First Minister of Scotland Rt Hon Alex Salmond MSP:

I am delighted to have this opportunity to extend my very best wishes and good luck to all the athletes selected to represent Team Scotland in the XX Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

To represent your country is a great honour and you should be very proud of this fantastic achievement.  You can take great pride and encouragement knowing that people from all over Scotland will be cheering you on as you strive for success in your sport.

Your selection gives you a once in lifetime opportunity to showcase many years of dedication and commitment, and your exceptional talent to the home crowd.

To all the members of Team Scotland – the athletes, coaches, officials and support staff – I wish you every success and hope you fulfil your dreams and ambitions, and enjoy this unique moment in time.