That the Parliament welcomes the news that the Clackmannanshire community initiative, Alloa in Bloom - pollinator bed project, has been recognised by Keep Scotland Beautiful (KSB) as one of the groups with a commitment to "nurture the people and nature living in their neighbourhoods"; understands that it was the only community initiative in Clackmannanshire to receive a certificate of recognition at the annual KSB seminar and awards event, which was held online on 3 December 2025; notes that KSB is an environmental charity, which aims to tackle environmental challenges in Scotland and is managed in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society; further notes that the event commended more than 200 community endeavours across the nation, each contributing to improved biodiversity and greener local environments, and congratulates Alloa in Bloom on what it sees as its significant and highly beneficial community work.
Supported by:
Jeremy Balfour, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Sharon Dowey, Tim Eagle, Annabelle Ewing, Murdo Fraser, Meghan Gallacher, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Dr Sandesh Gulhane, Jamie Halcro Johnston, Craig Hoy, Bill Kidd, Douglas Lumsden, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Marie McNair, Edward Mountain, Douglas Ross, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance, Annie Wells, Tess White, Brian Whittle