Volunteers’ Week 2023

Early day motion 1206, tabled 23 May 2023 by Martin Docherty (Scottish National Party). Signed by 40 members.

That this House commends the hard work and dedication shown by volunteers across the country; recognises Volunteers' Week, which runs from 1 to 7 June, as an opportunity to celebrate the contribution of volunteers and inspire more people to try volunteering; notes that the personal benefits of volunteering for individuals and communities are wide ranging; further notes that 27 per cent of Scotland's adult population volunteered for a group or organisation in 2021, equating to over 1.2 million people; and thanks volunteers for their vital role in supporting people in need during the covid-19 pandemic and subsequent cost of living crisis.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 31, Plaid Cymru 3, Liberal Democrat 2, Alba 1, DUP 1, Independent 1, Labour 1.