Tayside and

10 May 2012

That this House wishes the Scottish Commonwealth Games team, recently announced, the best of luck; expresses the House's full support for the team; considers the games in Delhi in October 2010 will provide an excellent platform to promote sport in Scotland; acknowledges that the

13 Sept 2010

That this House welcomes the coalition Government's commitment to introduce fixed term parliaments; expresses concern that the date identified for the next general election, the first Thursday of May in 2015, is the same day as elections for the Scottish Parliament and Welsh Asse

2 Jun 2010

That this House welcomes the new support scheme announced by the Scottish Government to provide financial support for families of police officers killed in the line of duty; notes the Police Survivor Support Scheme will see up to £20,000 given to families of officers who have bee

25 Feb 2010

That this House welcomes the news that Scotland's eight fire and rescue services will receive an additional £24.6 million from the Scottish Government to assist with their capital investment programmes in the next financial year; notes the investment will be used for the purchase

25 Feb 2010

That this House looks forward to the series of events in 2010 to celebrate the 800 years since the granting of the city charter to the fair city of Perth; notes the varied and exciting programme of events involving community, cultural and sporting organisations throughout Perthsh

2 Dec 2009

That this House notes the publication of the Scottish government's White Paper on independence, Your Scotland, Your Voice; and believes that the people of Scotland should be given a say over Scotland's constitutional future in a referendum.

1 Dec 2009

That this House recognises the potential the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics have for tourism; believes that this should be marketed and maximised to benefit all parts of the UK and not solely focus on local attractions in London; and calls on all stakeholders, including VisitBrita

19 Nov 2009

That this House offers its congratulations to all those involved in the Edinburgh International Film Festival; notes that the Festival is now in its 63rd year and has developed into a crucial business hub for the UK and international film industry, a key attraction for Edinburgh

30 Jun 2009

That this House expresses concern at the proposed removal of the Red Hackle from the caps of Black Watch Territorial Army soldiers; recognises that the Red Hackle is the most recognisable symbol of the Black Watch; notes the proud and honourable history of the regiment; understan

29 Jun 2009