Opening of Ravelrig RDA’s new indoor riding arena

That this House celebrates the outstanding work of Ravelrig Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), based in Balerno, Edinburgh, which for over 39 years has provided therapeutic and recreational riding opportunities to children and adults with physical, learning, sensory and emotional disabilities; commends the dedication of over 100 volunteers who support over 70 participants each year, including those from Additional Support Needs schools and the wider community; welcomes the opening of Ravelrig RDA’s new indoor riding arena, made possible through generous private donations and funding through grant applications, including SportScotland; thanks BHC Ltd for delivering the project; notes that the new facility will enable year-round riding sessions, overcoming the limitations of Scotland’s weather which previously caused up to 15 weeks of cancellations annually; further notes that the arena is expected to increase participation by 28 per cent and improve accessibility across the site; and congratulates Ravelrig RDA on their continued commitment to inclusion, wellbeing and community engagement; and wishes them every success in their future endeavours to enrich lives through horses.