Dumfriesshire MP David Mundell has offered his congratulations to a Thornhill butcher who was recently crowned World Scotch Pie champion.
John G Renicks of Thornhill won the prestigious award in the Annual Scotch Pie Championships, held in Dunfermline for the past 13 years. The award-wining shop is based in Drumlanrig Street, and is run by Iain Renicks alongside his mother Ellen and brother James. Iain dedicated the accolade to his late father John, who started the family business 25 years ago.
Commenting on the win, Mr Mundell said: "I'm delighted that a local family-run firm has won this award and gained recognition from the industry. It's great news for Thornhill and I'm sure the local area will benefit from its association with a famous pie-maker! I know a lot of the customers who frequent this busy shop will be pleased, because the butcher has been a regular participant in this competition and it just goes to show that perseverance can certainly pay off. Well done to all the family- I look forward to sampling their winning wares soon!"