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Motion · S6M-04470 · 17 May 2022

Recognising Mary Gilfillan’s Service to the Community

Lodged by Clare Adamson (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 18 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises Mary Gilfillan, from Newmains, on her service to the local community; notes that Mary has served as the Newmains and District Gala Day Committee Secretary for over 14 years, and has previously organised a Girls Group at St Brigid’s Church in Newmains, as well as a Kids Group that arranged day trips across Scotland for children from the village; understands that Mary was a member of the Committee that brought to life the community’s ideas for the Newmains Community Trust, a community-owned facility, which runs groups and classes, and includes conference space and meeting rooms to hire, and a community cafe, Centre Perk, which offers hearty meals and home-baking; notes that Mary was an ASDA Champion for the community when in her employment at ASDA Newmains, where she helped many local good causes, and is currently a volunteer with Dallies Diners’ Food Bank, based in Newmains; thanks Mary for her dedication and drive to serve her local community through volunteer work, and wishes her all the best for the future.

Supporters (18)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.