A life-saving 11-year-old, a lorry driver who prevented a family from drowning and rugby legend Doddie Weir are among those being honoured at the inaugural Pride of Scotland Awards.
Others being recognised include the entire community of the Isle of Bute and the founder of an international network of cancer care centres.
More than 50 famous faces are taking part in the awards show – being broadcast on December 31 – including a member of the royal family, Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and tennis star Sir Andy Murray.
Dame Laura Lee with Camilla, Duchess of Rothesay (Pride of Scotland Awards/PA)
Singers Sir Rod Stewart and Rita Ora will also feature, as well as Biffy Clyro frontman Simon Neil and The Vamps.