Early Day Motion
Timmergreens Primary School, Arbroath
(1 Signatures)
4 Feb 2026
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House commends the pupils and staff of Timmergreens Primary School in Arbroath for their compassionate and creative act of solidarity with children in the Sumy Oblast region of Ukraine; notes that pupils wrote letters and produced drawings for children in Sumy as part of the Friendship Agreement between …
Early Day Motion
Official opening of the Angus Community Wellbeing Centre (The Beacon)
(4 Signatures)
15 Dec 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House welcomes the official opening of the Angus Community Wellbeing Centre (The Beacon) in Kirk Square, Arbroath on 2 December 2025; recognises the vital role the facility will play in supporting mental health and wellbeing across the local community and wider Angus; commends the collaborative partnership that delivered …
Early Day Motion
Bowls Scotland National Triples Title
(4 Signatures)
12 Nov 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Darren Burnett, Andy Furye and Peter Thomson in securing the Bowls Scotland National Triples Title; wishes them continued success; and commends the contribution of lawn bowls to community sport across Scotland.
Early Day Motion
Celebrating 25 years of Smithies Delicatessen and Gin Emporium
(4 Signatures)
13 Oct 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Smithies Delicatessen and Gin Emporium on reaching its 25th anniversary; notes the vital role the Emporium has played in the Arbroath community by offering high-quality local produce, artisanal delicacies, and an exceptional selection of gins; recognises the dedication, passion, and hard work of the Smithies team …
Early Day Motion
Retirement of Sir Anton Muscatelli
(6 Signatures)
8 Sep 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House acknowledges the retirement of Sir Anton Muscatelli from his position of Principal and Vice Chancellor at the University of Glasgow; congratulates him on his tenure at the University; recognises that he has strengthened Scotland’s international standing in research and higher education; further acknowledges that he has advised …
Early Day Motion
Margaret Birse and Niaroo Maternity Hospital, Malawi
(3 Signatures)
3 Sep 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House recognises the remarkable generosity of Margaret Birse, of Arbroath, who ran the Niaroo guest house for many years and, following her death in April 2022, left over £650,000 to the Dalitso Project; notes that this gift is now funding the construction of the Niaroo Maternity Hospital in …
Early Day Motion
Hospitalfield Arts garden award at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
(5 Signatures)
16 Jun 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Arbroath charity, Hospitalfield Arts, on their recent award of a silver-gilt medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show; commends renowned garden designer Nigel Dunnett on his award-winning design of the garden focusing on strategic planting; notes that the design of the garden was inspired by the …
Early Day Motion
Nablus
(10 Signatures)
16 Jun 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House condemns the Israeli government’s expansion of military activity in Nablus; expresses concern that humanitarian efforts to deliver aid in Nablus have been obstructed; calls on the UK Government to demand full humanitarian access into Nablus, including the provision of the FBU appliance donation to the firefighters of …
Early Day Motion
Carnoustie Golf Links wins Best Golf Course in Scotland award
(5 Signatures)
20 May 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Carnoustie Golf Links on being awarded Best Golf Course in Scotland over £250 at the Scottish Golf Tourism Awards; recognises the significance of this achievement in celebrating excellence in Scottish golf; commends the dedication of the entire Carnoustie team in maintaining its reputation as golf’s greatest …
Early Day Motion
Gillies 130 years in business in Broughty Ferry
(4 Signatures)
20 May 2025
Tabled by:
Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party - Arbroath and Broughty Ferry)
That this House congratulates Gillies of Broughty Ferry in marking 130 years in business; celebrates its role as one of the largest furniture retailers in Scotland; notes their involvement in giving back to the community of Broughty Ferry by supporting the Summer Gala Week and raising money for a nominated …