Press Release
11th October 2000
McNeil Comments on Death of First Minister
Commenting on the death of the First Minister, Donald Dewar, MSP for Greenock & Inverclyde, Duncan McNeil, said:
"There is a great sense of loss. Not just for Donald’s immediate family, but for our wider Labour family and, indeed, the whole of Scottish society.
"I will always remember Donald as a pleasure to campaign with - instantly recognisable and hugely popular.
"His assured debating style - his amazing ability to dismiss opponents with wit and humour - was always a great morale booster for a party he led with confidence.
"We have all lost a very special person today."
ENDS
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