THE motorcyclist killed in a crash on Monday has been named as 45-year-old Stuart Wishart from Edinburgh.

Mr Wishart died following a collision with a tractor and trailer near Clovenfords on the A72 at around 7.20pm.

The tractor was towing a trailer and had been crossing the roadway near the entrance of Caddonlee Farm when it collided with Mr Wishart's Kawasaki.

His family have today issued the following tribute through Police Scotland: “Stuart's family and friends are devastated at our loss.

"The support we have had since the accident is very much appreciated and has been a comfort.”

Police are continuing to appeal for any witnesses to come forward.

PC Paul Aitchison said: “This is a very difficult time for Stuart’s family and friends and our condolences are with them.

“Our enquiries continue and I’d urge anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or seen either vehicle shortly beforehand, to get in touch.

“I also want to thank the local community for their patience while road closures were in place and investigations conducted at the scene.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.