Motion · S6M-17836 · 4 Jun 2025
Recognising the Manda Centre and the Publication of "Me: A Copy of Personal Stories"
The motion
That the Parliament recognises the Manda Centre and the publication of Me: A Copy of Personal Stories; notes what it sees as the important work of the Manda Centre and the SafeTime peer group in supporting individuals and families affected by murder and trauma; welcomes the publication of Me: A Copy of Personal Stories, which is a powerful collection of real-life experiences shared by survivors; acknowledges the courage and strength of those who have contributed their personal stories to this deeply moving book; commends the Hamilton-based Manda Centre for providing a safe and compassionate space for survivors to connect, process grief and navigate the complexities of the justice system, and expresses gratitude for the centre’s continued dedication to advocacy, healing, and justice for those affected by violent crime.
Supporters (17)
- Karen Adam Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Jeremy Balfour 5 Sep 2025
- Colin Beattie Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Miles Briggs Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 5 Sep 2025
- Alexander Burnett Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 5 Sep 2025
- Foysol Choudhury 5 Sep 2025
- Craig Hoy Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 5 Sep 2025
- Bill Kidd 5 Sep 2025
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Ruth Maguire 5 Sep 2025
- Stuart McMillan Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Kevin Stewart 5 Sep 2025
- Paul Sweeney Scottish Labour 5 Sep 2025
- David Torrance Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Mercedes Villalba 5 Sep 2025
- Sue Webber 5 Sep 2025
- Tess White 5 Sep 2025
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.