Motion · S6M-18464 · 4 Aug 2025
Recognition of North Lanarkshire Archives with National Award
The motion
That the Parliament congratulates North Lanarkshire Archives on officially meeting the UK standard for managing and sharing historical records, as confirmed by the Archive Service Accreditation Panel; notes that the Archives, including what it sees as a significant collection held in Motherwell, contain important documents dating from the 1500s to the present day, preserving a rich and diverse history; recognises that the Archive Service Accreditation is supported by key organisations, including the National Records of Scotland, the National Archives, the Scottish Council on Archives and the Welsh Government; commends the Archive staff for their dedication to maintaining and providing access to what it believes are these invaluable historical resources, and encourages continued support for the preservation of Scotland’s documentary heritage.
Supporters (18)
- Karen Adam Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Dr Alasdair Allan 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
- Stephanie Callaghan 5 Sep 2025
- Jackie Dunbar Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Annabelle Ewing 5 Sep 2025
- Emma Harper 5 Sep 2025
- Bill Kidd 5 Sep 2025
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Ruth Maguire 5 Sep 2025
- Kevin Stewart 5 Sep 2025
- Paul Sweeney Scottish Labour 5 Sep 2025
- Sue Webber 5 Sep 2025
- Annie Wells 5 Sep 2025
- Tess White 5 Sep 2025
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.