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 Forth Valley College’s Gallery Training Restaurant on winning the Restaurant Dining Experience award at the 2026 Scottish Hospitality Awards; recognises the hard work of its students, lecturers and staff; and wishes them all continuing success.

That this House congratulates Forth Valley College’s Gallery Training Restaurant on winning the Restaurant Dining Experience award at the 2026 Scottish Hospitality Awards; recognises the hard work of its students, lecturers and staff; and wishes them all continuing success.

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 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 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 proposals of Grand Union Trains to open a new train service from Stirling to London Euston; notes that Grand Union has been granted the right to introduce a similar service between London Paddington and Carmarthen; believes that a new direct service between Stirling and London will improve connectivity with calls along the route in Falkirk, Lanarkshire and South West Scotland as well as through England; further notes that the route will support the creation of approximately 100 jobs, primarily in Scotland and North West England whilst also reducing congestion along existing routes from Glasgow and Edinburgh to London and attract passengers from air reducing emissions; and further believes that the introduction of new train operators will provide higher quality rail travel at lower consumer costs which will help improve transport links across these islands.

That this House welcomes the proposals of Grand Union Trains to open a new train service from Stirling to London Euston; notes that Grand Union has been granted the right to introduce a similar service between London Paddington and Carmarthen; believes that a new direct service between Stirling and London...

That this House congratulates Andrew Butchart, Kathleen Dawson, Ross Murdoch and Duncan Scott for being selected by Team GB to take part in the Tokyo Olympic Games; notes the hard work and dedication that it has taken to get to the games; and wishes them good luck and success in these Olympic Games.

That this House congratulates Andrew Butchart, Kathleen Dawson, Ross Murdoch and Duncan Scott for being selected by Team GB to take part in the Tokyo Olympic Games; notes the hard work and dedication that it has taken to get to the games; and wishes them good luck and success in...

That this House notes the publication of Digging into Stirling's Past, Uncovering the secrets of Scotland's smallest city by Stirling archaeologist, Murray Cook; congratulates Murray Cook on that publication; and further notes the great work he has done in bringing together so many great and interesting stories from Stirling's history.

That this House notes the publication of Digging into Stirling's Past, Uncovering the secrets of Scotland's smallest city by Stirling archaeologist, Murray Cook; congratulates Murray Cook on that publication; and further notes the great work he has done in bringing together so many great and interesting stories from Stirling's history.