Scottish Parliament Honors Christina McKelvie with Motion of Condolence

The late minister's legacy as a champion for social justice, cancer advocacy, and public service was celebrated by colleagues and her partner, Keith Brown, during an emotional tribute at Holyrood.

• Christina McKelvie, who passed away on March 27, 2025, from secondary breast cancer, was remembered as a compassionate and exceptional politician during a motion of condolence at Holyrood on April 2, 2025.
• First Minister John Swinney highlighted her significant contributions, including her work on an energy voucher scheme that helped 20,000 people and her leadership in the Wear It Pink cancer awareness campaign.
• Her partner, Keith Brown, described her final days as being 'surrounded by love,' with yellow roses—a symbol tied to her family—placed by her side and worn by colleagues in her honor.
• Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon called McKelvie a 'truly exceptional politician' and close friend, emphasizing her ability to connect with people across party lines and her profound impact on public service.
• McKelvie's upbringing in Glasgow’s Easterhouse and her father's battle with MND deeply influenced her dedication to social justice, advocacy for vulnerable communities, and her compassionate approach to politics.

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