That this House celebrates Stirling Pride 2026, recognising it as one of Scotland’s most inclusive and community‑driven Pride events; commends the organisers, volunteers and partner organisations whose dedication delivered a full day of free, accessible and family‑friendly activities across Stirling; notes the success of the Pride March from Kings Park to King Street, followed by an afternoon Main Stage featuring drag, music and performance from several artists; further notes the contribution of the Pride Market at the Albert Halls, showcasing around 60 stalls from local makers, charities and community groups; welcomes the introduction of the new Wellbeing Hub offering quiet space, crafting and support services from organisations including Action in Mind, NHS Forth Valley Equality, Inclusion and Wellbeing Service, Endometriosis UK and Stirling & District Women’s Aid; acknowledges the wide range of additional community events including the Pride Ceilidh, Pride at the Smith, the youth‑led Pride Pit Stop and the evening Pride Afters; and further celebrates the symbolic lighting of the National Wallace Monument and the Tolbooth in rainbow colours, paying tribute to the Stirling Pride Committee and its volunteers for delivering a vibrant, welcoming and empowering celebration of LGBTQ+ equality across Stirling and the wider region.

That this House celebrates Stirling Pride 2026, recognising it as one of Scotland’s most inclusive and community‑driven Pride events; commends the organisers, volunteers and partner organisations whose dedication delivered a full day of free, accessible and family‑friendly activities across Stirling; notes the success of the Pride March from Kings Park...

That this House congratulates the University of Stirling on being named Scottish University of the Year and UK Sports University of the Year in the Daily Mail University Guide 2027; notes that these awards recognise Stirling’s exceptional performance across academic excellence, student experience and sporting achievement; further notes that the Scottish University of the Year award reflects Stirling’s sustained rise in national rankings since 2023, its entry into the UK top 50, and its strong outcomes for students; acknowledges the University’s high-quality facilities, internationally diverse community, respected research strengths and commitment to ensuring that ability, not background, determines opportunity; further recognises that the UK Sports University of the Year award highlights Stirling’s longstanding reputation as Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence, supported by world-class facilities, national training centres and leadership in sports research and education; commends the University’s outstanding success at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, where 22 Stirling athletes secured 24 medals, and notes its significant contribution to health, wellbeing and sports participation across the wider community; and pays tribute to the dedication of Stirling’s staff, students and alumni, whose collective efforts continue to strengthen the University’s reputation for excellence in both education and sport.

That this House congratulates the University of Stirling on being named Scottish University of the Year and UK Sports University of the Year in the Daily Mail University Guide 2027; notes that these awards recognise Stirling’s exceptional performance across academic excellence, student experience and sporting achievement; further notes that the...

That this House congratulates Findlay Curtis from Balfron on his selection for the Scotland squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognises the remarkable progress of this talented young footballer, who began his career in Rangers’ academy at the age of six and has since developed into a first-team player, making his senior debut in 2025 and gaining valuable experience in domestic and European competition; notes his successful loan spell at Kilmarnock, where his goals helped the club secure its Scottish Premiership status; further notes his Scotland debut at Hampden Park earlier this year and his rapid rise to the international stage; applauds the inspiration his achievements provide to young people across Stirling and Strathallan constituency and beyond; and wishes Findlay every success as he represents Scotland on the world stage, and extends best wishes to Steve Clarke and the rest of the Scotland team for their success at the World Cup.

That this House congratulates Findlay Curtis from Balfron on his selection for the Scotland squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognises the remarkable progress of this talented young footballer, who began his career in Rangers’ academy at the age of six and has since developed into a first-team player,...

That this House congratulates Lumo on the launch of its new direct service between Stirling and London Euston, with operations beginning on 25 May 2026; welcomes the significant improvement in rail connectivity linking communities across Scotland, the North West of England, the Midlands and London; notes that the service will call at Stirling, Larbert, Greenfaulds, Whifflet, Motherwell, Lockerbie, Carlisle, Preston, Crewe, Nuneaton, Milton Keynes and London Euston; recognises the economic, tourism and social benefits that improved direct rail links can bring to communities along the route; acknowledges the role of open access rail operators in increasing choice and encouraging more affordable and sustainable long distance travel; and believes that this new service will strengthen ties between communities across the route while ensuring Stirling takes its place on the departure boards of London Euston as a direct and accessible destination at the heart of Scotland.

That this House congratulates Lumo on the launch of its new direct service between Stirling and London Euston, with operations beginning on 25 May 2026; welcomes the significant improvement in rail connectivity linking communities across Scotland, the North West of England, the Midlands and London; notes that the service will...

That this House celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 1st Callander Guides, marking a century of service to young people and the wider community in Callander and the surrounding area; notes that since its founding in 1925 the unit has provided generations of girls and young women with opportunities to develop confidence, leadership, resilience and practical skills through guiding; recognises the vital role played by volunteer leaders over the last 100 years, whose dedication, commitment and care have sustained the unit across changing times and challenges; highlights the importance of Girlguiding in offering safe, inclusive and empowering spaces for young people to grow, learn and form lasting friendships; thanks the parents, supporters and community organisations who have contributed to the success and longevity of the 1st Callander Guides; congratulates all past and present members on reaching this significant milestone; and wishes the unit continued success as it embarks on its second century.

That this House celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 1st Callander Guides, marking a century of service to young people and the wider community in Callander and the surrounding area; notes that since its founding in 1925 the unit has provided generations of girls and young women with opportunities to...

That this House notes that on 13 March 2026 this House marks thirty years since the tragedy at Dunblane Primary School; recognises the extraordinary courage, dignity and determination shown by the parents and families of Dunblane in the face of unimaginable loss; commends the tireless campaign by the families and the wider community which led to some of the strongest gun laws in the world; acknowledges that their efforts have helped keep generations of children safer; and expresses the enduring solidarity of this House with the families, the community of Dunblane and all those who continue to carry the memory of Abigail McLennan, Brett McKinnon, Charlotte Dunn, David Kerr, Emily Morton, Emma Crozier, Hannah Scott, Joanna Ross, John Petrie, Kevin Hasell, Megan Turner, Melissa Currie, Mhairi MacBeath, Ross Irvine, Sophie North and Victoria Clydesdale, and their teacher Gwen Mayor, who remain forever in our hearts.

That this House notes that on 13 March 2026 this House marks thirty years since the tragedy at Dunblane Primary School; recognises the extraordinary courage, dignity and determination shown by the parents and families of Dunblane in the face of unimaginable loss; commends the tireless campaign by the families and...

That this House congratulates Allan’s Primary School on being recognised among the very best schools in Scotland following a visit in April 2025 by His Majesty’s Inspectors of Education and the Care Inspectorate; highlights that this is an exceptional achievement, with the school receiving the extremely rare accolade of two excellent grades, in the areas of leadership of change and ensuring wellbeing, equality and inclusion, a standard attained by only two per cent of schools across Scotland; notes the additional very good evaluations in learning, teaching and assessment and raising attainment and achievement, and the thriving nursery’s very good grades across all four of its quality indicators; pays tribute to head teacher Lindsey Howland for her inspirational leadership in creating a dynamic culture of continuous improvement, and to the staff team for their innovative practice in play-based learning, outdoor learning, attendance, curriculum design and approaches to inclusion; recognises the role of Stirling Council’s Education team in supporting this sector-leading work, which is now being shared and implemented across Scotland; applauds the children, staff, parents and carers of Allan’s Primary for their contribution to such an outstanding outcome; and wishes the whole school community continued success in the future.

That this House congratulates Allan’s Primary School on being recognised among the very best schools in Scotland following a visit in April 2025 by His Majesty’s Inspectors of Education and the Care Inspectorate; highlights that this is an exceptional achievement, with the school receiving the extremely rare accolade of two...

That this House congratulates United Auctions on becoming the first employee-owned livestock auctioneering business in the UK; notes that this landmark transition to employee ownership marks an exciting new chapter for the company, which has been at the heart of Scotland’s agricultural community for generations; pays tribute to George Purves, Managing Director, on the occasion of his retirement after almost 50 years of outstanding service to the industry, including eight years as Managing Director; recognises his pivotal role in delivering the company’s strategic succession plan and preparing it for employee ownership, ensuring that the business remains rooted in the communities it serves; acknowledges Mr Purves’s leadership in expanding United Auctions to nine centres, increasing turnover to £250 million, supporting the revitalisation of Oban Livestock Centre, and creating the Lamb for St Andrew’s Day campaign, which has reached over 600 schools and 160,000 pupils; welcomes Mr Purves’s continued involvement as Chairman of the Trustee Board; and wishes the company and its employee-owners every success in the future.

That this House congratulates United Auctions on becoming the first employee-owned livestock auctioneering business in the UK; notes that this landmark transition to employee ownership marks an exciting new chapter for the company, which has been at the heart of Scotland’s agricultural community for generations; pays tribute to George Purves,...

That this House congratulates Stirling’s Wallace High School Senior Girls Football Team on their resounding 9–1 victory on Friday 9 May to win the Scottish Schools’ Football Association Senior Girls Shield; notes that this triumph crowns them Scottish champions for the second year in a row and highlights their exceptional dedication, skill, and teamwork; recognises that this success builds on last year’s historic invincible season and reflects the sustained excellence of Wallace High’s School of Sport programme, which nurtures young talent; commends the players, coaches, teachers, school staff and families whose commitment and support have made this achievement possible; and celebrates this extraordinary moment for the school and the wider Stirling community.

That this House congratulates Stirling’s Wallace High School Senior Girls Football Team on their resounding 9–1 victory on Friday 9 May to win the Scottish Schools’ Football Association Senior Girls Shield; notes that this triumph crowns them Scottish champions for the second year in a row and highlights their exceptional...

That this House congratulates the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Worker (CLW) team on winning the prestigious Community Link Worker Team of the Year award at the Voluntary Health Scotland annual conference in Glasgow on 7 May 2025; recognises the outstanding contribution of the team, hosted by Clackmannanshire Third Sector Interface and Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, in providing vital person-centred support to people experiencing mild to moderate mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, social isolation, and financial pressures; commends the team for their collaborative work across two local authority areas and their strong connections with 198 groups and organisations offering specialist support; acknowledges the support of the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Health and Social Care Partnership and NHS Forth Valley; notes the important role CLWs play in reducing pressure on GP practices and improving wellbeing in local communities; and sends best wishes to the team as they continue their invaluable work across the region.

That this House congratulates the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Community Link Worker (CLW) team on winning the prestigious Community Link Worker Team of the Year award at the Voluntary Health Scotland annual conference in Glasgow on 7 May 2025; recognises the outstanding contribution of the team, hosted by Clackmannanshire Third Sector...

That this House notes the conclusion of a year of celebrations marking the 900th anniversary of Stirling being granted Royal Burgh status by King David I; recognises the breadth and diversity of events that have engaged communities across Stirling in celebrating its rich heritage, including the Walking of the Marches, the Station Square Stirling Timeline artwork by artist David Galletly, and Stirling’s Makar, Laura Fyfe’s poem Her Slow Beating Heart; acknowledges the work of archaeologist and writer Dr Murray Cook in stimulating interest in the anniversary over a number of years; welcomes the contribution of the University of Stirling in launching the free online course Heart of Scotland: History & Heritage of Stirling at 900 Years; celebrates key moments such as Stirling’s first Pride, the 2024 edition of the Forth Valley Food and Drink Festival, and the Massed Pipe Band Parade to conclude the celebrations; commends the coordinating work of Stirling Council, particularly the civic office and the events team; further acknowledges the role of Artlink Central, in their 35th anniversary year, for documenting the impact and contributions of individuals, local groups, and the wider Stirling community throughout the Stirling 900 programme; and expresses confidence that the legacy of these celebrations will continue to inspire civic pride, cultural enrichment, and community engagement in Stirling for generations to come.

That this House notes the conclusion of a year of celebrations marking the 900th anniversary of Stirling being granted Royal Burgh status by King David I; recognises the breadth and diversity of events that have engaged communities across Stirling in celebrating its rich heritage, including the Walking of the Marches,...

That this House welcomes the press and social media campaign from the Scottish Retail Consortium and Usdaw which is urging Scots to be kind, considerate and respectful to retail workers and fellow customers when shopping this Christmas; notes that the festive period can be an especially complex and challenging time for retail businesses with colleagues working hard to keep shelves stocked and products delivered; understands that abuse towards those working in customer service has climbed with figures from Usdaw showing over two thirds of retail staff have experienced verbal abuse in the past twelve months; affirms that any mistreatment of colleagues in stores is wholly unacceptable and should not be tolerated; and commends this responsible and positive initiative from employers and trade unions for a little Christmas kindness and courtesy from Scots so that we can all enjoy shopping over the festive period and in turn support local jobs and the vibrancy of our town and city centre destinations.

That this House welcomes the press and social media campaign from the Scottish Retail Consortium and Usdaw which is urging Scots to be kind, considerate and respectful to retail workers and fellow customers when shopping this Christmas; notes that the festive period can be an especially complex and challenging time...