House of Commons

London SW1A 0AA

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

As you celebrate St. Andrew’s Day wherever you may be, know that we in Scotland are celebrating along with you.  You have travelled far but, on this day we know your thoughts return home.

St. Andrew’s Day is a time to reflect on, embrace, spread and celebrate all that is good about Scotland, past and present, and look forward to even greater success for our nation in the future.  Throughout history Scotland has exported the ideas of the enlightenment, our many natural resources and manufactured goods.  And we of course have exported our people. As ex-pats and friends of the Scottish cause, you serve as individual ambassadors of our nation.  Your good works, enthusiasm for Scotland and engagement in your communities help cement Scotland's place in the world.

We at the Scottish National Party are working hard to help Scotland achieve its full potential. We want to see Scotland move forward and reach new heights of success.

The next year will be a pivotal one in Scotland’s history.  On May 3rd, Scotland’s voters will go to the polls to choose a new government.  As we move towards the election, we will be very active both at home and abroad.  If you are interested in following our progress please visit http://www.snp.org.  At this time next year I look forward updating you on the progress we will have made in a new Scotland.  But until then please accept my best wishes, for you and your family, and have a happy St. Andrew’s Day!

Yours For Scotland,

Alex Salmond

Member of Parliament, Banff & Buchan

Leader, Scottish National Party