Save Our Surgeries - Burghead and Hopeman
- Submitted by: Douglas Ross, Highlands and Islands, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party.
- Date lodged: Monday, 11 March 2024
- Motion reference: S6M-12449
- Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Thursday, 21 March 2024
That the Parliament expresses concern about the closure of GP surgeries in the Highlands and Islands region, including Hopeman and Burghead; praises the tireless efforts of local campaigners, including members of the Save Our Surgeries group, in advocating for the reopening of what it considers to be these vital healthcare facilities; recognises the reported disappointment and frustration felt by many regarding the consultation on the future of these facilities; understands the pressures that these closures have placed on residents of the two villages and surrounding areas; notes the calls for both the Scottish Government and NHS Grampian to prioritise the healthcare needs of smaller communities, and further notes the view that the Scottish Government, NHS Grampian and Health and Social Care Moray should fully engage with, and support, the local communities and campaigners.
Supported by:
Jeremy Balfour, Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Jackson Carlaw, Sharon Dowey, Russell Findlay, Murdo Fraser, Meghan Gallacher, Maurice Golden, Pam Gosal, Rhoda Grant, Jamie Greene, Dr. Sandesh Gulhane (Registered interest)
, Craig Hoy, Stephen Kerr, Douglas Lumsden, Edward Mountain, Alexander Stewart, Sue Webber, Annie Wells, Tess White, Brian Whittle