EDM 1341: Sir Bob Reid

That this House expresses its deepest condolences following the death of Sir Bob Reid; acknowledges that he held important positions in various companies, most notably at Shell and as CEO at British Rail in 1990, overseeing projects like the Channel Tunnel; notes that Sir Bob had strong leadership skills and was admired for his energy and enthusiasm, as well as having a liking for human contact and an easy manner, regardless of rank; recognises that Sir Bob was born in Cupar and later studied politics, economics and history at the University of St Andrews, where he represented the university at golf and met his future wife, Joan Oram; and understands this loss is felt widely and expresses sympathy to his friends and family following the sad news of his passing.