Motion · S4M-15580 · 5 Feb 2016

Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2016

Lodged by Dennis Robertson Members' Business Motion 26 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament welcomes Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2016 and the progress in mental health services throughout Scotland over the last five years; understands that eating disorders are recognised as mental health conditions but that there is still more to be done to prevent deaths; welcomes the increasingly open dialogue about the complexities of eating disorders and the Scottish Government's additional mental health spending; understands that early intervention is crucial; notes the dedication and commitment of NHS staff and congratulates the Scottish Eating Disorders Interest Group in its support to professionals and families; believes that the Scottish Government is fully committed to further dialogue and to seeking ways of improving and achieving a qualitative eating disorder service in Scotland, and looks forward to the 2016 Eating Disorders Conference at the Parliament on 26 February 2016.

Supporters (26)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.