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Ayr's "King of the Tartans" to Close After 35 Years

  • Submitted by: Sharon Dowey, South Scotland, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
  • Date lodged: Thursday, 05 March 2026
  • Motion type: Standard Motion
  • Motion reference: S6M-21003

That the Parliament notes with sadness the closure of Ayr's Highlander Tartan Wear, which will see owner Roy McNair retire after 35 years; understands that the Kyle Street business has been a fixture of the town centre for over three decades, with an extensive history of supplying Highland wear; notes that Roy and the team have thanked their many customers for their support over the years, and wishes Roy a very happy retirement.


Supported by: Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Alexander Burnett, Foysol Choudhury, Annabelle Ewing, Russell Findlay, Meghan Gallacher, Dr Pam Gosal MBE, Dr Sandesh Gulhane, Liam Kerr, Bill Kidd, Douglas Lumsden, Fulton MacGregor, Edward Mountain, Paul Sweeney, Sue Webber, Annie Wells, Tess White, Brian Whittle