Burns Night 2025

It was an honour back in January to be invited by the Scottish Office, Dublin, to participate in their Burns Night Supper. It was a rare treat to witness the parading of thr haggis, to enjoy perfromances by some fine musicians and to savour some rich Scottish fare along with a dram or two of Glenfiddich. And it was a special privilege, of course, to deliver the traditional 'Immortal Memory' address 'tae the Bard' toward the end of such a wonderul evening. My thanks to Sharon McMeel and Katy McNeil and all at the Scottish Office for producing a truly special occasion that will live long in the memory.

The hall at the Clayton Hotel as festivities begin

Parading the Haggis

Iain McFarlane, one of the many fine musicians who performed on the night

Delivering the traditional 'Immortal Memory' address

The great bard himself presiding