100 years of Boroughmuir Rugby and Community Sports Club at Meggetland
Tabled 28 October 2025 by Dr Scott Arthur
That this House congratulates Boroughmuir Rugby and Community Sports Club on reaching the remarkable milestone of 100 years at their Meggetland home in Edinburgh; recognises the club’s outstanding contribution to Scottish rugby and community sport since its founding in 1919; commends its commitment to inclusivity, youth development, and health and wellbeing through its award-winning Energy Gym and vibrant Youth Academy; notes that the club’s ‘One Club, One Culture, One Community’ ethos means they work closely with local primary and secondary schools, businesses, associate clubs and partners to ensure it provides opportunities to connect, support, play and encourage; further notes the club also provides a welcoming environment and social café open to all; also notes the club’s ambitious £100,000 fundraising campaign to upgrade facilities and expand outreach, ensuring a legacy of excellence for future generations; celebrates the club’s role as a vital community hub, promoting participation, social connection, and sporting achievement; thanks Commsworld and Eastern Western Motor Group for their sponsorship of the club; and wishes Boroughmuir continued success for the next century and beyond.