That the Parliament notes with sadness the passing of Dean Ford, lead singer of the Scottish pop group, Marmalade, at the age of 72; notes that Coatbridge-born Dean co-founded the group in 1961, which went on to release 11 singles, the best known of which, a cover of The Beatles' Ob-la-di Ob-la-da, reached number one in 1968, allowing Marmalade to become the first Scottish band to have a UK number one hit; respectfully acknowledges this achievement, welcomes the musical legacy that Dean leaves, and sends its condolences to his family.
Supported by:
George Adam, Clare Adamson, Tom Arthur, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Bruce Crawford, Jenny Gilruth, Bill Kidd, Richard Lyle, Ruth Maguire, Gillian Martin, Sandra White