Scotland in Union Burns Night 2026
- Jan 26
- 1 min read
Thursday 22 January 2026 brought our annual Burns Night to the Royal Scots Club in Edinburgh - a memorable evening of Scottish tradition and celebration.
Our speakers for the night were:
Alistair Carmichael MP
Rachel Hamilton MSP
Jackie Baillie MSP
Their speeches were thoughtful, engaging and reflected the spirit of Burns and Scotland.
A standout moment was the excellent rendition of Tam O’Shanter by Nigel Griffiths, which added a powerful and cultural highlight to the event.
The evening was enjoyed by all, with great company, conversation and celebration of tradition.
A big thank you to the staff at the Royal Scots Club for their support and service in making the event run so smoothly.
We look forward to Burns Night 2027.
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