95TH ANNIVERSARY OF D'JACONELLI'S CAFÉ

Early day motion 2460, tabled 10 June 2019 by Patrick Grady (Scottish National Party). Signed by 11 members.

That this House recognises that this year marks the 95th anniversary of the iconic D’Jaconelli’s Café in Glasgow; understands that the café was opened by Mario Jaconelli in 1924 and has been serving the community in Maryhill and across the north of the city ever since; appreciates that customers enjoy delicious hot food and home-made artisan ice-cream in the unmatched surroundings of the café’s traditional 1950’s interior; recognises the inimitable character of the café has attracted people from all over Glasgow and around the world; notes that the café has been used as a film and television location for famous productions including Trainspotting starring Ewan McGregor, Carla’s Song with Robert Carlyle, and Tutti Frutti featuring Robbie Coltrane; congratulates the team for their commitment to maintaining an authentic old-fashioned café experience for all of its visitors and the local community; and wishes D’Jaconelli’s all the very best for many years to come.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 9, DUP 1, Labour 1.