That the Parliament congratulates Jimmy Buchan, seafood entrepreneur, former trawlerman and chief executive of the Scottish Seafood Association, on being awarded the Freedom of the City of London; recognises this prestigious honour as a fitting tribute to Jimmy’s lifetime of service to the seafood sector, from his days at sea to his leadership in processing, supply and advocacy for Scotland’s fishing industry; notes his success in establishing and running the Amity Fish Company and the Amity Seafood Larder in Peterhead, as well as his prominence as one of the stars of the BBC series, Trawlermen; commends Jimmy for his work in establishing the SeaFest Peterhead festival, a vibrant celebration of the sea that showcases Scotland’s world-class seafood and its importance to the community; acknowledges his efforts in championing the journey from sea to plate and ensuring that processors and suppliers across Scotland have a strong voice, and celebrates this recognition, not only of Jimmy’s personal achievements, but also of the dedication of all those in the seafood industry who work tirelessly to sustain coastal communities and Scotland’s proud fishing heritage.
Supported by:
Jeremy Balfour, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Stephanie Callaghan, Annabelle Ewing, Murdo Fraser, Kenneth Gibson, Bill Kidd, Stuart McMillan, Audrey Nicoll