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Motion · S6M-15486 · 14 Nov 2024

Neil Russell Wins Disability Sport Coach of the Year Award

Lodged by Evelyn Tweed Standard Motion 21 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Neil Russell on his success at the 2024 sportscotland Coaching, Officiating and Volunteering (COV) Awards; understands that Neil was awarded Disability Sport Coach of the Year in recognition of his impact on the adaptive cycling community; further understands that, through founding and coaching of the Adaptive Riders Collective (ARC), Neil has widened access to cycling and off-road cycling in particular; believes that he has lifted many significant barriers to participation, including the cost of adaptive equipment; understands that, by working tirelessly to provide access to adaptive bikes, Neil has facilitated many people to try off-road cycling for the first time; further understands that Neil is a committed advocate for access to the outdoors, and commends Neil for his dedication in pursuit of his vision.

Supporters (21)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.