New Start Highland Gardens and BBC Scotland Make a Difference Green Award

Early day motion 2067, tabled 16 October 2025 by Angus MacDonald (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 5 members.

That this House congratulates Donald Graham, Laura Deans and all of the New Start Highland Gardens team on winning the Green Award at the BBC Scotland Make a Difference Award ceremony held in Glasgow; recognises the project’s vital role in providing the restorative power of nature to connect volunteers to each other; commends the opportunities they provide for people who are facing crisis in their lives to improve wellbeing through horticulture, environmental conservation, and community connection; celebrates the strong community participation and dedication to local nature and beauty; notes New Start Highland’s commendable efforts in creating positive change for people exiting homelessness or trying to move forward from a place of crisis; congratulates all the other award winners who have helped their communities in meaningful ways; and thanks BBC Scotland for shining a light on the inspiring individuals and groups making a real difference in communities across Scotland.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 4, DUP 1.