Maurice Deighton of Kildonan, who was caught up in the recent unrest in the Gambia, has contacted the Banner to let everyone know that he is safe and will remain in the west African country as the situation has settled down in recent days.
Confirming that the Isle of Arran School in Sukata has escaped unscathed, he described his situation as ‘secure’ following the exit of the country’s former president Yahya Jammeh, who fled across the border.
Maurice said: ‘The situation has improved and although the shops are closed and there is no money available in ATM machines and banks, we will continue with the building works.