That this House congratulates the Kyle of Sutherland Gala Committee on its recent Celebrate grant of £4,909 awarded by the Big Lottery Fund; recognises that the Committee works to pull together a full programme of activities for the Gala hosted in Ardgay, Bonar Bridge, Culrain, Invershin and Rosehall in the beautiful county of Sutherland; further recognises that the Gala week is designed to include a broad range of events for all ages including a pet show, car treasure hunt, disco and pub quiz; notes that the funding will be used to host a community event during the Christmas period in order to raise further funds; and further congratulates everyone in the Committee and everyone involved in the Kyle of Sutherland Gala week for their tremendous community efforts and dedication to deliver successful community centred events.

That this House congratulates the Kyle of Sutherland Gala Committee on its recent Celebrate grant of £4,909 awarded by the Big Lottery Fund; recognises that the Committee works to pull together a full programme of activities for the Gala hosted in Ardgay, Bonar Bridge, Culrain, Invershin and Rosehall in the...

That this House congratulates Auchinleck Community Development Initiative (ACDI) on its successful review by Education Scotland and Development Trusts Association Scotland; notes that this is part of a pilot study series which seeks to explore the impact that development trusts have upon their communities; recognises that the person-centred, holistic and outreach approach the ACDI has adopted is key to addressing and removing barriers to employment and increasing opportunities in the local area; welcomes its efforts to increase the skills, confidence and mind-set of the young people and adults towards employment; celebrates its contribution to the local economy through the significant inward investment secured and support from East Ayrshire Council; and thanks the highly skilled and motivated staff for their dedication in working for the benefit and development of Auchinleck and the local community, building on past successes.

That this House congratulates Auchinleck Community Development Initiative (ACDI) on its successful review by Education Scotland and Development Trusts Association Scotland; notes that this is part of a pilot study series which seeks to explore the impact that development trusts have upon their communities; recognises that the person-centred, holistic and...

That this House praises the work being done by the Friends of Rannoch Park, a dedicated group of local people working to improve Rannoch Park in Grangemouth, Scotland; commends the group for the work it is doing to improve access to the park for those with disabilities or who are elderly; notes that the group is facilitating this by doing exemplary work by lowering kerbs, installing additional seating and has erected a wheelchair accessible picnic bench; is further pleased to note that the Friends of Rannoch Park has recently secured £1,600 in funding from Greggs, which will be used to purchase seeds to create wild flower areas in Rannoch Park, in addition to 950 trees which have been supplied by The Conservation Group and that local school children will be involved in planting these; and wishes all involved the very best of luck for the continued success of their project.

That this House praises the work being done by the Friends of Rannoch Park, a dedicated group of local people working to improve Rannoch Park in Grangemouth, Scotland; commends the group for the work it is doing to improve access to the park for those with disabilities or who are...

That this House congratulates Rouken Glen Park on being awarded the title of UK's Best Park in the Fields in Trust Awards 2016; understands that over 200 locations were nominated for the award; applauds the tireless work and enthusiasm of those who work so hard to keep Rouken Glen so beautifully for the local community to enjoy; reflects on the variety and diversity of attractions within the park, and the sensitive and imaginative upgrade work which has recently taken place, supported by East Renfrewshire Council and the Heritage Lottery Fund; commends the creative use of the park for events and festivals as well as play, sporting, and environmental activities; and encourages people from far and wide to visit Rouken Glen Park and to enjoy for themselves this lovely green space in the heart of our East Renfrewshire community.

That this House congratulates Rouken Glen Park on being awarded the title of UK's Best Park in the Fields in Trust Awards 2016; understands that over 200 locations were nominated for the award; applauds the tireless work and enthusiasm of those who work so hard to keep Rouken Glen so...

That this House notes with concern that more than 80 pubs in England are closing each month due to permitted change of use or demolition, in many cases without any local democratic process, scrutiny or assessment; believes that pubs make an invaluable contribution to community life in England; further notes that pubs in England are at far greater risk of sudden closure due to change of use or demolition than those in Scotland, where the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1997 provides that planning permission is required to change the use of a pub; notes that the wider community value of pubs is demonstrated by almost 2,000 pubs having been designated as Assets of Community Value; nevertheless considers that the protection offered by Asset of Community Value listing to be inadequate; and calls on the Government to bring forward legislative proposals to amend the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 and the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2016 so as to remove public houses from the A4 Use Class and place them in a class of their own.

That this House notes with concern that more than 80 pubs in England are closing each month due to permitted change of use or demolition, in many cases without any local democratic process, scrutiny or assessment; believes that pubs make an invaluable contribution to community life in England; further notes...

That this House congratulates Duthie Park, Hazlehead Park and Seaton Park for each receiving a nomination for the Fields in Trust UK's Best Park award 2016; recognises the work put in by staff to maintain the high aesthetic standards of these parks in Aberdeen; acknowledges the charitable work of Fields in Trust to safeguard the future of playing fields and parks across the UK; and wishes the winning Scottish park the best of luck at the national awards ceremony at Lord's cricket ground on 30 November 2016.

That this House congratulates Duthie Park, Hazlehead Park and Seaton Park for each receiving a nomination for the Fields in Trust UK's Best Park award 2016; recognises the work put in by staff to maintain the high aesthetic standards of these parks in Aberdeen; acknowledges the charitable work of Fields...

That this House congratulates Strathaven Park on being named the best in Scotland as part of the Green Flag Awards; recognises the hard work and dedication of Strathaven Park and volunteers as well as members of the local community who work hard to keep the park special; further congratulates the park on this being its fifth award in five years and the third time it has been named best Scottish Park; and hopes that its success continues and that it continues to be a welcome space for families and people across the constituency and country.

That this House congratulates Strathaven Park on being named the best in Scotland as part of the Green Flag Awards; recognises the hard work and dedication of Strathaven Park and volunteers as well as members of the local community who work hard to keep the park special; further congratulates the...

That this House welcomes British Pub Week which runs from 28 October until 5 November 2016; supports the aims of British Pub Week to celebrate the great British pub, to unite the pub sector and to encourage people up and down the country to visit pubs; encourages people to visit its official online website and social media pages on Facebook and Twitter; further welcomes events happening throughout the week in pubs up and down the UK; believes that pubs are an important part of the history, heritage and culture of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland; further believes that pubs are at the heart of communities and that the pub has a unique role in bringing people together, as well as supporting charity, local sports, live music, comedy, theatre, folk culture and traditions; notes the huge contribution of pubs to national and local economies as businesses and employers; further encourages hon. Members to visit their local pubs during the week to show their support; and hopes that people up and down the UK will support British Pub Week.

That this House welcomes British Pub Week which runs from 28 October until 5 November 2016; supports the aims of British Pub Week to celebrate the great British pub, to unite the pub sector and to encourage people up and down the country to visit pubs; encourages people to visit...

That this House congratulates the Fascally Park Development Group on its recent Awards for All grant of £10,000; recognises that the group, based in Brora, Sutherland, has been a registered charity since 2015 and aims to provide recreational facilities to the local community; notes that the group have identified a local site where the funding will be used towards developing a children's play area and skate park where families and others can meet and have fun; further notes that the funding will also be used towards an outdoor activities centre that will encourage people of all ages to lead healthy and active lives through access to a range of fitness equipment, including an outdoor gym; and commends everyone involved in the Fascally Park Development Group for dedicating their time and hard work to improving the local area and social amenities for the benefit of the community.

That this House congratulates the Fascally Park Development Group on its recent Awards for All grant of £10,000; recognises that the group, based in Brora, Sutherland, has been a registered charity since 2015 and aims to provide recreational facilities to the local community; notes that the group have identified a...

That this House congratulates St Duthus Bowling Club on its recent grant of £7,678 from the Awards for All Scotland funding; recognises that the Awards for All funding aims to help with the development of local projects; notes that the club plans to use the funding to upgrade its clubhouse facility, including the installation of a new heating system, UPVC windows and replacement guttering; further notes that the funding will ensure that the clubhouse is upgraded and maintained as a community resource; and wishes the club and its members well with the development.

That this House congratulates St Duthus Bowling Club on its recent grant of £7,678 from the Awards for All Scotland funding; recognises that the Awards for All funding aims to help with the development of local projects; notes that the club plans to use the funding to upgrade its clubhouse...

That this House supports the Business, Innovation and Skills Committee's recommendation that Paul Newby cannot command the necessary confidence of pub tenants and should be replaced; notes with serious concern Companies House information which shows that during his recruitment Mr Newby did not fully and accurately declare his past and ongoing financial links with Fleurets, where he was a partner, and has since misled the Committee about this when giving formal evidence; further notes that Mr Newby gave incorrect information about his shareholding and also failed to properly declare the estimated £233,000 that he has loaned to Fleurets and is owed, with repayments dependent on income from the large pub companies that the Pubs Code Adjudicator has to regulate; believes this is a clear and disqualifying conflict of interest; notes the comments from the Public Appointments Commissioner that Mr Newby should have accurately described his role at Fleurets when applying; further believes that the fact Mr Newby failed to accurately and fully declare his interests during his recruitment and misled a select committee, thus covering up his clear financial conflict of interest, shows he is wholly inappropriate for the role and unfit to fulfil its important quasi-judicial function; believes departmental officials failed to undertake due diligence on Mr Newby's conflicts of interest and that he should never have been appointed; therefore has no confidence or trust in Mr Newby as Pubs Code Adjudicator; and calls on the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy to accept the Committee’s recommendation, withdraw the appointment and reopen the application process.

That this House supports the Business, Innovation and Skills Committee's recommendation that Paul Newby cannot command the necessary confidence of pub tenants and should be replaced; notes with serious concern Companies House information which shows that during his recruitment Mr Newby did not fully and accurately declare his past and...

That this House expresses concerns over proposals to build flats on Elephant Park near Shakespeare Street in the Maryhill area of Glasgow; recognises that this park is a protected greenspace and the distinctive elephant statues which inhabit it are longstanding and much loved local amenities; is aware that the park is enjoyed by school and nursery groups, community organisations and local residents; will never forget that this land has been a park for over 40 years; notes that the proposal is contrary to the Maryhill Town Centre Action Plan, which was adopted in 2012 and calls for the space to be sensitively developed into a local park and growing space; welcomes the formation of the Elephant Park Association by concerned local residents and the ongoing petition to protect the park which has already attracted over 1,700 signatures; and believes that Elephant Park must be retained for the enjoyment of the people of Maryhill and the wider community in the future.

That this House expresses concerns over proposals to build flats on Elephant Park near Shakespeare Street in the Maryhill area of Glasgow; recognises that this park is a protected greenspace and the distinctive elephant statues which inhabit it are longstanding and much loved local amenities; is aware that the park...

That this House congratulates Stewarton Academy for receiving an Awards for All Scotland grant of £7,470 from the Big Lottery Fund; understands that through this grant S3-S4 pupils will be able to participate in the expedition section of the Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze Awards; wishes the pupils of Stewarton Academy every success in their expedition; recognises the opportunities for personal development, teamwork and valuable experience for our young people that the Duke of Edinburgh's Awards provides; celebrates the many personal successes realised through the Duke of Edinburgh's Awards since its start in 1956; notes that 2016 is the 60th year and Diamond Anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's Awards; warmly offers a friendly suggestion to all hon. Members to mark the anniversary by taking part in the Duke of Edinburgh's Diamond Challenge.

That this House congratulates Stewarton Academy for receiving an Awards for All Scotland grant of £7,470 from the Big Lottery Fund; understands that through this grant S3-S4 pupils will be able to participate in the expedition section of the Duke of Edinburgh's Bronze Awards; wishes the pupils of Stewarton Academy...

That this House congratulates the success of Miss Holly Sutherland of Kilbirnie in achieving a hard-won place as one of 13 finalists in the Miss Scotland 2016 competition; recognises that the Miss Scotland competition gives the opportunity for people to represent their country on the national stage, and project all about Scotland that they love, care about, and wish to voice to the world; commends the opportunities that the Miss Scotland competition gives to entrants to exercise and showcase their unique talents and skills; welcomes the diversity of the Miss Scotland 2016 finalists and how it enables people from different backgrounds to showcase their talents and experiences; wishes Miss Holly Sutherland every success as she progresses to the final stages of the Miss Scotland 2016 competition.

That this House congratulates the success of Miss Holly Sutherland of Kilbirnie in achieving a hard-won place as one of 13 finalists in the Miss Scotland 2016 competition; recognises that the Miss Scotland competition gives the opportunity for people to represent their country on the national stage, and project all...