LOCAL residents and organisations aimed to draw attention to the climate impact of this week’s Scottish Open during an event in North Berwick yesterday (Wednesday).

North Berwick-based GEO Foundation for Sustainable Golf hosted an “educational beach walk” along West Beach to highlight the current state of East Lothian’s coastlines.

Starting out from the Scottish Seabird Centre at North Berwick Harbour, the event brought together children and families, as well as professional golfers Dan Bradbury and Stewart Cink.

The team found, gathered and removed numerous bags of predominantly mircoplastic waste, details of which will be tracked and analysed.

Jonathan Smith, founder and executive director of the non-profit GEO Foundation for Sustainable Golf, said: “This session has helped to shine a spotlight on the current state and impact of climate change on the coastline here in East Lothian, and indeed across Scotland.

“Golf’s relationship with the environment is unique and symbiotic, and indeed the game relies on the responsible stewardship of the natural resources and communities in which the game is played.

“There are a number of positive actions being taken throughout this week by the DP World Tour, PGA Tour and other stakeholders associated with the event, and we’ve been delighted to play our small part in raising awareness of the role golf can play in securing a responsible future for the game.”