New First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has helped to spread some Christmas cheer by starring in a parody of hit romantic comedy Love, Actually.
The video by the Young Scot youth agency features eight volunteers, including one from Perth, arriving at the First Minister’s official residence at Bute House to deliver messages about the importance of love to Scotland’s young people.
And, like Keira Knightley in the 2003 film, each message is delivered to Ms Sturgeon on a cue card.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said: “I was delighted to work with Young Scot for my first Christmas message as First Minister it was a fantastic experience.
“We have seen this year, like none before, the energy and enthusiasm young people have for their country. They are inspirational, full of energy and ideas and hugely important to Scotland – the future of our country is in their hands. That is why I want to see children, young people and teenagers supported, cared for and loved. We all have a duty to make sure our young people grow up feeling safe and secure and can go on to fulfil their potential.
“This Christmas, I would like to ask everyone to take some time to think about the future of our young people and spread Young Scot’s simple message of love.
“I’d like to wish each and every one of you, young and old, a very Happy Christmas.”
Louise Macdonald, chief executive of Young Scot, said: “The story behind our Christmas message this year is a simple one: we want the world to remember how important love is for all young people.”
Young Scotprovides young people in Scotland aged 11 to 26 with information to help them make informed decisions about their future.