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21.11.2022 - 20:55 / dailyrecord.co.uk
A miniature Shetland pony and three alpacas appeared in court on Monday - to give a morale boost to stressed-out legal staff.
The animals were brought to Edinburgh Sheriff Court as part of a ‘ wellbeing day’ intended to give workers a lift.
The pony called Milo took up residence - complete with a supply of hay - in court ten which is typically the scene of criminal trials.
And the alpacas - Prohibition, Pearson and Rocky - were housed in a room normally used for prospective jurors to assemble.
Court staff were able to meet the animals, pet them, and even feed the alpacas a carrot while accused persons continued to appear in courts downstairs.
A number of other treats were laid on for staff, including massages, a nail bar, and, in keeping with the surroundings, a murder mystery trail.
Cryptic clues were dotted around the Chambers Street building to reveal the truth behind the courtroom death of a sheriff.
A court insider said: “The animals have been a big hit. There were concerns about the pony being caught short in a courtroom, but fortunately he was wearing a nappy.
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“If anything had happened at that end, at least the carpets would have been clean when the sheriff got back.
“To be honest, we’ve probably seen worse behaviour
A young boy who was left deaf in one ear after being hit by a car as a small child has wowed crowds at Scotland's busiest train station with his amazing piano skills.
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