Motion · S6M-18559 · 19 Aug 2025
Notwen Care Home Recognised for Outstanding Care
The motion
That the Parliament congratulates Notwen Care Home, located in Kirkpatrick Fleming, near Lockerbie in the South Scotland Region, for its outstanding commitment to residential care; recognises the dedication of all the team, including the long-serving staff and the warm, person-centred environment that they provide for residents; commends the leadership of owner, Jim Gatherum and manager, Julie Morley, whose compassion and professionalism have earned the home a reputation for excellence; recognises what it sees as the challenges for care to be delivered in rural settings; notes what it sees as the importance of continuity and experience in care settings, and the commitment to enhancing the skills and training for the care providers; celebrates Notwen’s success in fostering a supportive and caring community for both residents and staff, and wishes all at Notwen the best in the future.
Supporters (18)
- Karen Adam Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Clare Adamson Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Jeremy Balfour 5 Sep 2025
- Miles Briggs Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 5 Sep 2025
- Jackie Dunbar Scottish National Party 5 Sep 2025
- Annabelle Ewing 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
- Edward Mountain 5 Sep 2025
- Audrey Nicoll 5 Sep 2025
- Alexander Stewart 5 Sep 2025
- Kevin Stewart 5 Sep 2025
- Paul Sweeney Scottish Labour 5 Sep 2025
- Tess White 5 Sep 2025
- Jackie Baillie Scottish Labour 15 Sep 2025
- Sue Webber 3 Oct 2025
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.