MP Pays Tribute to Alex Salmond
Seamus Logan MP has paid tribute to Alex Salmond following the news that the former First Minister has sadly died.
Seamus Logan MP has paid tribute to Alex Salmond following the news that the former First Minister has sadly died.
SNP MP Mr Logan represents the successor Parliamentary seat to Banff and Buchan, which Alex represented from 1987 to 2010 when he stepped down having become an MSP and First Minister.
Aberdeenshire North and Moray East MP Seamus Logan MP said:
“Alex Salmond was first and foremost a tremendous champion for the people of the North-east of Scotland for over thirty years as well as being the pre-eminent politician of his generation.
“Alex took the Scottish National Party from the fringes of Scottish politics, professionalised its approach, and took the party into government and to within a few percentage points of winning an independence referendum. His contribution to Scottish politics, to Scottish life, and to Scotland cannot be overstated.
“It was clear from my time on the doors in this year’s General Election campaign that Alex is still highly regarded in his old constituency. My thoughts are very much with Alex’s wife Moira and the rest of his family at this sad time.”
Statement from Karen Adam MSP on the death of Rt Hon. Alex Salmond:
Alex Salmond, as a leading figure of the Scottish independence movement, took us to the edge of a new Scotland.
His legacy will no doubt be one of a mentor to many of us now in elected politics, just like me, who Alex had persuaded to stand. As we now move forward, we intend to finish what he had accelerated. It’s a question of not if, but when, will Scotland be independent, and his actions will of course be a lasting legacy on that achievement when it comes. It is incredibly sad he’s not going to be here to witness that happen.
My thoughts are with his loved ones at this difficult time.
Comment from Eilidh Whiteford on Death of Alex Salmond
Eilidh Whiteford, former MP for Banff and Buchan (2010-2017), said:
“Alex Salmond changed Scotland’s story.
“He was a political giant, and a wise, generous mentor and friend to me for nearly 40 years. His belief in Scotland’s potential never faltered. My heart goes out to Moira, Gail, Bob, Maggie and the rest of his family.”
