Early day motion · EDM 2240 · 11 Nov 2025

Friends of Campsie High Kirk

Tabled by Susan Murray (Liberal Democrat) 15 signatures

The motion

That this House congratulates Friends of Campsie High Kirk in Lennoxtown on becoming the first community organisation in the UK to take ownership of an A-listed heritage building through the King’s and Lord Treasurer’s Remembrancer’s Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme; recognises their commitment and courage in taking on the challenge of restoring a derelict landmark; commends their plans to transform the Kirk into a hub for wellbeing, culture and tourism; notes that the project will deliver lasting community benefit by creating new opportunities for learning, volunteering and local enterprise; acknowledges that their achievement reflects the skill, professionalism and persistence of the team and partners involved, as well as the strength of community spirit in Lennoxtown and East Dunbartonshire; and wishes the Friends of Campsie High Kirk every success as they continue their pioneering work to restore the building and deliver lasting social and economic benefit to the area.