Celebrating the 36th Anniversary of the Pakistan Welfare Trust and the Life of Dr Imtiaz "Jimmy" Majid

That the Parliament celebrates the recent 36th anniversary of the Pakistan Welfare Trust, which coincided with the 76th anniversary of Pakistan's independence; understands that the Trust was founded in 1987 in order to provide the Pakistani community in Scotland with advice and support on a large number of civic issues; further understands that the Trust has advised the community on matters including immigration, race relations, education, health and social services; acknowledges that the Trust is a secular, non-profit and apolitical organisation, which, it believes, has served the Pakistani community in Scotland excellently during its 36-year existence; considers that organisations such as the Pakistan Welfare Trust are integral to fostering integration and the celebration of ethnic culture in Scotland for all of its citizens; notes with sadness the recent passing of Dr Imtiaz “Jimmy” Majid who, it understands, played a key role in the running of the trust; understands that Imtiaz was the president of the trust for 2013-14 and 2016-17, and held the role of general secretary for 2014-15, and that, outwith these dates, he was an executive member and secretary for the trustees; applauds Imtiaz's other contributions to civic life in Scotland and as a community leader, including as a local councillor for the Coatbridge South Ward between 2012 and 2017, and extends its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.