Today was the funeral of former Evening Express colleague Alastair Robertson, who died suddenly on 23 February, 2024, aged 75.

Alastair was an old Etonian, with a presence to match. A character in the newsroom whose copy was a delight to edit. Colleagues described him as “a colourful character to work alongside, and such a fund of memorable tales”, “wonderful company”, and a “true professional”.

His copy went on to grace the pages of grander publications than the EE.

The funeral was taking place this afternoon in Strathbogie Church, Huntly.