Motion: Abseil for CHAS in Memory of Laia

Abseil for CHAS in Memory of Laia

Lodged by Clare Adamson (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 9 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament commends Chloe Wilson, Megan Cuthbert, Rhona Chambers, Hayley Brown, Eiren Stewart, Laura McArdle, Lee Jenkins and David Wilson for undertaking a 131-foot abseil at the Port of Leith Distillery on 9 May 2026 in aid of Children’s Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS); understands that the fundraising challenge was organised in memory of Laia and in recognition of the exceptional support provided by CHAS and staff at Robin House during an immensely difficult time for the family; notes that the group originally aimed to raise £1,000 but raised over £3,000 through the generosity of supporters; recognises what it sees as the invaluable work carried out by CHAS in supporting babies, children and young people with life-shortening conditions and their families across Scotland, and praises all those involved for their courage, compassion and commitment to giving back in Laia’s memory.

Supporters (9)

Colin Beattie Scottish National Party 18 May 2026

Miles Briggs Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 18 May 2026

Jamie Hepburn Scottish National Party 18 May 2026

Dawn Black Scottish National Party 19 May 2026

Emma Roddick Scottish National Party 19 May 2026

Paul Sweeney Scottish Labour 19 May 2026

Karen Adam Scottish National Party 20 May 2026

David Torrance Scottish National Party 27 May 2026

Cara McKee Scottish Green Party 18 Jun 2026