Motion · S7M-00446.2 · 23 Jun 2026

Scotland Needs Reform: Five Years to 2031

Lodged by Tom Arthur (Scottish National Party) Amendment 3 supporters

The motion

As an amendment to motion S7M-00446 in the name of Malcolm Offord (Scotland Needs Reform: Five Years to 2031), leave out from first “believes” to end and insert "condemns xenophobia, racism and hatred in society, including recent instances of  intimidation, violence and disorder; further condemns the actions and language of those who seek to stoke such sentiments and division; agrees that such beliefs and actions do not reflect those of the vast majority of people living in Scotland, who value being a welcoming nation; welcomes the valuable contribution that migrants make to Scotland’s communities and economy; reaffirms the Scottish Parliament's commitment to human rights and equality for all; supports an economy that gives opportunities and helps to deliver investment through progressive taxation to sustain the public services on which everyone relies, and recognises the economic opportunity that a just transition can offer to Scotland through investment and innovation.”

Supporters (3)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.