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Motion · S6M-18012 · 17 Jun 2025

Island Residents Recognised in The King's Birthday Honours List

Lodged by Dr Alasdair Allan Standard Motion 21 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates the four Western Isles residents who have been recognised in The King’s Birthday Honours List 2025; understands that John and Lorna Norgrove, co-founders of the Linda Norgrove Foundation, have been appointed OBEs for services to women and children affected by conflict in Afghanistan; praises the positive work that the Linda Norgrove Foundation has undertaken in supporting a range of humanitarian and development projects; understands that John and Lorna established the Linda Norgrove Foundation in memory of their daughter, who was tragically killed in 2010 during a rescue attempt in eastern Afghanistan; further understands that Angus Campbell of Kilbride Shellfish Ltd, South Uist, has also been appointed an OBE for services to the Scottish fishing industry; commends Angus for his innovative and sustainable approach to shellfish farming, which, it believes, has had an enduring impact on the fishing industry in Scotland; understands that Donald John MacSween has been awarded the MBE for dedication to services within the Western Isles community; recognises that Donald John has previously served as a local councillor for Sgìre an Rubha, as well as holding significant leadership positions in the not-for-profit sector, including establishing Western Isles Foyer, an organisation that provides housing support for vulnerable young people; highlights Donald John’s contributions to national Gaelic development, having served as chief executive of An Comunn Gàidhealach, and congratulates all who received recognition in The King’s Birthday Honours List.

Supporters (21)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.