Big Phil's Pasta Project

That the Parliament commends Philip Whyte, a remarkable 17-year-old pupil at Rutherglen High School, for what it sees as his exceptional initiative in launching Big Phil’s Pasta Project; recognises that Philip, who is autistic and has a learning disability, identified a critical shortage of essential supplies, particularly pasta, at local food banks in Blantyre and Hamilton, and took immediate and decisive action to fill those shelves; notes that Philip's entrepreneurial kindness has inspired dozens of local organisations to back the project, including the Early Learning Unit in Hamilton, where Philip attended nursery school, helping to make the drop-off point at St Joseph’s Church in Blantyre a hub of community generosity; commends Angela Whyte, who is Philip’s mum, for the instrumental role she has played in supporting and driving the project forward; further commends the people of Lanarkshire and local businesses for their overwhelming kindness, evidenced by cash and food donations including pasta, sauces, pot noodles and super noodles, and especially the heart-warming small acts of kindness, such as the inclusion of recipe cards with their donations, and believes that Philip’s selflessness has provided a vital boost to vulnerable families and people in need of extra support and everyday kindness, making him a genuine community hero.