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Elgin street to be named after former Moray MP Winnie Ewing





A new street in Elgin is going to be named after Winnie Ewing who represented Moray as an MP.

Winnie Way will be part of the next phase of the Findrassie development, located in the north of Elgin along the Lossiemouth Road.

By tradition, streets are not named after living individuals. However, with Mrs Ewing’s passing in 2023, the first opportunity has been taken to honour her memory.

That decision was made by representatives of the Elgin City North and Heldon & Laich wards on Moray Council.

Cllr Jérémie Fernandes (SNP – Elgin City North) described Mrs Ewing as a “towering figure” in Scottish politics as well as a trailblazer for the SNP over decades of public service.

He added: "She was a giant of Scottish politics and held a special place in the hearts of people in Moray. It is only right that we honour her legacy by naming a street after her.

"The fact that councillors from across political divides supported this proposal speaks volumes about the impact she had—not just on the SNP, but on Scotland as a whole.

“Her contribution to public life was immense, and this small tribute ensures that her name remains part of the community she served so passionately.”

Winnie Ewing with her son Fergus.
Winnie Ewing with her son Fergus.

Winnie Ewing’s first stint in parliament came in 1967 when she won a by-election in Hamilton, a result which heralded the breakthrough of the SNP as a serious electoral force.

She went on to represent the old seat of Moray and Nairn from 1974-79. During her decades-long political career she also served as the SNP Party President and was elected to both Holyrood and the European Parliament.

She died at the age of 93 at her home. Two of her three children – Fergus and Annabelle Ewing – followed her into politics.

'Stop the world, Scotland wants to get on', was one of Winnie Ewing's well-known phrases.
'Stop the world, Scotland wants to get on', was one of Winnie Ewing's well-known phrases.

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