What a year for Scotland. What a year to shine the spotlight on some of those who made the biggest impression in these past and truly momentous 12 months. And how better to do that than in this year’s influential list of lists, The Courier Impact 100? Helen Brown starts the countdown.
Where to start? There was politics; local, national and international concerns came home to Scotland with the referendum campaign and its aftermath. Our nation will never be the same again and many in our communities found themselves newly energised, inspired, infuriated, enthusiastic and determined to take more of a role in what happens to them and to others.Join the Impact 100 debate by using#courierimpact100 on Twitter or by emailing impact100@thecourier.co.ukThen there was sport; a triumphant Commonwealth Games showed the vibrant, confident, friendly and outward-looking face of Scotland to a global audience. And worldwide, there was acknowledgement of the sacrifices of those who fought in the First World War a century ago.
Big moments grab attention; but it’s the people who make them happen that truly matter.
That’s what the Courier’s Impact 100 list is all about. It’s to recognise those who have inspired others or created wealth; who have affected change or achieved success; who have made an impression, achieved fame or even notoriety. And it highlights those who have hit the pages of The Courier over the last 12 months where we bring you the stories that matter.
In Monday’s Courier, learn more about Impact 100 and how we compile the list. Then, on Tuesday, pick up your copy as we begin the countdown.