Early Day Motion
UN International Human Rights Defenders Day
(5 Signatures)
10 Dec 2025
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House notes that 9 December 2025 is the UN’s International Human Rights Defenders Day, which celebrates the work of those who peacefully champion rights and freedoms to help build just societies; recognises, in particular, the efforts of the Castlemilk Lived Experience Board to tackle food poverty in Castlemilk; …
Early Day Motion
50 years of the Jeely Piece Club
(3 Signatures)
16 Oct 2025
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the children, staff and parents of the Jeely Piece Club in Castlemilk on its 50th anniversary; celebrates the unique and invaluable contribution the Club has made to thousands of kids and families in Castlemilk; recognises the vital role of its holiday food programmes and social outreach …
Early Day Motion
Castlemilk Youth Complex
(2 Signatures)
13 Oct 2025
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises the achievements of Castlemilk Youth Complex’s cycling programmes which make use of the fantastic facilities on Cathkin Braes; acknowledges the starring role of Castlemilk’s young people in Aimi Kenyon’s movie Urban Delights; and congratulates Castlemilk Youth Complex on encouraging young women to participate in the sport.
Early Day Motion
Scottish footballer Andrew Watson
(4 Signatures)
18 Mar 2025
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates Andrew Watson, who was the first black international football player and captained Scotland to a 6-1 victory against England 144 years ago this month; recognises he was also the first black player to win a national trophy; and congratulates the Scottish Football Museum at Hampden Park …
Early Day Motion
50 years of St Bride’s Primary School
(3 Signatures)
20 Jan 2025
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates the pupils, staff and parents of St Bride’s Primary School in Govanhill on its 50th anniversary; recognises the commitment of staff, who go above and beyond each day to inspire children and give them the tools necessary to succeed; and celebrates the cultural diversity of the …
Early Day Motion
175th anniversary of St Mary Immaculate Church
(5 Signatures)
9 Dec 2024
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House congratulates St Mary Immaculate Church in Pollokshaws on its 175th anniversary; notes that a special celebratory mass is taking place on Monday 9 December 2024, led by Archbishop William Nolan; recognises the importance of the church to the local community; and wishes the church and its congregation …
Early Day Motion
Sunshine No.1
(5 Signatures)
2 Sep 2024
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House recognises the fantastic achievement of Sunshine No.1, an art and gift shop in Mount Florida founded by Suzi Nicol, which has been named as one of 100 most impressive small firms by Small Business Saturday UK; recognises that small businesses across the country have faced a difficult …
Early Day Motion
Andy Murray's legacy
(20 Signatures)
29 Jul 2024
Tabled by:
Gordon McKee (Labour - Glasgow South)
That this House celebrates the remarkable tennis career of Andy Murray as he plays his last professional tournament at the Paris 2024 Olympics, including winning three Grand Slam singles titles, two Olympic Gold medals, leading his country to Davis Cup success and achieving the world No 1 ranking; recognises that …