John Foley

Early day motion 40, tabled 16 October 2019 by Chris Stephens (Scottish National Party). Signed by 12 members.

That this House recognises the life and work of John Foley, a long standing trades unionist and anti-apartheid campaigner; sends condolences to his family at this time; recognises his work as a shop steward in the Clyde's shipyards from early in his life and career both industrially and in the broader trade union movement; further recognises his work with the anti-apartheid movement in Scotland, campaigning for the release of Nelson Mandela and the ending of apartheid in South Africa; recalls contribution with the Clyde district of the Confederation of Shipbuilding and Engineering Unions; recognises the esteem in which he was held by his many friends and colleagues; and offers condolences to all who knew him at this time.

Signatures by party: Labour 6, Scottish National Party 5, DUP 1.