South Ayrshire Council - News - No to Sectarianism

YOUNG MAYBOLE PUPILS SAY “NO” TO SECTARIANISM

Pupils from three primary schools in Maybole gathered together prior to the start of the summer holiday to demonstrate their support for the Scottish Government’s anti-sectarianism campaign.

Part of the campaign involves the distribution of green and blue wristbands bearing the message ‘Say No to Sectarianism’ to young people throughout Scotland.

The pupils, from Cairn, St Cuthbert’s and Gardenrose primary schools received their bands from the Leader of South Ayrshire Council, Councillor Andy Hill, and the Convener of the Council’s Lifelong Learning Committee, Councillor Alan Murray.

The two elected members, whose electoral wards contain the three primary schools, took time to chat with the young pupils when they gathered at Gardenrose Primary, and learned of their interest in tackling sectarianism.

Said Councillor Hill: “The wristbands are part of an important campaign by the Scottish Government to gain support for its anti-sectarianism campaign.”

Councillor Hill told pupils: “Councillor Murray and I want to play our part in promoting the message that bigoted and sectarian behaviour is unacceptable in this day and age, and we want you to play your part.

“ Simply by wearing the wristbands, you are showing support, and saying no to sectarianism.”

July 2005