http://www.holyrood.tv/ Holyrood.TV is the live streaming service from the Scottish Pariament en-us Scottish Parliament 10/03/2010 15:19:51 20 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/301109_st_andrews_day_debate.wmv Students from schools and universities across Scotland competed to win the St Andrew’s Day debating prize. 30/11/2009 30/11/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/251109_gaelic_schools_debate.wmv Portree High School and Bishopbriggs Academy battled it out.25/11/2009 25/11/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/211109_understanding_parliament_pt1.wmv The Conference took place in the Parliament’s Debating Chamber, and will consist of a series of short presentations by keynote speakers on: “The Scottish Parliament and How It Works”, “Real Life Experiences and Issues”, and “The Challenges of Participation”. Keynote speakers included, Paul Grice, Chief Executive / Clerk of the Scottish Parliament and Bruce Crawford MSP, Scottish Government Minister for Parliamentary Business. Other MSPs taking part include Margo MacDonald MSP, Patrick Harvie MSP, convenor of the Parliament’s Transport, Infrastructure and Climate Change Committee, and Frank McAveety MSP, convenor of the Parliament’s Public Petitions Committee. 21/11/2009 21/11/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/211109_understanding_parliament_pt2.wmv The Conference took place in the Parliament’s Debating Chamber, and will consist of a series of short presentations by keynote speakers on: “The Scottish Parliament and How It Works”, “Real Life Experiences and Issues”, and “The Challenges of Participation”. Keynote speakers included, Paul Grice, Chief Executive / Clerk of the Scottish Parliament and Bruce Crawford MSP, Scottish Government Minister for Parliamentary Business. Other MSPs taking part include Margo MacDonald MSP, Patrick Harvie MSP, convenor of the Parliament’s Transport, Infrastructure and Climate Change Committee, and Frank McAveety MSP, convenor of the Parliament’s Public Petitions Committee. 21/11/2009 21/11/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/051009_eco_schools_pt1.wmv Schools from across Scotland came to Holyrood on Monday to discuss environmental issues and share ideas and initiatives they are undertaking at their schools.05/10/2009 05/10/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/051009_eco_schools_pt2.wmv Schools from across Scotland came to Holyrood on Monday to discuss environmental issues and share ideas and initiatives they are undertaking at their schools.05/10/2009 05/10/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/051009_eco_schools_pt3.wmv Schools from across Scotland came to Holyrood on Monday to discuss environmental issues and share ideas and initiatives they are undertaking at their schools.05/10/2009 05/10/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/021009_older_peoples_assembly.wmv 300 participants from across the country gathered in the Parliament’s debating chamber to hear from speakers including: • Shona Robison MSP, the Minister for Public Health • Johann Lamont MSP • Sylvia Meehan, President of the Irish Senior Citizens' Parliament • Ruth Marks, the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales02/10/2009 02/10/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/250709_diaspora_pt2.wmv The event, entitled ‘A future for our past’, discussed and debated the heritage of the Scottish diaspora; the values of Scottish identity; the links between Scotland and its diaspora; and the ways to work better together, to mutual advantage. The Presiding Officer chaired the event, with contributions from former presiding officers Sir David Steel and George Reid. The event featured a Dragon’s Den-style debate and includes high-profile speakers such as Professor Tom Devine, Jim Naughtie, Lesley Riddoch and Michael Russell MSP, Minister for Culture, External Affairs and the Constitution. 25/07/2009 25/07/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/250709_diaspora_pt1.wmv The event, entitled ‘A future for our past’, discussed and debated the heritage of the Scottish diaspora; the values of Scottish identity; the links between Scotland and its diaspora; and the ways to work better together, to mutual advantage. The Presiding Officer chaired the event, with contributions from former presiding officers Sir David Steel and George Reid. The event featured a Dragon’s Den-style debate and includes high-profile speakers such as Professor Tom Devine, Jim Naughtie, Lesley Riddoch and Michael Russell MSP, Minister for Culture, External Affairs and the Constitution. 25/07/2009 25/07/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/240709_clan_convention_morning.wmv Part of the Scottish Government’s Homecoming 2009 celebrations, the Convention, was chaired by Alex Fergusson MSP, Presiding Officer, and brought together Scotland’s clan chiefs and clan representatives from across the world. Delegates explored tradition and culture and debated how the kinship embodied by Scottish clans, names and families has a relevance to 21st-century Scotland. Included an address by Jim Mather MSP, Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism24/07/2009 24/07/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/240709_clan_convention_afternoon.wmv Part of the Scottish Government’s Homecoming 2009 celebrations, the Convention, was chaired by Alex Fergusson MSP, Presiding Officer, and brought together Scotland’s clan chiefs and clan representatives from across the world. Delegates explored tradition and culture and debated how the kinship embodied by Scottish clans, names and families has a relevance to 21st-century Scotland. Included an address by Jim Mather MSP, Minister for Enterprise, Energy and Tourism.24/07/2009 24/07/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/ceremony_010709.wmv Ceremony marking the the Scottish Parliament's 10th anniversary. Speeches made by the Presiding Officer, Alex Fergusson, The First Minister, Alec Salmond and Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth II. 01/07/2009 01/07/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/190609_business_in_parliament_part_1.wmv 19/06/2009 19/06/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/190609_business_in_parliament_part_2.wmv 19/06/2009 19/06/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/euroquiz_080509.wmv More than 120 Scottish primary school children took up a seat in the Scottish Parliament’s Debating Chamber today as part of a nationwide competition to test their knowledge of European affairs.12/05/2009 12/05/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/youth_debate_part_1_280301.wmv “There is no valid youth homeless in a Scotland where, young people can be in loving homes or generous care facilities, therefore time spent on policy regarding such is fruitless.”28/03/2009 28/03/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/youth_debate_part_2_280301.wmv “The UK shows its disdain for Young People by regarding them as old enough to die for their country but conversely too young to vote on how their country is run.”28/03/2009 28/03/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/youth_debate_part_1_280309.wmv 28/03/2009 28/03/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/youth_debate_part_2_280309.wmv 28/03/2009 28/03/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/270309_ClimateChange_AM_Part1.wmv Morning session (part 1) - The morning session focused on the international impact of climate change. Presentations were given by speakers from Bangladesh, Canada, the United States and the Maldives.27/03/2009 27/03/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/270309_ClimateChange_AM_Part2.wmv Morning Session (part 2) - A presentation was given by students who are currently part of the University of Edinburgh – Carbon Management Masters Programme. The students are from Tanzania, India, Nepal, the United States, United Kingdom and Indonesia.27/03/2009 27/03/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/270309_ClimateChange_PM.wmv Afternoon Session (part 3) - The afternoon session focused on Scotland and the Climate Change (Scotland) Bill. Short presentations were given by Paul McAleavey who represents the European Environment Agency, Stewart Stevenson MSP, Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Climate Change as well as by Simon Pepper, former director of WWF Scotland and Patrick Harvie MSP, Convener of the Transport, Infrastructure and Climate Change Committee27/03/2009 27/03/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/czech_ambassador_120209.wmv 12/02/2009 12/02/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/knife_crime_morning_230109.wmv During a robust five-hour debate, a cross-section of representatives from local communities, medical, legal, police and youth organisations voiced their opinions on everything from the motivation to carry a knife, the impact of knife crime, the criminal justice system and finally, solutions for the way forward.23/01/2009 23/01/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/knife_crime_afternoon_230109.wmv During a robust five-hour debate, a cross-section of representatives from local communities, medical, legal, police and youth organisations voiced their opinions on everything from the motivation to carry a knife, the impact of knife crime, the criminal justice system and finally, solutions for the way forward.23/01/2009 23/01/2009 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_070708.wmv Commonwealth Law Ministers gathered in the debating chamber for the triennial Commonwealth Law Ministers Meeting, the first time it has been held in Scotland. The ministers debated a range of issues which include counter-terrorism, overcrowding in prisons, youth justice, human trafficking and the use of small arms and light weapons. 07/07/2008 07/07/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_part_1_120608.wmv The Donald Dewar Debating Tournament, which this year celebrates its tenth anniversary, saw four teams debating the motion ‘This House believes that a multicultural society is a unified society’. The debating tournament is an annual event run by the Law Society of Scotland, who, this year, have worked in partnership with the recently-formed Commission for Equality and Human Rights. The four teams who competed in the final of the tournament are from Robert Gordon’s College, Aberdeen, the High School of Dundee, Douglas Academy, Milngavie and Mearns Castle High School, Newton Mearns. 12/06/2008 12/06/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_part_2_120608.wmv The Donald Dewar Debating Tournament, which this year celebrates its tenth anniversary, saw four teams debating the motion ‘This House believes that a multicultural society is a unified society’. The debating tournament is an annual event run by the Law Society of Scotland, who, this year, have worked in partnership with the recently-formed Commission for Equality and Human Rights. The four teams who competed in the final of the tournament are from Robert Gordon’s College, Aberdeen, the High School of Dundee, Douglas Academy, Milngavie and Mearns Castle High School, Newton Mearns. 12/06/2008 12/06/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_morning_090608.wmv Scotland’s Futures Forum published a report setting out to establish how Scotland can halve the damage caused to its population through alcohol and drugs by 2025. 09/06/2008 09/06/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_part_2_090508.wmv Scotland’s Futures Forum published a report setting out to establish how Scotland can halve the damage caused to its population through alcohol and drugs by 2025.09/06/2008 09/06/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/euroquiz.wmv 12/05/2008 12/05/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_part_1_090508.wmv 09/05/2008 09/05/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_part_2_090508.wmv 09/05/2008 09/05/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_220408.wmv Holyrood welcomed participants of the 2008 International SchoolSport Federation World Schools Orienteering Championships during the competition’s opening ceremony.22/04/2008 22/04/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/transport_event_160408.wmv Presentation on the Californian Experience in Addresing Climate Change Issues. 18/04/2008 18/04/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/environment_event.wmv More than 100 high school pupils from around Scotland took the place of Committee members and witnesses to debate the environment at the event entitled, ‘Our Environment, Our Future.’ This is a short roundup of the days events. 01/04/2008 01/04/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/tony_benn_190308.wmv After Time for Reflection, Tony Benn conducted a Question and Answer Session. 19/03/2008 19/03/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/scottishyouthparliament_010308.wmv Scottish Parliament Presiding Officer Alex Fergusson MSP was joined by the recent winner of Big Brother Celebrity Hijack John Loughton and welcomed more than 150 Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs) to their two-day March sitting at the Scottish Parliament. 01/03/2008 01/03/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/scottishyouthparliament_parttwo_010308.wmv Scottish Parliament Presiding Officer Alex Fergusson MSP was joined by the recent winner of Big Brother Celebrity Hijack John Loughton and welcomed more than 150 Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs) to their two-day March sitting at the Scottish Parliament. 01/03/2008 01/03/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/slovenian_200208.wmv Members of the public posed questions to the Slovenian Ambassador to the UK, His Excellency Iztok Mirošič, during an event hosted by the European and External Relations Committee at the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 21 February. 26/02/2008 26/02/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/business_parliament_morning_220208.wmv Run jointly with the Scottish Government, the conference’s main aim is to provide a forum by which Ministers and MSPs can engage with the business community. The annual event attracted in excess of 200 business men and women from across Scotland’s business sector.22/02/2008 22/02/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/business_parliament_afternoon_220208.wmv Run jointly with the Scottish Government, the conference’s main aim is to provide a forum by which Ministers and MSPs can engage with the business community. The annual event attracted in excess of 200 business men and women from across Scotland’s business sector.22/02/2008 22/02/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_morning_010208.wmv More than one hundred young pupils from the Highlands to the Borders attended workshops led by representatives from various organisations and discussed environmental issues. Secondary schools from every Parliamentary region took part in presentations, debates and activities in the main chamber. The pupils also had the opportunity to report their findings to Members.01/02/2008 01/02/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_afternoon_010208.wmv More than one hundred young pupils from the Highlands to the Borders attended workshops led by representatives from various organisations and discussed environmental issues. Secondary schools from every Parliamentary region took part in presentations, debates and activities in the main chamber. The pupils also had the opportunity to report their findings to Members.01/02/2008 01/02/2008 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/dewar_101207.wmv The Dewar Arts Awards Fifth Anniversary Concert took place in the Debating Chamber and featured performances by some of tomorrow’s artistic stars. 11/12/2007 11/12/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/british_spanish_171107.wmv Influential decision-makers from the fields of politics, academia and business from Spain and across the UK, gathered to discuss issues affecting both countries and the EU. 17/11/2007 17/11/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_271007.wmv Parliamentarians from Commonwealth nations and regions ranging from Norfolk Island to the Punjab debated ways to strengthen parliamentary democracy in the Commonwealth.29/10/2007 29/10/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/portugal_130907.wmv The Ambassador discussed the priorities of the current Portuguese Presidency of the European Union. Hosted by the European and External Relations Committee. 13/09/2007 13/09/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/event_070907.wmv A public lecture at Holyrood by University of Strathclyde’s Professor Allan Macinnes on the reasons for the 1707 Act of Union . 07/09/2007 07/09/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/SYP_240307.wmv For the first time, the Scottish Youth Parliament was opened in Holyrood’s main chamber by Presiding Officer George Reid MSP with a formal welcome from the Deputy First Minister, Nicol Stephen MSP. 24/03/2007 24/03/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/youngwomenevent_010307.wmv Chaired by Trish Godman, Deputy Presiding Officer.02/03/2007 02/03/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/equalities_event_230207.wmv The debating was hosted by the Equal Opportunities Committee and brings together more than 80 different age, disability, gender, race, religion/belief and sexual orientation groups to look at developments in equalities over the past two parliamentary sessions, as well as inviting delegates to set further targets for the future.23/02/2007 23/02/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/equalities_event_part2_230207.wmv The debating was hosted by the Equal Opportunities Committee and brings together more than 80 different age, disability, gender, race, religion/belief and sexual orientation groups to look at developments in equalities over the past two parliamentary sessions, as well as inviting delegates to set further targets for the future.23/02/2007 23/02/2007 http://vr-sp-archive.lbwa.verio.net/archive/holyroodHD_121206.wmv Images of the Scottish Parliament shot in High Definition.20/12/2006 20/12/2006