Purple Day 2022

Early day motion 1081, tabled 15 March 2022 by Lisa Cameron (Scottish National Party). Signed by 18 members.

That this House notes that Saturday 26 March 2022 is Purple Day, International Epilepsy Awareness Day; understands that epilepsy is the most common chronic neurological condition with an estimated 55,000 people living with epilepsy in Scotland and that approximately eight people per day are diagnosed with the condition; recognises that Purple Day is an opportunity to get people talking about epilepsy and dispel the myths and stigma attached to the condition; and further highlights that Epilepsy Scotland will be encouraging people to dress in purple and light landmarks and buildings purple to mark the day.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 7, Independent 3, Labour 3, Plaid Cymru 3, DUP 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.