1 What is your earliest memory of Edinburgh? I'm originally from the west coast so I remember visiting as a boy and camping at Little France where the new Royal Infirmary is now.
It was beautifully green and a great place to play
. Somehow the weather always seemed glorious in those days.
2 What are your memories of school? I attended a boys-only school in my hometown of Greenock.
I wasn't a big fan of school so I was quite glad to leave at 15 and start my first job – which was in House of Fraser.
3 Where is your favourite place in Edinburgh and why? I love The Shore. Sitting by the Water of Leith outside one of the great little restaurants there reminds me of my early days on Clydeside.
4 What are the best things about Edinburgh? The diversity, culture and the festivals. It is a beautiful city with always plenty going on. You could never be bored in Edinburgh.
5 What would you change about the city? Traffic access to the city centre, and the lack of adequate parking.
6 Describe a perfect Edinburgh day/night out. It would have to be a brisk walk in the Queen's Park, then on up to Arthur's Seat to chill out. At night I'd have a few beers in one of the great hotel bars.
7 Which sports interest you? I'm a rare breed of guy who likes both football and rugby. It was also a real highlight to meet Olympian Chris Hoy recently when he came to Jenners after his success in Beijing.
8 What was your most embarrassing moment? In a recent article about Jenners celebrating its 170th anniversary, there was a misprint that put me at 60 years old. I aged ten years overnight! I got a few phone calls after that – mostly people laughing at me.
9 What is your greatest achievement? Being appointed manager of Jenners. I've worked for the House of Fraser company since I was a boy and I was delighted at not only getting my own store but getting the institution that is Jenners.
10 Sum up Edinburgh in three words. Vibrant, engaging, home.
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