GIRVAN AND DISTRICT ATTRACTIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT ASSOCIATION

That this House congratulates Girvan and District Attractions and Entertainment Association on their successful bid for funding from the Big Lottery Fund under the banner of Celebrate; recognises that Celebrate supports people to bring their local communities together, building stronger neighbourhoods and tackling social isolation; notes that Girvan Attractions was set up for the benefit of the local community and is run by local volunteers of all ages; commends their efforts to organise a range of events which appeal to a wide variety of people and attracts tourists to the area; and acknowledges the success of 2016's Girvan and South Carrick Fireworks Display which brought together thousands of people to celebrate together.