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Motion · S6M-13553 · 7 Jun 2024

Noost Knit Co Awarded £70,000 from the Scottish Edge Competition

Lodged by Emma Roddick (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 18 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Amy Walkinshaw and Doug Cunningham, who were awarded £70,000 from the Scottish Edge competition; notes that Scottish Edge aims to identify and support what it considers to be Scotland’s innovative, high-growth potential entrepreneurial talent; understands that the business venture, Noost Knit Co, will be located in Lochinver and aims to offer employment opportunities to people in the local area; further understands that the innovative knitting company will produce quality knitwear, which will be made in the Highlands, while also offering manufacturing solutions to local businesses, therefore reducing carbon footprint; notes that its product line will include hand-knitted ganseys, which are commonly worn by fishermen in coastal communities, offering protection from rain and wind; congratulates Amy and Doug on their success in the competition, and wishes Noost Knit Co all the very best for the future.

Supporters (18)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.