Angus Robertson

More about Moray

One of the seven ancient Celtic Earldoms of Scotland, Moray stretches from the cliffs, harbours and beaches of the Moray Firth to the Arctic tundra of the high Cairngorms. With its fine soil and dry climate the Laich of Moray became the "Garden and Granary of Scotland".

It was a gem fought over by the Picts, the Romans, the Vikings and the Scottish Clans. The Men of Moray formed the backbone of the armies of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce which finally won Scotland's Freedom. The people of Moray developed that sturdy independence of spirit which characterises them to this day.

Blessed with pure water from its highland streams and an abundance of golden barley it was perhaps inevitable that Moray would become The major whisky producing area of Scotland, home to such names as Glenlivet, Glenfiddich, the Macallan and Chivas Regal. To go with the dram are the soups and game of Baxters of Speyside, Moray Seafood and Walkers shortbread. Textiles still features in Moray with the high quality cashmere products from Johnstons of Elgin.

You can find out more information about me and my work for the people of Moray at my own website: www.moraymp.org.