Dunfermline’s Bruce Festival has been recognised in the Scottish Parliament.
Mid Scotland and Fife Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser believes the extravaganza is a highlight in Scotland’s festival calendar and has lodged a parliamentary motion to congratulate the organisers, Dunfermline Delivers.
Mr Fraser wished the festival, which started on Thursday, continued success.
He said, “The Bruce Festival is a spectacular event in Dunfermline which attracts thousands of visitors to the area, with both visitors and local people getting involved in the festival.
“It is a welcome economic boost to the area and I would like to congratulate the organisers as well as all the performers, who have worked so hard to put on the Bruce Festival 2010.”
He added, “Robert the Bruce and Dunfermline are intertwined with one another and this historic city is proud to be linked to one of Scotland’s greatest sons and kings.
“Robert the Bruce led the Scottish army to victory during the Wars of Scottish Independence.”
Mr Fraser said, “The Bruce Festival brings Scotland’s history alive and allows visitors to enjoy some first-class shows and performances while learning more about our rich and proud history.”
During the 10-day festival there are concerts, son et lumiere shows at Dunfermline Abbey and a two-day Bruce Live event in the glen, with battle re-enactments, medieval hospitals and more.