The Secretary of State for Scotland, the Right Honourable Michael Moore MP visited Loretto School in Edinburgh 
to deliver the Autumn Term Loretto Lecture. His lecture, entitled 'A Life in Politics', provided a unique insight into this high profile politician's life, from his earliest inspirations and influences including a childhood in trouble Northern Ireland, early campaigning in Jedburgh in the Scottish Borders, the impact of Sir David Steel on his early political life, the Scottish Parliament, devolution through to his unrivalled work in his constituency of Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk.
Michael Moore MP was keen to address the young people, aged 12 to 18, in the audience representing five local schools and asked them to consider what they wanted for the future of Scotland?
The lecture concluded with the floor being opened for questions. The Secretary of State requested that the school pupils in the audience were given the chance to ask questions of him before any further questions were posed from the gathered adults, which included distinguished guests such as Baroness Linklater.
The now well-established and popular Loretto Lecture continues to attract figures from all walks of life and maintains its unparalleled reputation for international guests and speakers. Recent events and speakers have included the return to Scotland after 425 years of Mary, Queen of Scots’ Book of Hours which was reunited for one day with the crucifix she is believed to have carried to her execution, BBC Radio 4s 'Any Questions?' and speakers such as legendary peace activist, Colin Parry and acclaimed broadcaster and journalist Lesley Riddoch.
Jonathan Hewat, Director of External Affairs and founder of the Loretto Lecture Series, commented, “We are most grateful to Michael for sparing his valuable time to deliver the Loretto Lecture. Perhaps most unique feature of the Loretto Lecture Series itself is the opportunity for anyone to meet, listen and to question some of the world’s most famous and interesting people. The Loretto Lecture Series is completely free and open to anyone. Our next guest is currently 'under wraps' and will be announce shortly. Suffice to say, it will the most enormously popular and remarkable celebrity."