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Motion · S6M-19677 · 12 Nov 2025

Commending East Lothian Libraries for National Recognition

Lodged by Paul McLennan (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates East Lothian Libraries on its recognition in the Library Team of the Year category at the Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) Awards 2025; notes that the team was praised for its integrated approach across 12 public libraries and seven secondary schools, delivering high-quality services despite budget pressures; acknowledges the wide range of community initiatives that East Lothian Libraries offers, including dementia-friendly groups, digital inclusion sessions, family learning cafés and gardening clubs, as well as efforts made to boost literacy through Reading Schools accreditation and bespoke school library policies; believes that these initiatives have positioned East Lothian Libraries as trusted hubs for learning, wellbeing and resilience, enriching communities and supporting education; commends the creativity and dedication of the library staff in championing inclusion and lifelong learning, and wishes East Lothian Libraries continued success in serving the people of East Lothian.

Supporters (20)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.