Recognition of Dunbar Lifeboat Crew and their May Day Appeal

Early day motion 72, tabled 19 May 2021 by Kenny MacAskill (Alba). Signed by 6 members.

That this House pays tribute to the bravery, courage and dedication of Dunbar's Lifeboat Crew; recognises the incredible work of the team of volunteers who throughout the covid pandemic launched the lifeboats 28 times spending 186 hours at sea including during the hours of darkness; commends the crew for their continued hard work and service to their community battling against severe weather conditions to save lives on the East Coast of Scotland; and further notes that normal fundraising had been curtailed during the covid-19 pandemic and that a Mayday appeal has been launched to help fund their lifesaving work.

Signatures by party: Alba 2, Scottish National Party 2, DUP 1, Labour 1.