A kind-hearted schoolboy from Alexandria raised £700 recently for veterans by trekking to the top of Ben Lomond.

Following his efforts, 12-year-old David Turner went for a tour of the Erskine care home in Bishopton, where he presented the funds to residents.

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Judith Haw, external communications officer for Erskine veterans charity, told the Reporter. “Our residents Lilias and Ronnie were delighted to meet this amazing young fundraiser.

“Huge well done and than you David from everyone at Erskine.”