Scotland’s former First Minister Alex Salmond said he had a fantastic response in Derry for a ‘Remain’ vote in the upcoming European referendum on June 23.
The ex-leader of the Scottish Nationalist Party (SNP) spoke in support of staying in the European Union at an event hosted by Londonderry Chamber of Commerce on Friday.
Mr Salmond tweeted afterwards: “Great time campaigning the positive case for Europe in Derry… Fantastic response from everyone.”
Foyle MP Mark Durkan, who took Mr Salmond on a tour of the city centre, said: “It was great to welcome Alex Salmond to Derry.
“Alex is someone who is a proven, formidable campaigner for Europe who is making such a positive pitch for the ‘Remain’ campaign.
“He was strong in his message, credibly measured in his arguments, sensitive to local perspectives, and colourful in his appeal to voters.”
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