Motion · S5M-19911 · 15 Nov 2019
Scotmid's 160th Anniversary
The motion
That the Parliament congratulates Scotmid Co-operative Society on its 160th anniversary; notes that St Cuthbert’s Co-operative Society, which was a precursor of Scotmid, opened its doors in Edinburgh on 4 November 1859; notes that Scotmid remains the largest independent co-operative headquartered in Scotland; recognises that its stores are found across Scotland and in the north of England and Northern Ireland; notes the efforts of Scotmid members, staff and customers to support charities and good causes, including raising over £2 million over the last six years for its charities of the year, which is currently Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland; further notes Scotmid’s commitment to promoting Fairtrade and the Fair Tax Mark, contributing to the co-operative difference, and wishes Scotmid every success in marking its 160th anniversary.
Supporters (12)
- Kenneth Gibson No Party Affiliation 15 Nov 2019
- Richard Lyle 15 Nov 2019
- John Mason 15 Nov 2019
- Elaine Smith 15 Nov 2019
- Jackie Baillie Scottish Labour 16 Nov 2019
- Jeremy Balfour 18 Nov 2019
- Liam Kerr Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 19 Nov 2019
- Ruth Maguire 19 Nov 2019
- Gil Paterson 19 Nov 2019
- Andy Wightman 19 Nov 2019
- Alex Rowley 25 Nov 2019
- Neil Findlay 26 Nov 2019
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.