Badenoch MSP and fiancé overwhelmed by messages of congratulations
Badenoch MSP Kate Forbes and her fiancé Ali Maclennan have said they have been bowled over by the response of thousands of well-wishers following their engagement last week.
After posting the news along with a photo of her new ring on her social media channels, Miss Forbes also received hundreds of emails congratulating the couple on their good news.
Ali popped the question as a surprise after a local walk in the snow in the Highlands.
The Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch MSP said: “Ali and I are very grateful for the incredible response to news of our engagement.
"We did not expect the amazing outpouring of kind wishes and support from across the political spectrum.
“It has been a challenging year, and good news is in short supply so it was a lovely surprise.
"We hope that any romance that can withstand lockdown will last the years.”
Miss Forbes added: “Ali has a small business in the Highlands, so has faced the same worries and challenges of other small businesses over the last year.
"He’s a resident of Dingwall, though hails from the small village of Shieldaig on the shores of the west coast. We’ve known one another for many years, and share a lot of similar interests.
“There haven’t been any great celebrations, because of lockdown restrictions and the pressures of serving constituents and delivering the Budget. Obviously the wedding will be subject to Covid restrictions, and we look forward to turning our minds to that when time allows.”
