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Condemnation of Hate Graffiti in Dunbar

  • Submitted by: Paul McLennan, East Lothian Coast and Lammermuirs, Scottish National Party
  • Date lodged: Tuesday, 09 June 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S7M-00299

That the Parliament condemns the recent appearance of what it considers to be white supremacist graffiti in Dunbar, East Lothian, which was discovered outside the Town House; believes that such messaging constitutes racist and far-right propaganda, which is intended to sow division, undermine community cohesion and intimidate minorities; affirms that there is no place in Scotland for any hate-driven rhetoric, intimidation or attempts to exploit tragedy for political ends; commends local residents for their swift rejection of this behaviour and welcomes the prompt action taken by East Lothian Council to remove the graffiti; recognises the wishes expressed by the family of Henry Nowak, that his tragic death should not be used to fuel division, hatred or political grievance and agrees that these wishes must be respected in both public discourse and political debate; notes with deep concern recent reported comments made by Nigel Farage MP, which, it believes, risk inflaming tensions, legitimising far-right talking points and contributing to a climate in which such graffiti and hate incidents may arise; unequivocally condemns any such remarks and any attempt to invoke the death of Henry Nowak to advance divisive or inflammatory political agendas; believes that such rhetoric is irresponsible, harmful and incompatible with the values of respect, equality and solidarity that underpin Scottish society; reaffirms that Scotland stands united against racism, fascism and all forms of hate; calls on all political leaders to exercise responsibility in their language, to reject narratives that scapegoat communities and to work constructively to bring people together rather than drive them apart, and extends condolences and prayers to Henry Nowak's loved ones at this tremendously difficult time. 


Supported by: Colin Beattie, Dawn Black, Bob Doris, Fulton MacGregor, Paul Sweeney, David Torrance