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Secretary of State sends best wishes to Scottish communities for Diwali

The Secretary of State for Scotland Michael Moore MP has sent his best wishes to people across Scotland as they celebrate Diwali, the Festival…

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The Secretary of State for Scotland Michael Moore MP has sent his best wishes to people across Scotland as they celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights.

Michael Moore said: “Diwali is a time of celebration and coming together for a diverse range of our communities and I extend my warm wishes to those celebrating here in Scotland and across the world.

“It is a time of reflection for different generations of Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and Buddhists and a chance to look to the future with hope and renewed energy. I wish everyone a happy and peaceful Diwali and thank them for the contribution they make to our society here in Scotland.”

Published 13 November 2012