Norman Tebbit was a political titan. A true British patriot, his passion and belief in Britain as the nation state was central to everything he did in politics. Unlike most in public life, he was never afraid to speak the truth.
His huge contribution to public life was unrivalled by most, a remarkable achievement given the tragedy he and his family experienced at the hands of IRA terrorists.
It was to our country’s detriment that Norman Tebbit was forced to retire early from frontline politics, in order to care for his wife Margaret, something he did diligently for decades.
I have no doubts that both Britain and the Conservative Party would be in a much better place today had his influence remained at the top of government in the 1990s.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
May he rest in peace.
Andrew RT Davies MS