MCKINNON CUP DEBATING CHAMPIONSHIPS

That this House recognises the value of promoting public speaking in developing confidence and self-worth and congratulates the students and staff of the schools of West Dunbartonshire, including St Peter the Apostle High School, Clydebank High School, Dumbarton Academy, Our Lady and St Patrick's High School and Vale of Leven Academy, as well as Hermitage Academy of Argyll and Bute who recently participated in the annual McKinnon Cup Debating Championships; recognises that the schools were all represented by outstanding students and especially congratulates the overall schools winner Jake Brough, the individual winner, and Caleb McGowan on winning the cup for the Vale of Leven Academy.