Motion text
That this House commends the work of Neil's Hugs Foundation in West Lothian, a support group for family members or friends who are struggling to cope with a loved one’s attempted or completed suicide; recognises the importance of reducing the stigma attached to suicide; praises the charity for raising awareness of the issue of suicide and providing a safe space for people to talk about their loved ones; further commends their work in helping to improve the mental health of people affected by the loss of a loved one or friend, and reduce suicide by sign posting people to organisations who can help their loved one or friend; and urges anyone who is experiencing suicidal thoughts to seek help.
Signatures (13)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Day, Martyn
Scottish National Party
Signed on
28 November 2018
Newlands, Gavin
Scottish National Party
Signed on
28 November 2018
Law, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
29 November 2018
Grady, Patrick
Scottish National Party
Signed on
29 November 2018
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
29 November 2018
Thewliss, Alison
Scottish National Party
Signed on
3 December 2018
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
3 December 2018
Linden, David
Scottish National Party
Signed on
4 December 2018
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
5 December 2018
Stone, Jamie
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
12 December 2018
Brown, Alan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
12 December 2018
MacNeil, Angus Brendan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
19 December 2018
Hendry, Drew
Scottish National Party
Signed on
11 January 2019
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.