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Standard Motion · S2M-03386 · Session 2

Freedom of Glasgow for Harry Benson

Lodged by Stewart Maxwell SNP Lodged 4 Oct 2005 15 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament recognises the immense contribution of Harry Benson, one of Glasgow’s most famous sons and one of the world’s foremost photographers; agrees that his images of some of the most famous people and historic events of the second half of the 20th century are a priceless record of those decades; believes that, in recognition of his contribution to art, photography and historical record, the city of Glasgow should honour his lifetime of achievement, and calls on Glasgow City Council to award Harry Benson the freedom of the city.

Vote

No recorded vote on this motion. Most motions are never debated, and many that are debated are agreed without a division. Vote records are published from 2011.

Supporters

15 MSPs

SNP 11 SSP 2 Con 1 Green 1

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SNP 11

SSP 2

Con 1

Green 1

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In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S2M-03386 by reference.