Former Labour MSP for Central Fife
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I rise to support Patricia Ferguson's motion, because it is important for the Parliament and for the people of Scotland. On David McLetchie's speech, it is with some disappointment and sadness that I say that never has so much rubbish been delivered in such a short space of time to this Parliament. I am disappointed with the Conservatives because, since 1997—and since 1999—they have...
I will not give way at this stage. It is important to say that such a link might have logic for the political and administrative convenience of the parties and for electoral convenience and administration, but that is where the case starts and finishes. The Parliament is working well, no matter some of the criticisms about its first 1,000 days. In policy, it is leading the United Kingdom. Its...
The statement is important and I sympathise with the Minister for Justice as he tackles the problems, some of which have been neglected for many years. The statement was about the public interest, public safety and having a modern, efficient and effective penal system in the 21st century. Against those criteria, I will pose two or three questions to the minister. I hope that members can unite...
Former Labour MSP for Central Fife, Former Labour MP for Central Fife
Entered the House of Commons on 11 June 1987 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 14 May 2001 — General election
Entered the Scottish Parliament on 6 May 1999 — Election
Left the Scottish Parliament on 31 March 2003 — Election
Last updated: 14 May 2001.
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