That the Parliament notes that 11 May 2012 is the 100th anniversary of the first woman being ordained to the UK Trinitarian Christian Ministry; considers that Olive Winchester, who was ordained to, and served in, what is now the Sharpe Memorial Church of the Nazarene, Parkhead, Glasgow, set a precedent for strong women of faith to serve in Christian ministry; notes the Women in Ministry events being held in Glasgow between 11 and 13 May 2012, including those at the University of Glasgow; believes that every woman, child and man is of equal value, and wishes the organisers and people taking part well as they celebrate what it believes is this significant milestone for the UK’s Christian community.
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That the Parliament notes that 11 May 2012 is the 100th anniversary of the first woman being ordained to the UK Trinitarian Christian Ministry; considers that Olive Winchester, who was ordained to, and served in, what is now the Sharpe Memorial Church of the Nazarene, Parkhead, Glasgow, set a precedent for strong women of faith to serve in Christian ministry; notes the Women in Ministry events being held in Glasgow between 11 and 13 May 2012, including those at the University of Glasgow; believes that every woman, child and man is of equal value, and wishes the organisers and people taking part well as they celebrate what it believes is this significant milestone for the UK’s Christian community.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Adam Ingram, Sandra White, Gil Paterson, Roderick Campbell, Dennis Robertson, Nigel Don, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Margaret McDougall, Richard Lyle, Humza Yousaf, Anne McTaggart, Bill Walker, David Torrance, Joan McAlpine, Mark McDonald, Margaret Burgess
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That the Parliament welcomes the opening of the new Clyde Gateway (or East End Regeneration Route), the £25 million road that links the east end of Glasgow to the M74 at Polmadie; considers that this latest investment in the transport network will help regenerate the east end and bring many jobs to the area; considers that it will provide improved access to the velodrome and athletes' village; understands that this route will help transport some 18,000 athletes and support staff as well as spectators during the 2014 Commonwealth Games; welcomes what it considers the significant development and regeneration in Glasgow’s east end as a result of the Commonwealth Games, and looks forward to this being part of a lasting legacy that will help transform the east end.
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That the Parliament welcomes the opening of the new Clyde Gateway (or East End Regeneration Route), the £25 million road that links the east end of Glasgow to the M74 at Polmadie; considers that this latest investment in the transport network will help regenerate the east end and bring many jobs to the area; considers that it will provide improved access to the velodrome and athletes' village; understands that this route will help transport some 18,000 athletes and support staff as well as spectators during the 2014 Commonwealth Games; welcomes what it considers the significant development and regeneration in Glasgow’s east end as a result of the Commonwealth Games, and looks forward to this being part of a lasting legacy that will help transform the east end.
Supported by: Margaret Burgess, Mark McDonald, Joan McAlpine, Paul Wheelhouse, Kevin Stewart, Drew Smith, David Torrance, Mike MacKenzie, Humza Yousaf, Richard Lyle, Dennis Robertson, Bob Doris, Stuart McMillan, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Nigel Don, Bill Kidd, Stewart Maxwell, James Dornan, Kenneth Gibson, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt, Adam Ingram, Sandra White, Jean Urquhart, Annabelle Ewing
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That the Parliament warmly welcomes the news that violent crime in Strathclyde has fallen by 33% over the last four years; notes the statistics that show that murder rates have also been reduced by 16% while the number of attempted murders fell by 42%; commends officers at Strathclyde Police, who it considers have worked hard to engage with Strathclyde’s communities to keep them safe, and considers that an SNP administration investing in 1,000 extra police officers on Scotland’s streets since 2007, some 470 of whom are in Strathclyde, was an excellent decision that has been proven to be correct.
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That the Parliament warmly welcomes the news that violent crime in Strathclyde has fallen by 33% over the last four years; notes the statistics that show that murder rates have also been reduced by 16% while the number of attempted murders fell by 42%; commends officers at Strathclyde Police, who it considers have worked hard to engage with Strathclyde’s communities to keep them safe, and considers that an SNP administration investing in 1,000 extra police officers on Scotland’s streets since 2007, some 470 of whom are in Strathclyde, was an excellent decision that has been proven to be correct.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Jean Urquhart, Fiona McLeod, Sandra White, Maureen Watt, Gil Paterson, Adam Ingram, Stewart Maxwell, Bill Kidd, Nigel Don, Colin Beattie, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan, Christina McKelvie, Willie Coffey, Richard Lyle, Humza Yousaf, Clare Adamson, Mike MacKenzie, John Finnie, Gordon MacDonald, David Torrance, Paul Wheelhouse, Joan McAlpine, Mark McDonald, Jim Eadie, Margaret Burgess
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That the Parliament notes the recent rally that was held in Edinburgh by members of the Sikh community from Shettleston and across Scotland to express their opposition to the reintroduction of the death penalty in India; understands that, as a result of the Indian Government’s decision, a death sentence has been imposed on Balwant Singh Rajoana, who has been in prison since 2007, when he was sentenced to 17 years; understands, however, that, following a mercy petition to the President of India, the death sentence on Balwant Singh Rajoana has been postponed; notes the calls for the Indian Government not to proceed with the death penalty for Balwant Singh Rajoana or any other prisoners, and believes that capital punishment is fundamentally wrong and has no place in the twenty-first century.
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That the Parliament notes the recent rally that was held in Edinburgh by members of the Sikh community from Shettleston and across Scotland to express their opposition to the reintroduction of the death penalty in India; understands that, as a result of the Indian Government’s decision, a death sentence has been imposed on Balwant Singh Rajoana, who has been in prison since 2007, when he was sentenced to 17 years; understands, however, that, following a mercy petition to the President of India, the death sentence on Balwant Singh Rajoana has been postponed; notes the calls for the Indian Government not to proceed with the death penalty for Balwant Singh Rajoana or any other prisoners, and believes that capital punishment is fundamentally wrong and has no place in the twenty-first century.
Supported by: Margaret Burgess, Jim Eadie, Drew Smith, Siobhan McMahon, Jenny Marra, Mark McDonald, John Finnie, Mike MacKenzie, Alison Johnstone, Alison McInnes, Humza Yousaf, Richard Lyle, Bob Doris, Margaret McDougall, Kezia Dugdale, Jamie Hepburn, Dennis Robertson, Rob Gibson, Bill Kidd, Patrick Harvie, Malcolm Chisholm, Roderick Campbell, Dave Thompson, Gil Paterson, Chic Brodie, Adam Ingram, Fiona McLeod, Claudia Beamish, Sandra White, Maureen Watt, Linda Fabiani, Jean Urquhart, Annabelle Ewing
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That the Parliament notes that 15 April 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of RMS Titanic, considered to be one of the deadliest peacetime maritime disasters in history, which is believed to have resulted in the deaths of 1,514 people; understands that John Harper, a Baptist pastor from Houston, Renfrewshire, who was en route to preach in Chicago, died trying to help others on the ship; considers that memories of Mr Harper live on at what is now the Harper Memorial Baptist Church, but was originally the Paisley Road Baptist Church, where he became the pastor in 1897; notes that the church will host a Titanic Weekend event to mark the anniversary, and remembers with sadness all of those who lost family and friends in this tragic moment in history.
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That the Parliament notes that 15 April 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the sinking of RMS Titanic, considered to be one of the deadliest peacetime maritime disasters in history, which is believed to have resulted in the deaths of 1,514 people; understands that John Harper, a Baptist pastor from Houston, Renfrewshire, who was en route to preach in Chicago, died trying to help others on the ship; considers that memories of Mr Harper live on at what is now the Harper Memorial Baptist Church, but was originally the Paisley Road Baptist Church, where he became the pastor in 1897; notes that the church will host a Titanic Weekend event to mark the anniversary, and remembers with sadness all of those who lost family and friends in this tragic moment in history.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Sandra White, Adam Ingram, Roderick Campbell, Dave Thompson, Murdo Fraser, Malcolm Chisholm, Bill Kidd, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Humza Yousaf, Joan McAlpine, Mike MacKenzie, Colin Keir, Jim Eadie, Margaret Burgess
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That the Parliament warmly welcomes the news that the International Paralympic Committee has chosen Glasgow to host the 2015 European Swimming Championships; understands that more than 500 swimmers from over 40 countries are expected to compete at the championships, which will be held at the new Tollcross International Aquatic Centre in Glasgow’s east end; notes that this is the same pool in which the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games swimming competitions are due to be held; understands that the venue is undergoing a £13.7 million upgrade, which is scheduled for completion in spring 2013; believes that this will be a significant boost to the local economy and community in Glasgow’s east end, and wishes all participants well as they train for 2015.
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That the Parliament warmly welcomes the news that the International Paralympic Committee has chosen Glasgow to host the 2015 European Swimming Championships; understands that more than 500 swimmers from over 40 countries are expected to compete at the championships, which will be held at the new Tollcross International Aquatic Centre in Glasgow’s east end; notes that this is the same pool in which the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games swimming competitions are due to be held; understands that the venue is undergoing a £13.7 million upgrade, which is scheduled for completion in spring 2013; believes that this will be a significant boost to the local economy and community in Glasgow’s east end, and wishes all participants well as they train for 2015.
Supported by: Kevin Stewart, Joan McAlpine, Paul Wheelhouse, Jim Eadie, David Torrance, Drew Smith, Gordon MacDonald, Mike MacKenzie, Humza Yousaf, Richard Lyle, Joe FitzPatrick, Bob Doris, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan, Dennis Robertson, Colin Beattie, James Dornan, Rob Gibson, Stewart Maxwell, Bill Kidd, Kenneth Gibson, Hugh Henry, Roderick Campbell, Adam Ingram, Gil Paterson, Maureen Watt, Fiona McLeod, Jean Urquhart, Annabelle Ewing
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That the Parliament is disappointed with Glasgow City Council’s response to major road closures, especially in what it considers the council’s lack of information and communication with members of the public, local businesses and elected members; understands that, previously, Sauchiehall Street was closed for a considerable period and now London Road, a strategically important route through Glasgow Shettleston, has been closed since 13 January 2012 due to a dangerous building; notes the frustration of local people in Bridgeton who have been made homeless and had their businesses closed; further notes the disruption to transport, and considers that there is confusion over revised bus routes and for drivers from outwith the area.
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That the Parliament is disappointed with Glasgow City Council’s response to major road closures, especially in what it considers the council’s lack of information and communication with members of the public, local businesses and elected members; understands that, previously, Sauchiehall Street was closed for a considerable period and now London Road, a strategically important route through Glasgow Shettleston, has been closed since 13 January 2012 due to a dangerous building; notes the frustration of local people in Bridgeton who have been made homeless and had their businesses closed; further notes the disruption to transport, and considers that there is confusion over revised bus routes and for drivers from outwith the area.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Gil Paterson, Bill Kidd, Colin Beattie, Jamie Hepburn, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Humza Yousaf, Mike MacKenzie, Joan McAlpine, David Torrance, Gordon MacDonald
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That the Parliament notes the enactment of the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Act 2012, which came into force on 1 March 2012; notes the significant amount of political debate that surrounded the passing of this legislation; further notes that two men were recently arrested by British Transport Police for “chanting and singing songs of a racially derogative nature” following the Ayr United versus Hibernian Scottish Cup match; understands that the fans involved were not connected to the Old Firm; considers that this legislation was introduced to tackle offensive behaviour throughout all of Scottish football, and believes that these recent convictions show that the legislation is robust and is allowing the police more power to tackle offensive behaviour at football.
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That the Parliament notes the enactment of the Offensive Behaviour at Football and Threatening Communications (Scotland) Act 2012, which came into force on 1 March 2012; notes the significant amount of political debate that surrounded the passing of this legislation; further notes that two men were recently arrested by British Transport Police for “chanting and singing songs of a racially derogative nature” following the Ayr United versus Hibernian Scottish Cup match; understands that the fans involved were not connected to the Old Firm; considers that this legislation was introduced to tackle offensive behaviour throughout all of Scottish football, and believes that these recent convictions show that the legislation is robust and is allowing the police more power to tackle offensive behaviour at football.
Supported by: Bill Walker, Margaret Burgess, Mark McDonald, Joan McAlpine, Mike MacKenzie, Richard Lyle, Stuart McMillan, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Dave Thompson, Gil Paterson, Adam Ingram
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That the Parliament notes the headline story in The Herald newspaper of 1 March 2012 regarding Scotland’s ageing population and using figures from the National Records of Scotland; regrets what it considers to be the negative phraseology used in the report such as “demographic time bomb” and “increased burden”; considers that older people are inherently a good thing for Scotland; is delighted that, after years of concern about Scottish life expectancy being so short, more people are living longer; considers that Scots of all ages have much to contribute to society and that, in particular, older people can be a source of wisdom and support for their immediate families and the wider community; hopes that life expectancy in Scotland can continue to be improved, and looks forward to the opportunities afforded to Scotland by this rising trend in population.
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That the Parliament notes the headline story in The Herald newspaper of 1 March 2012 regarding Scotland’s ageing population and using figures from the National Records of Scotland; regrets what it considers to be the negative phraseology used in the report such as “demographic time bomb” and “increased burden”; considers that older people are inherently a good thing for Scotland; is delighted that, after years of concern about Scottish life expectancy being so short, more people are living longer; considers that Scots of all ages have much to contribute to society and that, in particular, older people can be a source of wisdom and support for their immediate families and the wider community; hopes that life expectancy in Scotland can continue to be improved, and looks forward to the opportunities afforded to Scotland by this rising trend in population.
Supported by: Annabelle Ewing, Fiona McLeod, Maureen Watt, Adam Ingram, Gil Paterson, Roderick Campbell, Dave Thompson, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Bob Doris, Stuart McMillan, Richard Lyle, Humza Yousaf, Mike MacKenzie, Joan McAlpine, Mark McDonald, David Torrance, Gordon MacDonald, Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart
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That the Parliament notes that 28 January to 5 February 2012 is Poverty and Homelessness Action Week and commends this year’s theme, Breaking Barriers; notes that Poverty and Homelessness Action Week has been running each year since 2008, supported by Church Action on Poverty, Housing Justice and Scottish Churches Housing Action; considers that the event brings together two special Sundays that have been marked in UK churches for many years; welcomes the efforts being made to raise awareness of the issues of poverty and homelessness in the UK; also commends efforts to raise funds for projects and campaigns that work to tackle poverty and homelessness; notes that the week involves people in campaign actions that tackle the causes of poverty and homelessness, and encourages everyone to get involved in Poverty and Homelessness Action Week.
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That the Parliament notes that 28 January to 5 February 2012 is Poverty and Homelessness Action Week and commends this year’s theme, Breaking Barriers; notes that Poverty and Homelessness Action Week has been running each year since 2008, supported by Church Action on Poverty, Housing Justice and Scottish Churches Housing Action; considers that the event brings together two special Sundays that have been marked in UK churches for many years; welcomes the efforts being made to raise awareness of the issues of poverty and homelessness in the UK; also commends efforts to raise funds for projects and campaigns that work to tackle poverty and homelessness; notes that the week involves people in campaign actions that tackle the causes of poverty and homelessness, and encourages everyone to get involved in Poverty and Homelessness Action Week.
Supported by: Margaret Burgess, Kevin Stewart, Drew Smith, David Torrance, Mark McDonald, Jim Eadie, Paul Wheelhouse, Joan McAlpine, Mike MacKenzie, Humza Yousaf, Richard Lyle, Alison Johnstone, Margaret McDougall, Bob Doris, Stuart McMillan, Jamie Hepburn, Colin Beattie, Dennis Robertson, Bill Kidd, Stewart Maxwell, James Dornan, Dave Thompson, Roderick Campbell, John Wilson, Kenneth Gibson, Hugh Henry, Gil Paterson, Adam Ingram, Sandra White, Rhoda Grant, Jean Urquhart, Annabelle Ewing
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