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Motion · S6M-17845 · 5 Jun 2025

Bo’ness Academy’s Ruiraidh Porteous Named Young Person of the Year

Lodged by Michelle Thomson Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises the efforts and contribution of Bo’ness resident, Ruiraidh Porteous, to encouraging and widening participation in rugby; understands that Ruiraidh has dedicated much of his life to volunteering in rugby and assisting others to enjoy and participate in the sport, which led to his recent recognition by the Scottish Rugby Union (SRU), which has named him Young Person of the Year at a ceremony at Murrayfield on 23 May 2025; believes that Ruiraidh has made a remarkable contribution to rugby locally, from his volunteering at Bo’ness Rugby Club as a youth coach, an SRU first aider and SRU qualified referee, and to his school and fellow pupils at Bo’ness Academy by assisting with the running of holiday camps, tournaments and weekly training sessions to ensure that young players have the opportunity to develop their skills; congratulates Ruiraidh on being named the Scottish Rugby Union’s Young Person of the Year 2025; thanks him for his dedication to encouraging participation in rugby, and wishes him all the best in the future.

Supporters (20)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.