NORTH OF SCOTLAND CHILDCARE ASSOCIATION

Early day motion 52, tabled 19 May 2016 by Paul Monaghan (Scottish National Party). Signed by 19 members.

That this House congratulates the North of Scotland Childcare Association (NOSCA), based in Castletown, on securing funding of £9,996 from the Communities and Family Fund; notes that the funding will enable a joint venture between the Big Lottery Fund and the Scottish Government focused on improving the quality of life for children; recognises that the grant will be deployed by NOSCA to develop a community area in Wick where children and families can come together to learn, interact and have fun; commends the staff at NOSCA for their fantastic effort, hard work and dedication in providing a service where children are actively encouraged to participate in a broad range of outdoor and indoor activities within a nurturing environment that is both healthy and friendly; and wishes the organisation well with all of their future developments.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 16, DUP 1, Independent 1, Labour 1.