PE01826: Introduce a new national emblem of Scotland

Well said Lorna Stewart. This is nonsense. Focus on what is important.

Graeme Knox

18:50 on 21 Oct 2020

What a waste of time. Scotland is recognised all over the world by its many iconic symbols - unicorn, lion, thistle, tartan, saltire, Loch Ness monster even. Why on earth should our representatives have to waste time with this?

David South

17:43 on 21 Oct 2020

The otter or the golden eagle might be possibilities.

Sheila McKinnon

12:59 on 21 Oct 2020

This is a misguided petition. It will divide people, not unite them. You cant add something new without subtracting importance from the existing. You need to encourage and invigorate Scotland at its core, the proudly unique nation that it is, steeped in brave and fascinating history and at the forefront of inventions past and present, always looking to lead ahead. You need to reinforce national pride, not introduce the idea that our emblems are not good enough. You have to rather revisit and explore the existing emblems, discuss their meanings and use those principles to encourage and empower. The Unicorn represents deep and glorious things. Examine closely with proper research, all the attributes it has represented for people in ancient and indeed present times. There is one attribute of its horn being able to clear muddy waters. Strength, honour and loyalty are at the forefront of its character. Likewise the thistle thrives in harsh conditions and stands out among flora being strong, complex, beautiful and unique, even though its largely seen as a thorny pest. People need strength now, they need to feel like a miracle is possible. You need to be looking at all the ways you can use the existing emblems to restore faith and strength for people and communities. Give them hope and instil the concept of empowerment. I am sure people dont give our emblems deep thought, so promote their qualities and concepts, tell of their beauty and strength and remarkable bearing. Champion them, dont diminish them. What's wrong with mythical legends? It inspires the youth. We should learn from history, the fact we dont is modern downfall. The appearance of the Unicorn has been altered in mass media to sell merchandise, but it always symbolises freedom, strength, courage, mystery, hope and miracles, qualities the thistle shares. These are all good, moral characteristics that inspire trust and confidence, empowering the youth, our future leaders. Focus, dont waste time.

Lorna Stewart Clan Stewart of Appin

11:17 on 21 Oct 2020

Don't think another emblem is needed, there are enough symbols of Scotland as a whole, unicorn, thistle, saltire, lion rampant. Are you asking us to all unite under the Scottish wildcat or the capercaillie. Beware "follow the gourd! No, follow the sandal!" Seems irrelevant really.

Darren Scurfield

17:09 on 20 Oct 2020

I like the unicorn too, but maybe ditch the chains, not much equality there.

Louise Cook

15:11 on 08 Oct 2020

We do indeed need to work on improving many aspects of Scotland to better support the people of Scotland. But taking time to review its official emblem would only be a diversion, and even a smoke screen, rather than spending time on addressing the issues.

Jan Vettraino

13:52 on 27 Sep 2020

Loving the unicorn and the thistle, no need to foist something new that might feel artificial to us.

Christine Cather

19:33 on 26 Sep 2020

The Lion Rampant should be adopted as the emblem.

Stuart Docherty

1:59 on 26 Sep 2020

I think the unicorn and thistle already meet the requirements. Although no doubt not intended at the time the unicorn was very forward looking given the association with diversity and acceptance of all that it now represents. Is that what is bothering the petitioner and this is on fact an attempt to get rid of the unicorn?

Andrew Anderson

7:26 on 18 Sep 2020