Jimmy Reid, RIP
Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2010 8:47 am
One of the most charismatic and influential union leaders of the 20th century popped his clogs today. There have been few people as admirable in my lifetime."Jimmy Reid was Clyde-built. He has been Scotland's great rallying figure over the last four decades, and was one of the few Scottish political figures who can genuinely say that they provoked real change for the better in society - always addressing both a Scottish and international audience. Above all, Jimmy was a warm, humorous, and generous human being" - Alex Salmond.
BBC News - Shipyard union leader Jimmy Reid dies
BBC News - Shipyard union leader Jimmy Reid dies