That this House congratulates the Manda Centre on securing £43,488 National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; acknowledges the work this group does to support those affected by trauma, loss and personal crisis; commends the group on using this grant to deliver a support programme which includes services such as practical and emotional support, advocacy, group work, counselling, and holistic therapies; and notes that these activities will be delivered over two years, supporting 220 people and 15 volunteers.

That this House congratulates the Manda Centre on securing £43,488 National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; acknowledges the work this group does to support those affected by trauma, loss and personal crisis; commends the group on using this grant to deliver a support programme which includes services...

That this House congratulates the charity Blameless on securing £82,500 National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; commends the group's efforts to support children and families that have been affected by drug or alcohol addiction by providing recreational activities and opportunities for children and families, allowing them to escape from the pressure of their own life; celebrates that this group will use this funding to continue to deliver and expand their addiction support services, as well as providing further opportunities and support for volunteers; and notes that the activities will engage with 250 people, including children and their families, and 45 volunteers from across Lanarkshire .

That this House congratulates the charity Blameless on securing £82,500 National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; commends the group's efforts to support children and families that have been affected by drug or alcohol addiction by providing recreational activities and opportunities for children and families, allowing them to...

That this House congratulates Healthy Valleys on securing £322,946 in National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; notes that this group is a community-led health initiative with a focus on supporting rural South Lanarkshire communities; commends the group on using this funding to deliver the Resilient Families project, working with disadvantaged and isolated families with children under five and experiencing complex and challenging circumstances; and celebrates the group's endeavours to help parents develop the knowledge, skills, resilience and confidence to manage their circumstances and improve the lives of their children.

That this House congratulates Healthy Valleys on securing £322,946 in National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; notes that this group is a community-led health initiative with a focus on supporting rural South Lanarkshire communities; commends the group on using this funding to deliver the Resilient Families project,...

That this House congratulates Lanark Community Development Trust on securing £99,940 in National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; acknowledges the group's endeavours to develop and deliver community projects which have a social, environmental and economic impact; commends the group on using the funding to deliver a three year community gardening project, providing activities for the local community in Lanark; notes that the project will deliver a wide range of horticultural, educational, training and volunteering opportunities for local people of all ages and backgrounds; and celebrates that the project will help local people take control of their lives, reduce isolation, build resilience and improve wellbeing while also improving community connections.

That this House congratulates Lanark Community Development Trust on securing £99,940 in National Lottery funding from the Big Lottery Fund Scotland; acknowledges the group's endeavours to develop and deliver community projects which have a social, environmental and economic impact; commends the group on using the funding to deliver a three...

That this House congratulates Ayrshire Samaritans on its one year birthday at its new premises in The Forgate, Kilmarnock; notes that these premises are more accessible and welcoming than its previous premises; commends Worksmart, which undertook the original refurbishment, providing labour free of charge; commends all the volunteers who work for the Samaritans; further commends Ayrshire Samaritans on its one year birthday drop-in event; acknowledges the vital support work undertaken by the Samaritans; notes that it offers a safe place for people to talk any time they like, in their own way; acknowledges that while people contacting the Samaritans do not need to be feeling suicidal; recognises that much of its work relates to people concerned about suicidal thoughts; further acknowledges that suicide rates among young men in particular remain a concern and that efforts to encourage people to be more open about how they feel can help reduce the rates of suicide; and urges that Parliamentarians lead by example and do not use the term suicide as a joking term.

That this House congratulates Ayrshire Samaritans on its one year birthday at its new premises in The Forgate, Kilmarnock; notes that these premises are more accessible and welcoming than its previous premises; commends Worksmart, which undertook the original refurbishment, providing labour free of charge; commends all the volunteers who work...

That this House congratulates East Ayrshire Churches Homelessness Action (EACHa) for the publication of its Community Friends Action Plan which brought together 100 representatives from a wide range of Ayrshire stakeholders to take full ownership of building co-operation for tackling issues in homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and reducing anti-social behaviour; applauds EACHa for this proactive approach and being the catalyst to drive forward this action plan; understands the devastating impact homelessness has on the individual, the family and society as a whole; recognises the selfless work, dedication and tangible help provided by EACHa volunteers to some of the most vulnerable people in the community; is grateful to organisations such as EACHa which offer not only a hand of friendship but provide real help and advice when people have nowhere else to turn; and pays tribute to all the EACHa volunteers who for the last 13 years have worked so tirelessly to bring to life their motto that each person matters.

That this House congratulates East Ayrshire Churches Homelessness Action (EACHa) for the publication of its Community Friends Action Plan which brought together 100 representatives from a wide range of Ayrshire stakeholders to take full ownership of building co-operation for tackling issues in homelessness, improving health and wellbeing and reducing anti-social...

That this House congratulates the Machen Trust on securing a grant of £5,000 from the Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards the salary of the full-time Children's Worker to work in Strutherhill and Hareleeshill; acknowledges the work that this group does to encourage, enable and empower young people; and commends the group for its endeavours to make a positive difference to the life chances of young people in the Larkhall area by providing activities, experiences and opportunities, and, by doing so, building a stronger community.

That this House congratulates the Machen Trust on securing a grant of £5,000 from the Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards the salary of the full-time Children's Worker to work in Strutherhill and Hareleeshill; acknowledges the work that this group does to encourage, enable and empower young people; and commends the...

That this House congratulates Community Volunteers Enabling Youth Project on securing £5,000 from Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards the salary of the full-time Befriending Leader; acknowledges that this group recruits, trains and supports volunteer befrienders for vulnerable young people; and celebrates the work this group does to ensure that young people are supported on their life journey through strong and supportive befriending relationships, seeing them better equipped to reach their potential.

That this House congratulates Community Volunteers Enabling Youth Project on securing £5,000 from Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards the salary of the full-time Befriending Leader; acknowledges that this group recruits, trains and supports volunteer befrienders for vulnerable young people; and celebrates the work this group does to ensure that young...

That this House congratulates the Milan Lunch and Social Club on securing £2,600 from the Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards running costs of its lunch club; acknowledges the work this group does to support 35 older people from a BAME community by holding a lunch club twice a week; celebrates that cultural festivals across a broad range of religions form a regular feature of the club's activities; and commends the group's work on bringing together this community.

That this House congratulates the Milan Lunch and Social Club on securing £2,600 from the Corra Foundation 2017 Awards towards running costs of its lunch club; acknowledges the work this group does to support 35 older people from a BAME community by holding a lunch club twice a week; celebrates...

That this House congratulates the Manda Centre on securing £8,917 from the Big Lottery Fund's Award For All Scotland grant; acknowledges the support this organisation provides for those affected by trauma, loss and personal crisis; celebrates the endeavours of the Manda Centre to offer practical and emotional support, advocacy, counselling, holistic therapies and psychotherapies; and commends the group on using its grant to help stabilise and expand its service, which is currently being delivered on a voluntary basis and on fundraising and donations.

That this House congratulates the Manda Centre on securing £8,917 from the Big Lottery Fund's Award For All Scotland grant; acknowledges the support this organisation provides for those affected by trauma, loss and personal crisis; celebrates the endeavours of the Manda Centre to offer practical and emotional support, advocacy, counselling,...

That this House is deeply concerned by reports that the 44th Glasgow Scout Hall in the Kelvindale area of the city is under threat; recognises that the scout hall on this land was first founded in the 1950s, with a new premises being built by the Scout Association in 1994 following a fire; further recognises that the 44th Glasgow Scout Group took over ownership of the hall in 2003 at a time when it was vacant and in a state of disrepair and have subsequently upgraded the premises to meet Care Commission standards; understands that the land owners Mactaggart and Mickel now wish to develop or dispose of the land and appear to have originally stated that there would be no future provision for the scout hall; welcomes a recent statement by Mactaggart and Mickel indicating that following careful consideration and discussions with Glasgow City Council, the company is willing to consider all options for the scout group which includes replacement or relocation if a suitable facility can be found; appreciates that the scout hall has been an invaluable local resource for many years in an area which has very limited equivalent community facilities and acknowledges the strength of feeling among the local community that the scout hall must be retained; notes that Mactaggart and Mickel have previously quoted a disproportionate cost for the scouts group to buy the land which far exceeds the valuation made by the group's own qualified surveyor and takes no account of the significant expenditure that the group have incurred to refurbish the hall; and encourages all parties to engage in constructive discussions to find a solution which retains a scout hall as a community resource for future generations.

That this House is deeply concerned by reports that the 44th Glasgow Scout Hall in the Kelvindale area of the city is under threat; recognises that the scout hall on this land was first founded in the 1950s, with a new premises being built by the Scout Association in 1994...

That this House congratulates Girvan and District Attractions and Entertainment Association on their successful bid for funding from the Big Lottery Fund under the banner of Celebrate; recognises that Celebrate supports people to bring their local communities together, building stronger neighbourhoods and tackling social isolation; notes that Girvan Attractions was set up for the benefit of the local community and is run by local volunteers of all ages; commends their efforts to organise a range of events which appeal to a wide variety of people and attracts tourists to the area; and acknowledges the success of 2016's Girvan and South Carrick Fireworks Display which brought together thousands of people to celebrate together.

That this House congratulates Girvan and District Attractions and Entertainment Association on their successful bid for funding from the Big Lottery Fund under the banner of Celebrate; recognises that Celebrate supports people to bring their local communities together, building stronger neighbourhoods and tackling social isolation; notes that Girvan Attractions was...

That this House welcomes the launch of the #RightApproach campaign by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO); understands that through quotes, blogs, case-studies and videos, the campaign will seek to promote and encourage human rights-based approaches within the third sector and beyond; recognises that the #RightApproach campaign aims to ensure the principles of dignity and equality, currently enshrined in international human rights treaties and law, are realised at grassroots level; believes that by pursuing a human rights-based approach to service delivery in both the public and third sectors, outcomes will greatly improve for individuals, communities, wider society and within public and third sector bodies; shares the view that many peoples' human rights are currently not being realised, particularly in terms of health and well-being, the right to food, the right to shelter and the right to freedom of expression; is concerned that following the EU referendum result, many people are anxious that their human rights will be diminished; and believes that by taking the #RightApproach, organisations across the public and third sectors can reaffirm their commitment to human rights.

That this House welcomes the launch of the #RightApproach campaign by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO); understands that through quotes, blogs, case-studies and videos, the campaign will seek to promote and encourage human rights-based approaches within the third sector and beyond; recognises that the #RightApproach campaign aims to...

That this House commends the many years of hard work by Eileen McKenna, Helen Ross and Christine McGrath in their respective roles as Lochgelly Community Development Forum's chairperson, treasurer and secretary; recognises the contribution they have made throughout the Lochgelly community and most recently through the organisation of the Lochgelly gala; acknowledges that the trio are now retiring from the Gala Committee but will continue to make a positive impact in the community through involvement in the local charity shop and Lochgelly Christmas lights; and wishes them all the best for the future.

That this House commends the many years of hard work by Eileen McKenna, Helen Ross and Christine McGrath in their respective roles as Lochgelly Community Development Forum's chairperson, treasurer and secretary; recognises the contribution they have made throughout the Lochgelly community and most recently through the organisation of the Lochgelly...

That this House congratulates Ethan Toner from the 8th Ayr Boys' Brigade Company, based at St James Parish Church in Ayr, who has gained his Queen's Badge; recognises that this is the highest award that a boy can achieve in the Boys' Brigade; notes the opportunities that organisations like the Boys' Brigade can offer young people; acknowledges the hard work, time and dedication that Ethan has given to both his Brigade Company and his community; and applauds his enthusiasm to face new challenges and to push himself to gain new skills.

That this House congratulates Ethan Toner from the 8th Ayr Boys' Brigade Company, based at St James Parish Church in Ayr, who has gained his Queen's Badge; recognises that this is the highest award that a boy can achieve in the Boys' Brigade; notes the opportunities that organisations like the...

That this House recognises the essential service provided by the RNLI throughout the UK and the long and devoted service of many of its volunteers; further recognises the importance of RNLI stations to coastal and island communities; notes that many local authorities set aside social housing that is reserved exclusively for those who are deemed key workers including NHS staff, firefighters and those in the police force; further notes that the Government does not consider RNLI volunteers to fall into this category; is concerned of the effect that this will have on recruiting and retaining RNLI staff; and calls on the Government to reconsider this classification for the RNLI and provide all reasonable means to support local authorities in their housing provision for key emergency service workers.

That this House recognises the essential service provided by the RNLI throughout the UK and the long and devoted service of many of its volunteers; further recognises the importance of RNLI stations to coastal and island communities; notes that many local authorities set aside social housing that is reserved exclusively...

That this House congratulates Natasha Kerr from the old mill town of Catrine in East Ayrshire for her Scotland's Youth Worker of the Year and Volunteer of the Year awards from YouthLink Scotland; pays tribute to her outstanding dedication to her work in mentoring young athletes with the Catrine Youth Club, Kilmarnock Harriers and East Ayrshire Vibrant Communities through her Ayrshire College course; commends her for overcoming the challenging personal barriers of self-mutism and being on the autistic spectrum; celebrates her being nominated by the YWCA as one of the 30 most inspiring women under 30 in Scotland; notes in Volunteers' Week the importance of volunteers to youth groups, charities and voluntary organisations throughout the country; recognises that volunteering helps to develop individuals giving them valuable experience, transferable skills and increasing self-confidence, making them more employable; and thanks those volunteers that were there to support, encourage and help Natasha along the way to develop into the remarkable young woman she is.

That this House congratulates Natasha Kerr from the old mill town of Catrine in East Ayrshire for her Scotland's Youth Worker of the Year and Volunteer of the Year awards from YouthLink Scotland; pays tribute to her outstanding dedication to her work in mentoring young athletes with the Catrine Youth...

That this House congratulates the Wynd Centre in Paisley on receiving the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service; recognises that this is the highest award that any voluntary group can receive in the UK; notes that the Wynd Centre has been providing counselling support in Paisley for over 30 years; further notes that the centre provides a base for a number of organisations, including the PACE Theatre Company, Victim Support, Social Care Association and Paisley Child Contact Centre; notes that the Wynd Centre will receive this award from the Lord Lieutenant of Renfrewshire in summer 2016; and thanks all the staff and volunteers based at the Wynd Centre for the support that they have provided to local people over the last 30 years.

That this House congratulates the Wynd Centre in Paisley on receiving the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service; recognises that this is the highest award that any voluntary group can receive in the UK; notes that the Wynd Centre has been providing counselling support in Paisley for over 30 years; further...

That this House congratulates the East Ayrshire Carers Centre on its award of £40,000 from the ScottishPower Energy People Trust; understands that the award enables the provision of a more direct service to vulnerable carers in rural areas where transport costs can become a barrier to receiving support; welcomes the training and educational programmes supplied to help carers and their families maximise their sometimes very limited income and manage household finances; recognises that the East Ayrshire Carers Centre is an important lifeline to carers who in many cases are in financial crisis; celebrates its upcoming 20th anniversary; expresses thanks to the staff and volunteers of the East Ayrshire Carers Centre who provide such an important service to vulnerable carers; and calls on the Government to recognise that many carers are living in fuel poverty whilst playing a crucial role in the delivery of health and social care provision in the UK.

That this House congratulates the East Ayrshire Carers Centre on its award of £40,000 from the ScottishPower Energy People Trust; understands that the award enables the provision of a more direct service to vulnerable carers in rural areas where transport costs can become a barrier to receiving support; welcomes the...

That this House congratulates the Vale of Leven Autism and Asperger's Forum (VOLAAF) on being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for voluntary groups, which is the highest form of recognition for voluntary organisations; believes that VOLAAF carries out invaluable work in supporting parents and carers of families affected by Autism spectrum disorders and is a worthy recipient of this award; notes that the VOLAAF is based within the West of Scotland Autism and Asperger's Centre in the Renton area of West Dunbartonshire and seeks to build relationships with local authorities and health partnerships to ensure that the centre is open to all those who require assistance; considers that both the volunteers' dedication and hard work deserve the highest praise; and wishes them continued success for the future.

That this House congratulates the Vale of Leven Autism and Asperger's Forum (VOLAAF) on being awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, the MBE for voluntary groups, which is the highest form of recognition for voluntary organisations; believes that VOLAAF carries out invaluable work in supporting parents and carers of...