25 YEARS OF GLASGOW WOMEN'S LIBRARY

Early day motion 472, tabled 15 September 2016 by Alison Thewliss (Scottish National Party). Signed by 22 members.

That this House congratulates Glasgow Women's Library (GWL) on its 25th anniversary; welcomes that the library, now based in the city's Bridgeton area, has become a focal point for feminist thought, discussion and performance; further congratulates the GWL on being awarded status as a Recognised Collection of National Significance; notes that the GWL was first opened in 1991 in Garnethill, following a showcase of women's culture during Glasgow's year of European City of Culture in 1990; commends all of the staff and volunteers of the GWL, in particular Adele Patrick, the GWL Lifelong Learning and Creative Development Manager and Scotswoman of the Year 2015; and looks forward to many more successful years to come for the GWL.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 19, Independent 2, DUP 1.