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"These are the early days of a better nation" |
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Saturday, 05 May 2007 |
 Speaking this evening following the SNP's victory in the Scottish Parliament elections, SNP Leader Alex Salmond MSP said:
"After what was a momentous night in Scottish politics, and with all votes now counted, it is I hope appropriate that I say a few words about where Scotland now stands.
"First, Scotland has moved forward - for good and forever. Scotland has chosen a new path - one which echoes the hopes and aspirations of a new culture of politics. Last night was a reminder that politicians exist to serve and not just to survive.
"Second, I am proud that the SNP has won the highest number of votes of any party in the election and the highest number of seats.
"That is a historic moment and let me give one more commitment on behalf of my party. Now that we have been given the chance to lead, we will do so in the national interest and not for party advantage. We will lead with humility but also with passion. We will lead with verve and imagination but always mindful that we serve the people - all the people - of this proud and ancient nation.
"There is an immense task ahead of a new Government and it is one which should inspire and not deter.
"The Scottish writer Alasdair Gray put it well when he wrote - 'Work as though you lived in the early days of a better nation'.
"My commitment to Scotland is this - we will work, and these are the early days of a better nation."
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