WEEK IN NUMBERS

£24,450

The expenses bill racked up by European Commission president and his team. European Union taxpayers are footing the bill for a private jet chartered to take the team to Rome for a onenight visit. Nigel Farage called it “outrageous”.

7

The number of one hundredths of a second that denied Laura Muir a medal. Laura, from Milnathort, was competing at the World Championships and lost out on a 1500 metre race bronze when pipped at the post by Caster Semenya.

4.1m

The peak number of people watching the divisive documentary on the late Diana, Princess of Wales. However, the series finale of Poldark topped the viewing figures.

67

The number of people taking part in a clan gathering in Angus. The Lakie, Lackie and Leckie visitors arrived at Carnoustie Golf Hotel from all the world for the family reunion. The family has connections to Rob Roy McGregor and Bonnie Prince Charlie.

£600

The amount raised in a couple of hours for an Arbroath pensioner. The 81-year-old had her pension stolen when a thief grabbed her purse. A social media plea for help resulted in the generous donations.

61

The percentage of children who lose items of uniform in the first term of a new school year. Jumpers, shoes and PE kits are the items most likely to be damaged or disappear.