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Motion · S6M-04014 · 12 Apr 2022

Debra McKenzie - Prestwick

Lodged by Siobhian Brown (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 22 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises the work of Debra McKenzie, from Prestwick, who volunteers for the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB); understands that Debra was diagnosed with CMV Retinitis 15 years ago and unfortunately lost her sight during the COVID-19 lockdown; applauds Debra for taking part in the Kiltwalk in Glasgow, on 24 April 2021, with her guide dog Bruce, and her friend, Karen Mathers, to raise funds for the RNIB; congratulates Debra for wishing to raise funds to help the RNIB support vulnerable people to socialise and interact with each other; understands that Debra runs a weekly walking group in Prestwick for the RNIB to help others get out and about in the community and meet new people; notes that Debra runs a book club for the RNIB and was a befriender during lockdown for other people who are visually impaired; commends Debra for all of her hard work, and wishes her every success in her efforts.

Supporters (22)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.