British Tamils Forum (BTF) met with the Scottish First Minister
Members of the British Tamils Forum (BTF) met with the Scottish First Minister, Rt Hon John Swinney MSP, on Friday, 14 November at the Adoption Night of former MP Martyn Day. During the meeting, BTF representatives highlighted the ongoing plight of the Tamil people, who have been waiting for justice for more than sixteen years. They reiterated the urgent need for an international criminal justice mechanism and the recognition of the right to self-determination for Tamils in Sri Lanka.
They also explained to the First Minister the significant role played by Martyn Day during his time as a Member of Parliament at Westminster where he was instrumental in initiating a parliamentary debate in which he recognised that what happened to the Tamil people in Sri Lanka constituted genocide and called for their right to self-determination.
BTF looks forward to continued engagement with the Scottish National Party (SNP) and will work closely with the party to advance justice, accountability, and the legitimate political aspirations of the Tamil people.
