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Condolences on the Death of Former Motherwell FC Chairman John Chapman

  • Submitted by: Gillian Mackay, Central Scotland, Scottish Green Party.
  • Date lodged: Monday, 12 January 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S6M-20385

That the Parliament expresses its deepest condolences following the death of the former Motherwell FC Chairman, John Chapman; recognises that, as a lifelong supporter of the club, John joined the Executive Board at Fir Park in 1981, where he served for five-and-a-half years before being appointed Chairman in 1987; understands that his leadership allowed the club to build ambition in a sensible and stable manner, which was highlighted when it lifted the Scottish Cup in 1991, and notes that John was a very successful businessman, specialising in the Scottish meat trade, and believes that his services to Motherwell FC will be remembered for years to come.


Supported by: Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Maggie Chapman, Bob Doris, Jackie Dunbar, Annabelle Ewing, Ross Greer, Dr Sandesh Gulhane, Bill Kidd, Fulton MacGregor, Stuart McMillan, Paul Sweeney, Evelyn Tweed, Brian Whittle