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Motion · S6M-00679 · 14 Jul 2021

Wishing Helen Lumsden a Happy Retirement

Lodged by Liam McArthur (Scottish Liberal Democrats) Standard Motion 16 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Helen Lumsden on her recent retirement from Westray Junior High School in Orkney, after thirty-seven years; understands that Helen, originally from Lossiemouth, first moved to the island of Westray in 1984 as a probational teacher, and has remained ever since; notes that Helen has served as the principal teacher of the community’s primary school, which currently has a roll of 93 pupils; recognises that Helen has been a popular member of staff, who has had a positive impact on the lives of many young people in Westray over the years; acknowledges Helen's contribution to the wider community and island life, both in Westray and the neighbouring island of Papa Westray, and wishes Helen a long, happy and well-deserved retirement.

Supporters (16)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.