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Motion · S6M-07515 · 13 Jan 2023

Ayr and Prestwick Lions Club Donate to those in Need of Sight

Lodged by Sharon Dowey Standard Motion 27 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament applauds Ayr and Prestwick Lions Club for its initiative to donate thousands of pairs of used glasses to underdeveloped countries; understands that the club's initiative marked World Sight Day, which is held on the second Thursday of October each year; further understands that the club filled 10 boxes with 360 pairs of glasses, which were sent to clinics in Africa and South Asia; notes that the initiative was supported by local optometrists who offered drop-off points and also encouraged their customers to get involved by recycling their old glasses; acknowledges that the club has run this sight initiative since 2016 and collected nearly 17,000 pairs of glasses; considers that the work of the club is crucial in helping those in need of sight, but also a practical way to recycle, and wishes the club and all involved every success as they continue to take forward on what it believes is as an incredible initiative.

Supporters (27)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.