Presiding Officer George Reid MSP welcomed guests to the 50th anniversary celebrations of the American-Scottish Foundation, held at the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 15 August.

Left: Gillian Haycock was one of three Scottish singers who performed for guests.

Right: Heather Bain of the American Scottish Foundation. The Foundation is a non-profit organisation which aims to build co-operation between the people of Scotland and the United States.

Presiding Officer George Reid MSP with Cécile Shea, Principal Officer of the US Consulate General in Edinburgh.