Charity wants to turn Scotland bright red

Poppyscotland has called for Renfrewshire landmarks to be lit up red in tribute to those who served in the First World War.

Charity bosses are urging churches, schools, monuments and statues to have lighting changed.

They are encouraging the switch to mark 100 years since the end of fighting.

Gordon Michie, head of fundraising at Poppyscotland, has urged those who can to take part.

He said:“It’s fantastic to know that Scotland will be lighting up red once again for the Scottish Poppy Appeal, and we continue to be amazed by the country’s support.

“We have already received the support of around 50 landmarks that will light up red but we want even more to join this exciting project.

“This year is even more significant than usual, though, as we commemorate 100 years since the signing of the Armistice that led to the end of the First World War.

“We feel that this year’s Light Up Red campaign is just as much about local communities and their desire to say thank you as it is our seminal buildings, such as Edinburgh Castle.

“We encourage all communities – large and small – to come forward and light up red for Poppyscotland.”

The charity wants to light up the country’s landmarks between November 5 and 11.

Some of those signed up already includes castles, museums, bridges, airports, fountains and a yacht.

For more information, visit www. poppyscotland.org.uk/light-up-red