A number of enquiries have
been received by the Society about the correct manner in which
to address the Chief. We are repeating here guidance that has
been given in various editions of the Clach A' Choilich and
elsewhere.
At
Gatherings
At formal gatherings it is
normal to address the Chief as "Finegand" and his wife,
Anneke, as "Lady Finegand". Scots tend to be a little more
formal and, when introduced, hands should be shaken at an
appropriate distance - less formal methods of greeting are
likely to result in embarrassment.
Lady members and guests are
reminded that if they wish to wear tartan sashes at Ceilidhs
and other formal events then these should be worn on the right
shoulder. Only Her Majesty the Queen, the wives of Scottish
Chiefs and the wives of the Colonels of Scottish regiments are
entitled to wear sashes on the left shoulder.
Correspondence
Letters and e-mails to the Chief
should normally be addressed "Dear Finegand".
The envelope for mail should be
addressed "MacThomas of Finegand" followed by the Society's
correspondence address which is shown on the Contacts page of
this website. On specific occasions we may ask you to use the
Society Treasurer's address in England.
