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Motion · S6M-17370 · 29 Apr 2025

Burgh Hall’s Trust Secures Return of First World War Commemorative Plaque to Maryhill

Lodged by Bob Doris (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 22 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates the Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust on securing the return of a First World War memorial plaque commemorating 78 men from Maryhill, who lost their lives during the conflict; notes that the plaque, originally located at the former Maryhill High Church on Sandbank Street, is now on permanent display at Maryhill Burgh Halls, following an unveiling ceremony on 25 April 2025; understands that the plaque was rediscovered at the Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum on Sauchiehall Street by Adie Meehan, whilst researching family history, and notes that the plaque includes the name of Percy Lawrence McLachlan, the great-uncle of Mr Meehan’s wife; commends the work of the Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust, which has published a booklet of short biographies of the fallen soldiers; understands that it would also welcome additional information about those listed on the plaque; welcomes that the bronze plaque is now displayed on a purpose-built plinth made by Maryhill's Boomerang Woodworking, and believes that its rediscovery and permanent display is another important contribution made by Maryhill’s Burgh Halls to preserving and promoting the rich and diverse social history of the people of Maryhill.

Supporters (22)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.