That the Parliament welcomes Show Racism the Red Card Scotland's premiere of its latest campaign films, Homophobia: Let's tackle it and Talking About Homophobia, which took place at Hampden Stadium on 1 May 2012; recognises that the campaign is designed to combat homophobia and discrimination based on sexual orientation in society by using well-known footballers and other sports professionals as role models speaking out against such discrimination; understands that the films are accompanied by educational packs designed to support and inform educators through a variety of activities; acknowledges that the campaign aims to allow young people to explore these issues further, dealing with frequently asked questions, supporting materials, discussion points, learning outcomes and links to other resources and websites; congratulates Show Racism the Red Card on its latest campaign against discrimination; commends the sportspeople, actors and members of the public who contributed to the films on what it considers to be an extremely important issue, and looks forward to the day when all forms of discrimination have been eradicated not just from sport but from all parts of society.
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That the Parliament welcomes Show Racism the Red Card Scotland's premiere of its latest campaign films, Homophobia: Let's tackle it and Talking About Homophobia, which took place at Hampden Stadium on 1 May 2012; recognises that the campaign is designed to combat homophobia and discrimination based on sexual orientation in society by using well-known footballers and other sports professionals as role models speaking out against such discrimination; understands that the films are accompanied by educational packs designed to support and inform educators through a variety of activities; acknowledges that the campaign aims to allow young people to explore these issues further, dealing with frequently asked questions, supporting materials, discussion points, learning outcomes and links to other resources and websites; congratulates Show Racism the Red Card on its latest campaign against discrimination; commends the sportspeople, actors and members of the public who contributed to the films on what it considers to be an extremely important issue, and looks forward to the day when all forms of discrimination have been eradicated not just from sport but from all parts of society.
Supported by: Neil Findlay, David Torrance, Kevin Stewart, John Finnie, Humza Yousaf, Mark McDonald, Mike MacKenzie, Alison Johnstone, Jim Hume, John Park, David Stewart, Bob Doris, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Hanzala Malik, Bill Kidd, Dave Thompson, Roderick Campbell, Richard Simpson, Tavish Scott, Claire Baker, Malcolm Chisholm, Kenneth Gibson, James Kelly, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Jean Urquhart, Maureen Watt, Sarah Boyack, Sandra White, Patricia Ferguson, Fiona McLeod, Jackie Baillie
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That the Parliament congratulates Credit Unions of Glasgow Strategy Group on its nomination for the Partnership Award at the 6th Annual Scottish Charity Awards, due to be held on 14 June 2012 at the Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow; considers that there is prestige attached to this nomination; understands that this latest award nomination follows the group’s Gold Award for Strong and Sustainable Communities at the 2012 COSLA Excellence Awards; understands the role that the group has played in membership of credit unions in Glasgow, which has grown within a decade from 2% to 22% of the population; commends the partnership of credit unions strategy group on accomplishing what it considers a significant progression in the credit union movement in Glasgow; considers that there is an extensive network of credit unions in the city, which ensures that members are provided with access to a wide range of financial services; considers that ethical financial institutions such as credit unions have grown in significance following the global financial crisis; recognises the involvement of credit unions with vulnerable groups in society in the wake of the UK Government’s Welfare Reform Bill, and wishes everyone involved with the Credit Unions of Glasgow Strategy Group luck with its award nomination and continued success in the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Credit Unions of Glasgow Strategy Group on its nomination for the Partnership Award at the 6th Annual Scottish Charity Awards, due to be held on 14 June 2012 at the Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow; considers that there is prestige attached to this nomination; understands that this latest award nomination follows the group’s Gold Award for Strong and Sustainable Communities at the 2012 COSLA Excellence Awards; understands the role that the group has played in membership of credit unions in Glasgow, which has grown within a decade from 2% to 22% of the population; commends the partnership of credit unions strategy group on accomplishing what it considers a significant progression in the credit union movement in Glasgow; considers that there is an extensive network of credit unions in the city, which ensures that members are provided with access to a wide range of financial services; considers that ethical financial institutions such as credit unions have grown in significance following the global financial crisis; recognises the involvement of credit unions with vulnerable groups in society in the wake of the UK Government’s Welfare Reform Bill, and wishes everyone involved with the Credit Unions of Glasgow Strategy Group luck with its award nomination and continued success in the future.
Supported by: Jackie Baillie, Helen Eadie, Elaine Murray, Patricia Ferguson, Maureen Watt, Gil Paterson, Sarah Boyack, James Kelly, Iain Gray, Hugh Henry, John Wilson, Bill Kidd, Hanzala Malik, Jamie Hepburn, David Stewart, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart
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That the Parliament welcomes 2012 as the European Year for Active Ageing and Solidarity between Generations; considers that key to the year is maintaining solidarity between generations in societies with rapidly increasing numbers of older people across Europe; recognises the work of the Yoker Resource Centre, which, despite the current economic climate, has grown in strength to deliver services from cradle to grave; understands that intergenerational solidarity is key to the Yoker Resource Centre’s success and is exemplified by 92-year-old local volunteer Kate Semple who actively engages with after-school groups, young people’s clubs and summer programmes at the centre and has volunteered in the Yoker area for over 70 years; believes that the Yoker Resource Centre’s recent AGM, which discussed an inclusive model of community development to respond to evolving needs, issues and aspirations of the community, is representative of the high level of engagement between the community and the Yoker Resource Centre, and wishes Kate Semple many more years of volunteering and all at the Yoker Resource Centre continued success.
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That the Parliament welcomes 2012 as the European Year for Active Ageing and Solidarity between Generations; considers that key to the year is maintaining solidarity between generations in societies with rapidly increasing numbers of older people across Europe; recognises the work of the Yoker Resource Centre, which, despite the current economic climate, has grown in strength to deliver services from cradle to grave; understands that intergenerational solidarity is key to the Yoker Resource Centre’s success and is exemplified by 92-year-old local volunteer Kate Semple who actively engages with after-school groups, young people’s clubs and summer programmes at the centre and has volunteered in the Yoker area for over 70 years; believes that the Yoker Resource Centre’s recent AGM, which discussed an inclusive model of community development to respond to evolving needs, issues and aspirations of the community, is representative of the high level of engagement between the community and the Yoker Resource Centre, and wishes Kate Semple many more years of volunteering and all at the Yoker Resource Centre continued success.
Supported by: Kevin Stewart, David Torrance, Neil Bibby, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, Jim Eadie, Jamie Hepburn, Bill Kidd, Hanzala Malik, Richard Simpson, Kenneth Gibson, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Patricia Ferguson, Sandra White, Linda Fabiani, Jean Urquhart, Elaine Murray, Fiona McLeod, Helen Eadie, Jackie Baillie, Annabelle Ewing
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That the Parliament congratulates the Glasgow City Council credit union development programme on its success in winning the Gold Award for Strong and Sustainable Communities at the 2012 COSLA Excellence Awards; understands that the success has been partly attributed to the role that the programme played in growing Glasgow’s credit union membership from 3% of the local population in 2001 to 22% in 2010; believes that Glasgow’s credit union development programme has developed a model to empower credit unions toward self-sustainability; considers that Glasgow City Council’s investment in credit union development has helped form a credible solution for local people who might be affected by financial exclusion, poverty and debt; believes that this has helped Glasgow’s 34 credit unions gain over 135,000 members and combined assets of more than £183 million; notes that this is used to provide low-cost loans and encourage members to save; considers that, particularly in the current economic climate, ethical financial models such as credit unions should be supported and encouraged, and wishes the Glasgow City Council credit union development programme continued success for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Glasgow City Council credit union development programme on its success in winning the Gold Award for Strong and Sustainable Communities at the 2012 COSLA Excellence Awards; understands that the success has been partly attributed to the role that the programme played in growing Glasgow’s credit union membership from 3% of the local population in 2001 to 22% in 2010; believes that Glasgow’s credit union development programme has developed a model to empower credit unions toward self-sustainability; considers that Glasgow City Council’s investment in credit union development has helped form a credible solution for local people who might be affected by financial exclusion, poverty and debt; believes that this has helped Glasgow’s 34 credit unions gain over 135,000 members and combined assets of more than £183 million; notes that this is used to provide low-cost loans and encourage members to save; considers that, particularly in the current economic climate, ethical financial models such as credit unions should be supported and encouraged, and wishes the Glasgow City Council credit union development programme continued success for the future.
Supported by: Jackie Baillie, Sarah Boyack, Patricia Ferguson, Gil Paterson, Hugh Henry, Malcolm Chisholm, James Kelly, Richard Simpson, Stewart Maxwell, Hanzala Malik, Jamie Hepburn, Mike MacKenzie, Margaret McDougall, John Mason, Mary Fee, Neil Findlay, Neil Bibby, Kevin Stewart, Drew Smith
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That the Parliament welcomes the announcement of Glasgow City Council's football plan to work with schools, sports centres and coaches to encourage more young people to develop their talent and skills; commends the council's decision to launch a happy hour for young footballers, giving them free access to council five-a-side pitches, including the Toryglen Regional Football Centre; considers free access for young people at these facilities to be extremely important during the current economic climate; feels that other local authorities should look at providing similar free access; notes that Glasgow City Council will also hold a football congress in summer 2012 to bring together supporters, representatives of city teams and community leaders, which aims to celebrate football in Glasgow as well as look at ways of working together in the future; further notes Glasgow City Council's plans to work with football clubs and the voluntary sector to bid to host the Homeless World Cup, and believes that what it considers Glasgow City Council's progressive approach to engage more young people with football is a positive example of how communities can be encouraged to live a more active life.
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That the Parliament welcomes the announcement of Glasgow City Council's football plan to work with schools, sports centres and coaches to encourage more young people to develop their talent and skills; commends the council's decision to launch a happy hour for young footballers, giving them free access to council five-a-side pitches, including the Toryglen Regional Football Centre; considers free access for young people at these facilities to be extremely important during the current economic climate; feels that other local authorities should look at providing similar free access; notes that Glasgow City Council will also hold a football congress in summer 2012 to bring together supporters, representatives of city teams and community leaders, which aims to celebrate football in Glasgow as well as look at ways of working together in the future; further notes Glasgow City Council's plans to work with football clubs and the voluntary sector to bid to host the Homeless World Cup, and believes that what it considers Glasgow City Council's progressive approach to engage more young people with football is a positive example of how communities can be encouraged to live a more active life.
Supported by: Drew Smith, David Torrance, Neil Bibby, Mary Fee, Alison Johnstone, Margaret McDougall, John Park, Mike MacKenzie, Siobhan McMahon, Jamie Hepburn, Dennis Robertson, John Pentland, Hanzala Malik, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Sarah Boyack, Patricia Ferguson, Jackie Baillie, Helen Eadie
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That the Parliament congratulates the Association of British Credit Unions Limited (ABCUL) on the success of its recent Scottish conference in Glasgow’s Grand Central Hotel; understands that the theme of the conference was Sharing the Secret, that Scotland has a higher percentage of credit union membership than the UK as a whole and that Glasgow’s rate of 20% of credit union membership is significantly higher than both UK and Scottish averages; notes that the conference comprised of a number of debates and workshops dealing with promoting credit union activity throughout the country; notes that particular attention was paid to highlighting what is considered the important role that credit unions will have in supporting vulnerable groups who could lose out as a result of the UK Government’s Welfare Reform Bill; believes that the ethical lending model that credit unions use should be further supported in the wake of the global banking crisis, and wishes ABCUL further success in the future with its work in Scotland.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Association of British Credit Unions Limited (ABCUL) on the success of its recent Scottish conference in Glasgow’s Grand Central Hotel; understands that the theme of the conference was Sharing the Secret, that Scotland has a higher percentage of credit union membership than the UK as a whole and that Glasgow’s rate of 20% of credit union membership is significantly higher than both UK and Scottish averages; notes that the conference comprised of a number of debates and workshops dealing with promoting credit union activity throughout the country; notes that particular attention was paid to highlighting what is considered the important role that credit unions will have in supporting vulnerable groups who could lose out as a result of the UK Government’s Welfare Reform Bill; believes that the ethical lending model that credit unions use should be further supported in the wake of the global banking crisis, and wishes ABCUL further success in the future with its work in Scotland.
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2012
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That the Parliament welcomes Lhamo Tso to Scotland to present a screening of the documentary, Leaving Fear Behind, which was made by her husband, Dhondup Wangchen; understands that the film details the feelings of Tibetan people prior to the 2008 Olympics in China and that, as a result of this film, Dhondup Wangchen was arrested and imprisoned for six years by the Chinese authorities; recognises Dhondup Wangchen as one of over 700 identified Tibetan political prisoners, and acknowledges that, in the documentary, Dhondup Wangchen calls for the recognition of the Dalai Lama’s Middle Way approach, which it considers to be a non-partisan and moderate position to safeguard the vital interests of all parties that offers the protection and preservation of culture, religion and national identity for Tibetan people, security and territorial integrity of the motherland for Chinese people and peaceful borders and international relations for Tibet and China’s neighbours and other third parties.
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That the Parliament welcomes Lhamo Tso to Scotland to present a screening of the documentary, Leaving Fear Behind, which was made by her husband, Dhondup Wangchen; understands that the film details the feelings of Tibetan people prior to the 2008 Olympics in China and that, as a result of this film, Dhondup Wangchen was arrested and imprisoned for six years by the Chinese authorities; recognises Dhondup Wangchen as one of over 700 identified Tibetan political prisoners, and acknowledges that, in the documentary, Dhondup Wangchen calls for the recognition of the Dalai Lama’s Middle Way approach, which it considers to be a non-partisan and moderate position to safeguard the vital interests of all parties that offers the protection and preservation of culture, religion and national identity for Tibetan people, security and territorial integrity of the motherland for Chinese people and peaceful borders and international relations for Tibet and China’s neighbours and other third parties.
Supported by: David Torrance, John Mason, Alison Johnstone, Jamie Hepburn, Mike MacKenzie, Angus MacDonald, Richard Lyle, Colin Beattie, Bill Kidd, Roderick Campbell, Kenneth Gibson, Hugh Henry, Jackie Baillie
Current Status: Fallen on 26/01/2012
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That the Parliament welcomes International Credit Union Day on 20 October 2011; notes that the third Thursday in October has been celebrated as International Credit Union Day since 1948; recognises the importance of honouring people around the word who have endeavoured to progress the credit union movement; further notes that credit unions throughout Scotland and around the world will be providing an open house to raise awareness of the work that credit unions do; considers the role that credit unions play in offering low-cost loans and promoting savings as vital to Scotland’s communities; encourages more participation in ethical financial institutions and member-owned co-operatives, and finally wishes everyone involved with the credit union movement success in the future.
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That the Parliament welcomes International Credit Union Day on 20 October 2011; notes that the third Thursday in October has been celebrated as International Credit Union Day since 1948; recognises the importance of honouring people around the word who have endeavoured to progress the credit union movement; further notes that credit unions throughout Scotland and around the world will be providing an open house to raise awareness of the work that credit unions do; considers the role that credit unions play in offering low-cost loans and promoting savings as vital to Scotland’s communities; encourages more participation in ethical financial institutions and member-owned co-operatives, and finally wishes everyone involved with the credit union movement success in the future.
Supported by: Fiona McLeod, Maureen Watt, Margo MacDonald, Patricia Ferguson, Hugh Henry, Michael McMahon, Kenneth Gibson, Hanzala Malik, Patrick Harvie, Stewart Maxwell, John Pentland, Dave Thompson, Bill Kidd, Siobhan McMahon, Paul Wheelhouse, Mike MacKenzie, John Finnie, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Jamie Hepburn, Margaret McDougall, Mark Griffin, Neil Findlay, Neil Bibby, Mary Fee, John Mason, Margaret Burgess, Drew Smith, David Torrance
Current Status: Fallen on 26/01/2012
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That the Parliament acknowledges the growing number of people aged 16 to 24 who are claiming jobseeker’s allowance in Scotland; understands that the rate of youth unemployment has increased by 10% over the last year; shares the concerns highlighted by Barnardo's Scotland, among others, that “there is a real danger of another generation lost to permanent unemployment” as those who fail to get into work when they are young may end up permanently excluded from the job market; recognises that there is a particular issue in Scotland regarding the outcomes of those young people leaving care; understands that currently over two thirds of the 4,000 young people who leave care every year are not recorded as entering employment, training or education; recognises that these young people are often furthest from the labour market, not ready or able to join mainstream education and training, modern apprenticeships or employment and need specific support and training; applauds the work of the six Barnardo's Scotland employment services that focus on the needs of those young people furthest from the labour market with specialised training and work placements; notes the success of the projects in finding sustained employment for around 65% of the disadvantaged young people who participate; calls on the Scottish Government to develop a clear strategy backed up with resources to support those furthest from the labour market to reach a positive destination, and further calls on the Scottish Government to investigate the possibility of a guaranteed maximum waiting time for young people to go on to an Opportunities for All programme.
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That the Parliament acknowledges the growing number of people aged 16 to 24 who are claiming jobseeker’s allowance in Scotland; understands that the rate of youth unemployment has increased by 10% over the last year; shares the concerns highlighted by Barnardo's Scotland, among others, that “there is a real danger of another generation lost to permanent unemployment” as those who fail to get into work when they are young may end up permanently excluded from the job market; recognises that there is a particular issue in Scotland regarding the outcomes of those young people leaving care; understands that currently over two thirds of the 4,000 young people who leave care every year are not recorded as entering employment, training or education; recognises that these young people are often furthest from the labour market, not ready or able to join mainstream education and training, modern apprenticeships or employment and need specific support and training; applauds the work of the six Barnardo's Scotland employment services that focus on the needs of those young people furthest from the labour market with specialised training and work placements; notes the success of the projects in finding sustained employment for around 65% of the disadvantaged young people who participate; calls on the Scottish Government to develop a clear strategy backed up with resources to support those furthest from the labour market to reach a positive destination, and further calls on the Scottish Government to investigate the possibility of a guaranteed maximum waiting time for young people to go on to an Opportunities for All programme.
Supported by: Drew Smith, Neil Bibby, Mary Fee, Neil Findlay, Mark Griffin, Margaret McDougall, Jamie Hepburn, Hanzala Malik, Claire Baker, Richard Simpson, Malcolm Chisholm, Hugh Henry, Jackie Baillie, Elaine Murray, Claudia Beamish
Current Status: Fallen on 05/12/2011
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That the Parliament notes with concern the figures released in the Ofcom communications market report published in August 2011, which show that broadband take-up in Scotland has flatlined since the first quarter of 2009; further notes that this contrasts with an increased take-up in other parts of the UK; is alarmed that take-up is particularly low in Greater Glasgow, with only 50% of households having broadband access compared with the Scottish figure of 61%; believes that broadband take-up in and around Scotland’s largest city should be greater; is further concerned that the report shows that only 34% of over 55s have broadband in Scotland compared with the UK figure of 55%; believes that broadband can play a crucial role in decreasing isolation for older people, and that the importance of broadband take-up should reflect the growing importance of broadband to all sectors of the economy.
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That the Parliament notes with concern the figures released in the Ofcom communications market report published in August 2011, which show that broadband take-up in Scotland has flatlined since the first quarter of 2009; further notes that this contrasts with an increased take-up in other parts of the UK; is alarmed that take-up is particularly low in Greater Glasgow, with only 50% of households having broadband access compared with the Scottish figure of 61%; believes that broadband take-up in and around Scotland’s largest city should be greater; is further concerned that the report shows that only 34% of over 55s have broadband in Scotland compared with the UK figure of 55%; believes that broadband can play a crucial role in decreasing isolation for older people, and that the importance of broadband take-up should reflect the growing importance of broadband to all sectors of the economy.
Supported by: Helen Eadie, Fiona McLeod, Elaine Murray, Rhoda Grant, Jackie Baillie, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Sarah Boyack, Lewis Macdonald, Richard Simpson, Claire Baker, Hanzala Malik, Mike MacKenzie, John Mason, Mark Griffin, Drew Smith, David Torrance
Current Status: Fallen on 05/12/2011
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