Highlands and Islands Labour MSP, Rhoda Grant, has tabled a motion in the Scottish Parliament congratulating everyone involved in this year’s MG ALBA Trad Awards.
Held in Inverness on Saturday 30 November, the award ceremony showcased the best of Scottish traditional music, celebrated the finest talent in Scottish traditional music and acknowledged the significant contribution traditional music adds to Scotland’s cultural heritage. The awards ceremony was held in Inverness for the first time in a decade.
Mrs Grant, who attended the award ceremony said “It was a fantastic night which showcased Scotland’s talent and dedication to traditional Scottish music.
“The organisers, sponsors and artists put on a great show which was also watched live on BBC ALBA by thousands more trad fans.
“I congratulate everyone involved in this year’s successful ceremony which places traditional Scottish music front and centre of Scotland’s cultural heritage.*
Mrs Grant’s motion is copied below.
Motion Number: S6M-15698
Lodged By: Rhoda Grant
Date Lodged: 02/12/2024
Title: Congratulations to Everyone Involved in Na Trads
Motion Text:
That the Parliament congratulates everyone involved in the organisation and sponsorship of the prestigious 2024 MG ALBA Trad Awards, which were held in Inverness on 30 November 2024; understands that the awards ceremony, which was held in Inverness for the first time in a decade, celebrates the finest talent in Scottish traditional music while showcasing the performances of some of the country’s most talented musicians; further understands that the event, which was attended by more than 1,000 musicians and industry supporters, together with hundreds of trad fans, was also watched live on BBC ALBA by many more traditional music fans; acknowledges what it sees as the significant contribution traditional music adds to Scotland’s cultural heritage, and congratulates the 116 nominees and the 26 worthy winners on the night.