STAFF at North Ayrshire Council were looking a little bit purple when the Irvine Times photographer popped in.

North Ayrshire Provost Joan Sturgeon and her staff were joining in the fun for Wear it Purple Day, all in aid of the Ayrshire Hospice.

Staff and guests to the office were treated to some delicious homebaking and some fun purple face painting.

Photographer Charlie Gilmour joined in the fun and took this picture.