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That the Parliament agrees that the Scottish Elections (Franchise and Representation) Bill be passed.

As an amendment to motion S7M-01003 in the name of Angela Constance (Improving Lives Through Delivering for Scotland), leave out from "welcomes" and insert "recognises that a properly funded social care sector, with a fairly rewarded workforce, will be necessary to achieve these aims; further recognises that mental health services require urgent attention; welcomes the need for action to tackle health inequalities, including in women’s experience of healthcare, to improve population health, and to treat substance misuse as a public health priority; agrees that public service reform must be shaped by and with the workforce, while delivering better outcomes for people and communities across Scotland; regrets that the Scottish Government has had 19 years to transform public services but has failed to deliver, and believes that, if Scottish Ministers are committed to deliver, they must engage in cross-party working, especially in health and social care."

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That the Parliament congratulates Caitlin Rainey, from Renton, on her selection to represent Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games; understands that Caitlin is one of 11 boxers who will make their Commonwealth Games debut; further understands that five women have been selected for the squad, marking Team Scotland’s largest ever female representation in boxing at a Commonwealth Games; recognises that Caitlin has shown dedication, commitment and perseverance to reach this significant milestone in her boxing career; acknowledges the support provided by her family, coaches at Nightmare Boxing Club and Boxing Scotland, her teammates and the wider local community who she credits for helping to make her dream possible; notes the pride that her achievement brings to Caitlin, her family, the local community in Renton and across the whole of West Dunbartonshire; commends her for being an inspiration to young people to participate in sport at all levels, and wishes her every success as she competes on the international stage representing Scotland.

That the Parliament

As an amendment to motion S7M-00228 in the name of Angela Constance (Investing, Protecting and Renewing Scotland’s NHS), leave out from “recognises” to end and insert “thanks hard-working NHS and social care staff across Scotland for their care and dedication; commends them for the progress made in recovering services despite the Scottish Government’s failure to meet its own promises, and believes that protecting and renewing Scotland’s NHS for the next generation requires a proper emergency waiting times plan with funding that follows the patient, embracing new technology to improve productivity and patient experience, prioritising primary care and delivering proper investment in social care, which will not only reduce pressure on acute services but support healthier and happier lives in the community.”

That the Parliament congratulates Haldane Youth Services on providing support to young people across West Dunbartonshire for the last 20 years; understands that the aim of the project is to promote the wellbeing, confidence and leadership skills of young people through afterschool activities and a youth provision that is familiar, accessible and rooted in the community; notes that the service works closely with the young people it supports to help raise their aspirations by growing their confidence and self-esteem and allowing them to make healthy life choices and experience positive social interactions; recognises that the service achieves this by delivering activities and trips throughout the year, which are designed to engage, inspire and support children to broaden their horizons; wishes Haldane Youth Services all the best for the future, and believes that it will continue to grow and deliver successful outcomes for children across West Dunbartonshire.

That the Parliament notes with concern the proposed reduction to the operational capacity at Helensburgh Fire Station being considered at the Scottish Fire and Rescue Board meeting on 22 June 2026; recognises what it sees a the vital role that retained and full-time firefighters play in protecting communities; notes that Helensburgh Fire Station provides an immediate and strategic emergency response capability for communities across Helensburgh, Lomond, the Rosneath Peninsula, Garelochhead and significant sections of the A814 and A82 transport corridors including supporting Capita Fire and Rescue with the Naval bases at Faslane and Coulport; further notes the unique risks associated with rural and coastal response times, road traffic incidents, flooding, and wildfire threats; believes that any reduction in the fire and rescue provision could place public safety, firefighter welfare, and emergency resilience at risk; acknowledges the dedication and professionalism of Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) personnel; urges the Scottish Government and the SFRS to reconsider any proposed reductions affecting Helensburgh Fire Station, in light of reports regarding the significant level of community opposition expressed during the SFRS public consultation process and at public meetings held in Helensburgh.