We were delighted to be the first member firm to welcome Sir Brian Souter this morning at our offices in Grangemouth in his new role as President of ICAS. Brian had recently said that it was his intention during his year in office to visit some of the smaller member firms, recognising that these are not only the backbone of the Institute but also the backbone of businesses the length and breadth of the country. Everyone at Drummond Laurie appreciated the visit and takes inspiration from Brian’s own great success, coming as it has from humble origins. Brian clearly has ambitious plans for the coming year and we wish him and everyone else at ICAS the very best in achieving these.