That the Parliament congratulates the Spring Fling arts and crafts open studios event in Dumfries and Galloway on celebrating its 10th anniversary; understands that the annual event has attracted 194,000 studio visits by over 66,000 people during the last 10 years; further understands that the event has contributed over £4.88 million to the region, with visitors spending £781,500 in 2011, and considers that the event both provides a platform for artists and makers from southern Scotland and adds to the vibrancy of a creative Scotland.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Spring Fling arts and crafts open studios event in Dumfries and Galloway on celebrating its 10th anniversary; understands that the annual event has attracted 194,000 studio visits by over 66,000 people during the last 10 years; further understands that the event has contributed over £4.88 million to the region, with visitors spending £781,500 in 2011, and considers that the event both provides a platform for artists and makers from southern Scotland and adds to the vibrancy of a creative Scotland.
Supported by: Jamie Hepburn, Jim Hume, George Adam, Bill Kidd, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Jean Urquhart, Jackie Baillie, Fiona McLeod, Annabelle Ewing, Alex Fergusson, Adam Ingram, Kenneth Gibson, Jamie McGrigor, Aileen McLeod, Angus MacDonald, Jim Eadie, Paul Wheelhouse, Mike MacKenzie, Humza Yousaf, Colin Keir, Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart
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That the Parliament congratulates Grace Smith, a final year student studying for a BSc (Hons) in applied animal science at the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC), on being named Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF) Dairy Crest Dairy Student of the Year 2012; notes that Grace is the first female to receive the award, now in its 22nd year; understands that there is a rising global demand for dairy commodities and a potential for markets in added-value dairy products, and considers that SAC offers high quality agriculture courses to both current and prospective students.
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That the Parliament congratulates Grace Smith, a final year student studying for a BSc (Hons) in applied animal science at the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC), on being named Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers (RABDF) Dairy Crest Dairy Student of the Year 2012; notes that Grace is the first female to receive the award, now in its 22nd year; understands that there is a rising global demand for dairy commodities and a potential for markets in added-value dairy products, and considers that SAC offers high quality agriculture courses to both current and prospective students.
Supported by: Margaret Burgess, Mark McDonald, David Torrance, Kevin Stewart, Jim Eadie, Humza Yousaf, Mike MacKenzie, Kenneth Gibson, Aileen McLeod, Jamie McGrigor, Gil Paterson, Annabelle Ewing, Fiona McLeod, Elaine Murray, Jean Urquhart, Maureen Watt, Nanette Milne, Sandra White, Colin Beattie, Bill Kidd, Stewart Maxwell, Claire Baker, Angus MacDonald, Richard Lyle, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan
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That the Parliament congratulates the Annan Harbour Action Group on securing a licence from Marine Scotland to stabilise and repair the slipway at Annan; considers that the slipway will attract boat owners from the surrounding areas and so help the local economy; understands that the Annan Harbour Action Group is made up of committed local people working on a voluntary basis to bring Annan Harbour back into active use; considers that a regenerated and safe harbour area could attract sailors and canoeists and so provide leisure opportunities for people of all ages; further congratulates the work of the group in promoting the re-establishment of coastal rowing on the Solway as part of the Scottish Coastal Rowing Project, and looks forward to the Annan Harbour Festival on 5 May 2012 when the community will celebrate the progress achieved so far and raise funds for the future improvement of the waterfront area.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Annan Harbour Action Group on securing a licence from Marine Scotland to stabilise and repair the slipway at Annan; considers that the slipway will attract boat owners from the surrounding areas and so help the local economy; understands that the Annan Harbour Action Group is made up of committed local people working on a voluntary basis to bring Annan Harbour back into active use; considers that a regenerated and safe harbour area could attract sailors and canoeists and so provide leisure opportunities for people of all ages; further congratulates the work of the group in promoting the re-establishment of coastal rowing on the Solway as part of the Scottish Coastal Rowing Project, and looks forward to the Annan Harbour Festival on 5 May 2012 when the community will celebrate the progress achieved so far and raise funds for the future improvement of the waterfront area.
Supported by: Jamie Hepburn
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That the Parliament congratulates Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service (DAGCAS) on winning the Dumfries and Galloway Chamber of Commerce Social Enterprise/Charity of the Year 2012; understands that DAGCAS has seen a record number of issues and clients in the last year as local people cope with the current economic climate, financial hardship and welfare changes; welcomes what it understands to be the £12 million financial gain that DAGCAS has achieved for its clients, and commends DAGCAS volunteers and staff for providing an excellent free and independent service for citizens across Dumfries and Galloway.
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That the Parliament congratulates Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service (DAGCAS) on winning the Dumfries and Galloway Chamber of Commerce Social Enterprise/Charity of the Year 2012; understands that DAGCAS has seen a record number of issues and clients in the last year as local people cope with the current economic climate, financial hardship and welfare changes; welcomes what it understands to be the £12 million financial gain that DAGCAS has achieved for its clients, and commends DAGCAS volunteers and staff for providing an excellent free and independent service for citizens across Dumfries and Galloway.
Supported by: Adam Ingram, Maureen Watt, Jackie Baillie, Fiona McLeod, Annabelle Ewing, Gil Paterson, Aileen McLeod, Kenneth Gibson, George Adam, Dennis Robertson, Colin Beattie, Bill Kidd, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan, Bob Doris, Richard Lyle, Mike MacKenzie, Humza Yousaf, Kevin Stewart, David Torrance, Mark McDonald, Margaret Burgess
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02399 in the name of Elaine Murray (Improvements to the A75), insert at end "; notes that Scotland's capital budget has been cut by 32%; further notes that a shovel-ready £10 million upgrade of the A75 between Hardgrove and Kinmount was submitted to the Treasury by the Scottish Government in response to the Prime Minister's indication that the UK Government would consider the acceleration of capital spending; welcomes the fact that the Scottish Government has submitted this upgrade as one of its 36 priority projects for UK Government approval, and awaits the UK Government's response to this submission."
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As an amendment to motion S4M-02399 in the name of Elaine Murray (Improvements to the A75), insert at end "; notes that Scotland's capital budget has been cut by 32%; further notes that a shovel-ready £10 million upgrade of the A75 between Hardgrove and Kinmount was submitted to the Treasury by the Scottish Government in response to the Prime Minister's indication that the UK Government would consider the acceleration of capital spending; welcomes the fact that the Scottish Government has submitted this upgrade as one of its 36 priority projects for UK Government approval, and awaits the UK Government's response to this submission."
Supported by: Margaret Burgess, David Torrance, Mark McDonald, Kevin Stewart, Paul Wheelhouse, Mike MacKenzie, Humza Yousaf, Clare Adamson, Willie Coffey, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Colin Beattie, Bill Kidd, Dennis Robertson, Dave Thompson, George Adam, John Wilson, Kenneth Gibson, Aileen McLeod, Adam Ingram, Gil Paterson, Annabelle Ewing, Fiona McLeod
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That the Parliament notes that Scotland has what is believed to be the oldest post office in the world, at Sanquhar in Dumfriesshire, with its origins being traced back to 1712; considers this to be a world-famous landmark and notes the local pride and desire to better celebrate what it considers to be this unique international treasure, and supports local attempts to set up an exhibition for locals and for visitors, commemorating its importance and role in the long social history of Sanquhar.
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That the Parliament notes that Scotland has what is believed to be the oldest post office in the world, at Sanquhar in Dumfriesshire, with its origins being traced back to 1712; considers this to be a world-famous landmark and notes the local pride and desire to better celebrate what it considers to be this unique international treasure, and supports local attempts to set up an exhibition for locals and for visitors, commemorating its importance and role in the long social history of Sanquhar.
Supported by: Fiona McLeod, Annabelle Ewing, Jean Urquhart, Gil Paterson, Chic Brodie, Adam Ingram, Aileen McLeod, Kenneth Gibson, Roderick Campbell, George Adam, Stewart Maxwell, James Dornan, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Angus MacDonald, Humza Yousaf, Colin Keir, Mike MacKenzie, Paul Wheelhouse, Kevin Stewart, David Torrance, Margaret Burgess
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That the Parliament congratulates the Scottish Cricket Team on its victory against Kenya in the World Twenty20 qualifying campaign in Dubai; recognises the effort already made by the team and wishes it the best of luck in the competition; believes that success for the team will be a positive way to inspire Scots to participate in the sport; recognises that the streaming of the match was provided by the Scottish company, QuipuTV, and believes that further success in the tournament will promote Scottish sport at international level and contribute to what is considered to be Scotland’s positive international reputation.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Scottish Cricket Team on its victory against Kenya in the World Twenty20 qualifying campaign in Dubai; recognises the effort already made by the team and wishes it the best of luck in the competition; believes that success for the team will be a positive way to inspire Scots to participate in the sport; recognises that the streaming of the match was provided by the Scottish company, QuipuTV, and believes that further success in the tournament will promote Scottish sport at international level and contribute to what is considered to be Scotland’s positive international reputation.
Supported by: John Mason, Margaret Burgess, Bill Walker, David Torrance, Paul Wheelhouse, Colin Keir, Mark McDonald, Clare Adamson, Mike MacKenzie, Humza Yousaf, Richard Lyle, Jim Hume, Joe FitzPatrick, Bob Doris, Stuart McMillan, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Stewart Maxwell, Bill Kidd, James Dornan, Dave Thompson, John Wilson, Gil Paterson, Adam Ingram, Sandra White, Nanette Milne, Linda Fabiani, Maureen Watt, Jean Urquhart, Annabelle Ewing
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That the Parliament congratulates the Big Burns Supper Trust and organisers on the success of the festival celebrating the life and works of Robert Burns in Dumfries, the town where Scotland's national bard spent the latter part of his life; understands that over 1,000 people were at Whitesands for the launch of the festival on 27 January 2012 and that, at the same, a further 3,000 were in attendance at 45 other venues around the town; notes the attendance of the Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs, who raised the flag for the regional launch of the Year of Creative Scotland; understands that the festival provided a platform for innovative music, theatre, visual arts, dance, live art, film, cabaret and children’s events; applauds the hard work of the many young people in the festival team and hopes that the work was good experience and training for them for the future; further congratulates the Big Burns Supper Trust members who successfully completed the World Host training course, which, it understands, is now being rolled out across Scotland; considers that, without the financial support given by Creative Scotland and others, this festival could not have been the success it was; believes that this festival will have brought positive effects to the local economy, boosted the creative industry in Dumfries and Galloway and increased the public’s appreciation of Burns, his poetry and Scottish culture, and wishes the Big Burns Supper Trust all the best for its annual festival.
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That the Parliament congratulates the Big Burns Supper Trust and organisers on the success of the festival celebrating the life and works of Robert Burns in Dumfries, the town where Scotland's national bard spent the latter part of his life; understands that over 1,000 people were at Whitesands for the launch of the festival on 27 January 2012 and that, at the same, a further 3,000 were in attendance at 45 other venues around the town; notes the attendance of the Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs, who raised the flag for the regional launch of the Year of Creative Scotland; understands that the festival provided a platform for innovative music, theatre, visual arts, dance, live art, film, cabaret and children’s events; applauds the hard work of the many young people in the festival team and hopes that the work was good experience and training for them for the future; further congratulates the Big Burns Supper Trust members who successfully completed the World Host training course, which, it understands, is now being rolled out across Scotland; considers that, without the financial support given by Creative Scotland and others, this festival could not have been the success it was; believes that this festival will have brought positive effects to the local economy, boosted the creative industry in Dumfries and Galloway and increased the public’s appreciation of Burns, his poetry and Scottish culture, and wishes the Big Burns Supper Trust all the best for its annual festival.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Jean Urquhart, Sandra White, Adam Ingram, Chic Brodie, Gil Paterson, Aileen McLeod, Dave Thompson, James Dornan, Bill Kidd, Dennis Robertson, Stewart Maxwell, Rob Gibson, Colin Beattie, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan, Bob Doris, Richard Lyle, Humza Yousaf, Mike MacKenzie, Mark McDonald, Paul Wheelhouse, Jim Eadie, David Torrance, Kevin Stewart, Margaret Burgess
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That the Parliament expresses its concern that the BBC is considering scrapping Introducing in Scotland, a radio show based at Pacific Quay in Glasgow that aims to find the best new unsigned music talent in Scotland, as part of the BBC’s so-called Delivering Quality First plans; believes that giving new artists a platform for their music is a valuable public service; considers that the show’s producers and presenters, Ally McCrae and, previously, Vic Galloway, have done valuable work over the last 11 years in giving new talent exposure to the listening public; is further concerned that, if such programmes are centralised to London, unsigned musicians from Scotland will have less coverage; notes the support for Introducing in Scotland; notes that the petition to save it has received nearly 6,000 signatures in less than one week, and further notes that the petition is available for signing at www.petitionbuzz.com/petitions/introducingscotland.
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That the Parliament expresses its concern that the BBC is considering scrapping Introducing in Scotland, a radio show based at Pacific Quay in Glasgow that aims to find the best new unsigned music talent in Scotland, as part of the BBC’s so-called Delivering Quality First plans; believes that giving new artists a platform for their music is a valuable public service; considers that the show’s producers and presenters, Ally McCrae and, previously, Vic Galloway, have done valuable work over the last 11 years in giving new talent exposure to the listening public; is further concerned that, if such programmes are centralised to London, unsigned musicians from Scotland will have less coverage; notes the support for Introducing in Scotland; notes that the petition to save it has received nearly 6,000 signatures in less than one week, and further notes that the petition is available for signing at www.petitionbuzz.com/petitions/introducingscotland.
Supported by: John Mason, Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart, Drew Smith, Mark McDonald, David Torrance, Mary Fee, Jim Eadie, Paul Wheelhouse, Humza Yousaf, Mike MacKenzie, Angus MacDonald, Clare Adamson, Richard Lyle, Alison Johnstone, Willie Coffey, Margaret McDougall, Stuart McMillan, Christina McKelvie, Jamie Hepburn, Dennis Robertson, Nigel Don, Bill Kidd, Stewart Maxwell, Rob Gibson, Roderick Campbell, Richard Baker, Aileen McLeod, Malcolm Chisholm, Kenneth Gibson, Gil Paterson, Adam Ingram, Chic Brodie, Sandra White, Patricia Ferguson, Linda Fabiani, Jean Urquhart, Christine Grahame, Annabelle Ewing
Current Status: Taken in the Chamber on 19/01/2012
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That the Parliament welcomes the Channel 4 series, The Great British Property Scandal, which, it believes, highlights the problem of long-term empty homes; understands that there are 25,000 long-term empty homes in Scotland; welcomes the Scottish Government’s funding for the Scottish Empty Homes Partnership, which is hosted by Shelter Scotland, and further welcomes the Scottish Government’s ongoing consultation on extending council tax charges for such homes, with the intention that additional revenue raised is re-invested in affordable homes, including the re-use of empty homes.
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That the Parliament welcomes the Channel 4 series, The Great British Property Scandal, which, it believes, highlights the problem of long-term empty homes; understands that there are 25,000 long-term empty homes in Scotland; welcomes the Scottish Government’s funding for the Scottish Empty Homes Partnership, which is hosted by Shelter Scotland, and further welcomes the Scottish Government’s ongoing consultation on extending council tax charges for such homes, with the intention that additional revenue raised is re-invested in affordable homes, including the re-use of empty homes.
Current Status: Fallen on 13/03/2012
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