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Motion · S6M-20137 · 11 Dec 2025

Celebrating David Francis on His Induction into the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame

Lodged by Clare Adamson (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 17 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates David Francis on being inducted into the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame as the 2025 recipient of the Hamish Henderson Services to Traditional Music Award; recognises that this honour reflects his decades of tireless dedication to strengthening and sustaining Scotland’s traditional music through organisational leadership, performance and advocacy; acknowledges that he has worked quietly but profoundly behind the scenes to support the infrastructure that allows traditional music to flourish, including through his involvement in the creation and development of vital platforms such as the Traditional Music Forum, TRACS, Distil, The World’s Room and Hands Up for Trad; notes that his work has consistently championed the democratic, community-based spirit of traditional music by valuing grassroots participation alongside professional performance and by fostering environments in which artists and enthusiasts alike can engage with and celebrate Scotland’s living musical heritage; appreciates that, like Hamish Henderson, David has devoted his career to ensuring that traditional music remains accessible, vibrant and connected to the communities from which it grows, and celebrates his outstanding contribution to Scotland’s cultural life, extending its warmest congratulations on this richly deserved recognition.

Supporters (17)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.