IAN MURRAY - SECRETARY OF STATE FOR SCOTLAND
The Murray Clan Society
Added at 17:55 on 17 July 2024
We are delighted to announce that the Secretary of State for Scotland, The Rt. Hon. Ian Murray MP, has signalled that he is happy to support the Murray Clan Society in Scotland.
Ian Murray MP was appointed Secretary of State for Scotland on 5th July 2024. He was elected as the Member of Parliament for Edinburgh South in July 2024. The Secretary of State for Scotland is the UK Government Cabinet Minister representing Scotland. They act as the custodian of the Scottish devolution settlement, represent Scottish interests within the UK Government, and advocate for the UK Government’s policies in Scotland. They also promote partnership between the UK Government and the Scottish Government, as well as relations between the UK and Scottish Parliaments. Secretary of State for Scotland, Ian Murray, said: "It is a real privilege to have been asked to serve in Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s first Cabinet as Secretary of State for Scotland. My absolute priority in the role will be to deliver the change and renewal that Scotland needs – to drive economic growth, create jobs and reduce poverty. As we rebuild our country, I look forward to Scotland standing foursquare with the other UK nations. I will make sure that the Scotland Office is a strong voice for Scotland within the UK Government. New funding will help tackle poverty in Scotland by creating jobs and unlocking opportunities across the country, especially in our most deprived communities. The Scotland Office will lead on promoting ‘Brand Scotland’ around the globe. Selling our world class produce, products and services to the world. I am also determined to reset the relationship between the UK and Scottish Governments. Focusing on co-operation and joint working will mean we can deliver better results for people in Scotland".