‘Scotland’s Oldest Man’ goes to the Edinburgh Festival

By Alexander Lawrie

THE MAN dubbed ‘Scotland’s Oldest Man’ claims climbing Munros and contentment with his lot have prolonged his life.

Sprightly Edward Robertson, 102, became the oldest festival goer in the country when he attended a wartime concert show in Edinburgh yesterday.

A Special Constable during the war, Mr Robertson said he was delighted to have the chance to have a sing-along with the cast of ‘It’s A Lovely Day Tomorrow’.

The popular show is based around the D-Day memories of writer and cast member Lynn Radnedge’s uncle.

And Mr Robertson, from Edinburgh, revealed coming back to the small city centre church hall brought back warm memories as he had last set foot in the hall in 1946 when he attended a war memorial service.

Scots bobby wins international award

By ALEXANDER LAWRIE

A SCOTS policewoman has beaten thousands of coppers from across the globe to be named as the world’s best community bobby.

Special Constable Lily Laing has been named Officer of the Year by the International Association of Women in Policing, and will receive the prestigious accolade for service to her local community.

The popular bobby’s international award follows on from her winning the British title in the Community Service category earlier this year.

The well-liked SPC will travel to Seattle, Washington, to receive the esteemed award in September.