Families and loved ones reunite at airport ahead of Christmas

Emotions were running high as people shared special moments with family members who travelled from all across the globe.

Almost 200,000 people have passed through Edinburgh airport over the past few days and, amongst them, many have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of their loved ones.

Emotions were running high as people shared special moments with family members who travelled from all across the globe to the capital.

Many stood with placards waiting to welcome their loved ones home for Christmas.

Robin Blacklock and his daughter Martha were looking forward to welcoming Angus back to Scotland from his time studying abroad in Canada.

Many were stood waiting with placardsSTV News

After an emotional reunion Robin told STV News: “I wasn’t convinced he’d make it back for Christmas.

“He has had two delayed flights and he has not got a great record with travel.”

Angus and his sister Martha hug after a period studying abroadSTV News

Angus’ sister Martha added: “It feels exciting, we’ve been thinking about when he is coming home.

“It’s good to have him back.”

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