Motion text
That this House congratulates Falkirk on being voted Britain's Best Walking Neighbourhood; recognises the commitment by Falkirk Council, organisations and local communities to maintaining and expanding great walkways; notes that improvements to walkways have led to the trebling of the path network to 617 km; acknowledges the hard work of the other nine towns that were shortlisted for the award; believes that Falkirk is well-known for the world-leading Helix Park with its iconic giant horse head sculptures and for the engineering spectacle that is the Falkirk Wheel; further acknowledges the benefit of walkable neighbourhoods, which bring not only physical, but mental health benefits; further notes that making it easier to choose walking over driving helps the environment by reducing congestion and improving air quality, which brings communities closer to reaching net zero carbon emissions; and hopes that Falkirk will continue to expand its walkways.
Signatures (8)
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.
McNally, John
Scottish National Party
Signed on
16 July 2019
Day, Martyn
Scottish National Party
Signed on
16 July 2019
Chapman, Douglas
Scottish National Party
Signed on
16 July 2019
Cowan, Ronnie
Scottish National Party
Signed on
16 July 2019
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
17 July 2019
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
17 July 2019
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.