Sheriff court bids farewell to typist after 38 years’ service

Ms McLaren, originally from Kirkcaldy, served under 19 sheriffs during her career.

She said: “I will miss everyone but I am looking forward to doing some gardening and doing more running.”

At her farewell ceremony sheriff clerk Gail Smith paid tribute to the long-serving typist, describing her as a “valuable staff member who will be sadly missed”.

She added: “Margaret is a professional typist and everyone at the court wishes her all the very best for her retirement.”