That the Parliament mourns the passing of Stewart Spence MBE, a distinguished Aberdeen hotelier who, it understands, significantly contributed to the region's tourism and hospitality sector; recognises his 55-year career marked by what it considers as exceptional leadership and vision; acknowledges his founding role in the Grampian Hotel and Catering Training Association; commends his commitment to Aberdeen's economic growth through the oil industry era; celebrates his achievements in establishing the Marcliffe Hotel and Spa as a landmark of luxury, and pays tribute to his enduring impact on Scotland's hospitality industry.
Supported by:
Karen Adam, Clare Adamson, Jeremy Balfour, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Jackson Carlaw, Sharon Dowey, Tim Eagle, Annabelle Ewing, Fergus Ewing, Russell Findlay, Murdo Fraser, Meghan Gallacher, Maurice Golden, Pam Gosal, Dr. Sandesh Gulhane, Craig Hoy, Liam Kerr, Stephen Kerr, Bill Kidd, Ruth Maguire, Roz McCall, Edward Mountain, Douglas Ross, Kevin Stewart, Paul Sweeney, Sue Webber, Annie Wells, Tess White, Brian Whittle