Return to Practise for Pipe Bands

The motion

That the Parliament calls on the Scottish Government to consider the current situation for pipe and silver bands that wish to hold practise sessions; notes the strong pipe and silver band tradition both in South Scotland and across the whole country; understands that recent developments in piping technology mean that pipes are no longer wet; recognises that Scotland is the only country in the UK where outdoor band practise is currently forbidden; acknowledges the major role that pipe and silver bands play in civic life; appreciates that many young pipers, drummers and silver musicians receive their instrumental teaching from these bands and that, without the lifting of restrictions, they are unable to continue their musical development, and calls on the Scottish Government to consider measures to allow these bands to practise indoors during the coming winter months, as well as to examine the current restrictions in place around outdoor gatherings in relation to musical practice.

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.

Con 6 LD 1 Lab 1

Party shown is each supporter’s party when the motion was published.

No contribution in the Official Report cites S5M-22410 by reference.