Happy New Year 2024 as Scotland celebrates Hogmanay

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Happy New Year from everyone at the Daily Record and Sunday Mail. We hope 2024 brings you all lots of treasured moments and lasting memories.And as always, we hope the hangovers aren't too severe after the nation brought in the bells in style.Among them were thousands of excited revellers gathered in the heart of Scotland's capital to wave goodbye to 2023.Despite facing chilly weather conditions, the massive crowd in Edinburgh cheered and counted down before the clock struck midnight on December 31.Marking the 30th anniversary of the capital’s Hogmanay celebrations, 1990s Britpop legends Pulp serenaded event-goers before a spectacular fireworks display above the castle.An estimated 50,000 people packed onto Princes Street for the world-famous street party.Cammy Day, leader of City of Edinburgh Council, said: “I’m sure I speak for the whole city when I say how excited I am for the 30th anniversary edition of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay. Join the Daily Record's WhatsApp community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. “From the incredible torchlight procession through to Pulp seeing us into 2024, and so much more, we’re really fortunate to have such excellent events on offer for our residents and visitors.“Not only is Hogmanay an Edinburgh institution but it is also a major contributor to our city’s economy, providing jobs and commercial opportunities for our local residents and businesses.“This is a time where we can celebrate the best of our city as one year closes and look ahead with pride and positivity to the next.“I want to thank the organisers, our partners and of course council colleagues who have worked tirelessly on this event and will continue to in the coming days.“I wish everyone in the