United States President Donald Trump has arrived in Scotland for a four-day trip.
The presidential flight Air Force One landed at Prestwick Airport in Ayrshire shortly before 8.30pm on Friday.
On arrival, the President was greeted by Scottish Secretary Ian Murray before moving to the waiting presidential helicopter, Marine One, which headed to the nearby Turnberry Golf Course.
During his visit to the country, the president will meet Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Scottish First Minister John Swinney, as well as European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Trump and Starmer are expected to discuss potential adjustments to the UK-US trade deal that came into force last month.
Mr Swinney said he would “essentially speak for Scotland”.
Before boarding Air Force One, the president noted that he would have lunch with the prime minister in Turnberry before “heading to the oil capital of Europe, Aberdeen.”
He said: “We'll have a great time. I think I have a good relationship with the prime minister.”
He also added: “We intend to discuss the trade agreement that we have concluded and perhaps even approve it.”
He also told reporters he was “looking forward” to meeting “Scottish leader” Mr Swinney, describing him as a “decent man”.
The president is likely to spark a number of protests during his stay in Scotland, with concerns being raised about how police will maintain order during such demonstrations.
Police Scotland has asked for support from other UK forces to help boost numbers, although senior officers and the organisation representing rank and file staff acknowledged Mr Trump's visit would have an impact.
Sourse: breakingnews.ie
