Speeches, etc.

Margaret Thatcher

Foreword to history of Scottish Tory Party

Document type: Speeches, interviews, etc.
Venue: No.10 Downing Street
Source: Gerald Warner The Scottish Tory Party: a history (1988)
Editorial comments: The foreword was dated "February 1988".
Importance ranking: Minor
Word count: 187
Themes: Union of UK nations, Conservative Party (history)

Conservatism has played a long and historic role in Scottish politics and the Tory Party has deep roots in Scotland. However, many people do not realise this.

I am, therefore, very pleased to welcome this scholarly book by Gerald Warner which assesses the profound influence of Conservative philosophy on Scottish life over three centuries.

Gerald Warner also explores the significant contributions made by Scots in the affairs of the United Kingdom, and those Scottish ideas and traditions which have been so important in the evolution of the Conservative Party. He illustrates how Scotland remains at the centre of the affairs of the United Kingdom by the current influence of Scottish ideas on English legislation.

The natural instincts of the Scottish people of enterprise, determination and independence of mind are reflected in Conservative policies today, as they have been in the past.

Gerald Warner reminds us all that Conservatism has confidently risen to the challenge in Scotland throughout history. Scots look to the Conservative Party again today - we will not fail them. Margaret Thatcher