UN adopts World Seagrass Day

Early day motion 106, tabled 25 May 2022 by Douglas Chapman (Scottish National Party). Signed by 11 members.

That this House notes the recent decision of the UN General Assembly to adopt a resolution from the government of Sri Lanka to recognise March 1st as World Seagrass Day; welcomes this initiative as an opportunity to raise awareness of seagrass restoration and to highlight the importance of promoting action to protect and enhance vital habitats across the world; further welcomes community seagrass projects such as Restoration Forth which has engaged with academics, charities such as WWF, and local coastal communities to create a colloboratory blueprint for restoration of our blue ecosystems.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 6, Plaid Cymru 3, Alba 1, DUP 1.