That the Parliament congratulates the rugby coach, Richie Gray, from Galashiels on receiving an honorary doctorate from Edinburgh Napier University; commends Richie’s contributions to the sport through developing contact training methods and equipment, which reduce collision injuries and concussions; recognises the potentially life-altering impact that Richie’s developments have had on the safety of the sport; further recognises the inspiration that Richie brings to young people in sport; encourages the Scottish Government to invest in sports development, and wishes Richie continued success in his future endeavours.
Supported by:
Jeremy Balfour, Miles Briggs, Sharon Dowey, Tim Eagle, Russell Findlay, Meghan Gallacher, Maurice Golden, Pam Gosal, Dr. Sandesh Gulhane, Stephen Kerr, Bill Kidd, Douglas Lumsden, Stuart McMillan, Edward Mountain, Audrey Nicoll, Paul Sweeney, Sue Webber, Annie Wells, Tess White, Martin Whitfield, Brian Whittle