Commenting on the appointment of Douglas Alexander MP as the new Secretary of State for Scotland, Martin Whitfield MSP said: 

“Douglas’s appointment as Secretary of State for Scotland is an honour for him and for East Lothian.

“I believe it helps promote East Lothian on the political map and means we have an even stronger voice in the UK Government.

“I know Douglas will continue to be an articulate champion for the county’s interests and look forward to working with him in his new role for the benefit of East Lothian and the rest of Scotland.”