Black Scottish Awards 2025

Early day motion 2040, tabled 13 October 2025 by Kirsteen Sullivan (Labour/Co-operative). Signed by 4 members.

That this House congratulates the West Lothian African Women’s Network on winning the community organisation of the year at the Black Scottish Awards 2025; recognises the Network’s outstanding contribution to community cohesion, empowerment, and support for African and Black women across West Lothian; commends the leadership of its founder Eunice Simpson as a tireless advocate and organiser; congratulates Eunice Simpson on being awarded the outstanding contribution to the Black community award; acknowledges the vital role played by community leaders, volunteers, and businesses in supporting the Network’s mission; and celebrates this achievement as a proud moment for West Lothian and a testament to the power of grassroots leadership in building inclusive and resilient communities.

Signatures by party: DUP 1, Labour 1, Labour/Co-operative 1, Liberal Democrat 1.