I was very sorry to learn that David McLetchie, the former leader of the Scottish Conservatives, had passed away. David had a great intellect and wit and the Scottish Parliament will be a poorer place without him. Many tributes have been paid and I have posted below the comments by the Prime Minister issued by the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party press office.
Prime Minister David Cameron said:
“I was deeply saddened by the news of David’s death. David has been an immense figure in Scottish politics and a towering strength to our party in Scotland. He will be sorely missed.
“When devolution came, he picked up the reins and made sure that the Scottish Conservatives had a strong voice at Holyrood.
“He was one of Scottish politics’ most formidable intellects and finest debaters. All he did was carried out with dedication and conviction and his passing leaves a gap in the lives of all who knew him.
“My heartfelt condolences go to Sheila and his family.”
