EXCITE first time parents Emma Geary and Ben Fox welcomed Scotland's first Christmas baby in Paisley.

Little Oliver Fox arrived at quarter to one this morning at Paisley's Royal Alexandra Hospital maternity unit. He weighed a healthy 7lb 3oz and mum and baby are both doing well.

Mum Emma, who is from Alexandria in West Dunbartonshire said: "We are over the moon to have our wee Christmas present.

"He is perfect and the best present we could have hoped for. We honestly can't wait to see who he becomes. We love you so much Ollie."

The team at the RAH said they were delighted to welcome the special delivery. 

Meanwhile, the Princess Royal maternity unit had welcomed eight babies earlier today.