That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Machan Trust; recognises their meaningful work with young people, enabling them to reach their potential and better their lives; acknowledges the positive impact that the Machan Trust has had on Larkhall, building trusting relationships with young people, and working collaboratively with them to adopt healthy decision-making processes in their lives; values their role in enabling young people to participate in extracurricular activities; and wishes them every success with their 25 years celebration event.

That this House celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Machan Trust; recognises their meaningful work with young people, enabling them to reach their potential and better their lives; acknowledges the positive impact that the Machan Trust has had on Larkhall, building trusting relationships with young people, and working collaboratively with...

That this House congratulates Carluke Primrose Orchestral Flutes on their Platinum Award at the Scottish Concert Band Festival; celebrates their success in being one of seven winning amateur groups chosen by a panel of esteemed judges for Classic FM and their Big Platinum Performance as part of their birthday celebrations and the Queen’s Jubilee in 2022; appreciates their musical talent and their role in enriching culture in Carluke; and wishes them success in their 41st annual concert.

That this House congratulates Carluke Primrose Orchestral Flutes on their Platinum Award at the Scottish Concert Band Festival; celebrates their success in being one of seven winning amateur groups chosen by a panel of esteemed judges for Classic FM and their Big Platinum Performance as part of their birthday celebrations...

That this House congratulates New Lanark Trust on their award of £2.3 million funding to ensure the future of the New Lanark UNESCO World Heritage site; understands that the funding from the National Heritage Memorial Fund’s Covid-19 Response Fund will allow New Lanark Trust to undertake maintenance on a number of the Category A listed buildings on the site, which have been delayed because of the pandemic; acknowledges that New Lanark was founded as a cotton-spinning village in 1785 by David Dale and was expanded by Robert Owen to become the biggest cotton mill in Scotland and one of the largest factory sites in the world with over 2,000 people living and working in the village; recognises that New Lanark Trust was established in 1974 to rescue the former cotton mill village from demolition and has successfully managed and preserved the site, leading to the UNESCO World Heritage Site designation in 2001 for their restoration work and the history and social philosophies of David Dale and Robert Owen; and commends New Lanark Trust for all their hard work and dedication over the last half century and wishes them well for the future.

That this House congratulates New Lanark Trust on their award of £2.3 million funding to ensure the future of the New Lanark UNESCO World Heritage site; understands that the funding from the National Heritage Memorial Fund’s Covid-19 Response Fund will allow New Lanark Trust to undertake maintenance on a number...

That this House congratulates all of the winners of he Asda Foundation’s Empowering Local Communities grant in South Lanarkshire: Tact Healthy Park, Blantyre Youth Development Team, Hyper Cyber Youth Project, Priestfield Senior Citizens Hall Committee, Drumsagard Football Club, and Priestfield Boxing Club; notes that each winner has received funding that they will use to boost their operations; wishes all winners the very best in their future endeavours; and commends Asda for its investment into organisations that benefit their local communities.

That this House congratulates all of the winners of he Asda Foundation’s Empowering Local Communities grant in South Lanarkshire: Tact Healthy Park, Blantyre Youth Development Team, Hyper Cyber Youth Project, Priestfield Senior Citizens Hall Committee, Drumsagard Football Club, and Priestfield Boxing Club; notes that each winner has received funding that...

That this House congratulates Larkhall Men’s Shed on securing £9,900 of funding through the National Lottery Community fund; understands the grant will be used to establish a permanent premises and base for the newly independent Men’s Shed; appreciates the incredible work of the Men’s Sheds across the constituency; and wishes them every success for the future.

That this House congratulates Larkhall Men’s Shed on securing £9,900 of funding through the National Lottery Community fund; understands the grant will be used to establish a permanent premises and base for the newly independent Men’s Shed; appreciates the incredible work of the Men’s Sheds across the constituency; and wishes...

That this House congratulates Carluke’s Men’s Shed on securing £10,000 of funding through the National Lottery Community fund; understands the grant will be used to fund the refurbishment and improvements for the newly acquired base for the local men’s shed group; praises their project which will support members to increase social networks, reduce isolation, and learns and share skills and knowledge; and appreciates the positive impact that Carluke Men’s Shed has on the community.

That this House congratulates Carluke’s Men’s Shed on securing £10,000 of funding through the National Lottery Community fund; understands the grant will be used to fund the refurbishment and improvements for the newly acquired base for the local men’s shed group; praises their project which will support members to increase...

That this House congratulates Bothwell and Uddingston Men’s Shed on securing £5,600 of funding through the National Lottery Community fund; understands the grant will be used to fund the installation of solar panels and a water filtration system for the local Men’s Shed; commends Bothwell and Uddingston Men’s Shed for taking active steps towards being more environmentally conscious in their work; thanks them for setting an example for local community groups to follow in their footsteps; and praises the positive work of the Men’s Sheds across the constituency.

That this House congratulates Bothwell and Uddingston Men’s Shed on securing £5,600 of funding through the National Lottery Community fund; understands the grant will be used to fund the installation of solar panels and a water filtration system for the local Men’s Shed; commends Bothwell and Uddingston Men’s Shed for...

That this House commends Blantyre Foodbank on joining the Scottish SPCA’s Pet Aid scheme; notes that through this scheme the foodbank will provide essential food and care supplies to pet owners struggling with the cost-of-living crisis; further notes that this will allow people to better take care of their beloved pets; recognises that without this support many owners would have to give their pets up which has detrimental effects on their mental health and happiness; and thanks the Scottish SPCA for their efforts in rolling out the Pet Aid scheme and the important work that this facilitates.

That this House commends Blantyre Foodbank on joining the Scottish SPCA’s Pet Aid scheme; notes that through this scheme the foodbank will provide essential food and care supplies to pet owners struggling with the cost-of-living crisis; further notes that this will allow people to better take care of their beloved...

That this House congratulates Lanark Amateur Swimming Club head coach Karen Kelly on her 50th anniversary with the club; notes that Karen joined Lanark ASC as a swimmer aged 10 in 1973 before starting as a poolside helper and progressing from coach to head coach; praises her for her extraordinary work as a volunteer who has coached more than 40 district champions, 15 Scottish junior champions, 12 Scottish schools champions and two Deaflympic athletes earning her multiple awards including Clydesdale Sports Council Coach of the Year and Scottish Amateur Swimming Association coach volunteer of the year; recognises that Karen’s commitment and sacrifice as a coach has provided countless swimmers the opportunity to reach their potential and compete at the highest level; commends her for her inspiration, encouragement and support for the club’s swimmers; and thanks Karen for her everything she has done for the club.

That this House congratulates Lanark Amateur Swimming Club head coach Karen Kelly on her 50th anniversary with the club; notes that Karen joined Lanark ASC as a swimmer aged 10 in 1973 before starting as a poolside helper and progressing from coach to head coach; praises her for her extraordinary...

That this House congratulates the following South Lanarkshire Council Community Grant Scheme recipients in Hamilton and recognises the important work of each of these groups: the Eddlewood Bowling Club Ladies Section who continue to foster a positive and welcoming environment will use their £300 funding for a group trip, the St Andrew’s Church, in Blantyre, which encourages positive personal development through the fellowship of the church and will also put their £300 funding towards a group outing, the Earnock Residents Association who are active participants in improving their local area and who have been awarded £250 for administration and publicity costs, and the Hillhouse Link Association who received £1000 for their efforts to create a warm and welcoming space; and commends the council’s funding scheme which undoubtedly benefits the wider South Lanarkshire community.

That this House congratulates the following South Lanarkshire Council Community Grant Scheme recipients in Hamilton and recognises the important work of each of these groups: the Eddlewood Bowling Club Ladies Section who continue to foster a positive and welcoming environment will use their £300 funding for a group trip, the...

That this House congratulates Lisa Sultana for her fundraising successes in Strathaven; recognises her creative and determined efforts in setting up a Facebook group and raffling prizes to raise money for charity, especially for food banks; notes how this not only encouraged the local community in the midst of the covid-19 pandemic, but also raised over £20,000; applauds the wider community for their generous giving of money, gifts and daily essentials; commends the further contribution made by Lisa's outstanding efforts to install the first book vending machine in Scotland; recognises that it is estimated that 560 books that will be handed out to school children as a result of this work; and wishes Lisa the very best in her future endeavours and wider ambition for every learning establishment in deprived areas in Scotland to be given a book vending machine.

That this House congratulates Lisa Sultana for her fundraising successes in Strathaven; recognises her creative and determined efforts in setting up a Facebook group and raffling prizes to raise money for charity, especially for food banks; notes how this not only encouraged the local community in the midst of the...

That this House congratulates community group Bonnie Blantyre and Pals for their Gold Award in Keep Scotland Beautiful’s Keep Scotland Beautiful Competition; recognises that this achievement reflects the group’s long running campaign to encourage pride in the local community and builds on previous awards and achievements; further recognises the contributions of local organisers and volunteers, businesses, and South Lanarkshire Council’s Grounds Team; and wishes the group the very best in their future work.

That this House congratulates community group Bonnie Blantyre and Pals for their Gold Award in Keep Scotland Beautiful’s Keep Scotland Beautiful Competition; recognises that this achievement reflects the group’s long running campaign to encourage pride in the local community and builds on previous awards and achievements; further recognises the contributions...

That this House notes the 140 year anniversary of Our Lady and St John's Church, Blackwood, built in 1880; recognises that the parish comprises two churches, St Mary’s in Larkhall and Our Lady and St John’s in Blackwood; further notes that the church has served the spiritual needs of communities across Larkhall, Blackwood, Kirkmuirhill, Coalburn and Lesmahagow throughout this time; congratulates Our Lady and St John’s for its international outreach welcoming parishioners from Fiji, Poland, Australia, South Africa, Portugal, Brazil, Vietnam, Hong Kong, India, Italy, the Philippines and Czechia to name a few; and thanks Father Wyllie and the parish members for their never-ending dedication to community outreach and church life and sends every best wish for the future.

That this House notes the 140 year anniversary of Our Lady and St John's Church, Blackwood, built in 1880; recognises that the parish comprises two churches, St Mary’s in Larkhall and Our Lady and St John’s in Blackwood; further notes that the church has served the spiritual needs of communities...

That this House congratulates the winners of this year’s Provost Awards in Rutherglen and Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire; commends Patricia Ponzi for her environmental works to improve greenspace and biodiversity in Overtoun Park and litter picks in Rutherglen, David O’Neill for his community activism work on a variety of local issues, Sharon Anderson for her impressive volunteer work, Nicole Digruber for setting up Friends of Fernbrae Meadows, through which she has organised litter picks and worked with local schools, Andy Rundell for establishing the community-led Eastfield United Football Team and its associated fundraising efforts for charity, Linda Wallace for her contributions to Cambuslang Community Council and founding of Cambuslang in Bloom and Maureen Lewis for her extensive contributions to the local community spanning the last 16 years; and wishes all winners the very best in future voluntary works.

That this House congratulates the winners of this year’s Provost Awards in Rutherglen and Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire; commends Patricia Ponzi for her environmental works to improve greenspace and biodiversity in Overtoun Park and litter picks in Rutherglen, David O’Neill for his community activism work on a variety of local issues,...

That this House recognises that 2022 marks 20 years since Strathaven received its Fairtrade Town status; recognises that, because of the Fairtrade status, Strathaven ensures farmers are paid a fair price for the work they do and have a guarantee that the price of their products will always cover the cost of production; appreciates all that the town has done, including holding Traidcraft stalls on Gala Days, Reindeer Day and at the Balloon Festival, a fashion show for One World Week, a PowerPoint presentation on a study trip to Nicaragua and numerous local talks; acknowledges the founding members for all the time they have devoted to the group; and calls on the Government to commemorate the achievements of Strathaven Fairtrade during the past 20 years.

That this House recognises that 2022 marks 20 years since Strathaven received its Fairtrade Town status; recognises that, because of the Fairtrade status, Strathaven ensures farmers are paid a fair price for the work they do and have a guarantee that the price of their products will always cover the...

That this House congratulates Stonehouse Scout and Guide Hall Committee on receiving £9,800 from the National Lottery Awards for All Scotland; understands the grant will fund replacement windows as part of the wider refurbishment of the Scout and Guide hall to improve the well-used community facility; and commends the work of the Stonehouse Scout and Guide Hall Committee on their commitment and dedication to their work in the community.

That this House congratulates Stonehouse Scout and Guide Hall Committee on receiving £9,800 from the National Lottery Awards for All Scotland; understands the grant will fund replacement windows as part of the wider refurbishment of the Scout and Guide hall to improve the well-used community facility; and commends the work...

That this House congratulates Friends of Stonehouse Park on receiving £6,000 from the National Lottery Awards for All Scotland; understands the group will organise a year-long programme of events in Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park in Stonehouse to enhance local people's enjoyment of the open space and woodland; and commends the Friends of Stonehouse Park on their outstanding work to promote the use of the park by young people through bulb planting and Christmas events.

That this House congratulates Friends of Stonehouse Park on receiving £6,000 from the National Lottery Awards for All Scotland; understands the group will organise a year-long programme of events in Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park in Stonehouse to enhance local people's enjoyment of the open space and woodland; and commends the...