Ruth congratulates first Scots Paralympic medal

31 Aug 2012

Aileen McGlynn OBE today became the first Scot to win a medal as part of Team GB at the London Paralympics.

The 39-year-old Glaswegian claimed silver in the 1km time trial cycling.

Scottish Conservative leader and Glasgow MSP Ruth Davidson said:

“It’s fantastic to see Scots making such a positive impact as part of Team GB, just as they did in the Olympics.

“Hopefully Aileen McGlynn’s triumph will be the first of many over the coming days.”