BBC NEWS | UK | Scotland | Tycoon honoured for philanthropy: "Tycoon honoured for philanthropy
Sir Tom Farmer used his fortune to help others
Scottish businessman Sir Tom Farmer has been awarded a prestigious international award for philanthropy.
The founder of the Kwik-Fit car repair business is one of six people who will receive the Andrew Carnegie Medal 2005.
The ceremony is due to take place at the Scottish Parliament on 4 October - the first time the awards will have been held outside the US.
The accolade is given to people deemed to have dedicated their private wealth to public good"
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