51�Թ�

The civic museum opened last year following a £27 million development at the former Perth City Hall, by Dutch architects Mecanoo, enabling it to tell the story of Scottish history.

First Minister John Swinney has urged Scotland's political, faith and civic leaders to unite to protect democracy ahead of a gathering in Glasgow.

Swinney said discussions on how to protect "democratic systems" in Scotland would be at "the heart of the gathering", which will be attended by elected politicians, trade unions and civic leaders.

Parris has loomed over Lancaster for decades, first as a trial lawyer and civic leader and for the last 15 years as its mayor.

Swinney said he wanted to bring together political and civic leaders including trade unions, churches and charities to agree a "common approach" on Scottish values.