ENTREPRENEUR AND BUY OUT CHAMPION BACKS INDEPENDENCE

ENTREPRENEUR AND BUY OUT CHAMPION BACKS INDEPENDENCE

Ian Scarr-Hall, life president of international property company GSH and a
supporter of the buy out of the North Harris estate – at its time
Scotland’s largest community land buy out – has today endorsed
independence for Scotland as the best way for Scotland to flourish.

Comparing the benefits of a community buy out with the potential for an
independent Scotland Mr Scarr-Hall writes:

“There was something incredibly empowering when standing with a group of
people charting a new, brighter future. And that is the same sentiment
that has led me to believe in independence and freedom for Scotland.”

Commenting on current arguments over independence, Mr Scarr-Hall who is
one of the country's leading businessmen states:

“Countries around the world are finding their way out of global recession
by finding solutions that fit their circumstances. Scotland would be no
different. I have no doubt that Scotland would be quicker to recover if
its people and its leaders were responsible for it’s own future.”

Western Isles MSP Alasdair Allan welcomed Mr Scarr-Hall’s support for
Scotland’s independence.

“Ian Scarr-Hall is a highly respected businessman and has played a major
role in the North Harris land buy out.

“He has seen the energising impact on a community of taking responsibility
for it's land and its future. Scotland could benefit from the same
injection of energy and enthusiasm with the responsibilities of full
independence.

“His support for a strong independent Scotland and a positive relationship
with England is exactly the kind of vision the SNP has for Scotland’s
future and we welcome his support.”