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Motion · S6M-11784 · 4 Jan 2024

Nancy Scott Awarded British Empire Medal

Lodged by Liam McArthur (Scottish Liberal Democrats) Standard Motion 15 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Nancy Scott from Westray, Orkney, on being awarded a British Empire Medal in the New Year Honours list; understands that Nancy is a well-known figure in Westray, having worked for many years as a teacher before taking on an active role in the island's civic life after retirement; commends Nancy's work in documenting and preserving Westray history through several books combining documentary and photographic history with collected memories of islanders; understands that Nancy has been involved in the Westray Heritage Trust, previously the Buildings Preservation Trust, for nearly three decades; pays tribute to Nancy and others involved in the Trust for their work in developing and preserving Westray’s important island heritage; recognises the role Nancy played in the production of a monthly island magazine, Auk Talk, now in its 12th year, which, it understands, provides invaluable income to support the Westray Heritage Centre; believes that the award of a BEM to Nancy Scott is thoroughly deserved, and wishes her all the best in the future.

Supporters (15)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.