First minister sturgeon thank you, and yes. I think you just heard how much we all love you. I come prepared. [laughter] [applause] look after these for me. Friends, leading this party is a great privilege, one enjoyed by just a few people in our history. Earlier this year, we lost one of our past leaders a true giant of our movement. Gordon wilson had the good fortune to be born in govan in this city. And to represent dundee in the house of commons. Two great cities. When gordon became leader of our party in 1979, he was one of just two snp mps at westminster. Hopes of a new Scottish Parliament had just been scuppered. It was a tough time. But gordons commitment and political skill laid the groundwork for the snps future success. New members and Younger Voters may not know of gordons contribution, but it cant be overstated. He kept the flame alive. He devoted his life to serving scotland. And all of us owe him a deep debt of gratitude. [applause] friends, the three years i have been y
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