Motion · S5M-23858 · 14 Jan 2021
The Passing of Adnan Miyasar
The motion
That the Parliament notes with sadness the passing of Adnan Miyasar, a true local hero; commends the positive contribution that Adnan made to fighting inequality in Fife, and wider Scotland, over the last 30 years; notes his work in establishing the Fife Arabic Centre, which supports and brings Arab families together, and his work with Fairness, Race Awareness and Equality (FRAE) Fife, the Fife Arabic Society and the Kirkcaldy Islamic Centre, which has helped to improve the lives of many people; acknowledges the passion and dedication with which Adnan fought for equality for people from all walks of life; recognises that he was well known and much loved throughout Fife for his cheery disposition and trademark fedora hat; acknowledges the esteem and respect with which he was held by the community, and sends its condolences to Adnan's family and friends.
Supporters (11)
- Alex Cole-Hamilton Scottish Liberal Democrats 14 Jan 2021
- Annabelle Ewing 14 Jan 2021
- Bill Kidd 14 Jan 2021
- Richard Lyle 14 Jan 2021
- Stuart McMillan Scottish National Party 14 Jan 2021
- Stewart Stevenson 14 Jan 2021
- Sandra White 14 Jan 2021
- Gil Paterson 15 Jan 2021
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 18 Jan 2021
- Alex Rowley 22 Jan 2021
- Ruth Maguire 10 Feb 2021
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.