I Got A Very Strong Sense From

I've Got A Very Deep And Abiding Passion About Education Being Far More Than Buildings And Textbooks; It's What Children Bring Into School With Them.

Scotland Is My Country, The Nation That Shaped Me, That Taught Me My Values. A Nation Whose Achievements Inspired And Inspire Me, A Community Whose Failings Drive Me - Drive My Overwhelming Desire To Fight For Social Justice And Equality.

My Working Life Has Always Been Wrapped Up In Doing My Job To The Best Of My Abilities And Doing The Best For My Family. It Is Not A Contest Between The Two.

Progressive Politics Is Not Something To Be Bolted On To Another Cause.

We Shall Seek Debate Without Division Or Rancour.