A Cumnock charity hero has been presented with a motion given to the Scottish Parliament by his MSP following an incredible award win.
Lochlan Murdoch launched the charity, Lochlan's Legacy, alongside his mum Lesley in 2020, to raise awareness of Type 1 Diabetes, which he was diagnosed with at a young age.
Thanks to all of his effort, Lochlan was award the 'Teenager of Courage' prize at the Pride of Scotland awards back in May.
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Some of Lochlan's work over the years has included walking from all Scottish Premiership football grounds in 2020 to raise money for charity, and delivering speeches and educating people about the condition.
At the time Lochlan's mum, Lesley, said: "The decision was made because of all the work he's done with the charity and stuff in the last few years.
"The night was such an unbelievable experience and Lochlan has just been over the moon about the whole thing.
"It was just an amazing night filled with worthy winners."
To pay homage to Lochlan, Carrick, Cumnock and Doon Valley MSP, Elena Whitham submitted a motion to the Scottish Parliament shortly after Lochlan's award win, recognising the work the teenager has put in over the years.
Ms Whitham met up with Lochlan recently to hear more about his charity work, and present him with a copy of the motion.
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It read: "That the Parliament applauds Lochlan Murdoch, from Cumnock, for winning the 2024 Pride of Scotland Teenager of Courage Award
"Understands that Lochlan started the charity, Lochlan’s Legacy, in 2020 to raise awareness of type 1 diabetes, and to work towards creating a more informed and compassionate society for those living with the condition.
"Notes that Lochlan was inspired to start the charity after organising an event that saw him walk around all of the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) stadiums in four days to raise funds and awareness for type 1 diabetes.
"Recognises that Lochlan was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at four years old, and that he uses his experience to inform others; commends Lochlan’s Legacy for working with the Scottish Football Association to provide training to coaches on how to support children with diabetes.
"Recognises that Lochlan’s charity ran a series of roadshows, which informed children and young people on how to manage their diabetes.
"Considers that winning the Teenager of Courage Award is a testament to Lochlan’s success and advocacy, and wishes him the very best for the future."
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