Sorry - I knew it was Robert - why the fingers decided that Robin was better I do not know.

I suspect that the weather forecast is not swanky enough for the BBC to allow a bow tie - the dress code in the BBC is quite strict, and the hierarchy of presenters is rigid even now.

I expect that it would have been replaced with something more appropriate to see in the New Year, once the broadcast was finished.

As for the no belt with a waistcoat rule - whilst I am sure that it is correct and proper amongst those in the know, it might not be general knowledge for someone who only wears a kilt for high days and holidays.

I did notice that his expression was slightly mischievous, either he'd had a small libation beforehand or he knew something that we can only guess at.

Anne the Pleater