Motion · S6M-20382 · 9 Jan 2026
Gilbert Feron Awarded a British Empire Medal
The motion
That the Parliament congratulates Gilbert (Gilly) Ferson on being awarded a British Empire Medal in The King’s New Year Honours List for his services to the community in Cambuslang; understands that Gilly has dedicated himself to improving the welfare of older people and the wider community in Cambuslang for over 30 years, volunteering with the LEAP Project, whose board he now chairs; notes that Gilly has also played a pivotal role in many other local charities and associations over the years, including Halfway Tenants Association, North Halfway Hall, Seniors Together and Particip8, and thanks Gilly for his continued work and dedication to supporting his community.
Supporters (13)
- Colin Beattie Scottish National Party 12 Jan 2026
- Miles Briggs Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 12 Jan 2026
- Annabelle Ewing 12 Jan 2026
- Bill Kidd 12 Jan 2026
- Stuart McMillan Scottish National Party 12 Jan 2026
- Paul Sweeney Scottish Labour 12 Jan 2026
- David Torrance Scottish National Party 12 Jan 2026
- Annie Wells 12 Jan 2026
- Brian Whittle 12 Jan 2026
- Jackie Dunbar Scottish National Party 14 Jan 2026
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 14 Jan 2026
- Alexander Burnett Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 19 Jan 2026
- Sue Webber 20 Jan 2026
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.