Motion · S5M-20070 · 27 Nov 2019
Celebrating 140 Years of Helping Blind and Deaf People in the North East
The motion
That the Parliament congratulates North East Sensory Services (NESS) on reaching its 140th anniversary; recognises that, since it was formed in 1879, it has promoted independence for blind and deaf people; acknowledges that NESS has made every effort throughout its history to help those in need; notes that, after the First World War, when many soldiers were blinded in battle, the previously-named Aberdeen Town and County Association for Teaching the Blind at their Homes worked with local authorities to deliver a range of services; further notes that, during the 1960s, the charity employed home teachers for blind people, many of whom were themselves visually impaired, and commends NESS's continued commitment to support those in need throughout the north east.
Supporters (12)
- Annabelle Ewing 27 Nov 2019
- Bill Kidd 27 Nov 2019
- Richard Lyle 27 Nov 2019
- Stuart McMillan Scottish National Party 27 Nov 2019
- Stewart Stevenson 27 Nov 2019
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 28 Nov 2019
- Joan McAlpine 28 Nov 2019
- Gil Paterson 28 Nov 2019
- Ruth Maguire 18 Dec 2019
- Clare Adamson Scottish National Party 19 Dec 2019
- Gillian Martin Scottish National Party 19 Dec 2019
- Gail Ross 19 Dec 2019
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.