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Motion · S6M-09346 · 5 Jun 2023

Scottish RAF Veterans Receive Volunteering Award for Outstanding Work

Lodged by Alexander Stewart Standard Motion 33 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament welcomes the news that two friends have been praised for their outstanding volunteering work recording details and cleaning war heroes’ headstones; understands that both men have received a prestigious award from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC); acknowledges that Malcolm Hodgson and David Mowatt volunteer for the CWGC and each received a Spotlight Award, along with a letter from CWGC’s Director General, Claire Horton, congratulating them on their achievement; understands that Malcolm and David are RAF Veterans who work together as "Eyes On, Hands On Volunteers" caring for graves across 20 cemeteries around Mid Scotland and Fife, and take photos to document the graves’ condition in addition to hand-cleaning them; highlights that the photos that they have taken will soon be uploaded to the CWGC website, so that people all around the world can research and see a grave even if they cannot visit; understands that, in May 2023, they supported War Graves Week, which is the annual opportunity to highlight to the public the graves and memorials of Commonwealth service personnel around the world; congratulates Malcolm and David on their awards, and commends the men for their outstanding endeavours.

Supporters (33)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.