Born in 1946 and brought up in Cupar, Fife, I was educated at the local school - 
“The decision to cancel school exams is a measure of the seriousness of the situation we face.
“I know it has been no easy decision, but I hope that this announcement today will provide some clarity to parents and children in the North-east.
“If anyone has specific concerns please get in touch with me or my office- we stand ready to help anyone affected. Help and advice is also available for parents and carers concerned with Children’s 1st offering an online and telephone support at 08000 282233 or www.children1st.org.uk/parentline.”
Karen Adam is now the MSP for Banffshire and Buchan Coast
