Motion text
That this House notes that Heriot-Watt University will be celebrating in 2021 the 200th anniversary of its founding roots in 1821; further notes that Heriot-Watt University created the world’s first mechanics’ institute in the heart of Edinburgh; commends Heriot-Watt University on its substantial contribution to Scotland and the world through pioneering research in fields as diverse as robotics and autonomous systems, earth and marine sciences, medical technology and decarbonisation; recognises that Heriot-Watt will be looking to the future with a renewed focus on helping society tackle current and future challenges sustainably and on delivering real world impact in the fields of business, STEM and design; acknowledges that that University will recognise the enduring legacy of Scotland’s father of modern economics, Adam Smith, by establishing the inaugural Panmure House Prize for the best research proposal in long-term investment to fund radical innovation; understands that alumni, students, staff and stakeholders are invited to celebrate Heriot-Watt’s remarkable record of innovation at its global network of campuses in Scotland, Malaysia and Dubai through a series of virtual events and debates; and wishes all students and staff at that University every success in their future endeavours.
Signatures (22)
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.
Cherry, Joanna
Scottish National Party
Signed on
10 February 2021
Monaghan, Carol
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 February 2021
MacAskill, Kenny
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
Dorans, Allan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
11 February 2021
Hendry, Drew
Scottish National Party
Signed on
11 February 2021
Hanvey, Neale
Scottish National Party
Signed on
17 February 2021
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Law, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
12 February 2021
Thomson, Richard
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 February 2021
Chapman, Douglas
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 February 2021
Bonnar, Steven
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 February 2021
Thompson, Owen
Scottish National Party
Signed on
18 February 2021
Cameron, Dr Lisa
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
Brown, Alan
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
Day, Martyn
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
McNally, John
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
Gibson, Patricia
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
Whitford, Dr Philippa
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
Stephens, Chris
Scottish National Party
Signed on
22 February 2021
Fellows, Marion
Scottish National Party
Signed on
24 February 2021
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
24 February 2021
Grant, Peter
Scottish National Party
Signed on
24 February 2021
McDonald, Stuart C
Scottish National Party
Signed on
3 March 2021
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.