Motion · S6M-00827 · 5 Aug 2021
Fraserburgh Doric Month
The motion
That the Parliament recognises Doric as a vibrant and living vernacular of the Scots language; understands that the Doric language can be heard across the northeast from Buckie to Aberdeen and everywhere in between; considers that there is currently a Doric and Scots renaissance, and recognises the good people that have brought this about; further recognises that this is down to the hard work of volunteers, musicians, scribes, teachers and the people of the northeast, and considers that the project, Fraserburgh (The Broch) Doric month, is a great example that builds on the good work of individuals and groups, such as Iona Fyfe, Oor Vyce, Banff Academy and many more.The member has provided the following translation in Doric.That the Parliament recognises Doric as a vibrant and living vernacular of the Scots language; the mither tongue can be heard across the northeast from Bukie to Aberdein and ah why in atween; we are seeing a Doric and Scots renaissance and recognise the guid foik that has brought this aboot; Parliament recognises this is down to the hard work of volunteers, musicians, scribes, teachers, and the northeast folk; projects like Fraserburgh (The Broch) Doric month is a grand example that builds on the great work of folk and groups like Iona Fyfe, Oor Vyce and far mair tae mention.
Supporters (11)
- Clare Adamson Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Colin Beattie Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Maggie Chapman Scottish Green Party 5 Sep 2025
- Annabelle Ewing 5 Sep 2025
- Emma Harper 5 Sep 2025
- Bill Kidd 5 Sep 2025
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Rona Mackay 5 Sep 2025
- Ruth Maguire 5 Sep 2025
- Gillian Martin Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Audrey Nicoll 5 Sep 2025
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.