Having served as Clerk to the Media Group for nearly 30 years, I wanted to salute Jimmy, Lord Gordon of Strathblane, our long-standing Vice Chair, who died recently, aged 83, after a dreadful experience with a covid-19 infection.
Everyone who knew Jimmy, whether personally or professionally, will mourn the passing of this caring, compassionate, supportive and constantly encouraging gentleman. He will be missed by family, friends, colleagues in both Houses, and contacts across the media sectors in which he carved out such a successful career, particularly in radio.
A devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, he was also a devout and very spiritual Catholic. May he rest in peace, and may perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.
James Stuart Gordon, Lord Gordon of Strathblane, broadcaster, businessman and politician, born 17 May 1936; died 1 April 2020