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Motion · S6M-19871 · 21 Nov 2025

Wishing Helen Mathieson from Aurrida House a Happy Retirement

Lodged by Liam McArthur (Scottish Liberal Democrats) Standard Motion 18 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Helen Mathieson, from Orkney, on her retirement after 30 years of dedicated service at Aurrida House in Kirkwall; understands that Aurrida House provides a range of different services for young people in need of support arising from a physical, sensory or learning disability; notes that Helen has played an instrumental role in delivering high-quality support and care and promoting the wellbeing of children and families that have accessed Aurrida House's services throughout her career; thanks her for her commitment to ensuring that children with additional support needs in Orkney have a space and community in which they can learn, grow and thrive; congratulates Helen on her well-deserved retirement, and wishes her and everyone at Aurrida House all the best for the future.

Supporters (18)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.