Fined £160 for spitting in the street

[fred]

Arthur.. I seem to remember that there is a circle in an Edinburgh pavement somewhere where its not only legal to spit but positively encouraged!! I remember that from a school trip in the 70`s..
Ring any bells?

[jake]

Arthur.. I seem to remember that there is a circle in an Edinburgh pavement somewhere where its not only legal to spit but positively encouraged!! I remember that from a school trip in the 70`s..
Ring any bells?

Good memory Fred!

The circle is the Heart of the Midlothian on the Royal Mile. The original reason for spitting on the stone was to show disrespect for the local rulers and their capital punishment. Most people nowadays spit on the stone because it is supposed to bring you good luck. Not me!

Hibs supporters spit on the stone for another reason!