Broadcaster Jackie Bird is among the big Scottish names who have been recognised in the New Year's Honours list alongside footballing legends and the head of the MI5.

A TV news presenter, a spy boss, and two footballers who began their careers in Glasgow are among the New Year honours list.

The tabard was worn to the Coronation of George IV and tells a story of the changing relationship between Scotland and the British monarchy.

The tabard carries two panels dominated by Lion Rampant - the Scottish Royal Banner - and ... a ceremonial Chain of Esses and a baton stamped with a thistle. The “totally unique” collection ...

Head of MI5 Ken McCallum has been knighted and artist Barbara Rae has been made a dame in some of the highest honours awarded ...

Head of MI5 Ken McCallum has been knighted and artist Barbara Rae has been made a dame in some of the highest honours awarded ...

Painter and printmaker Dame Barbara studied at Edinburgh College of Art and went on to teach art ... He played football for Partick Thistle and Liverpool before retiring and becoming a TV pundit.

A small piece of Scottish heritage is taking on a prominent ... Jake James, an award-winning blacksmith based in Metchosin, will create a thistle – Scotland’s national flower – in a forged metal art ...

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