As an amendment to motion S4M-02639 in the name of Elaine Murray (Transport), leave out from "has, along with the underfunding" to end and insert "was arrived at without any formal consultation with bus operators or users, with bus operators given inadequate time to adjust their businesses to the formula change and has, along with the underfunding of the concessionary travel scheme and high fuel costs, resulted in fare increases and service reductions across the country; recognises that this has also contributed to the decision by First Scotland East to reduce dramatically its services in Lothian and Midlothian, with the potential loss of around 200 jobs; believes that the Scottish Government has failed to listen to the concerns of operators, bus service workers and passengers, and urges ministers to take action to address the immediate problems of the industry, undertake proper consultation with operators and users and use extra money available to Scotland, following the UK Budget, to prioritise and safeguard bus services and guard against high fare increases.”
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02639 in the name of Elaine Murray (Transport), leave out from "has, along with the underfunding" to end and insert "was arrived at without any formal consultation with bus operators or users, with bus operators given inadequate time to adjust their businesses to the formula change and has, along with the underfunding of the concessionary travel scheme and high fuel costs, resulted in fare increases and service reductions across the country; recognises that this has also contributed to the decision by First Scotland East to reduce dramatically its services in Lothian and Midlothian, with the potential loss of around 200 jobs; believes that the Scottish Government has failed to listen to the concerns of operators, bus service workers and passengers, and urges ministers to take action to address the immediate problems of the industry, undertake proper consultation with operators and users and use extra money available to Scotland, following the UK Budget, to prioritise and safeguard bus services and guard against high fare increases.”
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02383 in the name of Kenneth Gibson (MSPs Should Feel Free to Comment on International Issues), leave out from "and that he should" to end and insert "; commends what it sees as his resolute stand against oppression across the world; reaffirms its support for the sentiments of amendment S4M-02266.1, which highlights what it believes is the contradiction from nationalist politicians that demands that people from elsewhere in the UK should not interfere or comment on Scottish matters yet appears to equip nationalists with an entitlement to interfere and comment elsewhere whenever they see fit, and considers that, unlike Mr Gibson, even the most ardent supporter of Cornish secession is unlikely to equate their current situation with the oppression experienced by, sadly, many of the citizens of Syria, Palestine, Burma, Zimbabwe or, indeed, Afghanistan."
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02383 in the name of Kenneth Gibson (MSPs Should Feel Free to Comment on International Issues), leave out from "and that he should" to end and insert "; commends what it sees as his resolute stand against oppression across the world; reaffirms its support for the sentiments of amendment S4M-02266.1, which highlights what it believes is the contradiction from nationalist politicians that demands that people from elsewhere in the UK should not interfere or comment on Scottish matters yet appears to equip nationalists with an entitlement to interfere and comment elsewhere whenever they see fit, and considers that, unlike Mr Gibson, even the most ardent supporter of Cornish secession is unlikely to equate their current situation with the oppression experienced by, sadly, many of the citizens of Syria, Palestine, Burma, Zimbabwe or, indeed, Afghanistan."
Supported by: Liam McArthur
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02413 in the name of Adam Ingram (UK Government Road Privatisation and Tolling), leave out from "considers" to end and insert "notes the statement in the UK Budget document that commits the UK Government to “carry out a feasibility study into new ownership and financing models for the national road network”; compares this to the statement in the Scottish Government’s infrastructure investment plan that commits to “looking at financing models such as the Non-Profit Distributing model for projects including Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route / Balmedie to Tipperty and M8 improvements”; understands that both approaches would use private money to increase the amount of capital investment that can take place; understands, furthermore, that there has been an increase in capital resources available to the Scottish Government since its infrastructure plan was published, the additional resources made available as consequentials from the 2012 Budget, and believes that there is an opportunity for these additional resources to be allocated to roads in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley area if those projects are judged to be a priority by the Scottish Government."
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02413 in the name of Adam Ingram (UK Government Road Privatisation and Tolling), leave out from "considers" to end and insert "notes the statement in the UK Budget document that commits the UK Government to “carry out a feasibility study into new ownership and financing models for the national road network”; compares this to the statement in the Scottish Government’s infrastructure investment plan that commits to “looking at financing models such as the Non-Profit Distributing model for projects including Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route / Balmedie to Tipperty and M8 improvements”; understands that both approaches would use private money to increase the amount of capital investment that can take place; understands, furthermore, that there has been an increase in capital resources available to the Scottish Government since its infrastructure plan was published, the additional resources made available as consequentials from the 2012 Budget, and believes that there is an opportunity for these additional resources to be allocated to roads in the Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley area if those projects are judged to be a priority by the Scottish Government."
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02421 in the name of Elaine Murray (Ferries), leave out from “ensure” to end and insert "produce proposals for the introduction of a trial ferry service from Lochboisdale to Mallaig alongside a thorough analysis of the route’s performance with consideration of any unintended consequences for pre-existing routes; believes that it is wholly unfair that the benefits of the road equivalent tariff scheme will not be felt by all island communities, with some facing significant increases in ferry fares while others are facing cuts in subsidy levels, and further calls for fair ferry fares for islands across Scotland."
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02421 in the name of Elaine Murray (Ferries), leave out from “ensure” to end and insert "produce proposals for the introduction of a trial ferry service from Lochboisdale to Mallaig alongside a thorough analysis of the route’s performance with consideration of any unintended consequences for pre-existing routes; believes that it is wholly unfair that the benefits of the road equivalent tariff scheme will not be felt by all island communities, with some facing significant increases in ferry fares while others are facing cuts in subsidy levels, and further calls for fair ferry fares for islands across Scotland."
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That the Parliament believes that community transport initiatives play a vital role throughout Scotland in meeting the needs of many communities, particularly in remote and rural areas; considers that community transport services are viewed as a lifeline by many older or disabled people residing in areas currently underserved by commercial bus operators; further considers that such services help to improve the wellbeing of service users and are an illustration of effective preventative spending by delaying the entry of older people into residential accommodation; notes that one of the key objectives of the concessionary bus travel scheme is to “allow older and disabled people (especially those on low incomes) improved access to services, facilities and social networks by 'free' scheduled bus services; and so promote social inclusion”; understands that in some areas there are no regular scheduled bus services and where community transport services are the only alternative; notes the work by organisations in the third sector such as Age Scotland in campaigning for the widening of access to such services; commends The Bridge for operating the Teviot Wheels and Tweed Wheels services in the Scottish Borders, the latter winning a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2011, and acknowledges calls for greater consideration of and support for such services in future.
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That the Parliament believes that community transport initiatives play a vital role throughout Scotland in meeting the needs of many communities, particularly in remote and rural areas; considers that community transport services are viewed as a lifeline by many older or disabled people residing in areas currently underserved by commercial bus operators; further considers that such services help to improve the wellbeing of service users and are an illustration of effective preventative spending by delaying the entry of older people into residential accommodation; notes that one of the key objectives of the concessionary bus travel scheme is to “allow older and disabled people (especially those on low incomes) improved access to services, facilities and social networks by 'free' scheduled bus services; and so promote social inclusion”; understands that in some areas there are no regular scheduled bus services and where community transport services are the only alternative; notes the work by organisations in the third sector such as Age Scotland in campaigning for the widening of access to such services; commends The Bridge for operating the Teviot Wheels and Tweed Wheels services in the Scottish Borders, the latter winning a Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service in 2011, and acknowledges calls for greater consideration of and support for such services in future.
Supported by: Hugh Henry, Sandra White, Alex Fergusson, Maureen Watt, Helen Eadie, Fiona McLeod, Elaine Murray, Claudia Beamish, Aileen McLeod, Kenneth Gibson, Dave Thompson, Patrick Harvie, Richard Lyle, Alison Johnstone, Mike MacKenzie, Alison McInnes, John Lamont, Margaret Burgess
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 29/03/2012
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That the Parliament believes that towns derive economic and societal benefits by being sited on the rail network; notes the contents of the report that was commissioned by Network Rail, The Value of Station Investment, which suggested that stations can have a significant impact on the towns and cities that they serve by acting as regional gateways, attracting businesses and helping to stimulate economic growth; further notes that the Scottish Government’s document, Rail 2014 – Public Consultation, states, “new stations assist with a number of strategic aims such as stimulating sustainable economic growth or encouraging modal shift”; considers there to be persuasive cases behind the introduction of new stations to the rail network in East Linton and Reston in south east Scotland; recognises that Reston, in Berwickshire, first became home to a station in 1846 and served passengers for over a century before services were withdrawn in 1964; praises the work of those associated with the Rail Action Group, East of Scotland (RAGES), which has campaigned for greater transport provision in south east Scotland; welcomes the recent visit to East Linton and Reston by the Minister for Housing and Transport to witness first-hand what is argued to be the suitability of these communities for new station investment, and would welcome an expansion of the transport infrastructure in south east Scotland.
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That the Parliament believes that towns derive economic and societal benefits by being sited on the rail network; notes the contents of the report that was commissioned by Network Rail, The Value of Station Investment, which suggested that stations can have a significant impact on the towns and cities that they serve by acting as regional gateways, attracting businesses and helping to stimulate economic growth; further notes that the Scottish Government’s document, Rail 2014 – Public Consultation, states, “new stations assist with a number of strategic aims such as stimulating sustainable economic growth or encouraging modal shift”; considers there to be persuasive cases behind the introduction of new stations to the rail network in East Linton and Reston in south east Scotland; recognises that Reston, in Berwickshire, first became home to a station in 1846 and served passengers for over a century before services were withdrawn in 1964; praises the work of those associated with the Rail Action Group, East of Scotland (RAGES), which has campaigned for greater transport provision in south east Scotland; welcomes the recent visit to East Linton and Reston by the Minister for Housing and Transport to witness first-hand what is argued to be the suitability of these communities for new station investment, and would welcome an expansion of the transport infrastructure in south east Scotland.
Supported by: Mike MacKenzie, John Lamont, Alison McInnes, Iain Gray
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That the Parliament welcomes the voter registration campaign from Shelter Scotland and the Electoral Commission called Make Your Voice Heard, which aims to raise awareness by providing information to those in housing need about the right to vote and, in particular, highlight how people who are homeless or in temporary accommodation can register to vote, and considers that this campaign will have an important role in the local elections by encouraging more people to register to vote and giving them the opportunity to vote on issues that affect them.
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That the Parliament welcomes the voter registration campaign from Shelter Scotland and the Electoral Commission called Make Your Voice Heard, which aims to raise awareness by providing information to those in housing need about the right to vote and, in particular, highlight how people who are homeless or in temporary accommodation can register to vote, and considers that this campaign will have an important role in the local elections by encouraging more people to register to vote and giving them the opportunity to vote on issues that affect them.
Supported by: Claudia Beamish, Annabelle Ewing, Linda Fabiani, Jackie Baillie, Maureen Watt, Sandra White, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Kenneth Gibson, Tavish Scott, Liam McArthur, John Park, Kezia Dugdale, Jamie Hepburn, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Alison McInnes, Patrick Harvie, Stewart Maxwell, John Wilson, Richard Lyle, Mike MacKenzie, John Finnie, Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart, David Torrance, Willie Rennie, Paul Wheelhouse, John Mason
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That the Parliament congratulates Queen Elizabeth II on her 60 years as Queen and Head of State for Scotland, the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth; considers stalwart her work in representing all of her subjects at home and on the international stage; believes that Her Majesty has served all of her subjects selflessly and with dignity through often difficult times, and wishes Her Majesty and her family well in her diamond year celebrations and for the future.
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That the Parliament congratulates Queen Elizabeth II on her 60 years as Queen and Head of State for Scotland, the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth; considers stalwart her work in representing all of her subjects at home and on the international stage; believes that Her Majesty has served all of her subjects selflessly and with dignity through often difficult times, and wishes Her Majesty and her family well in her diamond year celebrations and for the future.
Supported by: Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, John Lamont, Margaret Mitchell, Murdo Fraser, Malcolm Chisholm, Jamie McGrigor, Alex Fergusson, Rhoda Grant, Nanette Milne, Mary Scanlon
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As an amendment to motion S4M-01893 in the name of Alex Neil (Scotland’s Next Generation Broadband Infrastructure Plan), leave out from “calls on the UK Government” to end and insert “; welcomes the allocation of £68.8 million from the UK Government to help roll-out broadband to rural communities in Scotland and the inclusion of Edinburgh in the UK Government’s super-connected broadband initiative, and urges the Scottish Government to work with the UK Government, mobile phone operators, local authorities and community partnerships to improve mobile coverage in remote and rural areas, tackle mobile 2G and 3G not spots and ensure that the roll-out of 4G in Scotland matches the UK average.”
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As an amendment to motion S4M-01893 in the name of Alex Neil (Scotland’s Next Generation Broadband Infrastructure Plan), leave out from “calls on the UK Government” to end and insert “; welcomes the allocation of £68.8 million from the UK Government to help roll-out broadband to rural communities in Scotland and the inclusion of Edinburgh in the UK Government’s super-connected broadband initiative, and urges the Scottish Government to work with the UK Government, mobile phone operators, local authorities and community partnerships to improve mobile coverage in remote and rural areas, tackle mobile 2G and 3G not spots and ensure that the roll-out of 4G in Scotland matches the UK average.”
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As an amendment to motion S4M-01584 in the name of Alex Neil (Infrastructure and Investment Plan), leave out from “significant” to end and insert “publication of the Scottish Government’s Infrastructure Investment Plan 2011, setting out the Scottish Government’s intentions through to 2030; recognises that Scottish Government ministers have promised faster delivery of their published investment plans by incorporating additional borrowing made possible through the Scotland Bill while simultaneously threatening to veto the Scotland Bill; further recognises that the Scottish Government has announced a 50% cut over two years to the housing supply budget line and considers that this jeopardises the SNP manifesto commitment to build 30,000 new homes for social rent, and calls on the Scottish Government to set out the positive impact on its infrastructure plans of the addition of £430 million in capital consequentials following the UK Government’s Autumn Statement and set out the projects funded by projected Scottish Government borrowing that would be lost if the Scotland Bill was vetoed.”
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As an amendment to motion S4M-01584 in the name of Alex Neil (Infrastructure and Investment Plan), leave out from “significant” to end and insert “publication of the Scottish Government’s Infrastructure Investment Plan 2011, setting out the Scottish Government’s intentions through to 2030; recognises that Scottish Government ministers have promised faster delivery of their published investment plans by incorporating additional borrowing made possible through the Scotland Bill while simultaneously threatening to veto the Scotland Bill; further recognises that the Scottish Government has announced a 50% cut over two years to the housing supply budget line and considers that this jeopardises the SNP manifesto commitment to build 30,000 new homes for social rent, and calls on the Scottish Government to set out the positive impact on its infrastructure plans of the addition of £430 million in capital consequentials following the UK Government’s Autumn Statement and set out the projects funded by projected Scottish Government borrowing that would be lost if the Scotland Bill was vetoed.”
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