James was initiated into the Lodge of Melrose St. John No. 1bis in October 2006 and became Master thereof in 2015 and again in 2016.  James has been an active supporter of Provincial Grand Lodge holding a number of elective offices and was pleased to accept a commission, becoming Substitute Provincial Grand Master under the leadership of Bro. John W. Blackie.  James is now the Depute Provincial Grand Master for the current Provincial Master, Bro. Andrew E. Forsyth, who will demit office on 12 June 2025 after a hugely successful 5 years.

James is very much appreciative of the support and guidance he has received from everyone throughout his Masonic journey and is very much looking forward to the challenges of leading the Province as well as his installation which will be on 16th August 2025 in Kelso.

Congratulations and well done Bro. James, all the best of luck.