An inspirational charity worker has been selected to carry the Queen’s Commonwealth Games baton when it arrives in the north-east next weekend.
Harry Watson will lead the procession in Macduff on Sunday, the charity Inspire announced last night.
The Insch-born 59-year-old, who has learning difficulties, said being picked to carry the baton from thousands of hopefuls was his “biggest and best achievement.”
He said last night: “I have never felt so proud and honoured in my life.”
Mr Watson has tirelessly campaigned for good causes and has taken part in the Baker 10km run for the last five years, personally raising nearly £800 for Inspire, which supports those with a range of learning needs.
He said: “Everyone is so happy for me,” he said. “My sisters Mariette and Alison are very proud of me too and I’d like to thank Inspire for nominating me.
“This is a dream come true and I will make everyone proud of me that day, but nobody will be prouder than me for what I have achieved.”
Mr Watson, of Peterhead, has also raised nearly £3,500 for Children In Need since 1992.
Regional manager at Inspire, Val Culley, added: “We are all extremely proud of Harry and what he has achieved over the years. He really deserves this unique opportunity.”
She said a bus had been organised to take Harry’s supporters to Macduff for the ceremony.
The baton is due to arrive in the afternoon, before travelling onto Fraserburgh, Mintlaw and then Peterhead.