Alyson Bell, U23 European Championships

Early day motion 1507, tabled 19 July 2023 by Kirsten Oswald (Scottish National Party). Signed by 6 members.

That this House congratulates Alyson Bell, the 19-year-old Glasgow Jaguars athlete, on her stunning success at the Under 23 European Championships hosted in Finland from 13 July to 16 July; highlights that Alyson won gold as part of Team GB for the 4x100m relay race, with the quartet consisting of Alyson, Cassie-Ann Pemberton, Amy Hunt and Aleeya Sibbons; recognises that Alyson was the third to run during the relay and passed the baton expertly to Sibbons; understands that the quartet not only won gold but also set a new championship record of 43.04 seconds; commends Alyson’s coach, Anne Scott, and those from Giffnock North Athletics Club and Edinburgh University for their involvement in helping Alyson with her development over the years; and wishes Alyson continued success in her athletic career.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 5, Alba 1.