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Motion · S6M-09131 · 23 May 2023

Volunteers Across Scotland to be Recognised During Volunteers' Week, from 1 to 7 June 2023

Lodged by Jeremy Balfour Standard Motion 34 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament commends the hard work and dedication shown by volunteers across Scotland; recognises Volunteers' Week, which runs from 1 to 7 June 2023, as an opportunity to highlight the contribution of volunteers in Scotland's communities and thank volunteers for playing a vital role in supporting people in need during the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent cost of living crisis; understands that the personal benefits of volunteering are wide-ranging, from improving health and wellbeing, gaining confidence, improving employment prospects and building community connections; believes that Scottish Household Survey figures show 27% of Scotland's adult population volunteered formally for a group or organisation in 2021, equating to over 1.2 million people, and thanks all volunteers for their invaluable contribution.

Supporters (34)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.