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Motion · S6M-08143 · 7 Mar 2023

Falkirk-born Abby Cook Announced as Blue Peter’s 42nd Presenter

Lodged by Gillian Mackay (Scottish Green Party) Standard Motion 18 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates 20-year-old, Falkirk-born Abby Cook on being announced as Blue Peter’s 42nd presenter; understands that Abby attended Grangemouth High School, before studying Applied Biological Science at Forth Valley College; notes that Abby has worked with Forth Valley Disability Sport, supporting disabled and non-disabled young people to enjoy being active together; further notes that Abby has worked as a mental health project administrator for Scottish Disability Sport, helping to promoting inclusion within sport; understands that Abby trains twice a week with Paralympians as part of the Forth Valley Flyers, and is a big fan of wheelchair basketball; further understands that her first live show aired on 10 March 2023 on CBBC, and wishes Abby every success in the future with her new role.

Supporters (18)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.