Decision details

The following Motion proposed by Councillor Tommy Macpherson, seconded by Councillor Alistair Redman, was before the Council for consideration –

The Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla takes place on Saturday 6^th May 2023, following the King’s Accession to the throne on 8^th September 2022 upon the sad passing of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The Coronation itself precedes a weekend of celebration across the nation, with a particular focus on community and volunteering, culminating in The Big Help Out on Monday 8^th May – a national day of volunteering and service to the community. This theme is in line with the King’s particular wishes for a meaningful and lasting legacy which makes a difference to local life, and in recognition of His own personal dedication to public service.

Argyll and Bute Council therefore:

1. Welcomes the work being carried out by communities around Argyll and Bute who are arranging celebratory events of all kinds to mark the Coronation, and who are planning to make their own very significant contributions to the national Big Help Out at a local level;

2. Acknowledges, on this historic occasion, the tremendous dedication and commitment of Argyll and Bute’s volunteers and local groups, which makes a difference all year round, and thanks them for their ongoing contributions to community life; and

3. Sends its congratulations and best wishes to King Charles III and Queen Camilla on the occasion of His Coronation on Saturday 6^th May 2023, and agree that the Provost write to the King expressing these sentiments on behalf of the Council and the communities of Argyll and Bute.

Moved by Councillor Tommy Macpherson, seconded by Councillor Alistair Redman.

Decision

The Council agreed the terms of the Motion and the Motion was carried.

(Reference: Notice of Motion under Standing Order 13 by Councillor Tommy Macpherson, seconded by Councillor Alistair Redman, Submitted)