250th Anniversary of the Old Gourock and Ashton Parish Church

That the Parliament congratulates the Reverend David Burt and all those associated with Old Gourock and Ashton Parish Church on its 250th anniversary; notes that a service of thanksgiving marking the anniversary was held on 17 May 2026; recognises that there is also a programme of events taking place throughout 2026; understands that the church was established as Gourock Parish in 1776, subsequently became Old Gourock Parish in 1929, then Old Gourock and Ashton Parish in 1989 and is now Old Gourock & Ashton linked with St Ninian’s, in Greenock, and wishes everyone associated with the church every success for this special anniversary year and for the future.