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Motion · S6M-13080 · 2 May 2024

Selkirk Walkers Raise £200,000 for Cancer Charity in 35 Years of Walking

Lodged by Rachael Hamilton (Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party) Standard Motion 29 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates the walkers from Selkirk who have raised £200,000 during their 35 years of walking in the local area; understands that the family of the late George Ballantyne has organised these walks since his passing; notes that 44 walkers gathered for the 2024 hike in damp and overcast conditions in the Yarrow Valley, with the aim of raising money for Cancer Research UK; understands that the 22-mile route was travelled along the Southern Upland Way, before dropping down and finishing in Selkirk; notes that this walk has taken place every year for the past 35 years and many of the participants of the walk have not missed a year since the feat was started, and thanks the Borderers who took part in raising so much money over the years for what it considers to be such a commendable cause.

Supporters (29)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.