Neil Drysdale
I talked to Alex Mair, who turned 102 this month, about his role in setting up Grampian TV in 1961 and helping it to punch above its weight in news, current affairs, sport and entertainment. Alex still believes it was a mistake when the station was swallowed up by STV in 1997 and I think he’s right. Grampian was a precious part of many people’s lives in the north of Scotland! #GrampianTV #STV #AlexMair #FionaKennedy #NormanMacleod https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/6621775/alex-mair-102-has-never-forgotten-launching-grampian-tv-more-than-60-years-ago/
Interview: Alex Mair, 102 on helping launch Grampian TV more than 60 years ago

The Aberdeen accountant was at the forefront of the channel's launch and even now, at 102, is proud of his work across the north.

Press and Journal
Nov 15, 2024 at 10:10amWeb
Show threadNatashaNov 15, 2024
@NeilDrysdale I would agree. Not impressed by the merging of Tay FM, Moray Firth and Northsound radio either. Will lose the local aspect. Moray Firth used to be very weird news wise, as Caithness often got the transmissions from the Moray coast rather than Inverness end. But there was still occasional programming just for Caithness and Sutherland.