Motion text
That this House remembers that 5 June 2020 is the 50th anniversary of Burnbank Swifts' victory over Dundee Fairfield, marking the end of the most successful season in the club's history; understands that Burnbank Swifts won six cups during the 1969-70 season, including the Scottish Juvenile Cup, and played 50 games back-to-back undefeated; further understands that the Scottish Juvenile Cup Final between Burnbank Swifts and Dundee Fairfield was attended by Jock Stein, who was born in Burnbank and was keen to watch the team make history; notes that the team's achievement was later recognised in the Scottish Football Museum; believes that the spirit and determination of Burnbank Swifts' record-breaking season is an inspiring example of triumph over adversity and disadvantage; and congratulates the ex-players from the 1969-70 Burnbank Swifts team and recognises their place in the history books of Scottish football.
Signatures (5)
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.
Ferrier, Margaret
Scottish National Party
Signed on
21 July 2020
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
22 July 2020
Grady, Patrick
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 July 2020
Thewliss, Alison
Scottish National Party
Signed on
1 September 2020
Dorans, Allan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
1 September 2020
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.