Elaine Hands, local foodbank volunteer, St Bernadette’s Motherwell

Early day motion 914, tabled 27 January 2022 by Marion Fellows (Scottish National Party). Signed by 10 members.

This House commends the work of Elaine Hands; recognises that, in addition to working full time as a teacher in a local school, she dedicates her Sundays to running a local foodbank based at St Bernadette’s Parish Church; further commends Elaine for helping hundreds of families in need in the local area and for providing materials and supplies herself; further notes the work she has done in conjunction with St Vincent de Paul to make up Christmas parcels for over 40 families; and further congratulates Elaine on her excellent work to support people in Wishaw and surrounding areas, particularly during this difficult year, and wishes them the best for the future.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 8, DUP 1, Independent 1.