Submission Documents: Motion by Councillor George Redmond:- "Council welcomes the election of a new UK Labour Government, committed to delivering transformative change to the people of the United Kingdom. However, Council acknowledges the significant challenges inherited from 14 years of Conservative rule, such as economic instability, housing shortages, a climate emergency, and growing inequality. Nonetheless, Council recognises the overwhelming support for Labour across Glasgow and the UK at the 2024 General Election, congratulates the new Prime Minister and Cabinet Ministers on their appointments, and expresses confidence in their commitment to building a fairer, more equal society. Council expresses its optimism for a fresh, positive working relationship between the UK and Scottish Governments and hopes that representatives from both governments will meet soon to discuss areas of collaboration. Council believes that collaboration and partnership between both governments will be crucial in addressing the challenges facing our communities, from economic recovery to tackling climate change. Council agrees that by working together, we can ensure the needs and aspirations of all citizens across the United Kingdom are met. Council applauds the new UK Labour Government for abolishing the abhorrent Rwanda policy, demonstrating a renewed commitment to human rights and ethical governance. In addition, council commends the Government's pledge to uphold the triple lock on pensions, ensuring that pensions rise in line with inflation. Furthermore, Council welcomes the resolution of disputes with rail workers, showing the UK Government's commitment to improving working conditions and enhancing the quality of public transport. Council supports the New Deal for Working People, which aims to strengthen workers' rights, enhance job security, and ensure fair wages across all sectors. Moreover, Council supports plans to repeal the draconian Trade Union Act, empowering trade unions to better represent and protect workers' rights. Council welcomes plans for increased funding in schools, which aims to reduce class sizes, improve school facilities, increase salaries, expand access to early years and supporting disadvantaged students. Council hopes that the Scottish Government will follow the lead of the UK Government and invest in Scotland's schools. Council resolves to: - Support the new UK Labour Government in its efforts to deliver its manifesto commitments. - To work closely with local communities, trade unions and other key stakeholders to ensure that the Government's plans for economic recovery, social justice and environmental recovery are implemented effectively for the benefit of all. - Actively engage with the UK Government to ensure that Glasgow's specific needs and priorities are heard and addressed in the national agenda. - Celebrate this historic achievement, ushering in a new era of effective government, and transforming Britain for the better." Help Icon

This is the list of documents available for the submission Motion by Councillor George Redmond:- "Council welcomes the election of a new UK Labour Government, committed to delivering transformative change to the people of the United Kingdom. However, Council acknowledges the significant challenges inherited from 14 years of Conservative rule, such as economic instability, housing shortages, a climate emergency, and growing inequality. Nonetheless, Council recognises the overwhelming support for Labour across Glasgow and the UK at the 2024 General Election, congratulates the new Prime Minister and Cabinet Ministers on their appointments, and expresses confidence in their commitment to building a fairer, more equal society. Council expresses its optimism for a fresh, positive working relationship between the UK and Scottish Governments and hopes that representatives from both governments will meet soon to discuss areas of collaboration. Council believes that collaboration and partnership between both governments will be crucial in addressing the challenges facing our communities, from economic recovery to tackling climate change. Council agrees that by working together, we can ensure the needs and aspirations of all citizens across the United Kingdom are met. Council applauds the new UK Labour Government for abolishing the abhorrent Rwanda policy, demonstrating a renewed commitment to human rights and ethical governance. In addition, council commends the Government's pledge to uphold the triple lock on pensions, ensuring that pensions rise in line with inflation. Furthermore, Council welcomes the resolution of disputes with rail workers, showing the UK Government's commitment to improving working conditions and enhancing the quality of public transport. Council supports the New Deal for Working People, which aims to strengthen workers' rights, enhance job security, and ensure fair wages across all sectors. Moreover, Council supports plans to repeal the draconian Trade Union Act, empowering trade unions to better represent and protect workers' rights. Council welcomes plans for increased funding in schools, which aims to reduce class sizes, improve school facilities, increase salaries, expand access to early years and supporting disadvantaged students. Council hopes that the Scottish Government will follow the lead of the UK Government and invest in Scotland's schools. Council resolves to: - Support the new UK Labour Government in its efforts to deliver its manifesto commitments. - To work closely with local communities, trade unions and other key stakeholders to ensure that the Government's plans for economic recovery, social justice and environmental recovery are implemented effectively for the benefit of all. - Actively engage with the UK Government to ensure that Glasgow's specific needs and priorities are heard and addressed in the national agenda. - Celebrate this historic achievement, ushering in a new era of effective government, and transforming Britain for the better.".

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