St Andrew's Day message
Scottish Government

First Minister Alex Salmond issued a St Andrew's Day message today, ahead of celebration across the country to mark Scotland's national day.

Saltire with crowd below

Filmed at the Old Course at St Andrews, the message gives the the First Minister the opportunity to reflect on Scotland's great contributions to the world, the country's strengths and how we can all "look to the future with confidence".

The First Minister extends "best wishes" to Scotland's friends across the globe and invites everyone to visit the country for our Winter Festival Celebrations.

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