It is with much regret that Wellington Scottish Pipes & Drums advises of a theft from its band hall. Last September there was a break-in during the night. It was presumed that this was just kids, but now it has been discovered that things were in fact taken.

Last week the Pipe Major went to the band hall to set up one of the band's set of pipes for a new learner. When playing a tune the PM discovered to his dismay that the double high F had completely vanished. After playing some more he discovered that the double C and bubbly note had gone too. Not only were these doublings gone, but the birl was severely damaged during the theft to a degree whereby it may be beyond repair.

Fortunately it does not appear that the thief noticed the double E and throw on D, both of which were particularly good, as these remain intact on the instrument.

It is sad, and a great disappointment, that a community organisation should be the victim of this sort of crime. We only hope that the thief is unable to acquire a matching set of ornaments and an instrument upon which to play them.

Committee, Wellington Scottish Pipes & Drums.