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Motion · S6M-15593 · 22 Nov 2024

Iona Fyfe Elected Rector of the University of Aberdeen

Lodged by Jackie Dunbar (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 15 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates the folk singer, Iona Fyfe, on her election as the new rector of the University of Aberdeen; notes that Iona was elected following a vote of the students and will serve a three-year term; recognises what it believes is the importance of the rector in acting as a voice for the student body in the university court; notes that, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Iona helped to found the group, Oor Vyce, which campaigns for the legal recognition of the Scots language, including the Doric variant; understands that Iona has outlined a range of areas on which she wishes to pursue improved university policies, including student mental health, housing and safety, funding for sports and addressing the climate crisis, and wishes Iona all the best for her term as rector.

Supporters (15)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.