Likewise, I've had lots of nice comments from total strangers whilst wearing my kilt.

Incidentally, the phrase 'carrying coals to Newcastle' is now totally obscelete as the Tories closed all the pits some time ago.

Next to go were the shipyards.

To this end, the rivers are now beautifully clear and newly planted. The reclaimed land from the coal mines has been used for a state of the art football stadium, a University and luxury housing.

Next to go will be the fishing industry.

All great for the environment, but a disaster for keeping folk in employment.

Al