As I said last year, it is difficult to concoct a cheerful message in these troubled times and I very much hope that clansfolk around the world are safe and well.

I would have liked to announce that we will have a clan rally in the near future but I think it is far too early to make any plans. We will, of course, keep the matter under review.

My family are all well and I now have 10 grandchildren – seven boys and three girls. Everyone will be here for Christmas and we will be 23 for lunch so both noisy and expensive !

The Estate is in good shape and the Hydro schemes are making a big difference to the way we operate.

Of course, clan branches cannot function properly at this time but my thanks to all of you who keep the clan spirit alive – I am very grateful.

I wish you a happy Christmas and hope very much that 2022 is a happy and healthy year for all of us.