That the Parliament is enthused by the news of a forthcoming St John Scotland lecture, entitled A Sword for Scotland; understands that the event, presented by Mark Dennis CStJ, who is Limner to the Priory of the Order of St John Scotland, is to be an illustrated exploration of the history of Scotland’s Sword of State and the creation of the new Elizabeth Sword, which will also include a short documentary; acknowledges that Mr Dennis is described as being "honoured" to conceive, design and supervise the creation of the Elizabeth Sword of State for Scotland, which was presented to His Majesty King Charles III by the Nation of Scotland in July 2023; believes that the lecture will take place at the Royal George Hotel in Perth on 27 October 2024 from 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm; considers that the Order of St John is an Order of Chivalry of the British Crown, with origins dating back to the 11th century; understands that the modern Order can trace its roots to the first half of the 19th century, and was constituted as a Royal Order of Chivalry by Queen Victoria in 1888; notes that the Order has a presence in more than 40 countries and delivers its charitable activities through national St John organisations, including St John Scotland in Scotland, St John Ambulance in England, and many others across the world; further notes that individuals who have contributed to the charitable work of a St John organisation may be invited to join the Order of St John in recognition of their service, with their commitment and contribution being acknowledged by titles conferred by the Order’s Sovereign Head, His Majesty The King, and wishes Mr Dennis and all involved all the very best for a successful presentation.