PERTH 800 ANNIVERSARY AND CITY STATUS

That this House looks forward to the series of events in 2010 to celebrate the 800 years since the granting of the city charter to the fair city of Perth; notes the varied and exciting programme of events involving community, cultural and sporting organisations throughout Perthshire; believes that the profile of Perth and Perthshire will be greatly enhanced by the 800 year celebrations and proper acknowledgement of Perthshire as a superb tourist destination and desirable place to live; hopes that the 800 year celebrations will enhance the campaign to have Perth acknowledged as Scotland's 7th city; and further looks forward to Perth securing full city status in its 800th year.