1. Douglas Ross (Highlands
and Islands) (Con)
Just a few weeks ago, members in the chamber congratulated Henry
Wuga on reaching his 100th birthday. It was therefore with great
sadness that we learned of his passing, peacefully at home, with
his daughters Hilary and Gillian, last Friday. We send them our
thoughts and condolences.
We also give thanks for the life of a remarkable man, who came
from Nuremberg in 1939 to Glasgow via the Kindertransport, to a
life of professional and family success here in Scotland that was
capped by decades of service to Holocaust education.
Scotland will miss Henry’s charm, his integrity and his
resolution, but we will never forget his testimony. I believe
that we can all commit to ensuring that his legacy will endure.
He is now reunited with his beloved Ingrid. May his memory be a
blessing. [Applause.]
The First Minister
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First and foremost, I join Douglas Ross in paying tribute to
Henry Wuga, the greatly respected Holocaust survivor who passed
away at the age of 100 last week. It is hard to think that, only
a few weeks ago, we stood up to wish him well on his 100th
birthday but are now standing up once again to mourn his passing.
Henry was a truly remarkable man who made an enormous
contribution to Scottish society. However, his impact, influence
and legacy go far beyond Scotland, as he campaigned against
antisemitism and reminded us
never to forget the horrors of the Holocaust.
My thoughts are very much with Henry’s family, his friends and
all those who had the privilege of knowing him. I am sure that,
in his memory, we will all continue to campaign against hatred in
whatever form it rears its ugly head.
