Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service

13 June 2006

Lord Advocate Colin Boyd QC adopts the title Lord Boyd of Duncansby

Following the announcement in April from 10 Downing Street that Colin Boyd QC, Lord Advocate, is to be appointed to the House of Lords, as of today (14 June) Mr Boyd adopts the title "The Right Honourable The Lord Boyd Of Duncansby".

Lord Boyd said:

"It is a great honour, both personally and professionally, to be appointed to serve in the House of Lords. I look forward to playing an effective role in policy making for the UK, especially in relation to Scottish affairs."

Lord Boyd will be formally introduced into the House of Lords on 3 July 2006.

Note for Editors:

1. The title is taken from Duncansby Head in Caithness. Lord Boyd spent much of his childhood in Wick and went to school there. He wanted to reflect his fondness for Caithness and his happy memories of his childhood there in the title. Duncansby Head was a favourite spot for family outings and walks.

Alison McInnes

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