The depute leader of Renfrewshire Council has described her selection as the SNP’s Westminster candidate for Paisley and Renfrewshire South as a “bittersweet moment” following the death of her mother Margaret.
Councillor Jacqueline Cameron said she is “utterly heartbroken” as she comes to terms with the loss which came two days before it was confirmed she was the party’s candidate to replace Mhairi Black MP at the next General Election.
The Kilbarchan resident, who has represented Johnstone South and Elderslie since May 2017, said it will be a “privilege” to fight for the seat.
She saw off competition from fellow SNP councillor Robert Innes in a ballot.In a statement, Councillor Cameron said: “I would like to thank all the members who put their trust in me and voted for me to be their SNP representative.
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