Peter Brown (rugby player)

Peter Brown (born on December 16 1941) played No. 8 and lock for West of Scotland R.F.C. and Gala R.F.C., and captained Scotland 10 times in his 27 internationals (1964-73).

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December 16 - 1941 - West of Scotland R.F.C. - Gala R.F.C. - Scotland

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Peter is an independent member of Scottish Rugby's appeals panel and acts as a match and discipline commissioner for both the RBS Six Nations and the Heineken European Cup. He is the elder brother of the late Gordon Brown

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He was dubbed "the man on the coathanger" in his playing days because of his unusual gait. He kicked a few goals which was unusual for a forward, and his kicking style was ungainly if effective.

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Peter Brown was chairman of the Scottish Building Society from 1993-2003 and remains a non-executive director. Since 1975, he has been senior partner in Hogg Thorburn, chartered accountants, in Galashiels and is a non-executive director with Edinburgh Risk Management (General) Limited, insurance brokers.

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Scottish Building Society - Galashiels

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