“The Drumlanrig Peace Accord marks a profound step forward in fostering mutual respect and understanding between Jewish and Muslim communities. Scotland stands proud to support efforts that build bridges, promote solidarity, and ensure that all our citizens can face challenges together in peace and unity." 

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John Swinney MSP, First Minister of Scotland

 

“Events beyond our shores have left deep scars on our communities at home. Against this backdrop it was an honour to observe the signing of the Muslim-Jewish Reconciliation Accords - a joint framework for reconciliation, understanding and solidarity. I have deeply admired efforts of so many individuals and groups to repair and strengthen community ties through vital interfaith partnerships. I look forward to supporting this initiative to develop further and embed its spirit and practices in local communities across the country.”

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Wajid Khan, Baron Khan of Burnley Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government

 

“It has been an absolute privilege to have been involved in creation of The Drumlanrig Accord. I was honoured to join delegates for part of their event at Drumlanrig Castle, and to have witnessed the signing by senior Muslim and Jewish leaders at Spencer House. Throughout, I have been impressed by the depth of commitment on all sides to ensure reconciliation and build positive, constructive relationships – now and for the future. This is not the end of course, it is just the start of a process. I know that all those involved will continue to work together to deepen understanding and collaboration in Scotland and across the UK.”

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Secretary of State for Scotland of the United Kingdom The Rt Hon Ian Murray MP

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“Our world, our common home, is riven today with division, discord, violent conflict and war. Differences have become weaponised and the God-given human dignity of every single person is being fundamentally eroded. It is this reality which makes the Drumlanrig Accords so vitally important for us all. The courage, integrity and faith of the twelve Jewish and Muslim leaders who are signatories to these accords is inspirational. It was a huge to privilege to witness their discussions and debate that led to this historic agreement. They each stepped out of their comfort zones to forge a new way of friendship that embraces and celebrates diversity but which is also committed to listening with an openness to another’s perspective. My prayers are for the flourishing of this new body”

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The Rt Revd. Fiona Smith, Principal Clerk of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland

 

“I was honoured to attend this meeting during which a call for peaceful relations between communities and for joint action was agreed between Jewish and Muslims leaders. Such a call should inspire similar work in the European Union, in particular when it comes to addressing rising polarisation and hate in our societies”.

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Vincent Depaigne Coordinator for the Article 17 Dialogue European Commission

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