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Motion · S6M-06110 · 27 Sep 2022

Cumnock Derek Montgomery Embarks on Tenth Marathon

Lodged by Sharon Dowey Standard Motion 26 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament commends Derek Montgomery of Craigens, Cumnock, as he embarks on his tenth London Marathon, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support; understands that the race will take place on 2 October 2022 and is a challenging 26.2 miles long; further understands that Derek also took on the challenge in 2021, and that he has already been offered a place in the 2023 marathon; believes that Derek’s fundraising began back in 2011, on the back of taking up jogging as a hobby; understands that Derek lost his father and brother to the disease and that his fundraising efforts have helped ease the pain of their passing; recognises his hard work over the years that has seen him raise an impressive £47,000 for charity; understands that Derek has received support locally, and sponsorship for his race from local family business W & E Lammie Groundswork; further understands that Derek has so far raised 62% of his £2,000 target for the marathon; applauds Derek for his fundraising efforts, and wishes him the very best in the upcoming marathon.

Supporters (26)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.