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GLASGOW CONTINUES TO MOURN BIN LORRY CRASH VICTIMS, AS DRIVER IS RELEASED FROM HOSPITAL
Ross Swanson
The driver of the tragic bin lorry crash in Glasgow city centre has been discharged from hospital after two weeks of treatment. The 57-year-old council employee, who has not been named, left Glasgow’s Western Inirmary on Monday - a fortnight after the tragedy. Eyewitnesses said the driver appeared to have slumped over after falling ill at the wheel during the incident which claimed six lives. Jack Sweeney, Lorraine Sweeney, Erin McQuade, Jacqueline Morton, Stephenie Tait and Gillian Ewing were killed as a result of the crash. Police Scotland are currently investigating what caused the lorry driver to lose control of his vehicle and hit Christmas shoppers on Queen Street, before crashing into the side of a hotel. Police refused to say if the man had been questioned during their enquiries. Oficers are expected to complete their report on the incident for prosecutors by the end of January. Police said at the time of the incident that there was no suggestion that what happened was deliberate. Justice Secretary Michael Matheson said he expected the Crown Ofice to outline a timescale for any further investigation by the end of February. Two interim reports on the tragedy have already been submitted. A spokesman for Glasgow City Council said last month that the authority would ‘never release the names’ of the driver and other two individuals who were in the lorry’s cabin when the crash took place. Continued on page 4
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The ForTwo If there was ever a car built for the city, the Smart ForTwo is it. Now in it’s third generation the dinky two-seater has taken on a more mature image while also adopting all-new engines and technology. Despite the obvious compromises, the ForTwo asks buyers to make, over 1.6 million of them have been sold worldwide since the original car was introduced 16 years ago. he new Smart ForTwo is 110mm wider than it was before but critically, it remains the same length at 2.69m. A higher and soter bonnet makes for improved pedestrian protection and also gives the car a more conventional look, something that the ‘one-box’ design of the old model never managed. Under the skin the ForTwo uses a shortened version of the same chassis you’ll ind beneath the new Renault Twingo – a longer version is used for the 4-door ForFour. From launch there will be two petrol engines available, both of which sit over the rear axle. A 70bhp 1.0-litre and a 89bhp 900cc turbo will be followed by an entry-level 59bhp 1.0-litre engine in the coming months. Both engines promise fuel
economy in excess of 67mpg and CO2 emissions below 100g/km. An all-electric version will also arrive in 2016. Changes are widespread in the ForTwo cabin too. A completely new dash is made up of textured fabrics and features a new seven-inch loating infotainment screen. Heated seats, handy storage cubbies, a panoramic roof and cruise control are all available to buyers as well depending on their choice of Passion, Prime and Proxy trim levels.
Styling Smart ditched the ‘one-box’ design of the previous ForTwo when developing the new model. he bonnet is higher and soter, with the added width allowing the wheels to be pushed out into the corners, widening the stance and giving better road holding. he contrasting body colour scheme remains a trademark feature on the ForTwo, with the tridion safety cell available in three diferent colours. Add in the options for the body panels and front grille and buyers have 40 diferent colour combinations available. It’s just as colourful inside too, with bright fabrics on the dash and
seats depending on spec. In the cabin, a new dash and centre console design are far more upmarket than before but there are still some cheap looking plastics lurking around. he rev counter feels and looks limsy but the optional seveninch loating nav screen looks sharp and the menu system is easy to navigate.
Driving Huge developments beneath the surface make the ForTwo more engaging but still comfortable to drive. Smart has successfully addressed the two biggest issues with its city car: the ride and the reinement. he new chassis brings with it more sophisticated suspension – with some elements from the front axle being taken from the Mercedes C-Class
compact executive saloon– so the ForTwo is no longer troubled by slightly worn tarmac. It’s more cushioned and compliant on the move. he old robotized manual gearbox, which plagued the old model has now thankfully been ditched. In its place is a ive-speed manual or optional (£995) dual-clutch auto. When either gearbox is paired with the new 89bhp 1.0-litre engine, the driving dynamics are completely transformed over the previous model. he engine now thrums rather than wheezes and the gear change is far smoother, although a slightly sticky clutch can make getaways a little jerky. he turbo engine commands a premium of around £700 over the 70bhp 1.0-litre motor. It isn’t the most reined in its power delivery with a narrow power band meaning you have to be in the right gear at the right time in order to make progress. he rear engine and rear-wheel drive setup has been employed to maximize practicality rather performance. Around the city it’s incredibly nimble and the 6.95m turning circle is the smallest of any car on sale. It’s a huge beneit when you have to navigate tight city streets or make impromptu u-turns on narrow roads. Out of its comfort zone the ForTwo does struggle. Rivals at this price point are far more capable on quicker roads and more comfortable. Wind noise is excessive due to the slabsided body and the engine pulls almost 4,000rpm at 70mph.
Reliability Smart has invested a lot of time and money to ensure the compact ForTwo is as safe
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as possible. he new chassis means the little car is almost as safe as a Mercedes C-Class in the unfortunate event of a head on collision. Tech such as lane departure warning, forward collision warning and crosswind assist should also boost its chances of receiving the full ive-star EURO NCAP safety rating. he previous Smart ForTwo had a strong reliability record with one recall on the books that afected only 26 cars. As it’s designed mainly for urban use, the brakes and gearbox did have a tendency to wear out faster on the previous ForTwo than on cars covering a lot of motorway miles. here’s no word yet on how the new car performs in this regard.
Running Costs he new three-cylinder petrol engines make the ForTwo even cheaper to run than it was before. Opt for the more frugal 70bhp 1.0-litre naturally aspirated engine and Smart claims you can return up to 68.9mpg and 93g/km of CO2. he more powerful 89bhp 900cc turbo engine is around £700 more to buy and return igures of 67.3mpg and 97g/ km. A ive-speed gearbox is standard but the DCT auto is a £995 option, which will be available early next year. Prices start at £11,125 for entry-level Passion models with the 1.0-litre engine. Both Prime and Proxy spec cost a further £695, with the latter adding sports suspension and larger 16-inch alloy wheels.
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SCOTTISH EBOLA NURSE ‘CRITICAL BUT STABILISED’ CONDITION
Ross Swanson
The condition of a Scottish nurse diagnosed with Ebola ater returning from West Africa has stabilised, according to health secretary Jeremy Hunt. Speaking in the House of Commons earlier this week., the MP said that Pauline Caferkey was stable, but remained in a critical condition in London’s Royal Free Hospital. The 39-year-old NHS employee, from South Lanarkshire, was diagnosed with the killer virus in December ater returning to Glasgow from Sierra Leone, where she had been volunteering for the Save the Children charity. The health secretary added that tighter restrictions had been enforced around UK borders in an attempt to ensure no more cases of the virus enter the country unnoticed. He said on Monday January 5: “I have this morning spoken to Dr Mike Jacobs, an expert in infectious diseases who is leading the team of doctors and nurses caring for Pauline at the Royal Free. “As has been reported, Pauline’s condition has deteriorated to a critical state although she stabilised yesterday and continues to receive the best possible care.” Mr Hunt added: “She said in Sierra Leone that she hoped her loved ones would be proud of her. Well, she should know today the whole country is proud of her for her bravery and dedication to the service of others. “She stands, quite simply, for the very best of NHS values.” First Minister Nicola Sturgeon warned, during a statement to MSPs at Holyrood also this week, that there were likely “a small number of additional cases” of the virus which could hit the UK. Ms Sturgeon said: “By far the most
efective way of reducing the risk of Ebola in Scotland, and indeed in the rest of the UK, is to halt its spread in west Africa. “It is why we are so deeply grateful for the quiet heroism of Pauline Caferkey and many others like her, from Scotland, the rest of the UK and from many other countries, who make all of us safer by placing themselves at risk.
“They are not simply helping people in west Africa, although they are certainly doing that, they are also helping people right around the world. “We owe it to them, as well as to the wider public, to ensure that the measures we are taking to tackle Ebola here in Scotland are as good as they can be.” Ms Caferkey became the first person in the UK to be diagnosed with Ebola on British soil. Having been screened and cleared as she let Sierra Leone, and then again in Casablanca, Morocco, Caferkey arrived at Heathrow where she was once again screened and cleared to fly home to Scotland. Health secretary, Jeremy Hunt, said: “As her temperature was in the acceptable range she was cleared to fly home to Scotland. While still at Heathrow, a reassessment was triggered because of concerns she may have had an elevated temperature. She was reassessed and her temperature taken a further six times over 30 minutes. As her temperature was within the acceptable range, she was again cleared to travel.” However, once in Glasgow, Caferkey became feverish overnight and was admitted to an isolation unit at Glasgow’s Gartnavel Hospital on December 29. Ater testing positive for Ebola she was transferred to London Royal Free Hospital. Another British volunteer nurse, William Pooley, was treated in the unit ater his return home from Sierra Leone in August ater being diagnosed with Ebola. He was later cleared of the virus.
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NEW £89 MILLION TECHNOLOGY HUB FOR STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY ACADEMICS Émer O’Toole
Zone, designed to bring innovative businesses to Glasgow.
A new £89 million Strathclyde University research centre to engage academics and industry in areas such as energy, pharmaceuticals and engineering, is set to open in spring next year. The Technology and Innovation Centre (TIC) has been in the works for the past two years and is Strathclyde’s single largest investment in its research capacity, accommodating around 400 students and 250 staff.
nine is located The storey structure on George Street at the edge of Glasgow’s Merchant City and is part of the University’s campus. The aim of the building is to transform the way industry and the university engage and it forms the cornerstone of the new International Technological Renewable Energy
Construction giant Lend Lease was the contractor for the project which began in April 2012. Builders faced dificulties during construction as a ifteenth century Franciscan abbey had once stood on the site and the abbey’s well made the ground wet. Dr Steve Graham, executive director of the centre, explained: “There were terrible ground conditions when we were digging down, doing the excavation and laying the foundations. On the north east corner it was continually muddy.” However, the problem was resolved and the centre is now almost inished. It boasts cutting-edge research space including more than 100 laboratories as well as a transparent base which forms a shop window
for the research being carried out.
be Additionally, there will conference facilities and a café. Covering around 25,000 square metres of loorspace - equivalent to 100 tennis courts – the centre has attracted inancial international partners including SSE, ScottishPower and the Weir Group, as well as inancial backing from Scottish Enterprise, Funding Council the Scottish and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
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FUNERAL HELD FOR BIN LORRY CRASH VICTIM Around 800 people attended a funeral service earlier this week for primary school teacher, Stephenie Tait, who died when she was hit by the out-of-control council vehicle on 22 December. The 29-year-old, who was a teacher at St Philomena’s Primary School, was the last of the six people killed to be laid to rest. A private mass filled with friends and family led by Canon Peter McBride was held at Saint Thomas the Apostle Church in Riddrie, Glasgow. Canon McBride said:�All of us are still in a state of shock at the loss of
Stephenie and that sense of loss will continue for those closest to her for the rest of their lives.
“However, we also gather as a people of faith, inspired by Stephenie’s own faith- a personal witness which energised her to dedicate her short life to teaching children and directly helping them to understand and feel God’s personal love for each of them. “The very night before she was taken from us she gathered here with so many to reflect on the Christmas story at our annual carol concert which featured some of the children who are with us for this Mass and members of our deanery choir who are also here today.
“She brought order, organisation, good humour and a sense of calm into family life, her teaching career, her parish ministry, and into her friendships.
“Her attention to detail - especially personal grooming - is legendary, and she has let a legacy of fun and laughter combined with a strong determination to be all you can be. “She was a modern woman with strong principles and values she felt were worth handing on to others.� Canon McBride added: “Her dedication and service as a teacher and her ability to engage and inspire all of us with an intimacy we normally only associate with family or special
friends, is a blessing we shall cherish for the rest of our lives.�
Funerals for the other five victims have already taken place. A service for Erin McQuade, 18, and her grandparents Lorraine, 69, and Jack Sweeney, 68, was held at St Patrick’s RC Church in Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire last week. Services have also been held for Jacqueline Morton, 5w1, from Glasgow, and Gillian Ewing, 52, from Edinburgh. Two patients, a 14-year-old girl and a 64-year-old woman, remain in hospital and are said to be stable, following the crash on 22 December. Last month Glasgow City Council
launched a fund for those afected by the incident. The Lord Provost’s Queen Street Fund has received thousands of donations since being set up hours ater the tragic events on Queen Street. Lord Provost Sadie Docherty said: “We have had tremendous ofers of support already. Glaswegians started calling us to ofer donations almost as soon as this tragic incident happened. “That’s heart-warming but not surprising in a city which responds so well to tragedy.� Donations to The Lord Provost’s Queen Street Fund can be made at any bank using Sort Code 834400 and Account Number 10809775.
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LOCAL BAR RAISES FUNDS FOR SOUP KITCHEN A south-side bar recently staged a 14-hour Music
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and clothing to many homeless people.
Saturday 20 December Jayz Bar in Shawlands hosted a music-fest which featured bands such as Southside
The musical event, which proved popular with both regulars and shoppers, raised over £600 in cash. A number of bags filled with food and clothes were also donated. All funds and supplies raised at Jayz’ Musical Marathon will go to CLUB 170, a soup kitchen and food and clothing bank based at Queen’s Park Govanhill Parish Church. CLUB 170 was founded in 2003 in response to the increased number of people in the community in need of
awareness for the charity and ensures its clients continue to benefit from its services. David Smith, representative for CLUB 170, said: “Gary and the bands have done a tremendous job and should be really proud of their achievements. We are delighted so much has been raised for CLUB 170 and would like
The Music Marathon ran from 10am until 12am on
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Saturday, December 20th and was a non-stop busking
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age it really is heart breaking to think local people are
session with constant music.
Following the success of the Music Marathon, Jayz Bar will
relying on not just food banks but soup kitchens too. now act as a drop of point for the charity. Anyone wishing food and “This Christmas we really wanted to play our part in to donate are advised to drop non perishable clothing at Jayz Bar, 87 Kilmarnock Road, Shawlands. helping others and CLUB 170 was the obvious choice. It’s a fantastic local charity and its volunteers do a wonderful
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The famous Irn Bru bottles are now covered in 57 different tartan designs with shoppers able to buy a bottle with their own family tartan.
you’re 100% Scottish “Whether or just have a dash of ginger in your family tree, Bru’s Your Clan gives people the chance to check out their roots, sport their clan colours and make Irn-Bru their own.”
campaign The ‘Bru’s Your Clan’ covers over 11,000 different Scottish surnames, so chances are you’ll be home your own – even able to take to spend an hour if you have in the
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CITY LANDSCAPE RETURNS TO GLASGOW Ross Swanson An oil painting once thought to be lost forever, is to be hung in Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Museum – after being missing from the city for over a century. Paisley-born artist John Knox’s ‘Glasgow Fair’ is set to return thanks to Glasgow Museums, with the help of the Heritage Lottery Fund, and will be displayed at the gallery within weeks. The oil painting, created in 1832, depicts a colour landscape on Glasgow Green set between 1819-1822. It originally resurfaced in 2013 at auction, attributed to another artist, and erroneously thought to depict Aberdeen’s Duthie Park, before later being recognised as Knox’s lost masterpiece. The painting had belonged to a private collection in the US for decades prior to returning to Scotland.
Archie Graham, chair of Glasgow Life, which runs the museums service, said: “John Knox’s Glasgow Fair is a painting that belongs to Glasgow and we are delighted to welcome it home to the city. “The visually striking work has great relevance for the people of Glasgow as it was painted by a local artist, who lived in the city for most of his life. And it shows Glaswegians enjoying themselves at the Glasgow Fair, in the city’s oldest park.
likely to appeal to a broad audience, with viewers able to relate to many of the aspects Knox portrays. “It is a very grand landscape, complex in composition and astounding in the number of people and cross-section of society conveyed. There are the booths, sideshows and rides, together with over a thousand igures, bringing together rich and poor, the privileged, soldiers, street vendors and beggars.”
“I’ve no doubt it will be an immediate draw for our visitors. They can learn lots more about the painting and the artist through a programme of events and activities that will accompany its display at Kelvingrove.”
Colin McLean, head of the Heritage Lottery Fund in Scotland, added: “This painting is striking to look at and provides an important window into the social heritage of Glasgow. We are delighted to be able to provide our support for its acquisition and are sure that, given its new accessibility in Kelvingrove, it will be a source of great discovery and delight for people of all ages.”
A spokeswoman for the museums service said: “The painting’s incredible detail and social commentary is
John Knox’s Glasgow Fair will be on show at The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum from 2 February.
“It also helps us understand the historical importance of a holiday many of us still enjoy every July.
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POLICE SEEK INFORMATION SCOT’S LOTTO WIN STILL UNCLAIMED Ross Swanson AFTER HIT-AND-RUN Ross Swanson Police were this week appealing for information ater a 14-year-old boy was let injured ater a hitandrun in Newton Mearns Oficers say that the 14-yearold was struck when he was attempting to cross Ayr Road, near to its junction with Firwood Road, at around 8am on Monday 5 January. The driver of the car, which is described as a small, dark coloured 4x4, paused for a short time then drove of. The teenager was taken to the Glasgow Victoria Infirmary where he has received treatment for a broken wrist.
Sergeant Kirsten McLatchie said: “This is a highly populated area and at that time of the morning there would have been a lot of people and vehicles around. “I am appealing to anyone who may have been on their way to work, going to school or going to the local shops in the area to contact us with any information they may have. “We are in the process of checking CCTV images to gather additional information and are urging people to get in touch.” Anyone with information is asked to contact oficers at Gifnock Police Ofice via the nonemergency police number, 101.
A National Lottery prize of more than £3m has gone unclaimed from a winning ticket bought in Stirling. The search is now on to find the ticket’s owner who matched five numbers and the bonus ball in the in the Lotto Quadruple rollover draw on Wednesday 17 December, 2014. Five tickets shared a total of more than £15m, but one winner, who bought their ticket in the Stirling Council area, is yet to come forward. The unknown winner has until 15 June to claim their prize. A spokesman for the National
Lottery said: “We’re eager to find the mystery ticket-holder and unite them with their winnings - this prize could really make a huge diference to someone’s life.
matched all six numbers in the 17 December draw, five tickets which matched five numbers plus the bonus ball shared the prize pot of £15,311,360.
“We’re urging everyone who bought a Lotto ticket in this area to check their old tickets again or look anywhere a missing ticket could be hiding.
The winning numbers were 2, 19, 24, 33, 35 and 46, and the bonus ball was 12.
“Try checking in the pockets of clothing, in wallets, bags and down the back of the sofa – someone out there could literally be sitting on a fortune! We have the champagne on ice and our fingers crossed that the lucky winner comes forward to claim their win.” The Lotto draw can only roll over four times, so when no entry
If no-one comes forward with the winning ticket before the prize claim deadline, then the prizemoney, plus all the interest it has generated, will go to help National Lotteryfunded projects across the UK. Anyone who believes they have the winning ticket for any of the National Lottery draws within the 180-day deadline should call the National Lottery Line on 0845 910 0000.
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Ross Swanson Scots comic book writer Mark Millar reported seeing a UFO within the irst hour of 2015. The Kick-Ass scribe took to Twitter to tell fans about the mysterious sighting. In a series of tweets he said: “I know this sounds mental, but did anybody else see that huge glowing object over Glasgow last night around 1am? Only 1 mention online. “We thought it was a irework at irst but it never exploded & and just moved from South to North of city over 60 seconds. “The weird thing was it looked like a wingless plane lying sideways, a wide tube. Like a rolling pin. We all watched open-mouthed.” Fans suggested that the sighting was likely ireworks or Chinese lanterns, popular displays during
Hogmanay celebrations. Millar quickly dismissed the suggestions, adding: “This wasn’t a lantern. It went from Ayrshire to Campsies (about 40 miles) in 60 secs. Passed right over us & we ran to other side of house. “Note: I’m not saying this was a UFO. I think a test plane only explanation. Mach 9 is now possible after all. But odd to see. “This was bigger than a jumbo jet. Vast as it passed our place and then shot off as orange lare again.” Maybe it’ll give him an idea for a comic? That would kick-ass...
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West of Scotland Media | 9th January - 23rd January 2015
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What is dementia? Dementia describes diferent brain disorders that trigger a loss of brain function. These conditions are all usually progressive and eventually severe. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, afecting 62 per cent of those diagnosed. Other types of dementia include; vascular dementia afecting 17 per cent of those diagnosed, mixed dementia afecting 10 per cent of those diagnosed. Symptoms of dementia include memory loss, confusion and problems with speech and understanding. Dementia is a terminal condition.
Who is afected? By 2015 there will be 850,000 people with dementia in the UK, with numbers set to rise to over 1 million by 2025. This will soar to 2 million by 2051. 225,000 will develop dementia this year, that’s one every three minutes. 1 in 6 people over the age of 80 have dementia. 70 per cent of people in care homes have dementia or severe memory problems. There are over 40,000 people under 65 with dementia in the UK. More than 25,000 people from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups in the UK are afected.
How much does it cost? Two thirds of the cost of dementia is paid by people with dementia and their families. Unpaid carers supporting someone with dementia save the economy £11 billion a year. Dementia is one of the main causes of disability later in life, ahead of cancer, cardiovascular diseaseand stroke. As a country we spend much less on dementia than on these other conditions. How does the UK compare to other countries? There are an estimated 35.6 million people living with dementia and the numbers afected will double every 20 years, rising to 115.4 million in 2050. Another 7.7 million people will develop dementia around the world every year. What about treatments and research? There is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease or any other type of dementia. Delaying the onset of dementia by five years would halve the number of deaths from the condition, saving 30,000 lives a year. Dementia research is desperately underfunded. The government invests eight times less in dementia research than cancer research. In 2012/13, the UK spent £73.8 million on dementia research as opposed to £502.8 million on cancer research.
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ALZHEIMER SCOTLAND LADIES LUNCH The Alzheimer Scotland Ladies Lunch will be taking place on Sunday 12th April 2015 at The Alona Hotel, Strathclyde Park. Hosted by radio presenter Gina McKie, it will be an aternoon of live entertainment, delicious food, a glass of bubbly, and Sunday glamour. The Ladies Lunch is taking the stage in Lanarkshire for the first time this year. Previously held in central Glasgow, the lunch has moved to The Alona Hotel, Starthclyde Park – the first dementia friendly hotel in the area. The beautiful backdrop of Strathclyde Park will play host to what is set to be a brilliant aternoon of fundraising for Scotland’s leading dementia charity. Radio DJ Gina McKie will be hosting the aternoon of Sunday glamour and sharing aglass of bubbly (or two!) with the ladies. There will be on-site shopping on the day with beauty and jewellery stalls – a chance to shop without your other half! A No 7 beauty advisor will be on site ofering mini makeovers and advice, adding more glamour to your day. On the day there will be a chance to take part in a number of fundraising activities including a rafle and a silent auction. The Ladies Lunch is a successful fundraising event for Alzheimer Scotland and raises funds for our vital work in Glasgow, Lanarkshire and East Dunbartonshire. Within that region the money will fund: • A range of Dementia Café’s,
hosted by our local Dementia Advisors and Community Activity Organisers. • Local singing groups, Football Reminiscence Groups and Dining Clubs. • A monthly radio show on Sunny Govan Radio. • Alzheimer Scotland’s 24 hour Freephone Dementia Helpline (0808 808 3000) The Ladies Lunch is not just a vital fundraiser for Alzheimer Scotland; it also raises awareness of dementia in the local community. On the day, ladies will hear from Anne McWhinnie, the
Dementia Friends Programme Coordinator, who will lead a Dementia Friends session during the event. This will help everyone understand a bit more about dementia, and the little ways they can help. For more information on the Dementia Friends programme visit: http://www. dementiafriendsscotland.org/ If you are interested in attending the Alzheimer Scotland Ladies Lunch then please visit http://www.alzscot.org/ lunch to book your tickets, or email Laura Stockwell at lstockwell@alzscot.org for more information. Tickets are £45 each, and £450 for a table of 10.
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West of Scotland Media | 9th January - 23rd January 2015
THE BUTTERFLY AND THE PIG FLIES SOUTH Drake Wisemill A popular bar and restaurant will soon be landing in Glasgow’s Southside, restoring a late Edwardian venue to its true former glory. First established in Bath Street in 2005, The Butterly and the Pig is infamous for its shabby chic interior, quirky menus and specialised beers and ales. Its restaurant and bar offers a wide choice of traditional and hearty meals throughout the day and entertainment from a host of live bands in the evenings. A quirky tearoom also provides an array of world teas and selection of freshly made cakes and sandwiches.
and the Pig to the Southside and thrilled to be located in such an iconic building. I have no doubt our new bar and restaurant will be a welcomed addition to the great offerings currently available in the Southside.” Brian McMahon, Chairperson for Shawlands Business Association, added: “The arrival of The Butterly and the Pig at The Corona to Shawlands is fantastic news for the town and a great boost for the local economy. “Like many towns in Scotland we have felt the impact of the inancial downturn of the past few years. This investment plus the recent opening
of The Loch Fyne shellish Shop and Wokeway restaurant and takeaway in Shawlands clearly demonstrates a growing conidence in the area.
MAN HOSPITALISED AFTER NEW YEAR’S DAY ATTACK was a particularly viscous attack
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and as yet we have still to establish a motive.
“I wish Michele and his team every success in this new venture.” Built in 1912, The Corona was designed by Glasgow architect James H. Craigie. The building has many of its original features, which the new owners plan to restore following a £200,000 refurbishment programme. The Butterly and the Pig at The Corona is expected to open on Friday 30 January.
“We are currently viewing CCTV
Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted in a “viscous attack” on New Year’s Day. The 38-year-old man was walking in Arthurlie Street, Barrhead at around midday when he was approached from behind and repeatedly punched and kicked to the head and face, police say.
in the area and I’d like to speak to anyone who was in the vicinity of Arthurlie Street at midday on 1 January who either witnessed this attack or perhaps saw the culprit running off.” Anyone with information is asked to contact Pollok CID on 101.
The injured man was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley after a passer-by contacted emergency services.
The Butterly and the Pig will take up residency in the recently closed Corona Bar, a late Edwardian listed building situated in the heart of Shawlands’s town centre.
Hospital staff describe condition as stable.
his
The suspect is described as around 40 years old, 6ft 2 and was wearing a hooded jacket.
Michele Paglioacca, owner of the franchise, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be bringing The Butterly
Detective Constable Jacqui Carroll at Pollok CID said: “This
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GLASGOW MAN CHOOSES CHARITY OVER FESTIVE INDULGENCE IN CHRISTMAS FAST Ross Swanson While most of us are taking the irst painful steps towards shifting the additional weight we’ve put on over the festive period, Glasgow man Stevie Cossar should get a relatively care free month after completing a 48-hour fast over Christmas for charity. The 38-year-old sound engineer abstained from eating and drinking for the two day period between Christmas Eve and Boxing Day – raising over £3,000 for Glasgow Women’s Aid.
above my head, and suddenly realised I could turn this negative into a massive positive by doing something for a good cause. “I chose fasting for two reasons: the irst being that I have a bit of a gripe with the needless indulgences of Christmas consumption and secondly, I thought it might catch peoples’ eyes as something contrasting the feasting on their social media timelines.” Within hours of starting the festivefast, Stevie says that donators had already smashed his original £1000 target. The generosity of friends, friends of friends and complete strangers gave him the push he needed to complete the feat.
He explains: “Christmas Day was due to family and work timing - going to be spent on my own in the lat. I’ve had Christmases like that before and it’s just awful.
He said: “The irst 21 or so hours were ine and then, as people switched off their phones and tablets and sat down to eat, a lull became very apparent. I couldn’t distract myself. I started to feel a bit weird, as I hadn’t slept very well due to the adrenaline from the response by my pals and the kind messages of support from strangers.
“I woke up on the 23rd with a lightbulb
“Once the lull had passed, we were off
Rather than being a highly organised event, Stevie says the idea was a lot more impromptu.
and running again! My favourite thing to hear was that people were talking about the fast and the work of Glasgow Women’s Aid at the dinner table with their families and loads of donations were ‘whip rounds’ due to that.” After the monumental fast was completed, the Everything Audio desk wizard celebrated by heading out for dinner with a friend. Amazingly, the famished Stevie says he was unable to even inish his meal. He explained: “The irst bite came in the form of a wonderful burger from Chinaski’s. It was amazing but I couldn’t inish it and had to donate half of it and my chips to my dining partner, which is unlike me. Then when I nipped to the toilet she paid the bill on the ly. It was a lovely gesture, but I didn’t agree to it, so revenge for that is already planned! Hahaaaa!” The affable former barman says he is now planning on abstaining from food and drink next Christmas too, and is looking for a team of ten people to join him. He hopes to raise more awareness for
Glasgow Women’s Aid, a charity he feels strongly about. He added: “I chose GWA because I’m a irm believer in the undeniable fact that the true leaders of society are Women and young people. I’m amazed at the work the organisation does with the small funding they receive. I also feel that too few males have a supporting role in ending the abuse of Women, and I wanted to send a wee subliminal message, as a man, that we should be shoulder to shoulder in our efforts to redress the gender imbalance which allows women to be pushed into the darkest corners of society.”
Glasgow Women‘s Aid has been supporting women, children and young people who are experiencing Domestic Abuse for over 35 years. Anyone wishing to join Stevie in next year’s epic fast can contact him at steviecossar@gmail.com.
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West of Scotland Media | 9th January - 23rd January 2015
FRENCH SATIRE MAGAZINE ATTACKED BY TERRORISTS Ross Swanson
The world was in shock on Wednesday as terrorists attacked the ofices of a popular satirical magazine in Paris, leaving at least 12 people dead. Masked gunmen stormed the building of the controversial Charlie Hebdo publication and opened fire using AK-47s and pump-action shotguns, eyewitnesses say. At the time of writing, French police had confirmed that four of the magazine’s cartoonists, including editor Stéphane Charbonnier, were among the dead, with a further 12 people seriously injured. French media have named the three other cartoonists killed in the attack as Cabu, Tignous and Wolinski. The attack took place during the magazine’s daily editorial meeting. Witnesses said they heard the gunmen shouting “we have avenged the Prophet Muhammad,” in reference to the publication’s controversial political cartoons which have previously lampooned Islamic extremists. In 2011, the publication came under attack ater naming the Prophet Muhammad as its “editor-inchief.” Stéphane Charbonnier had received death threats in the past and was living under police protection.
The latest tweet on Charlie Hebdo’s account was a cartoon depicting the Islamic State militant group leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi with the words, “Best wishes, by the way. To you too, alBaghdadi,” while he says, “especially to your health.” It is unknown if the tweet has any connection to the attack, which apparently happened shortly ater being posted. A police spokesman, Emmanuel Quemener, said to the French media at the scene: “We have descriptions; our colleagues at the judicial police are in contact with the people who were present at the time of the event. These people will be interrogated, it involves a group of three hooded suspects with heavy weapons who fled the scene before they could be arrested. “Unfortunately they came across colleagues in police cars, on whom they opened fire. There were colleagues who retaliated. They [the suspects] succeeded in spite of everything to escape, currently they are actively trying to find them.” Several people quickly took to Twitter to condemn the terrorist attack. Prime Minister David Cameron called the attack an “appalling terrorist outrage” and said he felt “huge sympathy” for the families of those killed, adding: “We must never allow the values we hold dear, of democracy, of freedom of speech, to be damaged by these terrorists. We must stand against what they have done.”
US Secretary of State, John Kerry, said of the attack: “We stand with you in solidarity and in commitment both to the cause of confronting extremism and in the cause which the extremists fear so much and which has always united our two countries: freedom. “Free expression and a free press are core values. They are universal principles that can be attacked, but never eradicated.
Charlie Hebdo, which was published from 1970 to 1981 and again since 1992, was no stranger to controversy. In recent years, the most serious threats against the publication have come in response to its satire on Islam.
“Today’s murders are part of a large confrontation between civilisation itself, and those opposed to the civilised world.”
In November 2011, the newspa-
In a statement, the French journalists’ union Syndicat National des Journalistes said the attack represented attempts to “silence” the entire profession. “The massacre perpetrated against the editorial staf of Charlie Hebdo is a horror that strikes at us all. When journalists are killed, it is done to make an entire profession feel fear; it is done to silence. Attacking a newspaper is an attempt to muzzle the freedom of expression that exists in a democracy.” A Twitter campaign quickly began, using the hashtag #JeSuisCharlie (I Am Charlie), in an efort to show solidarity and pledge support for the magazine and to the victims of the attack. Twitter User @LibyaLiberty tweeted: “As a Muslim, I absolutely refuse to apologise for this terrorist act. But as a Muslim, I demand justice for the victims & say: #JeSuisCharlie”.
In 2006, it republished cartoons from Danish newspaper JyllandsPosten that had prompted largescale protests.
per’s Paris ofice was firebombed ater it published an issue jokingly “guest edited” by the Prophet Muhammad. Ater losing their ofices in the incident, Chambonnier said: “We are homeless and we have no way to put out the magazine. We hope this won’t be the last issue.”
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STOP THE PRESS FREE musical baby and toddler classes join the Funday Sunday programme at The Avenue Shopping Centre in Newton Mearns for the first time this Sunday 11th January.
Hartbeeps ofers an innovative developmental programme for babies and young children to complement and enhance every stage of a child’s early years from pre-birth to school. Michelle McCabe, Centre Manager at The Avenue, said: “Hartbeeps provides original and super fun, developmental baby and toddler classes for parents and their young children.
“All of the classes are set to a soundtrack of original songs, remixed nursery rhymes and lullabies. Hartbeeps takes you and your little one on a sound journey and bring the story to life, so come along this Funday Sunday between 11am and 4pm. Classes last 45 minutes and begin at 11am, 1pm and 3pm in the mall.
“We encourage all who want to attend our Hartbeeps classes to book their place in advance to avoid disappointment. You can book online via our onlin website at www.avenueshopping.co.uk.
The Avenue’s Funday Sunday schedule runs between 11am and 4pm every Sunday of the year. In addition to Hartbeeps, Funday Sunday’s rolling roster of activities includes: caricatures; face painting; crat workshops; children’s entertainer Uncle Billy and mall mascots Newton and Fearn. Visit The Avenue’s website to see which activity is on each week at www.avenueshopping.co.uk.
The Avenue Shopping Centre, owned by NewRiver Retail, ofers shoppers a warm and welcoming shopping experience conveniently located on the outskirts of Glasgow city centre.
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Bacon Roly Polies: This bacon roly polies recipe makes a great savoury treat or side. With rolling pastry, mixing a filling and lining a baking tray, there are plenty of tasks ready-made for children. You can experiment with diferent fillings for this roly 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/gas mark 4. Line a baking tray with parchment paper 2. Place the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Crumb the butter into the flour using your thumbs and forefingers. Mix in the milk until just combined ROOM FOR A LITTLE ONE Making dough is a simple task for children to help with. Let them crumb the butter and mix in the milk 3. Place onto a floured work surface and roll into a 1cm thick rectangle, trimming the edges of the dough if desired ROOM FOR A LITTLE ONE Rolling out the dough is another fun activity you and your children can do together. Add flour to the rolling pin if you find the dough sticking 4. Brush the dough with some of the melted butter then layer the bacon on top to cover the pastry, making sure to leave a 2cm edge free on one of the long sides of the dough 5. Mix the onion, cheeses, parsley and garlic together and spread over the bacon 6. Brush the gap at the edge of the dough with water then roll into a spiral, sealing the edge brushed with water to the body of the roll 7. Wrap the roll in cling film and refrigerate for 20 minutes 8. Slice the roll into 1.5cm slices and place, spiral side up, onto the baking tray. Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden. Serve warm
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WHAT NOT TO MISS...
Red Dwarf – Series 5, Episode 6 – Sunday 11 January, 20:40 – Dave Classic comedy - ‘Lister experiences romantic diiculties when he receives a letter from an exlover, and inds himself in a love triangle.’ Sci-i comedy, starring Craig Charles, Robert Llewellyn and Danny John-Jules. Red Dwarf is always at its inest when it jettisons the scii plots and concentrates on Lister’s sense of loneliness. Tonight, it’s got so bad that he now has two rival talking dispensing machines vying for his afections. So not only is he the last human being alive, but he’s also getting TLC from the units that provide his hot beverages. But if Lister’s not tipped over the edge by his ever-narrowing romantic options, maybe Cat’s attempt at charades will do the trick. It’s both excruciating and hilarious.
Take Me Out – Series 7, Episode 2 – Saturday 10 January, 20:05 – iTV1 Chocolate factory worker Peter, city slicker Liam, oil rig engineer Colin and gymnast Chris vie for the attentions of 30 single women, intent on capturing their interest and securing a date - but irst they must get the female participants to keep their lights on as a sign of approval. Host Paddy McGuinness monitors their progress and also reviews the dating action from last week’s couples on the Isle of Fernandos. Despite having a host with about as much genuine charisma as an old broken screwdriver, Take Me Out continues to be a worth guilty pleasure and great viewing.
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Celebrity Big Brother – Series 15, Episode ∞ Forever Until the End of Time – Channel 5 ‘The ly-on-the-wall fun begins once more as Emma Willis invites a fresh group of famous faces to move in together and have their every word and move recorded for the enjoyment of the viewing public. This time round, the famous residents will be taking part in their own fairy tale, although with Big Brother in charge, it is unlikely they are going to live happily ever after. The newly designed house has whimsical elements conjuring up a magical atmosphere full of possibility - but there are also hints that something more sinister is lurking. It’s to be hoped that BB fans don’t have anything else planned for the next three weeks.’ Series 15...series 15! of Celebrity Big Brother is on and chances are no-one has noticed. After glancing at this year’s ‘housemates’ I think I’d only ever heard of one or two. The nation’s favourite real life panto villain Katie Hopkins is there to no doubt say something so ofensive that Ofcom are going to have to man 10,000 more phonelines. Expect to see it on the news pretty soon. It’s almost a complete certainty that we’ll be met with footage of Keith Chegwin’s bare buttocks at some point too. Don’t say you weren’t warned. It would probably be far wiser to put the (Z-list) celebrities in their oversized shed for a few weeks and not bother turning the cameras on at all.
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