Scottish National Tartan.. Jock and other Scots?

[Mickey]

After reading Leo's post,
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...-church-73934/

I had a question about this tartan and it's appropriateness. It is the first kilt my wife bought for me as she thought it would look good on me. After a quick research on it, I decided that I probably shouldn't wear it in public, ever, based on my own ignorance and desire not to offend.

For the real Scots, does this tartan actually carry the political tone that I've been lead to believe based on online research, or is it really a non issue (Think Bushmills vs Jameson whisky).

I'm not sure this kilt will even fit me these days, but I am very curious to know how folks in the UK feel about this tartan.