THE latest in our not-to-be-missed National Roadshows will take place in Peterhead on Tuesday evening.

For those of our readers who have not yet been able to attend one of these events, and many hundreds, if not thousands, have already done so, the format is quite simple.

National editor Callum Baird and our columnist Paul Kavanagh give their talks and then the Wee Ginger Dug steals the show by lying on his ribs out front or mingling with the audience to a get a pat on the head.

As Roadshow attendees will testify, the Dug is also happy to pose for group pictures and selfies.

The Dug knows his importance to the campaign for independence and it has to be said that his human amanuensis Paul Kavanagh is becoming an increasingly important figure in the Yes DIY movement - he did, after all, come up with its name.

Therefore please be aware that Paul is currently running his annual fundraiser on the Wee Ginger Dug blog - please help as he needs to keep the Dug fed.

Our editor Callum Baird is happy to tell readers about our plans and to answer any questions about The National which has now been the only Scottish daily newspaper supporting independence for 44 months.

There will also be an open discussion about independence, the Yes DIY movement, and just about any subject pertaining to these two matters.

The event is on Tuesday from 2pm will take place at the Harbour Lights venue.