Sturgeon leads tributes to Scottish Parliament rugby player who died during game

Nicola Sturgeon has led tributes to a rugby-loving political executive who died during a Scottish Parliament game.

David Hill, who was described as “rugby daft” by his family, died while playing for the cross-party Holyrood rugby team in a match against Dail and Seanad XV in Dublin on Saturday.

He worked as head of office for Conservative MSP and justice spokesman Jamie Greene.

Scotland’s First Minister Sturgeon tweeted: “This is so terribly sad. My deepest condolences to David’s family, friends and colleagues.”

She added that his Holyrood rugby teammates are “all deeply shocked and heartbroken”.

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross said: “Our whole party is shocked and saddened by David’s tragic passing. He was a kind, generous, well-liked and highly respected part of our team.

“We will all miss him dearly. All our thoughts are with his family and friends.”

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