Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Neale Hanvey (Alba Party), on Tuesday, 11 July 2023, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 3 members in total.

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Mr Tom Hubbard

That this House commends and applauds the dynamism of Mr Tom Hubbard, the inaugural post-holder of librarian of the Scottish Poetry Library, academic, author and poet, for his broad range of authorship exploring and demonstrating his love for Scotland, Scottish issues and Scottish literature; appreciates that although now retired, Mr Hubbard continues in his efforts to pay homage to the arts across the Langtoun o' Kirkcaldy where he resides; recognises that as an active member of the community he attends local events to perform his poetry encouraging upcoming and seasoned artists, and lovers of the arts, to embrace their passion for creative expression, storytelling and technical proficiency; and celebrates his efforts to encourage citizens across diverse communities to engage in the dynamic sphere of Scottish arts and literature.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

1456 

Session

2022-23

Other sponsors

Margaret Ferrier

Peter Grant

Subjects

Libraries Scotland Poetry Hubbard, Tom

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk