Alex Salmond

[on David Bowie's comments on Scottish independence] I'm sure the whole chamber will want to join me in congratulating Eve Muirhead in winning the bronze medal in the Winter Olympics. Perhaps that's a demonstration that we all can be heroes, just for one day. Show less «

Can we just remember that Marks out of Marks and Spencer was a refugee? Mo Farah was a refugee. Freddie Mercury was a refugee who came to this country. All made huge contributions. Jesus Christ was a refugee from Palestine to Egypt. These people are not just a problem, they are a potential opportunity for the countries which give them a safe haven. Show less «