Big Burns Supper line up announced

The line up for next year's Big Burns Supper in Dumfries has been announced.

The three day event will feature acts like Big Country, Fred McCaulay and Mull Historical Society.

Big Burns Supper is a celebration of contemporary Scotland and its national Bard, and runs from the 24 - 26 of January.

Fiona McIlwraith reports:

Scotland's national bard got a make-over this morning. A tartan make-over.

The Burns statue in Dumfries is now wearing a tartan specifically designed for the Big Burns Supper 2014.

Acts performing at the event in January were also announced today.

Big Country will be among the highlights at the three day event, which will also see Fred McCauley and Spanish born singer Buika performing.

It's the third year that the festival has been running

The line up for next years Big Burns Supper in Dumfries has been announced.

It includes Big Country and Fred McCauley along with the Mull Historical Society. The event will take place over three days starting on the 24 January