A woman who works in the lost property office of a bus company has been nominated for an unsung hero award for her efforts in reuniting owners with their missing items.
Prosthetic limbs, a living room carpet and even a box of maggots are just some of the wide variety of things Jean Scott has witnessed people leaving behind on First Glasgow buses over the years.
The 59-year-old's efforts have now been recognised by the transport industry as she was shortlisted in the UK Bus Awards.
In total, 97 finalists have been selected from more than 250 entries across 19 categories and winners will be presented with their awards at a ceremony next week.
The event aims to puts the spotlight on the achievements of the people and companies involved in running bus services.
Earlier this year, Ms Scott, who has worked for more than 37 years in the bus industry, starred in a television documentary which offered an exclusive look behind the scenes of First Glasgow's lost property office.
She said: "You wouldn't believe what I've seen over the years.
"I remember when I opened a fisherman's bag and discovered tubs of worms which I later released in the park. Once we even managed to return a lost suitcase to Australia.
"Being nominated for this award is very humbling, I just love doing my job and I get great satisfaction returning as many lost belongings to our customers as I possibly can."
Fiona Kerr, managing director for First Glasgow, said: "We're delighted that Jean has been shortlisted for this prestigious award. It's clear recognition of her hard work and dedication to reuniting our customers with their lost property items."
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