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Motion · S6M-03895 · 30 Mar 2022

Lanarkshire School Kids Enjoying New Walking to School Initiative

Lodged by Meghan Gallacher (Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party) Standard Motion 23 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament supports the new initiative, the Walking Bus, which was implemented by Berryhill Primary School, Wishaw; notes that the initiative was brought in as part of the schools’ COVID-19 recovery to help support children and families wellbeing; understands that the initiative is run by principal teacher, Marina Mathieson and acting principle teacher, Susan Clelland following a positive consultation with parents; further understands that the children have helped create a route, with all classes participating in the Walking Bus, including themed literacy and maths lessons to plan and organise; understands that there has been approximately 80 children joining each morning, and it has been confirmed that it will continue to run until the end of the school year.

Supporters (23)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.