As appointments go it is anything but standard. Scotland’s ancient heraldic authority has appointed its first honorary vexillologist.
Philip Tibbetts will have responsibility for supporting communities nationwide that want to develop and fly their own flag. The appointment by the Court of the Lord Lyon has been prompted by a surge in counties, towns and islands seeking official recognition for their own regional banners.
Caithness, South Uist, Kirkcudbrightshire and Denny and Dunipace have all unfurled flags in recent years, with more applications pending.
Mr Tibbetts, is a member of the Flag Institute, a charity that offers advice on correct usage, and a graduate of the University of St Andrews. He said: “It is a huge honour to have been appointed as the honorary vexillogist. I