Summary

  • Baton visited Roslin, Penicuik, Bonnyrigg & Gorebridge

  • Relay is the main curtain raiser for the Commonwealth Games

  • Actor Brian Cox carried the baton in Roslin

  1. Midlothian supportpublished at 13:57 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    According to Police Scotland, about 8,000 people have welcomed the Queen's baton to Midlothian so far today. It's been a good turn out for a Monday morning.

  2. Baton bearers - Jamie Ferrier and Stacey Johnstonpublished at 13:50 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Baton bearers Jamie Ferrier and Stacey Johnston, pictured earlier today in the relay.

    Jamie Ferrier and Stacey Johnston
  3. School photopublished at 13:49 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Findlay Stein
    BBC Scotland

    Here are some young baton bearers and friends proudly posing in a school gym hall earlier.

    School student in group photo, holding banner saying "Lasswade High School".

    For the life of me, I can't remember the name of the school though.

  4. Volunteer shout outpublished at 13:43 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Hundreds of volunteers representing charities all round Scotland are taking part in the relay. We've enjoyed seeing them get shouts out on Twitter.

    Here's one from the Prince's Trust Scotland, external: "So excited to see George Ross carry the baton today @Batonrelay2014 He's done so much to support young people through @PrincesTrustSco"

  5. Where can I see the relay?published at 13:39 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    It's a beautiful day for a spot of baton spotting. If you fancy getting out and lending your support, here's roughly when you can do it:

    •14:10 Newtongrange

    •15:00 Gorebridge

    •15:45 Mayfield

    •16:00 Easthouses

    •17:20 Newbattle

    •18.20 Dalkeith

    The baton is currently in Bonnyrigg.

  6. Did you know?published at 13:26 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Findlay Stein
    BBC Scotland

    While the baton relay takes a well-earned break, here's an interesting fact from our friends at Glasgow 2014.

    Three thousand balls will be used across six sports during the Games: hockey, lawn bowls, netball, rugby sevens, squash and table tennis.

  7. Baton on lunchpublished at 13:16 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    There will now be a short break in the video stream as the baton relay stops for a lunch break.

  8. Get involvedpublished at 13:15 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Graham Fraser
    BBC Scotland

    Cuicken Primary School posted, external: "Cuiken PS enjoyed cheering Hayley on as she carried the Queen's Baton today in Penicuik. #bbcbatonrelay"

    Meanwhile, David Russell tweeted, external: "Thanks @Abbieruss for your support #bbcbatonrelay"

    David Russell with batonImage source, David Russell

    Tweet #bbcbatonrelay, external to share your stories.

  9. A break from lessonspublished at 13:05 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Lovely scenes in Lasswade High School as hundreds of pupils welcome the baton.

  10. Emails of supportpublished at 13:02 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Trish Divine emailed to say: 'I want to wish Linda Smith the best today and hope she enjoys the occasion. I'm sorry to can't be there to see it but look forward to the pictures.'

    Carolyn Murphy said: 'I just wanted to give a mention to all my fellow volunteer drivers and hosts who are doing a sterling job. They are working away in the background making sure that each and every baton bearer's experience is wonderfully unique and enjoyable.

    'I would like to give a special mention to Norman. They are the nicest, most well mannered, helpful and motivated bunch and superb role models. Looking forward to joining you all on the 27th June.'

    Ann McGrath emailed 'Good luck Jenny Henderson - carrying the baton in Bonnyrigg. Wish we could be there. Paul and Ann x'

    Jacqueline Ellis wrote 'Good luck to Jacky Yirrell from all your colleagues here in NHS Lothian (especially us in the neuromuscular team!!) :D'

    And finally, Emma Howie said: 'Good luck to John Whittaker, who is carrying the baton today in Bonnyrigg. Remember to give it back! From all the HR Team.'

    Don't worry Emma, we're sure he'll be a good boy.

  11. Lasswade High Schoolpublished at 12:58 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    We're now inside Lasswade High School. The baton will tour the school and stop for pictures.

  12. Next stop Bonnyriggpublished at 12:45 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    The baton was escorted by Police Scotland to Bonnyrigg. First baton bearer here - Sharon Jones.

  13. Clyde goes to schoolpublished at 12:39 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Baton bearer Kieran Fergusson, pictured with Commonwealth Games mascot Clyde at Penicuik High School.

    Baton bearer Kieran Fergusson, pictured with Commonwealth Games mascot Clyde at Penicuik High School. The baton has now moved on to Rosewell.

  14. Baton bearer - Jeanette Marshallpublished at 12:37 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Jeanette has run youth clubs for nearly 30 years. She's also run the Scottish athletics junior league for the same length of time with her husband. Many in Rosewell view Jeanette as a proactive, giving, caring role model.

  15. BBC News School Reportpublished at 12:28 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Later today, the Queen's Baton will visit Newbattle High School. While there, BBC School Reporters will be covering the event.

    School reporter Jack previewed their big day.

  16. Hello Rosewellpublished at 12:26 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    We're off in Rosewell. Our first baton bearer is a kilted Gordon Elphinstone.

  17. Goodbye Penicuikpublished at 12:15 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Some great footage from Penicuik. The baton is now in convoy to Rosewell.

  18. Emails of supportpublished at 12:06 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Chris Blackmore emailed in to say, "Just wanted to wish my brother Tom Mackenzie all the best as he takes the baton in Penicuik. So very proud of you. From myself and his sisters Mairi and Brenda in Canada."

    Claire Smith said: "Best wishes to Brian Wilkie, Baton Bearer in Newbattle this afternoon. Dad we are really proud of you! Love from Claire, Barry, Freya & Cameron X."

    Stewart Duncan emailed: "Good Luck to Abby Mellon who is carrying the baton to Newbattle Community High School later this afternoon - Have a great time and enjoy yourself."

    Chris emailed: "Good luck to Gavin McQuillan, who is carrying the baton today, from all at work :-)."

    You can email in your messages of support for today's baton bearers.

  19. Baton bearer - Fiona Gibsonpublished at 11:56 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    Fiona Gibson now has the baton. For the past 20 years, Fiona has chaired the Penicuik Hunter and Lass Gala Committee. After doing so much for the community, the people Penicuik are now thanking her for all of her work.

    Fiona Gibson
  20. Where can I see the relay?published at 11:53 British Summer Time 16 June 2014

    If you live in Midlothian, there are still plenty of chances to see the baton today. Here are the planned times for the arrival of the relay:

    •12:15 Rosewell

    •12.30 Bonnyrigg

    •14:10 Newtongrange

    •15:00 Gorebridge

    •15:45 Mayfield

    •16:00 Easthouses

    •17:20 Newbattle

    •18.20 Dalkeith