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NHS ROYSTON REGENERATION TALKS SUMMER TIPS ONLINE WITH the start of the school summer break, people in Scotland are being urged to prepare ahead to ensure they have a safe and healthy holiday, whether at home or abroad.

Scotland’s national telehealth and telecare service, NHS 24, is advising people to visit www.nhsinform.co.uk to get helpful tips and advice on summer holiday health issues, from sunburn and stings to travel sickness and heat exhaustion.

A dedicated ‘Safe Summer in Scotland’ section provides advice on how to stay safe in the heat and sun, as well as information on how to avoid outdoor hazards, travel tips and the safe preparation of food.

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ON Tuesday afternoon Bob Doris, SNP MSP for Glasgow was joined in the Scottish Parliament by community representatives from Royston after securing a debate on the area’s regeneration.

Bob’s debate on regenerating the area was responded to by Margaret Burgess, Minister for Housing and Welfare.

The motion praised various local organisations including the Rosemount Development Trust, Royston Youth Action and Spireview Housing Association who all are celebrating 25 years of working in the area.

Several other groups also making a valued contribution were recognised - including Blochairn Housing Association, Royston Corridor Homes and Toonspeak Young People’s Theatre.

The debate focused on doing more to drive regeneration and praised the formation of a new community led Royston Strategy Group and urged the Council to consider carefully any recommendations which may follow in the months ahead.

The group has already discussed the need for a new community facility and the better use of land in the area.

Mr Doris stressed that the Council must prioritise Royston in the years ahead not just in terms of its own investment priorities but also when applying for Scottish Government cash such as the Regeneration Fund, which asks Councils to rank by priority any bids made.

Speaking at Holyrood, Bob said “It was a privilege to lead the debate on Royston Regeneration and recognise the excellent work that has taken place over the years in the community by local groups such as the Rosemount Development Trust, Royston Youth Action and local housing associations.

“Together they show the vital role that good quality housing plays in communities, but just as importantly they realise that communities are far more than bricks and mortar.

I am confident that the newly formed and community led

Royston Strategy Group will make significant recommendations for regeneration.

Already suggestions about new community facilities, transport links and availability of fresh food have been raised.

“There are excellent examples in north Glasgow of the Scottish Government backing regeneration activity when the Council give it a high priority.

“Over the years I was proud to play my part in securing over £1m each for projects such as the renovation of Maryhill Burgh Halls, the community centre in Cadder and the recently opened Paddlesports Centre at Pinkston – but there is more that I want to see happen.

“If this area is given the priority it deserves in the years to come, considerable progress can be made on the regeneration of Royston and I am sure partnership work between Glasgow City Council and the Scottish Government to deliver on the community’s priorities can bring great results in the years ahead.”

ATHLETE VISITS DENNISTOUN SCHOOLS

LYNSEY Sharp, 800m runner and Dell Athlete Ambassador, took time out of her intense training program for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games to visit local primary schools in the East End of Glasgow on Wednesday 18th June as part of Dell’s community outreach program.

As the Official IT Hardware and Data Centre Solutions Sponsor for the Glasgow 2014 Games, Dell is focused on sharing the journey to the Games with the local community in the East End of Glasgow.

Lynsey spent a lively two hours with the children of Alexandra Parade Primary visiting all the classes from P1 right through to P7.

The children were delighted to have the opportunity to meet and ask her their questions which ranged from training programs and hopes for the Glasgow 2014 Games through to her miniature poodle’s name and if she was faster than Usain Bolt.

Lynsey managed the variety of questions with ease and grace, making a point of stressing the importance of a good diet and exercise.

With the Glasgow sun making an appearance, Lynsey and

a group of volunteers from Dell then went onto support a Golfhill Primary School Sports Day. Lynsey encouraged the children at each of the sport stations including penalty shoot outs, hurdles, hockey, trampoline, and skipping.

Each school year then competed in the sprint, sack, and ring races across the pitch with Lynsey awarding the medals at the end.

Lorraine Dougan, Golfhill Primary Head Teacher said: “It was a wonderful day which encouraged all the school to take part in a healthy and active lifestyle.

Lynsey Sharp and the Dell volunteers were a great help with our School Sports Day. Lynsey is fantastic athlete and an inspiration to everyone associated with Golfhill Primary School.”

Lynsey has just returned from Hengelo where she ran a new personal best of sub 2 minutes for the first time.

Lynsey is in great shape and feeling very positive about the Games.

The children of Alexandra Parade Primary School and Golfhill Primary School will join Dell in cheering on Lynsey in the summer #teamdell.

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GENN NEW COMMUNITY SAFETY APP COMMUNITY Safety Glasgow today announced the launch of a new interactive Website and free App called ‘It’s your Community’.

The site enables residents of the Calton Multi Member Ward, which includes communities of Calton, Parkhead, Dalmarnock and Bridgeton the opportunity to report issues that affect them in their everyday lives from antisocial behaviour to environmental issues.

The options within the website don’t just stop at reporting but also gives the additional comfort of support from various local organisations.

Residents accessing the site have the option to report anonymously or by providing their contact details, have a face to face meeting with the organisation dealing with their issue.

The website and app can be accessed anywhere.

Glasgow Life will use the website as part of their ICT learning model within the Olympia Library in Bridgeton.

Local Volunteers from the Ripple Group and Glasgow Council on Alcohol will be visiting schools as part of next terms education inputs in the area, with a view to encouraging Secondary School pupils to download the free app.

The funding for this project was from the ADP (Alcohol and Drugs Partnership) through the GRAND funding process, and once proof of concept has been determined, there is potential for the ‘It’s Your Community’ website and app to be rolled out into other communities across Glasgow.

The success of this project lies with communities using it, and partner organisations and community groups contributing to it.

This is a Community based, community led and community driven project.

The design and build of this website and app was developed in conjunction with the local community and key agencies.

The website can be accessed by visiting www.yourcommunity.org. uk<http://www.yourcommunity. org.uk> and the app can be downloaded free via android and apple on mobile phones.

Digital partnership helps thousands BARRAS GOODS SEIZURE of people to get online for free A STATE-OF-THE-ART digital learning centre which provides free internet access is helping people into work and further education.

The new computer learning centre at the Maryhill Hub in Glasgow is the latest ‘Click & Connect’ facility to open thanks to a partnership between Wheatley Group and Glasgow Kelvin College.

Patricia Ferguson MSP officially opened the computer facility which is the first Click & Connect centre to be opened within a Cube Housing Association community.

The MSP also marked the signing of a five-year agreement between Glasgow’s newest college and Wheatley Group – which includes Cube – which will see more digital centres open across the central belt.

The partnership will support 30 new or upgraded centres, providing free internet access and learning support to more than 8,500 people within Wheatley Group communities over the next five years.

Click & Connect centres provide free computer facilities and digital classes in some of Scotland’s poorest communities.

People can get advice on how to access job sites, create a CV, get online shopping discounts, keep up to date with the welfare reform changes and how to fill in online housing and benefit forms.

Patricia Ferguson MSP said: “This is an excellent project and, hopefully, the first of many to be established by the partners.

It will help give renewed confidence to people in Maryhill and help them gain new skills. It will also provide free internet access to users, which is particularly important now that so many benefits require claimants to apply online.”

Cube tenant Bob Couper added: “I’ve lived in Maryhill for just over two years and I used The Hub as a focal point for settling into the community

and meeting my neighbours.

The Click & Connect centre is a resource to be proud of.”

Wheatley Group Director of Resources, Elaine Melrose, said: “We want to do everything we can to help people in our communities get online.

The UK Government’s welfare reform changes mean it’s never been more important for people to have free internet access on their doorstep.

“Glasgow has one of the lowest levels of broadband uptake in the whole of the UK. Centres such as this one in the heart of Cube’s community provides a lifeline service which can help people into work, go onto further education and enjoy money-saving benefits.

This new partnership will allow us to help even more people in our communities benefit from being online.”

The new ‘John Wheatley Learning Network’ partnership builds on an earlier agreement between GHA and John Wheatley College which ran in the East of Glasgow.

It will extend the scheme to create centres within Wheatley Group communities across the central belt.

Glasgow Kelvin College’s Principal, Alan Sherry added: “We are delighted to have the opportunity to build on our hugely successful partnership with Wheatley Group by expanding access to high-quality

community-based learning and resources for the residents of Maryhill, West Glasgow and beyond.

“The Click & Connect initiative and the Maryhill Hub will support local people by equipping them with relevant skills and encouraging them to engage fully with their communities, build capacity and create a learning culture for themselves and their families.

Key to the success of this initiative is the spirit of partnership.

Glasgow Kelvin College looks forward to the future and the continued development of the John Wheatley Learning Network.”

The Click & Connect centre at Maryhill Hub is the 23rd new or refurbished facility – and the first within a Cube community.

Wheatley Group also includes GHA, West Lothian Housing Partnership and Loretto Housing.

Awards will also be given to six students who make the most progress and overcome significant educational barriers.

As part of the new partnership, the college will offer two internships for tenants who live within Wheatley Group homes.

Wheatley will also provide an opportunity for a graduate to join its Modern Apprenticeship programme.

POLICE Scotland has seen taken enormous steps in countering illicit trade, especially in the Barrowlands where the buying and selling of counterfeit items has been rife for many years, has caused the Barras reputation to slide and has stifled the business of legitimate traders.

Having noticed this, the police began a series of enforcement days between October and December in an attempt to uproot traders operating outwith the law.

This process has proved to be extremely effective, and since targeting sellers but also importers and producers, over seven million pounds worth of fake goods including a variety of clothing items, digital media including DVDs and CDs - and even cigarettes.

While this is something that is certainly a massive boost for the police force and for traders, Chief Inspector David Pettigrew is keen to stress that whilst buy-

ing cheap, counterfeit products may seem to be harmless, this is not at all the case, as it can lead to some very morally wrong outcomes: “It might seem like you’re getting a bargain, it might be cheap it can be very detrimental in other ways, and it can have a knock on effect.

Most of these businesses are linked to the drug trade, human trafficking and prostitution”.

Normally when goods like these are seized, the items in question are destroyed, but this has changed in recent times, as these clothes have now been able to be handed over to charities to be distributed to poor African nations.

The brainchild of police chaplain Neil Galbraith (also behind charity Glasgow: The Caring City), it means that £350,000 worth of ersatz goods are now being put to good use in countries in dire need of any clothing they can be afforded.

One in seven parents has found unsuitable content on their child’s mobile device THE number one concern is the possibility of children talking to complete strangers online, with the chance of them being bullied BullGuard released results from a survey of 2,000 parents about their child’s online safety Responses from 2000 parents of 7-14 year olds indicate that many parents find it difficult to safeguard youngsters against the “darker” side of the internet, with one in seven finding unsuitable content on their child’s smartphone or tablet.

83% of parents admit the responsibility to protect their children lies with them, but with the average British child now getting their own personal mobile phone at the age of eight, a potential wealth of information is being placed in the hands of a young and inquisitive mind.

The number one concern is the possibility of children talking to complete strangers online, with the chance of them being bullied, becoming

distracted by schoolwork and becoming too absorbed by online activities also placed high on the list.

At such a peer-influenced age it’s not surprising that 36% of parents think their child gets together with friends and searches for inappropriate terms or images and 18% put the source of this content largely down to children simply googling things they don’t understand.

72% would prefer that a child talks to them rather than search online for answers, with just a rather embarrassed one in ten admitting that they would rather their kids seek advice online to save them from having to answer awkward questions.

Most parents are taking a proactive stance in attempting to control online activity, with 54% speaking regularly to their children about the potential dangers of the internet, but 70% take the pragmatic view that a child’s natural curiosity may make it difficult to stay one step ahead.

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Clydesdale Bank Recognises Community Spirit in Glasgow THREE community groups in Glasgow have each been awarded a funding boost of £5,000 through the Clydesdale Bank Spirit of the Community Awards to recognise the important role they play in the local community.

The Spirit of the Community Awards announced the substantial donations to voluntary groups at an awards ceremony in Glasgow to recognise the charities and not-for-profit organisations which are going the extra mile.

In total, twelve community groups across Scotland were selected to share funding of £75,000 to make a real difference in their local areas including Possibilities for Each & Every Kid (PEEK) Ltd, Positive Action in Housing Ltd and Shelter Scotland, to support projects in Glasgow.

PEEK operates in the North and East of Glasgow, offering a number of activities including street play and holiday clubs.

The charity has been awarded £5,000 to support its PEEKO programme which seeks to raise awareness of living in a more eco-friendly way, through the creation of a Recycle Bin family, walking trails and informative family events focusing on clothes and toy swaps and energy efficiency.

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Action in Housing Ltd offers advice, information and practical support to people from new migrant, refugee and ethnic communities. The charity has been awarded £5,000 to run multi-lingual financial literacy workshops covering personal finances, budgeting, saving, utility payments, bank accounts and general tax code information.

Shelter Scotland which works to alleviate the distress caused by homelessness and bad housing has been awarded £5,000 to support its money and debt advice service which supports ‘at risk’ clients in Glasgow and aims to reduce the level of housing debt, rent arrears and homelessness through the provision of comprehensive financial advice, representation and educational services.

Now in their second year, the awards were open to a range of organisations across the third sector which could demonstrate their support for the local community. Groups were invited to enter the awards scheme under one of three categories; education, employability and environment.

An overall winning group has been selected in each category securing £10,000 of funding, along with three highly commended winners that were each

awarded £5,000.

Clydesdale Bank’s sister organisation, Yorkshire Bank, has also announced 12 successful recipients of £75,000 as part of the Spirit of the Community Awards initiative. This brings the total funds awarded to 24 community groups up and down the country to £150,000.

For further information about Clydesdale and Yorkshire Bank Foundation’s Spirit of the Community Awards, please visit www.cbonline.co.uk/foundation The Clydesdale Bank Spirit of the Community Award Winners are: Education category • Citizens Advice Bureau Coatbridge • Positive Action in Housing Ltd • Deaf Action • Shelter Scotland Employability category • Citizens Advice Bureau Western Isles • Amina – the Muslim Women’s Resource Centre • North East Sensory Services (NESS) • Poppyscotland Environment category • Impact Arts (Projects) Ltd • Possibilities for Each and Every Kid (PEEK) Ltd • Scottish Seabird Centre • Kilsyth Community Market Garden t/a Kelvin Valley Honey

EASTBANK PRIMARY TAKES TOP CITIZENSHIP TITLE EASTBANK Primary School in Shettleston, Glasgow, has been awarded the Trades House of Glasgow Citizenship Award 2014 in recognition of the great work it has achieved by engaging its pupils in school, local and wider community projects.

Now in its 15th year, the award encourages and rewards good citizenship in pre-5, primary, secondary and special needs schools across the city.

It is supported by Glasgow City Council Education Department.

“The children were thrilled to receive such prestigious recognition from the Trades House of Glasgow,” said Gayle Minnis, head teacher at Eastbank Primary.

“When I arrived in school following the announcement I had a large welcome party waiting to greet me - or should I say collect the beautiful Citizenship plaque, which was paraded around our playground by some very happy pupils!

“At Eastbank we very much see ourselves as a family unit, working together to follow our shared school values and make

a positive impact on our school, our families, our local area, our nation and our world.

I am delighted that the Eastbank team’s enthusiasm and commitment has been recognised in this way.

We are all as proud as punch!”

Commenting on the award, Deacon Convener of the Trades of Glasgow Hamish Brodie said: “We are delighted that our initiative continues to directly encourage and develop what is such an important part of the school curriculum.

We believe citizenship is fundamental in preparing young people well for the future, by helping them connect with the realities of everyday life and the need for values and respect for others.

“Our judges looked carefully at the contributions each school makes to the life of its local community, and we chose the winner after hearing presentations from pupils representing each of the eight finalists.

While Eastbank Primary School has demonstrated citi-

zenship at its very best, I would like to congratulate all our finalists for such a high calibre of entries this year.”

The Eastbank pupils who presented to the judges included characters Rebecca Responsibility, Robin Respect, Harry Honesty and Fiona Fairness.

Eastbank beat stiff competition from seven other finalists - St Timothy’s Primary School, Our Lady of the Annunciation Primary School, Kelvindale Primary, John Paul Academy, Hyndland Secondary, Abercorn Secondary and Hillpark Secondary.

The judging panel included senior members of the Trades House and Glasgow City Council Education Department.

As well as the special Citizenship plaque awarded to the winning school, the judges also make commendations.

Hamish Brodie will visit Eastbank Primary School later this month along with Trades House of Glasgow Collector Ruth Maltman, to officially present the Citizenship plaque and meet pupils, the head teacher and staff.

Proudly holding the Citizenship plaque with Gayle Minnis (back left), head teacher at Eastbank Primary, Deacon Convener Hamish Brodie and Fiona Haggarty (back right), Depute Head Teacher are (from left): Jay McCarthy, Abbie Marsden (Rebecca Responsibility), Holli-Emma McIntosh (Robin Respect), Ciara Cairney, Dylan Lockhart, Alexzander Marzouk, David Ralston (Harry Honesty) and Olivia Ralston (Fiona Fairness).

L-R – Melodie Crumlin at Possibilities for Each and Every Kid, Cheryl-Ann Cruickshank at Shelter Scotland, Kirsty Forsyth at Possibilities for Each and Every Kid, Colette Aitchison at Shelter Scotland, Sraboni Bhattacharya at Positive Action in Housing Ltd, Mary Chau at Positive Action in Housing Ltd and David Thorburn, Chief Executive of Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks

ST ROCH’S FUN DAY ST ROCH’S Childcare Service is a Royston based non-profit organisation that provides care for youngsters from six weeks to 16 years.

The service is open all year round from 8am until 6pm and offers full and sessional day care for children.

Starting in 1999, the organisation has since moved onto its current premises on Charles St in 2009.

On Saturday June the 14th, St Roch’s hosted a fun day to help bolster funds and to open up more opportunities for those who attend the care service, including summer programmes and a variety of trips, as well as continuing to fund the upkeep of the service itself.

The fun day was a mix of

stalls run by parents including bake sales and and charity stalls, including The Concrete Garden - a community space designed for Possilpark locals to be able to grow food for themselves on reclaimed industrial land and Toonspeak - a theatre group that provides free workshops and other projects and activities for young people aged eleven and over.

The day went well for all involved, and Child Development Officer Claire Hendry concluded: “Thank you to all staff, children and parents involved in making our day successful”.

If you are interested in getting your child involved in the childcare service, 0141 564 3020

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SALON 1873 PROM QUEEN WE teamed up with Salon 1873, Maryhill Road for a competition to find their Prom Queen 2014 (issue 126).

The lucky winner was a delighted Jillian Quinn of John

Paul Secondary School.

Jillian received a full beauty treatment and said “Thank you to the lovely ladies at salon 1873, for making me look & feel fabulous for my prom!”

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A FIVE STAR SERVICE! SHELTERED housing provided by Thenue Housing in Glasgow’s east end has been given a glowing endorsement in a wide-ranging inspection.

The housing association scored very highly on a range of issues examined by the Care Inspectorate which made an unannounced visit to Thenue’s two developments in Calton and Bridgeton.

Thenue gained “very good” grades by being awarded a score of FIVE in three key areas of its sheltered housing provision namely: Quality of care and support Quality of staffing Qualify of management and leadership Interestingly, the two developments in Tureen Street, Calton and MacKeith Street, Bridgeton have been routinely inspected three times since 2009 and on ALL THREE occasions have been awarded a “very good” grading reflecting a consistently high level of performance.

£2.5 Million funding to help meet cancer waiting time targets COMMENTING on the latest cancer waiting times targets which have again been missed and the Scottish Government’s announcement of £2.5million to go towards meeting targets, Scottish Labour’s health spokesman Neil Findlay, said: “It’s bitterly disappointing that once again these crucial targets are not being met.

A cancer diagnosis is one of the worst things a person and their family can go through and it’s appalling that the average start time for treatment for Scots diagnosed with cancer is 39 days.

“Nine out of the 14 health boards are missing the 62 day target and that is simply not good enough.

Additional funding is welcome but I am hugely concerned that the £2.5million announced, by the Health Secretary Alex Neil, is not nearly enough to address this issue.

“In March Alex Neil said that support squads would be sent in to improve performance in hospitals treating cancer patients, yet the latest figures are actually worse than before.

He must do more than give token gestures; the reality is that these targets are about real people and his failure to act is causing huge distress to thousands of people across Scotland.

More must be done.”

Sixty seven tenants live at the Calton development while another 61 live in Bridgeton The maximum grade which could have been awarded by the Care Inspectorate is six.

Thenue said the verdict was “terrific” and confirmed the high level of service offered to tenants benefiting from its sheltered housing service also known as its “supported housing service.”

Charlie Turner, Chief Executive of Thenue, said: “We are delighted with the result of our inspection by the Care Inspectorate.

Everything we do is geared towards delivering the highest level of service to our tenants.

“We are particularly delighted with remarks made to the Inspectors by the tenants themselves.

“The inspection report is reassuring to our tenants who know that they are receiving a service of such a high quality and it is of course a great pat on the back for our staff who

deliver the service and we will strive to ensure that our next inspection proves to be just as successful.”

Part of the inspection process involved asking tenants for their views and one said: “It can’t be faulted” while another added: “We are completely satisfied with the service we receive.”

In its formal inspection report the Care Inspectorate said: “The service has very good systems in place for involving tenants and staff and responding to their views and concerns.

People who use the service tell us they value the service highly, are asked about their experiences of the service and have a say about how it is delivered.

“Tenants say they are very satisfied with the quality of support they receive and put this down to a committed workforce which makes sure the service meets their expectations and wishes.”

LOCAL WEDDING BUSINESSES OFFERED FREE NEW MARKETING PLATFORM GREAT feedback is free PR for any company, so one new company is offering a new way for Glasgow businesses to harness this power.

Guide To Be, launched by Glaswegian businesswoman Eve Brill, is the first independent UK site dedicated to user reviews of wedding suppliers.

She is urging wedding suppliers in the city to register for free and encourage their customers to leave reviews, so they can gather all their positive feedback in one place and use it to drive future business.

“Couples just want to know if the supplier they’re considering is reliable and good value for money – Guide To Be will give them that information because it comes straight from previous customers.” Eve said.

“Venues, photographers, florists, boutiques – they will all benefit from the word-ofmouth marketing the Guide To Be platform offers them.”

The more reviews companies have, the better their visibility on the site. Companies can also upgrade to a cost-effective business package in order to add more features to their page, like social media integration and the ability to respond to reviews.

Since launching a few months ago, Guide To Be has already gathered over 150 reviews from brides.

The site ran a competition to win a luxury weekend at Turnberry resort as an incentive to encourage brides to leave re-

views and announced Sarah Crystal from London as the lucky winner, to coincide with Twitter’s #WeddingWednesday.

Sarah said she couldn’t wait to enjoy a weekend at the beautiful hotel.

“I only wish this website had been around at the time I was planning my wedding – the invaluable and candid reviews will no doubt help many, many brides navigate what can be a stressful time.

I encourage every bride to post their reviews and let others benefit from their experience,” she said.

Guide To Be is concentrating on seven cities across the UK in the run up to the summer launch; Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Newcastle, Cardiff and London.

By August, the company will launch to all couples planning a wedding, who will be able to take advantage of a UK-wide bank of reviews from couples just like them.

“Planning a wedding is stressful and expensive at the best of times, never mind when you have hundreds of suppliers to sift through,” Eve said.

“Guide To Be will help brides-to-be shortlist the most appropriate ones for their needs – and it will be a trusted source, as we ensure that reviews are independent.

We aim to help couples make informed choices about their suppliers so that they can turn their dream wedding into reality.”

KNIGHTWOOD & ST MUNGO’S PUPILS JOINT WINNERS OF TOP CRAFT AWARD

QASIM Mehmood (15) of Knightswood Secondary, and Derek Ralston (15) of St Mungo’s Academy, took the overall prize in the Trades House of Glasgow School Craft Award.

This is the first time since the competition was established in 1990 that two pupils have shared the top award.

More than 60 pupils from secondary schools across Glasgow were rewarded by the Trades House for exceptional craft work produced as part of their curricular studies.

Joint overall winners, Qasim and Derek, were also two of several pupils who took top prizes in a variety of categories, which included metalwork, woodwork, plastic, design & manufacture and culinary excellence.

“Hundreds of submissions were reviewed before making our selection,” said Deacon Convener of the Trades of Glasgow Hamish Brodie.

“The calibre has been quite exceptional once again this year, with winning pieces such as Qasim’s garden ornament and Derek’s wooden coffee table reflecting the great commitment of pupils and teachers in our Glasgow schools.

Our many congratulations go to all pupils awarded prizes in our School Craft Competition.”

Qasim, who lives in Knightswood, was a 4th year National 5 Level Design and Manufacture student, when he made his award winning garden ornament, part of his final design portfolio assignment to produce a wind or water powered garden ornament.

Qasim chose a wind powered piece manufactured from aluminium and other metals

using traditional craft skills and tools such as a centre lathe, anvil and spot welding processes.

“We are absolutely delighted with this win by Qasim, who is a very polite and respectful pupil,” said Martin McCafferty, Principal Teacher of Design & Technology at Knightswood Secondary.

“He has proved to be a very competent worker and a pupil who only really needs to be shown a technique once to pick up the necessary skills.”

Derek, who lives in Bridgeton, also made his winning coffee table as part of his National 5 Level Design and Manufacture studies at St Mungo’s Academy.

It was constructed from solid oak using mortise and tenon techniques, adding to the level of skill required in its creation.

He will return to the Technical Department next school year to continue his studies at higher level.

David Greechan, Faculty Head of Technologies at St Mungo’s said: “Derek’s learning journey has seen him choose the three technical subjects we offer

– Design and Manufacture, Practical Woodworking Skills and Graphic Communication.

Even in his first year, it was clear Derek would do very well in all Technical subjects, which has proved to be the case.

He immersed himself in this practical project showing a huge amount of commitment, working at lunchtime and after school.

As any recognition from the Trades House is a quality indicator, we are so pleased that Derek has been rewarded in this way. Our many congratulations go to Derek!”

The School Craft Competition, supported by Glasgow City Council Education Department, is part of several Trades House initiatives aimed at encouraging the preservation of traditional crafts alongside those of new technology skills.

Deacon Convener Hamish Brodie and other senior Trades House office bearers were joined by Bailie Hanif Raja to present pupils with 1st, 2nd, 3rd category prizes, plus commended and highly commended certificates, each also receiving monetary prizes.

Derek Ralston and his solid oak table with Deacon Convener Hamish Brodie and Bailie Hanif Raja

AWARD FOR EAST END SHOP OWNER TWENTY five year old Aleena Lippiatt has won Glasgow’s Most Enterprising Young Person of the Year 2014.

Aleena set up a clothes shop and website in Glasgow’s East End 2 years ago.

The shop has gone from strength to strength since opening with celebrity interest and a huge online/social following.

This small independent boutique sells to customers all over the world including places as far Australia, Estonia, South Korea.

Yesterday Aleena’s hard work was recognised as she picked up the award for Glasgow’s Most

Enterprising Young Person for 2014.

This award ceremony was held in Glasgow’s City Chambers Banqueting suite.

The event was hosted by Alison Walker and included a welcome from Bailie Jonathan Findlay, Chair of Jobs & Business Glasgow, keynote speeches from Councillor Gordon Matheson, Leader of Glasgow City Council and Professor Sir Jim McDonald, Chair of Glasgow Economic Leadership Board.

Jobs & Business Glasgow supports people starting up in business, social enterprises and microbusinesses across the city.

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OUR HOUSING OPERATIONS TEAM We now have more Housing Officers and they are dealing with less homes now that improvements to the way we deliver your Housing Service have been introduced.

As a result, Housing Officers should have more opportunities for closer contact with all of their customers.

Each area based team will consist of a Neighbourhood Manager and six Housing Officers.

Teams will also have Housing Assistants and Maintenance Assistants.

Depute CEO Ann Marie Devlin said: “By reducing the number of properties a Housing Officer is responsible for allows each Housing Officer to engage more closely with their tenants and identify and resolve any issues quickly and effectively.”

Possilpark & Parkhouse

Your Housing Services will now be split into three dedicated staff teams covering Springburn & Balornock, Possilpark & Parkhouse and the Multi-Storey Flats.

Christina Duncan

Liz McMillan

Kerry Stephen

Gemma Lee

Lynn Bennett

Sharon Forrester

Alison McLean

Springburn & Balornock

Irene Dalrymple Neighbourhood Manager

Bola Akintoye

Anne Sheeran

Andrea Campbell

Terri McChesney

Catherine Mather

Debbie McInally

Yvonne Kinnear

Jeanette Glen

Multi Storey Flats

Janice Ellison Neighbourhood Manager

Paul Johnson Neighbourhood Manager

Geri Anderson

Lesley McConnochie

“All the Team are very excited about the new way of working, the reduced patch sizes will make it possible for them to get to know all their tenants and to provide a comprehensive housing service.

It will also make it much more straightforward for our tenants as the Housing Officer will now be the main point of contact.”

“At ng homes we are always striving to improve the service we provide our tenants.

By reducing the Housing Officers patch size and giving them responsibility for rent and arrears within their patch, tenants can now deal with a full range of housing issues with just one person.”

This change will also allow Housing Officers to really get to know their tenants and tenants will know who to turn to if they need housing advice or support

Springburn (East)

Danielle Quinn

Pamela Hutchison

Margaret McKinnon

Laura Sharkey

Help for families affected by the Bedroom Tax Over 700 tenants of ng homes are affected by the bedroom tax and the association are doing all that they can to help them.

Already, ng homes Housing Services team and Greater Easterhouse Money Advice Project (GEMAP) have been successful with 337 applications for Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP).

Ann Marie Devlin, ng homes Depute CEO, said: “We are working with our tenants who are affected by the Bedroom Tax and will continue to do everything we can to help.”

With 337 tenants already accessing the Discretionary Housing Payment Fund a further 365 are affected.

Housing Services and GEMAP staff are currently contacting these tenants to let them know how to apply for DHP. Of the 365 ng homes tenants affected 210 people have not applied for DHP but are paying the bedroom tax, and ng homes will be writing to them to see if there is any assistance we can provide to them.

We are also working with a number of partners who provide money advice services, affordable loans and access to basic bank accounts for their customers.

Email: info@nghomes.net

Ned Donaldson House, 50 Reidhouse Street Springburn, Glasgow. G21 4LS Tel 0141 560 6000 Fax 0141 560 6005

Chris Farren

GEMAP offer a free and confidential service for tenants on all aspects of debt and money advice including benefit entitlements, benefit applications, opening bank accounts and contacting creditors. To make an appointment with a GEMAP advisor, please contact our office on 0141 560 6000 (Springburn) or 0141 336 1300 (Possilpark).

Scotcash offers affordable finance and money advice and can also set up a bank account for you. Scotcash’s loan officer is working full time from our offices. To make an appointment please call 0141 276 0525.

Pollok Credit Union provides a range of loans and savings products for its members. The Pollok Credit Union have a branch at 264 Saracen Street, Possilpark, G22 5HJ. To join, visit the branch for more information or call 0141 880 7888.

If you think you are one of the 365 ng homes tenants affected by the Bedroom Tax and are not in receipt of DHP, please contact your Housing Officer, as we may be able to assist you with an application.

Website: www.nghomes.net @ng_homes

ng homes is a trading name of North Glasgow Housing Association

Possilpark (West) Saracen House, 139 Saracen Street, Possilpark, Glasgow, G22 5AZ Tel 0141 336 1300 Fax 0141 560 6005

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OOT OF YOUR SUITCASE

1-5pm Sat 28 June, Barlanark Community Centre FREE CREATIVE MARKET EVENT - all kinds of weird and wonderful things to buy, look at, or experience, all oot of suitcases!

Come along and have a rummage, blether, nibble & scribble from 1-5pm, Saturday 28 June at Barlanark Community Centre, 33 Burnmouth Road, Glasgow G33 4RZ (opposite Barlanark Shops). art | crafts | bric’a’brac | clothes | jewellery | free arts activities | magic | memories | face-painting | glitter tattoos | 1950s photo booth | community crochet ....... and performances of The Pokey Hat by Grinagog at 1.30pm & 3.30pm, oot of an icecream van!

Oot of Your Suitcase encour-

ages the public to mingle with sellers and makers, have a chat and a rummage, and if they feel the urge, to explore their own creativity.

Each event features suitcases containing all kinds of everything and for our Barlanark event we will have a 1950s theme so, if you feel the urge, please do dress up!

The first ever ‘Ooting’ took place in Dennistoun and the Suitcase Girls are delighted to be returning to the East End! Each ‘Ooting’ is different and only at Oot of Your Suitcase at Barlanark Community Centre will you be able to watch a performance based on old stories from East Glasgow & get free ice-cream, get creative by drawing a pet map of Barlanark, dress

up 1950s style for a snap, explore your memories of Barlanark and Museum Oot of a Suitcase, take part in Community Crochet and of course explore the contents of suitcases of our sellers and makers!

The Community Centre is easily accessed by car, the No 60 bus or a 10 min walk from Garrowhill Train Station and remember ENTRY IS FREE! Intrigued? Pop in to Barlanark Community Centre on Saturday 28 June between 1pm and 5pm to explore Oot of Your Suitcase for yourself!

BACKGROUND Organisers Mandy Duffin and Sally Maidment want to provide accessible and friendly events that work on a personal level for all involved, encouraging a relaxed environment, a chance for people to have a chat, promote recycling/rehoming of goods, human interaction with art, an opportunity to meet the makers and promote individual and collaborative creativity.

Encouraged by the success and positive feedback from previous events held in an artist studio collective in Dennistoun, and a nightclub in Glasgow City Centre we are looking forward to another ‘ooting’ in June in Barlanark Community Centre in East Glasgow.

Would you or someone you know like to take part? If you have any hand-made items or second- hand goods you would like to sell oot of a suitcase please contact us at ootofyoursuitcase@gmail.com for a registration form, last few spaces left!

To hear more about Oot of Your Suitcase and upcoming events, please like Sell oot of your suitcase on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ pages/Sell-oot-of-yoursuitcase/649250261793326), visit ootofyoursuitcase.com, or email: ootofyoursuitcase@gmail.com

Labour comment on Scottish Government figures

COMMENTING on the Crown Office figures which show a 24% drop in the number of sectarian incidents at Scottish football matches Scottish Labour’s Justice spokesman, Graeme Pearson, said: “Given the Scottish Government’s commitment to dealing with crimes of this nature I am surprised at the huge drop in the numbers of arrests.

“It looks like even the authorities now know the legislation just isn’t working and they are drawing back from its use.

“No doubt, however, the Cabinet Secretary will tell us problem spectators are now behaving themselves and the world is a better place. Even Uri Geller couldn’t bend the facts that far.”

LOCAL RESIDENT IN GLOBAL COMPETITION

LOCAL resident Hannah Gunn has been selected to compete for a place in an exciting beauty pageant being held in Disneyland Paris!

Hannah Gunn from Bishopbriggs has been chosen by the Face Of The Globe organisation to compete at a regional heat being held at Glasgow Airport Holiday Inn on Saturday 9th August.

The contest has four age categories ranging from 5 years with no upper age limit!

Hannah who is 20 years old, will be in the adult category from which, if she is selected as one of the 5 representatives from that group, will be invited to Disneyland Paris in October 2014 to compete against girls from all over the World!

Hannah is a friendly, committed and ambitious girl who is passionate about living a fit and healthy lifestyle.

She has recently qualified as a Personal Trainer, Fitness & Metafit instructor.

Hannah hopes that her interviews with the judges on the day will show this side of her personality, as the finalists will be judged not just on looks, but also their personalities, and awards such as Miss Publicity and Miss Charity in aid of Rainbow Child Foundation (No 327489) which was founded by X Factor and Dancing On Ice star Chico Slimani.

Hannah is also an associate member of the United Kingdom Alliance of teachers of freestyle dance and has just set herself up in business as a Personal Training instructor.

Hannah hopes to eventually open up her own gym/fitness studio where she can teach a range of PT, fitness and dance classes.

She is looking forward to putting her fitness skills to the test and good use by running some fun Metafit sessions just to help raise funds for the Rainbow Children Foundation.

Hannah is no stranger to Modelling and the Pageant World.

Her proudest achievement would be winning the title of Miss Fitness 2013.

It’s the first ever beauty type competition she has ever entered and it certainly gave her the confidence to pursue more.

Miss Fitness involved participating in an 8 weeks challenge of hard work, effort, physical training and following a clean eating plan aimed at toning her whole body.

It took a lot of food preparation and commitment to follow the challenge through so she was delighted when she won overall.

It gave her the confidence and the bug to participate in more pageants and since then has been top 5 in Miss British Empire 2013, runner up in Miss Beauty Queen 2013 and

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the only Scottish finalist in the Commercial Model category at the prestigious Top Model UK 2014 competition held in London in April of this year.

Hannah also enjoys modelling and promotions work and would love to have a fitness modelling contract.

Hannah really just wants to work hard in life to make her business successful and to be happy and content.

She hopes to encourage others to embrace a healthier lifestyle to improve their overall well being.

You can follow Hannah’s progress in the contest at www.

FaceOfTheGlobe.com as full results will be published on their website, or purchase tickets online to come along and support Hannah Gunn on the night.

CRAIGEND COMMUNITY YOUTH GROUP GETS FORT BOOST A LOCAL community group is settling into new premises thanks to funding from Glasgow Fort Shopping Park.

Craigend Community Youth Group offers youth clubs for children in the local area.

Since its launch in 2012, the number of young people it supports has grown dramatically to over 100.

As such, the group needed to secure larger premises. Glasgow Fort Shopping Park has agreed to cover the hire, along with match funding from Glasgow Housing Association, of a large hall at Avenue End Primary School.

Michael McDevitt, Chairperson of Craigend Community Youth Group, said: “Before we launched, there

was a real lack of activities for young people in the area and, as such, a lot were landing themselves in trouble hanging about the streets.

We have been up and running just over two years and there has been a real change in the local area.

We are delighted with the number of children we have managed to engage with.

“While the popularity of the club is undoubtedly a great thing - we were struggling for space but didn’t have the funds to secure larger premises.

Glasgow Housing Association offered match funding for the hire of the hall so we were delighted that Glasgow Fort came on board and have so generously support-

ed our costs and made it possible for us to offer a better space to the young people.”

The group has clubs for primary and secondary school children and there are 19 local people work as voluntary youth workers.

Phil Goodman, Centre Manager at Glasgow Fort Shopping Park, said: “Craigend Community Youth Group is doing fantastic work with young people in the local area and we were only too happy to support them so they can reach out to more young people in a space best suited to their needs.”

Glasgow Fort has also funded new uniforms for the group’s volunteers and will allow fundraisers to visit the Park.

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ng2 in the community ng2 offers a range of activities across North Glasgow through its community regeneration team. One such project is ngsportslegacy which offers sporting activities for all. Here’s what’s happening: Charity partnership continues to develop ng2 in the community continues to change lives with the School of Hard Knocks (SoHK) charity - looking at how sport can assist confidence and self esteem in socially disadvantaged areas.

Ongoing development of ng_swim in partnership with Scottish Swimming, Glasgow Club and NHS (Northeast) will see more FREE swim lessons for preschool children attending local nurseries. So far over 150 youngsters have taken part in the scheme, which sees each child receive 10 weeks of swimming lessons at Springburn Leisure Centre.

Feedback from parents and youngsters has been positive, and the sessions will run throughout the Summer on Friday evenings from 4pm-6pm. Activity is FREE and aimed at 6-12 year olds (NOTE that u8’s MUST be/remain accompanied by an adult

We hope to also run a similar 10-week block of lessons to children under 4, attending classes with their parents/carers who live in the Springburn & Possilpark postcode areas. These will be available on a firstcome, first-served basis and people should contact mycommunity@nghomes.net to express their interest in first instance.

Community Basketball for North Glasgow Following the recent Jump2It initiative that saw a number of local primary schools across Springburn being offered the chance to take part in a National basketball initiative, a local community basketball session is being run to develop ‘bballers’ from the area.

Following the pilot prison programme, further recipients of the projects, included Springburn Academy S3 pupils who were involved in a judo & life-skills programme, as well as a group of local unemployed men who have been recruited for a Summer boxing programme.

Fronted by two-times WBO Champion Paul Weir, these participants are involved in an 8-week block which sees them receive a weekly input of boxing & fitness as well as life & employability education modules, designed to develop social and employability skills.

For more information on the SoHK charity, please contact scotland@schoolofhardknocks.org.uk Free Swimming Lessons Continue ng2 in the community continue the roll out of FREE swimming lessons for under-5s attending nurseries and living in North Glasgow.

Springburn (East)

Delivered by local Active Champions, the sessions have run for 12 weeks now and have seen numbers rise from 4 to over 20…due to the success of the sessions, plans are to carry these on through the Summer, aimed at 8-12 year olds with an interest in the sport. All sessions are FREE.

Building on the success of the rugby development North Schools Cup, ngsportslegacy is partnering with Glasgow Sport Rugby Development & School of Hard Knocks to delivery community-based rugby sessions for under-14s in three local areas of the north.

Sites in Springburn, Royston & Barmulloch will run

Further basketball sessions are available with local club Glasgow Storm, training on Saturday mornings at North Kelvin College – for more information, contact the club directly via Facebook page: www.facebook. com/GlasgowStorm Multi-Activity Madness Developed as an idea to give local youngsters an opportunity to try new activities, the Friday Night MultiActivity Club (Fri Night Club) running at Springburn Sports Centre has proved to be incredibly successful.

Delivered by local sessional workers, and supported by coaches, Glasgow Life youth support as well as Unicef UK, the sessions have grown in popularity, with over twenty u12’s regularly attending.

Nights comprise of games and activities, as well as input from Unicef on the ‘Child Rights Journey’, culminating in drinks and snacks for participants!

Email: info@nghomes.net

Ned Donaldson House, 50 Reidhouse Street Springburn, Glasgow. G21 4LS Tel 0141 560 6000 Fax 0141 560 6005

Summer rugby – Community Cup

weekly rugby training for boys under-14 over a 9-week Summer period, which will see ‘teams’ from the areas compete in 3-weekly festivals for the NG Community Cup, and the opportunity to represent the north of the city in NG rugby squads selected to play against similar opposition early in September.

Summer Activity – 50 things to do?

Summer Camp, Football Activity, Rugby, Kayaking, Multi-activity, basketball, the list is endless.

We are committed to supporting and developing activities for the local community…some have been listed and described – others are in planning stage – others may not have been confirmed yet!

We are always looking for suggestions for new activities as well as volunteers to help out For more information please contact ngsportslegacy on 0141 630 4254, e-mail mycommunity@nghomes.net, or follow us on Facebook/ngsportslegacy or on Twitter @ngsportslegacy

Website: www.nghomes.net

www.facebook.com/ngsportslegacy ng homes is a trading name of North Glasgow Housing Association

Possilpark (West)

Saracen House, 139 Saracen Street, Possilpark, Glasgow, G22 5AZ Tel 0141 336 1300 Fax 0141 560 6005

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GENN Home Security - Don’t give housebreakers a free pass into your home POLICE Scotland are reminding householders to lock their doors and windows at night to prevent them becoming the victims of crime.

There have been a number of thefts from houses recently in Mount Vernon, Sandyhills and Garrowhill, and on many occasions the thieves have not had to overcome the house security, as doors and windows have been left open or unlocked.

The thieves have been targeting car keys and then stealing cars from driveways.

Chief Inspector Stevie Hazlett, Area Commander for Glasgow East has advised, “During the good weather we all use our back gardens a lot more and will not be used to locking up before we go to bed in the same way we do in the winter.

I would urge everyone to get into the habit of checking that their doors and downstairs windows are closed and secured before going to bed and make sure you put your house and car keys in a safe place out of view, do not leave them in the lock.”

He also added, “In the warm summer nights there is a temptation to leave downstairs windows open for fresh air, we have arrested a number of people who specialise in climbing through open hopper windows, my advice is to close all ground floor windows at night.”

Officers from Shettleston, Baillieston and Easterhouse police offices are patrolling through the night in uniform and also plain clothes in order to reduce the instance of this invasive crime.

Chief Inspector Hazlett also advised that his officers, as part of their duties, will be patrolling with a view to finding insecure houses and bringing this to the attention of the occupants before thieves do.

He added “I would rather we woke a householder and brought this to their attention than disturbing a thief and confronting them in their own home.”

As well as patrolling to disrupt and catch criminals Police Scotland are also managing those who they have previously identified as responsible for similar crimes.

“We work in partnership with the Criminal Justice Authorities, The Procurator Fiscal Service and the Scottish Courts, to ensure that anyone who is charged with a housebreaking offence is bailed with curfew conditions to their remain in their own house, in order that my officers can visit them to ensure they comply with their curfew conditions.”

Whilst the chances of becoming a victim are very low there are simple precautions we can all take to make sure that we reduce that risk even further.

Recommendations on Baby Ashes RESPONDING to a report by the independent Infant Cremation Commission into the handling of baby ashes in Scotland, Scottish Labour’s Health spokesman, Neil Findlay, said: “I welcome the recommendations in today’s report and hope that their implementation will prevent any future repeat of the pain and heartbreak that families in Scotland have had to endure.

“We must ensure that the families are of the upmost priority in these cases and that they are given as much information as possible to make an informed decision.

“The report also recommends an improved system of recording the disposal of ashes and that these records are made publicly available.

Having an accurate record in the public domain would go some way to avoiding a situation where families do not know what happened to the ashes of their loved ones.

Further recommendations, including introducing best practice, minimum standard guidelines and improving the level of training for staff, are all to be welcomed.

“I hope that the Scottish Government will move quickly to implement these measures to ensure that no one else has to go through what many families in Scotland have endured and that steps are taken to investigate exactly where the system has failed previously.”

Care Home Open Day at Milton care home BOB Doris, SNP MSP for Glasgow and Deputy Chair of the Scottish Parliament’s Health & Sport Committee, today took part in National Care Home Open Day by dropping in to Ashgill Care Home in Milton.

Following the success of last year’s inaugural Open Day – on which members of the public are invited to come and spend time with residents, meet staff and get involved in activities in the home – hundreds of care homes around the country are opening their doors once again.

At Ashgill Care Home, visitors took part in a variety of

activities including live music and face painting.

At Ashgill Care Home, Bob said: “We tend only to hear negative stories about care for older people. But every day of every week, dedicated staff are working in care homes across Scotland to provide a positive living environment for residents.

National Care Home Open Day is an opportunity for that good work to get a bit of recognition, and it was a privilege to see first-hand how Paul McMurray and the staff support their residents.

“It was also good to see how

many people from the community had turned up for the open day, and to join in with the live music and dancing.

I’m just sorry I missed the barbecue!

“We have an ageing population, so the work done in homes like this is becoming more and more important.

The least we can do for people who have worked all their lives to give us what we have now is to ensure that they are looked after to the highest standard, and it’s good to see that happening here in Milton.”

Paul McMurray, Home Manager at Ashgill Care Home, said: “It was great to welcome Bob to spend some time with staff and residents today.

“National Care Home Open Day is an opportunity to throw the doors of the Ashgill centre open to the wider Milton community, and we already have excellent relationships with schools, churches and a variety of local organisations.

Today is a chance to say thank you to our neighbours for their support and for staff and residents to join in some fun with them.”

Awards Success for Students’ Animated Video

GLASGOW Kelvin College students are celebrating their success at the recent JISC (Joint Information Services Council) iTech Awards held in Glasgow last week, where they carried off the top award for the ‘Access and Inclusion’ category.

Annie Swan, lecturer from Glasgow Kelvin College, received the award on behalf of her 2013 students who, in partnership with Common Knowledge Scotland, had collaborated to produce an animated video on internet safety.

The Access 2 level students designed and created a range of plasticine figures, each with their own identity and character, with a script which put them on the set of a TV gameshow.

Using stop-animation and voice-over technologies, the students helped to create and star in an entertaining five minute video on safe internet use called ‘Log On’.

This year’s Access 2 level students have also been busy working on a new video drama with Common Knowledge and we’re looking forward to seeing the results.

Congratulations to last year’s students and well done to the staff and partners who supported them in this exciting project.

A proud Annie Swan, said; “It is superb that the partnership working between Glasgow Kelvin College and Common Knowledge has been recognised in such an impressive way.

It demonstrates the high quality provision of learner engagement and of shared practice by staff and students in Further Education.”

Alan Sherry, Glasgow Kelvin College Principal, agreed; “This is a great achievement for our students and a real accolade for their efforts, and those of our partner Common Knowledge, to be recognised in this way.

We’re extremely proud of their talents and they have set the bar very high for future projects - congratulations!”

Marilyn Slavin, Co-Founder/ Director of CKUK (Common Knowledge) is thrilled to hear about this success; “CKUK (Common Knowledge) are delighted that, ‘Log on’ has been recognised in this way, it is a very worthy winner of this award...This animated film was part of the CKUK peer education project.

“We worked alongside Glasgow Kelvin College staff, students and CKUK peer educators to produce a digital project with engaging e-learning on internet safety, for students with

learning difficulties.

This is partnership working at its very best”.

Margaret McKay, Advisor: Access and Inclusion at Jisc Scotland RSC, applauded the students’ success; “The Log On animation is a prime example of best practice - where staff in supported learning have engaged with technology, and used it in a practical and positive way to encourage young people to do the same.

Its focus on e-safety is an educational, but a lighthearted approach which appeals to a younger audience but addresses serious and important issues.

“The partnership between Common Knowledge and Glasgow Kelvin College is a significant collaboration where students are at the heart of this process whilst learning a vast range of technological and personal skills.

We’re delighted that Jisc has been able to recognise their efforts.”

JISC RSC is one of 12 UK centres and the project’s success will be shared across their network as a model of best practice in Access and Inclusion.

The delighted students are pictured here with their award on the night.

Radical Independence group initiates public meetings roadshow of Glasgow’s East End THE Glasgow North & East branch of the Radical Independence Campaign has begun the first of many public meetings targeted at engaging the working class people of Glasgow’s East End into September’s referendum discussion.

The first meeting today took place 24th June in the Bambury Centre of Barrowfield with the sight of the opening ceremony of Glasgow 2014, Celtic Park, just on the horizon.

The group aided local com-

munity activists in the setup of a fun day for local kids to enjoy a day of free games, face painting, dance and football in an area badly neglected by a lack of services for decades.

This is the first instance of real community driven project combining with the task of engaging people into the decision on Scotland’s constitutional future.

The event is only the first of what the group has planned for the East End and similar projects are already been discussed for areas including

Shettleston, Parkhead, Bailleston and Easterhouse.

The project is being supported by many high profile Independence campaigners such as one of the East End’s most famous daughters, Elaine C Smith, who spoke at today’s meeting.

She said that “The efforts going into today’s organising is enough to make me cry. To see communities that have went through so much finally realising the chance of a lifetime in the shape of a Yes vote, fantastic.”

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Sweet dreams for athletes with unique Glasgow 2014 designed duvet covers GLASGOW 2014 will ensure its message of being “athlete centred, sport focused” continues through the night with specially designed duvets for the athletes which feature pictograms of all 17 sports.

The duvet design was revealed last week as former Commonwealth athletes Rhona Simpson and Steve Frew got a first look at the covers which will adorn over 6,500 beds in the village.

The design was created by Tangent Graphic, the lead Graphic Design Agency for Glasgow 2014, and features the pictograms which the agency created as part of the overall look of the Games.

The top side shows the four symbols that make up the different residential zones within the Athletes’ Village; Loch, Castle, Mountain and Clan.

The underside shows, in their pictogram form, each of the 17 sports that will be competed for at Glasgow 2014.

The duvet and cover are given as a gift to all Athletes and Team Officials and is one of the most coveted Games souvenirs.

Glasgow 2014 Athletes Advisory Committee Chair and OC Board Member, Rhona Simpson, said: “As an athlete who has competed in several Games I can tell you that the duvets are one

of the most coveted items in the Village!

Athletes always look forward to seeing them and it is a great reminder of competing in the Games.

I think these duvets are fantastic.

The bright, vibrant designs on each side of the cover makes them really eye catching. I think the athletes and team officials staying in the Village will love them and they are a great momento of the event.”

The duvet and duvet covers will be produced and supplied by John Lewis, the Official Department Store Provider for Glasgow 2014.

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Winning night for Games as Glasgow 2014 Marketing Team scoops seven ‘Star’ awards THE gold medal rush started early for Glasgow 2014 when its Marketing Team swept the boards at The Marketing Society Star Awards.

It scooped Team of the Year with Head of Marketing and Advertising, Martin Reynolds, winning Marketing Star of the Year.

The team also picked up three Gold awards, one Silver and one Bronze bringing their tally of accolades for the night to a stunning seven.

The Marketing Society Star Awards are now firmly established in setting standards of excellence for marketing in Scotland and creating new and

innovative ways to ensure the awards remain dynamic and reflect the changing marketing landscape.

The Glasgow 2014 haul of awards included joint submissions with the Organising Committee’s agencies and were: For the Glasgow 2014 Ticketing Campaign GOLD: Media Buying (with Carat) GOLD: Tourism and Leisure (with Leith Agency) SILVER: Marketing Planning – Research and Insights (with the Leith Agency) BRONZE: Advertising (with the Leith Agency)

For the Queen’s Baton GOLD: Design (with 4c) Glasgow 2014 Chief Executive, David Grevemberg, said: “These awards celebrate innovation, creativity and the very best of marketing talent in Scotland and given the amazing campaigns that our team has been involved in, it is fantastic for them to receive this recognition. Creativity, authenticity, passion and remaining true to our values has been at the heart of every marketing campaign the Glasgow 2014 team has delivered and we are delighted that the Marketing Society Scotland has recognised its achievements.”

Toshiba Medical Systems to aid Glasgow 2014 athletes at Games Village Polyclinic

TOSHIBA Medical Systems has been unveiled as the latest addition to the Sponsor Family for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

The company become the Official Provider of Diagnostic Imaging Equipment for use during the Games within the Athletes’ Village Polyclinic.

The equipment and services to be supplied include an MRI scanner, a CT scanner, a diagnostic ultrasound scanner, X-ray equipment and three medical image reporting stations.

Toshiba Medical Systems, part of the wider Toshiba Corporation, is one of the world’s leading suppliers of medical systems and a leading imaging technology provider for the sports medicine industry.

The company’s existing involvement in sport includes partnerships with Manchester

United FC, Barnet FC and the Tessa Sanderson Foundation.

The Polyclinic will serve the 6,500 athletes and team officials within the Village from the 71 participating nations and territories at Games time.

The Polyclinic will operate on a 24-hour basis supporting athletes and team officials with an aim to deliver outstanding medical services to support the Commonwealth athletes performing at their best.

David Grevemberg, Glasgow 2014 Chief Executive, said: “We are delighted to announce Toshiba Medical Systems as an Official Provider for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games as the health and well-being of the athletes is a high priority.

“The medical facility at the Polyclinic for athletes and team officials at Games Time is a

hugely important aspect of Village life.”

Toshiba Medical Systems UK Managing Director, Mark Hitchman, said: “Toshiba Medical Systems is proud to be named Official Medical Systems Provider for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

Toshiba’s radiology equipment is powering not just some of the leading medical institutions, but also some of the world’s leading sports organisations and community-based sports facilities such as Manchester United Football Club, Barnet Football Club and the Tessa Sanderson Foundation Academy.

“We look forward to providing world-class, state-of-the-art equipment and services to the Commonwealth Games, as part of the comprehensive on-site medical facility.”

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Kellogg’s will be an Official Provider of Cereal Snacks.

Kelloggs’ cereal snacks include the Scottish best seller Rice Krispie Squares which is the number one cereal snack brand in Scotland.

Kellogg’s sells more than 23 million packs of cereal snacks in Scotland each year.

Laid end to end, the packs would cover nearly twice the distance of the Queen’s Baton Relay which arrived back in Scotland last week As Official Provider, Kellogg’s will supply the Games with cereal bars from its popular Nutri-Grain range for the athletes and workforce.

David Grevemberg, Glasgow 2014 Chief Executive, said: “Kellogg’s is a household name and a very well-loved brand in Scotland – as you can tell by the sales of the cereal bars here. At Games Time it will be very important for our staff and volunteers as well as the athletes to keep their energy levels up and cereal bars will be a great way of doing this.

The company is a very welcome addition to our Sponsor Family.”

Gareth Maguire, Commercial Director from Kelloggs said: We’re extremely proud to lend our support to Glasgow 2014 - this is going to be a massive event, so it’s only natural we’d want to get involved.

The Commonwealth Games is a huge deal for Scotland and the UK and we’re pleased our food will help fuel volunteers and fans alike.”

Over 60s go for gold at Summer of Sport SPORTY stars in their 60s will follow in the footsteps of Commonwealth Games heroes.

A series of sporting events for older people is taking place in Glasgow to celebrate the Games coming to Scotland.

The ‘Summer of Sport’ is open to tenants of GHA, Cube Housing Association, West Lothian Housing Partnership and Loretto Housing – which are part of Wheatley Group.

Hundreds of tenants over the age of 60 have already signed up to take part in free competitions over the summer.

Sports include bowls, swimming, pitch and putt, walking, giant Jenga and indoor javelin.

There will also be special craft competitions for tenants, including art and photography prizes.

The Summer of Sport is a legacy project to mark the Glasgow 2014 games.

Margaret Moore, Wheatley Group Summer of Sport organiser, said: “This is a fantastic way to celebrate the Commonwealth Games coming to Glasgow and for the over 60s to take part in

some great, fun sporting activities.

“There will be medals and prizes for the overall winners, but you don’t have to be great at sport to join in and keep fit.”

Heats will be split into three areas. The North East qualifiers will be held at Easterhouse Leisure Centre on 8 July. The North West heat is at Springburn Leisure Centre on 9 July with the South qualifiers on 10 July at Castlemilk Leisure Centre.

The heat winners will qualify for the grand final at the Emirates Arena in Glasgow’s East End. Heats and the final are being organised in partnership with Glasgow Life.

Tenants who are eligible have already received a letter with details on how to register.

However, it’s still not too late to join in.

Interested tenants and groups should speak to their Housing Officer, Housing Support Officer or register at one of the Silver Deal arts and exercise classes run by GHA and partners Glasgow Life.

Glasgow encouraged to ‘Get Ready’ for a bustling summer and busier than usual travel THE Get Ready Glasgow campaign last week published the final round of information outlining how the transport network will be different during the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.

This coincides with the launch of a national awareness campaign prompting people who live, work and play in Glasgow to think about how their journeys may be impacted.

The campaign encourages people to plan ahead for the travel during the Games so they can go about their ‘business as unusual’ and make sure that their journeys are as smooth as possible.

Glasgow will welcome up to one million additional visitors for next month’s Commonwealth Games, with sporting and cultural events taking place across the city and beyond.

To facilitate the smooth running of the Games there will be road and parking restrictions in place around venues, a Games Route Network will be operating - connecting the Athletes’ Village with venues - and a number of public transport operators will increase their capacity, frequency and operating hours.

Although these measures will also help to protect and benefit residents and businesses in Glasgow, travel and transport will still be significantly busier in certain places at certain times.

The information now available on the Get Ready Glasgow website highlights where and when the transport network will be at its busiest.

It includes details of road hot spots, the rail and Subway stations that will be significantly

Legendary Barrowland venue celebrated with new public artwork in Glasgow

THE Glasgow Barrowland, regarded by many bands as one of the best venues in the world will be celebrated by a public artwork being installed at a new temporary public park next to the venue.

Artist Jim Lambie is including every band which played at the Barrowland between 1983 and 2013 in The Album Pathway which is being created as part of the commission for the brands for the Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme.

Jim Lambie used the Barrowland Ballroom’s iconic star clad façade as the inspiration for the brands for Culture 2014 and Festival 2014 and this new artwork, which utilises his characteristic approach to line, colour and popular culture, is also inspired by the legendary music venue.

The Album Pathway forms part of a new, temporary urban greenspace being built near the Ballroom on a site bounded by Gallowgate, London Road and Moir Street.

In total, appearances by more than 2000 bands will be referenced in the work.

The Modern Institute/Toby Webster Ltd worked with Jim Lambie on the project and the landscape for the park was designed by Greg White from LOCI Design and the park is being delivered by Glasgow City Council Landscape and Environmental Services.

The Album Pathway links the Barrowland Ballroom to the City Centre and highlights its significant part in the cultural and musical history of Glasgow, Scotland and beyond.

Produced by setting cast

granite letters into concrete, The Album Pathway will be 100 meters long and three meters wide and represents record spines from a vinyl record collection as if presented on a shelf in a collector’s home.

The Album Pathway is a new permanent work by Jim Lambie, designed for the Barras Calton, and it will be relocated in the area should the stalled space at Glasgow Cross where the park is being built be developed.

Barrowland Park provides a public open space for Glasgow that acts as a key gateway to the east end of the city - on a key route to Commonwealth Games venues.

Jim Lambie, the artist who created the Cultural Programme Brands and the new public artwork said: “I was delighted to be asked

to create a new work for the existing gap site at Trongate. In homage to the Barrowland ballroom and local market being such an iconic part of Glasgow, it makes perfect sense for the area and the local community for a pathway to be introduced which would wind its way through the new, temporary parkland.

“The pathway resembles the side view of a vinyl record collection, placed on a shelf at home and is similar to the rows of vinyl records I would scour on my visits to the Barra’s market. It is an image familiar to most people, and an image which connects both conceptually and emotionally with the Barrowland Ballroom, the Barra’s market and most importantly the local community and the people of Glasgow.”

busier throughout the Games and the train lines expected to be congested and the times they are expected to be at capacity.

Currently, research shows that only 29% of people in Greater Glasgow are aware of the changes to travel that will be in place for the Games and 40% have intimated that they don’t currently plan to change how they travel.

The Get Ready Glasgow campaign is providing people with this information and presenting them with a series of options so that they can think about how they usually travel and what they can do to reduce the impact on their day-to-day.

This includes asking people to think about re-timing, re-moding, re-routing or reducing their journeys.

Some of the options that people could consider include travelling earlier or later, walking or cycling, using different roads, car sharing or working from an office closer to home on some of the busiest days.

David Grevemberg, Glasgow 2014 Chief Executive, said: “The Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games will see over 6,500 athletes and officials come to Glasgow for 11 days of fantastic competition that will put Glasgow and Scotland on the world stage.

“We’ve seen unprecedented interest in the Games, including amazing demand for tickets from people all over Scotland, the rest of the UK and internationally.

We know this means the city will be bustling with activity come Games time and transport networks will be busier than usual.

“Transport operators will have lots of measures in place to assist, from shuttle buses to enhanced services with later trains.

We’re asking our spectators, and those who live and work in the city, to play their part too by considering changes to their normal routine that can help with daily travel during what will be a special time for Glasgow and for Scotland.”

Cabinet Secretary for Commonwealth Games and Sport, Shona Robison, said: “With Scotland set to welcome the world to the Commonwealth Games, we have made significant investment in our transport infrastructure and services to ensure the smooth running of one of the largest events in a generation.

Transport projects for 2014 will leave a lasting legacy of reduced journey times and of new and enhanced, accessible and sustainable public transport that will benefit the whole of the country.

“Glasgow will be alive and bustling meaning it will be business as unusual for many commuters and at the heart of our efforts is robust planning and preparation to ensure we keep everyone moving.

The Games travel campaign we are launching today reaches out to wider transport users to discourage them from going on auto-pilot as their normal route or mode may be significantly busier.

By listening to our campaign messages and actively planning journeys, everyone can make their own Games travel experience a more positive and reliable one.”

Glasgow 2014 to share Gift of the Games with 5000 disadvantaged young Scots GLASGOW 2014 will share the first-hand thrill of world-class sport with 5000 of the most disadvantaged young people through a ground-breaking programme called Gift of the Games.

With just one month to go, Gift of the Games will ensure thousands of young people who otherwise may not have the opportunity, will now be part of an inspiring day out at Scotland’s biggest-ever sporting and cultural festival.

Young people from every local authority area in Scotland will experience the fieldof-play action across a wide range of sports taking place throughout the Games, with transport and meals also provided.

Games sponsors and Scot-

land’s business community are meeting the cost of Gift of the Games.

The programme will be delivered through the grassroots network of Bauer Media’s charity, Cash For Kids. Bauer Media joins Glasgow 2014’s sponsor family as an Official Provider of Gift of the Games.

The Gift of the Games programme was announced by Glasgow 2014 Ambassador, boxer Nicola Adams.

The Olympic gold medallist and Glasgow 2014 medal hopeful in the Commonwealth Games first Women’s Boxing competition visited Royston Youth Action in the north-east of Glasgow where she met some of the young people who will benefit directly from the Gift of the Games opportunity.

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Spire View Housing Association – the first 25 years ON top of one of the highest spots in Glasgow stands Roystonhill spire, a prominent local landmark, which is all that is left of Townhead and Blochairn Parish Church of the 1860s, now demolished.

Surrounding this landmark are houses belonging to Spire View Housing Association, one of the go-ahead housing associations in the Glasgow area.

The housing association ,who believe in putting people first, is hgelping it become one of the more desirable places to live in the north-east of Glasgow.

This year Spire View Housing Association celebrated its 25th anniversary.

In 1987 local residents of the James Nisbet Street area of Royston had come together with one aim in mind: to try and stem the rapid decline of the living conditions that they were encountering.

The problem was that the Roystonhill area contained ‘rehousing’ grade tenements that were originally cheap to build and were of inferior standard when compared to housing that were built to ‘intermediate’ grade elsewhere in pre-war Glasgow.

By the 1980s, these buildings were beginning to exceed

their “sell by date”!

In 1988 the James Nisbet Housing Co-operative was registered with the Housing Corporation in Scotland (later known as Scottish Homes) and this led to the Co-operative taking ownership of a number of tenement buildings, containing 264 properties, from Glasgow City Council on the 1st of April 1989.

In 1991 the adjacent Garngad Housing Association also purchased properties from the City Council.

It was the joining together of these two housing organisations that formed the Spire View Housing Association which was to herald an impetus for change.

Demolition of these ‘rehousing’ grade tenements, and other older tenements dating as far back as 1919, followed, changing the area almost beyond recognition and replacing them with hundreds of desirable modern properties.

Some of the older properties, though, have survived and have been renovated and brought up to date, both inside and out, as part of the redevelopment of the area.

The modern housing that were erected were done in partnership with a private developer producing a range

of 2, 3, 4 and 5 apartment homes, including cottage flats, terraced and semi detached houses and in the process the Housing Association have created homes that are as good as any in the City whether compared to both the public or private sector.There are 553 properties that Spire View currently own in Royston.

Behind Spire View there is a hard-working team of fulltime staff who are responsible for the day-to-day running of the Association and are also responsible for care and maintenance of their properties.

It is governed by 15 locals who volunteer to be on the management committee and who are passionate about, and committed to, the Royston community.

To ensure their dedication to their tenants Spire View put in for the Investors In People (IIP) Award in 2003.

It was shown that because of their commitment to staff development, excellent communication and teamwork within the office, and the high level of service they give to their tenants, the Association got the award, enhancing their reputation and commitment to putting people first.

They were re-accredited the IIP Award in 2013. Also in that year they were successful in achieving the TPAS award (Tenant Participation Advisory Service).

This accreditation is a robust and structured process for assessing how well organisations such as housing associations involve tenants and residents in their service.

Again it is another indicator that the Association puts people first.

The role of the Housing Association, as Spire View perceives it, is not only about erecting bricks and mortar.

Like a number of other avant-guard Housing Associations, they envision themselves as more than mere landlords.

They accomplish this by becoming more and more involved in a ‘Wider Role’. Basically this refers to everything else that is ‘not housing’ but still holds concerns for their tenants.

For example, they offer advice to tenants who have financial difficulties, offer therapies for stress and even stage music workshops.

Sometimes their activity may appear to be light-hearted, such as the staging of ‘Royston’s Got Talent’, for example.

But there is method to their madness: it may appear frivolous, but it helps to bind the community together, and that is important to Spire View.

On the more serious side there is the ‘Wee Clean Up’ whereby local schools and volunteers help to pick up the rubbish and keep the streets clean – but this is done in a fun way with prizes and free

pizzas!

As an organisation Spire View is very ‘tech savvy’ in this age of smart-phones as well as computers and iPads.

But this is not a gimmick, they use this technology to keep their tenants and residents in touch, informed and involved in what is going on within Spire View, and that is over and above their quarterly newsletter, which is usually very informative (and colourful!)

Spire View, in their ‘Wider Role’ mode, managed to secure approximately £34,000 to carry out a feasibility study of the open spaces in their locality to see what these areas could be used for as far as environmental improvements are concerned.

This was achieved by consultation of the tenants by survey.

There were at least three areas of apparently vacant

ground within Spire View that could be used by the tenants recreationally, or otherwise.

The first of these was a disused car park in James Nisbet Street.

The consultation exercise had called for this to become a ‘community garden’.

It was agreed that this vacant plot should be landscaped, with a new seating area installed, and a basketball shooting area created.

Another environmental project that Spire View got to work on was a vacant piece of land known locally as the ‘Greeny’, which was a grassed area near the junction of James Nisbet Street and Roystonhill.

The design of the environmental improvements to the Greeny was also planned in full consultation with local residents.

A workshop was held to educate children from the 2 local

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primary schools in planning environmental matters and they worked with a landscape architect.

The children from these schools would also help the gardeners to plant fruit trees around the seating area.

Fencing would be erected and a boundary wall prepared for a mural that would be designed by Rona McNicol from Inspace Dynamics, who had already done other art works for Spire View in the past, such as working on the ‘shadow’ Star sculpture on the open space at Earlston Place / Roystonhill.

In 2007 Cornel Neil, a teacher at Royston primary school, had the belief that the pupils at his school would have a sense of fulfilment if they would get involved in an environmental project.

Spire View Housing Association took up the mantle.

Behind the school in Rhymer Street was some vacant land that could be made use of, but it did not belong to the Housing Association.

The Association succeeded in getting use of the land as well as some funding, and the ‘Garden Of Eden’ project was

born.

With professional guidance (and even a trip to Paris to look at a Community Garden on top of a tower block!) the school pupils settled on a scheme whereby they would grow fruit and vegetables, as well as plants that hopefully would attract butterflies, on one of the three planter beds that were made available.

The other two beds would be used by the residents of Spire View to do their own planting.

The pupils even designed the railings and archway incorporating the biological theme of evolution, including plants and animals, into the final design.

It was officially opened by the Deputy Lord Provost, Bailie Alan Stewart on June 2011 with many other dignitaries present.

One of the future plans for Spire View is to explore the case for the setting up of a community facility within the local area.

The Genn intends watching the activities of Spire View Housing Association over the next 25 years with great interest.

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Royston organisations celebrate 25 years with Minister of Housing and Welfare MARGARET Burgess, Minister for Housing and Welfare, joined Bob Doris MSP and Bailie Phil Greene to celebrate the 25th anniversary of both Royston Youth Action and Spire View Housing Association last Friday Royston Youth Action has been providing the local young people with various social, recreational, educational, and volunteering activities since 1992.

RYA aims to promote activity and self-discipline by motivating youth to reach their full potential as students, citizens and the like.

The Minister, Bob and Phil

Football Academy for Royston A BRAND new sporting opportunity for youngsters in the Royston area will be coming to Glenconner Park this summer.

The Glasgow Housing Association funded football academy is designed to give kids an active and constructive outlet during the summer months, and will be spearheaded by Blochairn Star AFC and funded by Government Community Safety and Glasgow City Council as well as receiving additional support from St Roch’s Juniors FC and Royston Youth Action. Royston Youth Action Chairperson Andrew Muir concluded: “Many children and young people will have a fantastic time this summer with the Commonwealth Games being hosted in Glasgow and all of our children and young people being inspired by all of the activities being financed by our funders”.

The academy will run its first session bi-weekly sessions on Wednesday the 2nd and Friday the 4th of July, with further session dates being confirmed once the best suitable times have been determined by parents.

If you want to get your child involved in the academy, you must register them by phoning 0141 572 0984.

toured the RYA facilities with Project Coordinator, Harry Young, as well as members of the board and staff.

The group was also able to meet with several young people that benefit from Royston Youth Action.

The group also visited the Rainbow Hall on Royston Hill to attend a reception held in celebration the 25th anniversary of Spire View Housing Association.

Spire View, along with other housing associations and other community groups in the area,

have long been working to regenerate the Royston area by modernising available housing and developing new builds.

Staff from Spire View and local residents greeted the Minister at the Rainbow Hall.

After the event, Bob Doris said: “The visit was a great opportunity for the Minister to see first-hand the wonderful job that Royston Youth Action does in the community. It was impressive to hear how the organisation has engaged with local schoolchildren and the kids from

Royston Primary spoke glowingly about how Royston Youth Action has helped them.

The visit coincided with 25th anniversary celebrations for them, and I look forward to working with Harry Young and the organisation for many years to come.”

Further, Bailie Greene said: “It was wonderful to learn about the efforts of both Royston Youth Action and Spire View Housing Association in improving their local community.

Their determination is an example to many.”

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ARMED FORCES DAY 2014 TO HONOUR AND THANK OUR ARMED FORCES ON Saturday the 28th of June we celebrate Armed Forces Day, which has now become established as an annual event.

Each year a different city bids to be nominated as the centre of activities for the celebrations, and this year the honour of host City falls on Stirling, who won the bid to stage the event and lead the national celebrations.

The preparation for the event had taken around 4 years.

This is a relatively new event, its history going back only as recently as February 2006, when the then Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Rt Hon Gordon Brown MP announced plans to celebrate Veterans’ Day with the aim of ensuring that the activities and contributions, both past and present, of our Veterans are recognised, commemorated and acknowledged.

During this day medals are awarded across the UK at local investitures to ex-servicemen and women.

The initial date chosen was the 27th of June, to coincide with the day after the celebration of the awarding of the first-ever Victoria Cross in 1857 commemorating bravery in the Crimean War. The name was changed to

Armed Forces Day in 2009 and is now celebrated on the last Saturday of June.

Previous Cities that were the focal point for the activities have been Birmingham in 2007, Blackpool in 2008, London in 2009, Cardiff in 2010, Edinburgh in 2011, Plymouth in 2012, and Nottingham in 2013.

Although the National Event is to be held in Stirling there will

cities all over the UK so that hundreds of local communities would be able to celebrate the big day and for the public to say ”thank you“ to our Armed Forces.

The Scottish Government is footing the £400,000 bill to stage the Stirling event.

It promises to be a spectacular day-out. The day starts with a parade of the three branches of the forces at 11a.m., supported by the stirring music of marching bands, which will commence at the Castle, march through the streets of the City down to the events field below the castle,

also be many more events held all over the UK in support of the Armed Forces Day. Over £312,000 has been awarded in funding by the Ministry of Defence to towns and

which forms the glorious backdrop to the festivities.

The parade will not only feature active personnel, but also veterans of all ages and the Cadet Forces from all over the UK.

Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, is to take the salute during the march.

Her Royal Highness is Admiral and Chief Commandant for Women in the Royal Navy.

She is also Royal Colonel of The Royal Scots Borderers, the 1st Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland (1 SCOTS), who will be represented in the Massed Pipes and Drums taking part in the parade.

In the events field a ‘Drumhead Service’ is planned which will lead up to a gun salute by the 105 Regiment of the Royal Artillery.

An eventful afternoon follows and features military demonstrations such as that of a ground assault with casualty evacuations using helicopters with troops ‘fast-roping’ to the ground from them with close air support from the Royal Air Force – a spectacle not to be missed.

There will be static displays, including aircraft, military vehicles, a Veterans’ Village, and marquees of all the Services: the Army; the Royal Navy; and the Royal Air Force.

If you do plan to be there, do look to the skies: parachute drops are planned by the ‘Red Devils’, which is the Parachute Regiment Display Team and the RAF Falcons.

A flypast of historic planes such as a Spitfire, Hurricane

and Lancaster, a rare spectacle, is planned, as well as of current aircraft, such as Tornadoes and Typhoons.

If all that is a bit too fast and furious for you, then head for the less noisy and more serene City Centre where there will be a carnival atmosphere where you can be entertained from musicians, comedians and other performers.

There are also music events scheduled in the various bars and cafés of the City.

Because parking will undoubtedly be at a premium in Stirling with at least 50,000 people anticipated to attend at what is probably the biggest event ever staged at Stirling, it is suggested that public transport be used if you intend going there.

Bus services are available from Buchanan Bus Station,

sion of pipers from all over the world starting from the Castle Esplanade on Friday evening celebrating the 700th anniversary of Bannockburn.

The second of the three events is ‘Bannockburn Live’ on Saturday and Sunday show-casing re-enactments of the battle and is part of the ‘Scotland Homecoming 2014’ calendar of events.

Whilst the other events are free, to gain admission to the ‘Bannockburn Live’ spectacle will set you back about £22.

If Stirling is a bit too far for you, or of you are unable to go there, you can still honour our armed forces a bit closer to home: George Square in fact, on the following day, Sunday the 29th of June.

This means you could attend both events if you are so

where there are regular services that terminate at Stirling; services going to such places as Perth, Dundee or St Andrews etc., also stop at Stirling.

There are also extra scheduled train services from Queen Street Station.

Once you have arrived at Stirling it is a 15 minute walk to King’s Park, where this free event takes place, or you can use a local taxi.

If you are still intent on coming by car then you should use the ‘Stirling Park and Ride’ facility at Castleview (M9 junction 10), or at Springkerse, just off the A91near the Retail Park.

For sat-navs the postcodes are FK9 4TW and FK7 7TL respectively, but there is no guarantee of a parking space.

This event is taking place at the same time as two other events in what is known as ‘Stirling’s Big Weekend’.

The first event being the ‘Pipefest’ - a colourful proces-

inclined, although the Glasgow event will be very low key in comparison.

As a precursor to the main event, a flag will be raised at the Cenotaph at George Square on the previous Monday (23rd June) with a very simple ceremony including a parade at 10.30 a.m.

On Sunday, the 29th there is scheduled to be a parade with representations from all three services, veterans and cadets who will march through some of the streets in the vicinity of George Square, returning to the Cenotaph where the parade will be addressed by the Lord Provost prior to a Civic Reception at the City Chambers.

There will be displays as well as information and awareness tents open to the public.

The flag lowering ceremony will take place at the Cenotaph on Monday 30th June at 10.15 a.m. closing the Glasgow celebrations.

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Our Armed Forces make immeasurable sacrifices on our behalf, but it can be tough for veterans to re-adjust to civilian life.

Despite acquiring the kind of skills and experience that are usually sought after by employers, they can find it difficult to get work. Many also encounter health problems, or struggle to secure housing.

Glasgow’s Helping Heroes is a unique project working with service personnel, veterans, their families and carers to overcome these challenges.

Supported by Glasgow City Council; Glasgow Housing Association, and the Soldiers, Sailors, Airman’s & Families Association, it provides information and advice on housing and homelessness; financial issues and benefits; health and addictions, and employment.

The team, which is made up of veterans, is also working closely with partners in Jobs & Business Glasgow & Remploy to address the impact of recent military redundancies.

The Glasgow Veterans Employment Programme (GVEP) offers employers an incentive to hire veterans – providing real jobs, with guaranteed payment at a rate higher than the minimum wage.

The programme is already a great success, with 36 veterans securing full time employment. Glasgow is the only city in the UK to provide this comprehensive support to our veterans.

It is also working in conjunction with First Bus, with an aim of recruiting 150 full-time drivers within the next year.

Glasgow City Council has agreed to fund training for the veterans, following successful completion of the initial interview.

Again this offers real jobs for service personnel and is a great opportunity for Glasgow citizens to secure work following return to the city from service.

To find out more, visit Glasgow’s Helping Heroes at George Square on Armed Forces Day, visit the website at www. glasgowhelpingheroes.org or call 0141 276 7199.

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Summer Programme at Royston Youth Action Timetable of Activities for Primary School Children

Timetable of Activities for Young People 12+

Royston Youth Action @ Rainbow Hall 2014 Summer Programme.

Royston Youth Action @ 325 Royston Road 2014 Summer Programme.

Royston Commonwealth Games - Opening Ceremony 11am Tuesday 22nd July Closing Ceremony 1pm Wednesday 30th July

NB –Trips to Commonwealth Game events may become available at short notice and so programme could change.

Week 1

7/7/14 Monday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

8/7/14 Tuesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

9/7/14 Wednesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

10/7/14 Thursday 10am-Trip

11/7/14 Friday 6.30pm 8.00pm DISCO

Arts & Crafts/ Music Games/ Sports Trips and Commonwealth Games Trips

Week 1

2/7/14 Tuesday BIKE RIDE @ 12noon

3/7/14 Wednesday SPORTS ACTIVITY @ 12noon

4/7/14 Thursday TRIP @ 12noon

5/7/14 Friday YOUTH CLUB @ 6pm

6/7/14 Saturday CHARITY FUN DAY @ 12noon

7/7/14 Sunday

Week 2

14/7/14 Monday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

15/7/14 Tuesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

16/7/14 Wednesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

17/7/14 Thursday 10am-Trip

18/7/14

Arts & Crafts/ Music Games/ Sports Trips and Commonwealth Games Trips

Week 2

8/7/14 Tuesday KAYAKING @ 12noon

9/7/14 Wednesday SPORTS ACTIVITY @ 12noon

10/7/14 Thursday TRIP @ 12noon

11/7/14 Friday YOUTH CLUB @ 6pm

12/7/14 Saturday YOUTH CLUB @ 6pm

21/7/14

22/7/14 Tuesday 10am-11am Opening Ceremony Royston Commonwealth Games

23/7/14 Wednesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

24/7/14 Thursday 10am-Trip

13/7/14 Sunday WORLD CUP FINAL FUN DAY @3pm

Week 3

15/7/14 Tuesday BIKE RIDE @ 12noon

16/7/14 Wednesday SPORTS ACTIVITY @ 12noon

17/7/14 Thursday JOINT TRIP @ 10am

18/7/14 Friday

19/7/14 Saturday

20/7/14 Sunday

HOLIDAY

HOLIDAY

HOLIDAY

28/7/14 Monday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

29/7/14 Tuesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

30/7/14 Wednesday 10am-1pm 1pm Closing Ceremony

31/7/14 Thursday 10am-Trip

22/7/14 Tuesday 11am Opening Ceremony Royston Commonwealth Games @ Rainbow Hall

23/7/14 Wednesday GAMES OFFICIALLY OPEN

24/7/14 Thursday GLASGOW GREEN FESTIVAL TRIP @ 12noon

25/7/14 Friday GAMES TICKETS 10am till 12noon

26/7/14 Saturday COMMONWEALTH SPORTS FUN DAY AT SPRINGBURN @ 1pm

27/7/14 Sunday

4/8/14 Monday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

5/8/14 Tuesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

6/8/14 Wednesday 10am-1pm 2pm-4pm

7/8/14 Thursday 10am-Trip

Week 3

Week 4

Week 5

Holiday

Holiday

25/7/14 Friday 6.30pm 8.00pm DISCO

Arts & Crafts/ Music Games/ Sports Trips and Commonwealth Games Trips, Royston Commonwealth games activities

1/8/14 Friday 6.30pm 8.00pm DISCO

Royston Commonwealth games activities.

Trips and Commonwealth Games Trips

8/8/14 Friday 6.30pm 8.00pm DISCO

Talent Show DVDs Games Closing Disco

NB –Trips to Commonwealth Game events may be available. Children will take part in the Royston‛s Commonwealth Games during the summer programme by selecting a country, designing a national dress outfit, making a mascot and taking part in sport events.

Week 4

SPORTS ACTIVITY @ 12noon

YOUTH CLUB @ 6pm

Week 5

29/7/14 Tuesday KAYAKING @ 12noon

30/7/14 Wednesday 1pm Royston Games Closing Ceremony @ Rainbow Hall

31/7/14 Thursday JOINT TRIP @ 10am

1/8/14 Friday YOUTH CLUB @ 6pm

2/8/14 Saturday YOUTH CLUB @ 6pm

3/8/14 Sunday

Week 6

5/8/14 Tuesday RESIDENTIAL

6/8/14 Wednesday RESIDENTIAL

7/8/14 Thursday RESIDENTIAL

8/8/14 Friday RESIDENTIAL

9/8/14 Saturday YOUTH BEATZ FESTIVAL

10/8/14 Sunday

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Summer fun at the Commonwealth Carnival GLASGOW has been enjoying a relatively hot and sunny summer this year, with some days sharing similar temperatures with typical holiday spots such as Ibiza and Marbella.

What better way to celebrate this than at the 2014 Commonwealth Games Carnival Procession in Alexandra Park?

The event took place, on Saturday the 21st, and locals came out in their droves to celebrate the imminent sporting events.

It also followed on from the smaller scale but just as successful carnival that took place in Easterhouse’s own Auchinlea park just a fortnight previous as part of the Carnival Processions and Festival Days initiative, set up by multiple Glaswegian organisations including Glasgow Life, Legacy 2014 and Platform.

The event featured an incredible variety of fun and exciting activities for all ages, including kayaking and other sporting activities, as well

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Another popular feature was the live music stage - at which there was a reggae theme - and locals were treated to a pleasant mix of driving bass and exotic Caribbean tones.

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The atmosphere was an extremely positive one as over 5,000 people enjoyed the sun and their surroundings. Dennistoun Council member Jane Clarke concluded “It’s been brilliant!

Lovely to see so many families in the park, and it’s great to meet who are visiting from elsewhere too!”.

The carnival was a great success overall, and it was very encouraging to see such a high level of community spirit from locals, as well as highlighting how friendly and welcoming a city Glasgow can be.

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With Paul Mclellan With Mark Johnson

DRUMS. RAP. YES

The new place in Town is the recently opened micro brewery in the well park area, next door to the Tennents Brewery ironically.

So with the sun having been out for a few days I thought lets go to the Drygate brewery and catch the last of the sun before it did disappears.

We arrived at The Drygate Bar and Restaurant, to see door stewards at the main entrance, was a bit bewildering, but I suppose it was a Friday night and they couldn’t have been nicer, they approached and welcomed us, a very nice touch, though surprising at the same time.

As we enter there is an outside seating area with some people having a beer enjoying the fading sun.

Inside the football is on upstairs, or you can have a table in the restaurant.

The main bar has a choice of some great beers,the beers on offer ranging from light 4.1% to a legendary 9.3%.

The staff all enjoy working and serving some of the best beer in the world, very nice to see some passion from team members, it reinstates the quality Drygate are providing.

The decor is modern, the atmosphere buzzing throughout, form football fans up stairs, to couples having a romantic meal downstairs and families with kids relaxing and enjoying time together.

The staff are bubbly and friendly and happy to explain the menu.

We decided to go for the grazing menu, where we could try a bit of everything 6 different items each.

The grazing menu which is ideal for sharing has a taste of everything.

An ala carte menu, and a specials menu are also available with a fixed set menu available Monday

to Wednesday 3-5pm with 2 course for £11.00 or 3 course £15.00.

The ala-carte menu offers some great dishes with Pigeon as one starter, to pork belly and langistine, Octopus, pastrami, potted shrimp, mackerel, marguez salami.

While waiting you can take in the great buzz of the place, and see happy people all around you from the staff to the customers.

Food is presented and served on nice wooden boards and is full of flavour and taste Our food and 4 pints of their very nice beer £29.30, which i thought was great value, you could get it cheaper but with the service, the atmosphere, quality of the food, I think it well worth the visit .

Drygate offers great food and drink, and served by people who really care, though it isn’t the cheapest it is well worth it.

From the moment we entered Drygate till the time we left, the buzz in the place was great, the staff were just awesome, and the quality of what they do in Drygate has set such a high standard.

And I’m sure it will continue to strive, as it has only been open since February.

I would recommend this place to anyone couples families or friends looking for a great place in the east end, it really is all you need in one place, just love it.

So everyone get down and sample what this place has to offer, I’ll be surprised if you’re not happy.

Other suggestions for family meals with the kids…

Kids eat free Monday to Thursday 3-5pm and eat for £1 on Sundays all day in Brewers fayre and Beefeater.

Frankie and Bennys Kids eat free on Sundays with one paying adult.

FROM starting out in 2011 to a Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) nomination this year Hector Bizerk have been the rising stars of Scottish Music.

The Glasgow based hip hop group consists of drummer Audrey Tait and Louie complemented by Fraser Sneddon (Bass) and Jennifer Muir (synths, percussion).

Having played at T in the Park, Wickerman Festival, and various other Scottish festivals they have gained a reputation for explosive high energy live shows and have supported the likes of Grand Master Flash, Wu Tang Clan, Jurassic 5 and Alt-J. Already with a back catalogue of two EPs and two albums, their latest album Nobody Seen Nothing has seen them scale new heights.

Having already won the Scottish Alternative Music Award’s Best Hip Hop award this year they took on the cream of Scottish music when they were shortlisted for the SAY award.

The award promotes and rewards the most outstanding albums released by Scottish artists between January and December of the previous calendar year.

It promotes a long list of twenty albums nominated by the Scottish Music Industry Association’s nominators, which, in turn, is reduced to a shortlist of ten based on a public vote.

The award ceremony was held last week at The Barrlowlands.

I met the Audrey and Louie to chat about their nomination and their music.

Speaking about the nomination Audrey said: “We were delighted to be on the long list, not in a way that we didn’t believe in the album though.

When we got on the shortlist it was amazing.

We are the only self released album on the shortlist.”

Emphasising the point about their DIY attitude she added: “We’ve not got management, we answer our own emails.”

Louie continued: “When you look at who dropped out the longlist, Roddy Hart, Camera Obscura, Frightened Rabbit, there were a lot of raised eyebrows about that, so for us to be anywhere near that it’s just incredible.

You know, Chvrches, Biffy, Boards of Canada, Edwin Collins, (all shortlisted) it’s nuts.

(At the awards ceremony)

The guys from Chvrches came up to us and said we were listening to your album today playing FIFA. We’re on the crest of a wave just now” As far removed from the usual themes of misogyny and money in corporate hip hop, Never Seen Nothing covers a wide range of subjects from inner reflection, social decay, social prejudice, erosion of civil liberties, bigotry fused with a tongue in cheek light hearted touch drawing comparison to Irvine Welsh and Aiden Moffat.

I asked Louie about his lyrics and he said: “I don’t think we set out to touch on any particular subject.

We write every day and we write about our surroundings and the things that influence and inspire you.

Living in the East End of Glasgow it doesn’t matter whether you’re writing hip hop or a novel, or poetry, you draw from that and create from there.

As a writer you’re influenced by your surroundings.

I’m influenced by hip hop like Immortal Technique, Public Enemy. NAS, people I feel like there’s a real meaning behind the music.

Some of my first memories of music are watching videos of U2 at Live Aid in 1985, at the height of the British in Ireland, and he (Bono) said ‘we’re from a town called Dublin and like all places it has its good and its bad’ and as a wee guy, five or six years old, I just really tuned into that, and they played Bloody Sunday.

I always knew music could have a wider message and deeper meaning and not just people singing ‘ella ella ella.’

It’s not just about problems, it’s about funny conversations you overhear, or things that you see, trying to have that genuine Scottish sense of humour.

There’s quite a bit of tongue in cheek stuff on it.

There are some serious rousing lyrics on it, but we try to find that balance between festival anthems that you can dance to and lyrical content that if you’re not out your nut in a muddy field you can tune into it” Audrey added: “There’s a lot of imagery on it as well.

Party at A&E is a good example of Louie’s skills descriptively as a storyteller.

Listening to the lyrics you can picture it.

We’ve all been on Sauchiehall Street and all been a part of it.

It’s tongue in cheek, but it’s serious as well.”

Louie added: “It must be the same in Dundee, Aberdeen, or whatever as well.

That environment where everybody’s covered in kebab sauce” “I think it is important to touch on social issues, like on My Little Bigots.

I just wanted to laugh at people who have that closed mind.

Hip hop is the antithesis of that.

It’s about embracing and meeting new people and learning about new things.

Racism and hip hop don’t go hand in hand” As well as driving the band rhythmically Audrey also handles production duties.

To date she is the only female producer ever to be shortlisted for a SAY award.

The drum heavy sound is complimented by additional percussion, crushing distorted basslines, heavy synth stabs, occasional guitar flourishes and samples juxtaposed with Louie’s distinctive rapping style.

I asked Audrey about her production style, she said: “A lot of Hip Hop fans might not like what we do, we’re not classic boom bap, we’re quite alternative as well.

We try and push it and we’ve got the band.

There’s thirteen tracks on the album and they’re all approached differently.

Tracks like Orchestrate and Party at A&E we’d been doing live, we’d record the rehearsal in a rehearsal room, on a laptop, nothing fancy, and we’d go in and record it as we’d been doing it live” Some of the songs like An Assortment Of Idiots, I had the parts all mapped out in my head and I went in and recorded it.

Louie took that and wrote to it and we added in the other instrumentation.”

Louie sang her praises saying: “The album we produced in a wee studio in Cumbernauld pitched up against albums that have had hundreds of thousands of pounds spent on them?

I think that it’s testament to her ability as a musician and as an engineer.”

As a live act Hector Bizerk have gained a glowing reputation.

Louie told me about their live shows: “We very much pride ourselves on our live show and I think that our live show has been our main selling point.

What we do is live, we don’t use any backing tracks or nothing.

We want it to be like a carnival, we still want that conscious lyricism where you’re talking about real issues, but just to have people dance as well.

Hip hop culture is the cornerstone of our lives, you know?

That idea of embracing knowledge and always wanting to learn about other cultures and other places and to travel and express your thoughts and experiences whether that’s through rap or break dancing or beatboxing.

We try to include the visual element in our live shows with Pearl Kinnear doing the live art and we have The Flying Jalepeno BBoy crew with us whenever we can just to showcase that there are talented people in Scotland practicing the art of hip hop.”

Hector Bizerk play Oran Mor at the West End Festival All Dayer on Sunday 29th June and Barrowland supporting The Libertines (Sold out) on Sunday 29th June.

Look out for their Hectember weekend in September.

More details will follow here closer the time.

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Independence Forum SCOTTISH INDY ART EVENT AND DEBATE AT THE IMAGINARIUM IN POSSIL YES/NO is a scottish independence themed event based around an exhibition of artist’s responses to the theme.

The exhibition will take place in The Imaginarium on Saracen Street and will run simultaneously with the first ever referendum debate in Possilpark.

There will be guest speakers from Better Together, Yes Scotland and members of the local community.

There will also be live, unplugged music performances from young singer songwriters.

Work exhibited will include ceramic, photographic, printed, illustrated and knitted work from Kevin Andrew Morris, Eleanor Paul, Aileen Mckay, Heather More, Danielle Banks, Heather Brennan, Knitters for Independence, Iona Murray.

The exhibition is organised by somewhereto_ to give young people a forum to express their opinion and an opportunity to have their work shown and sold with no commission charged alongside other art. somewhereto_ works with 16 - 25 year olds and gives them free space to do the things they love.

The Imaginarium is one of two Glasgow somewhereto_ venues and the project has been running since february, organising drama workshops, exhibitions, gigs, auditions, screen printing workshops, cinema events and more.

The exhibition also includes work from artists who are practicing professionally.

The exhibition is curated by Danielle Banks.

Yes/No is organised in partnership with Depot Arts.

Depot Arts is a community arts organisation working throughout North Glasgow.

They organise workshops events and projects and corun The Imaginarium with The Concrete Garden, a community garden project based on Balmore Road.

According to the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation, Possilpark is undoubtedly an area that needs more attention, investment and regeneration.

We hope to encourage residents to have their say and register to vote in September.

This event will be the first of a series of referendum themed events leading up to the vote.

ONLY a Yes vote on September 18 will give the Scotland the job-creating powers we need to create more and better employment opportunities here – that much is clear.

The UK’s economy is incredibly imbalanced, with power and opportunity concentrated in the South-East of England. Even Tory Chancellor George Osborne has said London’s total economic dominance is “unhealthy”.

Westminster’s one-size-fits-all economic policies restrict Scotland’s ability to grow our economy and improve employment prospects here.

With a Yes, we can reverse that imbalance. Scotland will have control of the full range of economic powers available to any independent country to create new jobs for our people.

Using vital powers over tax, investment and economic strategy, Scotland can boost international exports, attract more overseas investment, encourage small firms to hire more staff and undertake an ambitious strategy of reindustrialisation.

With the right tools, an independent Scottish Government will be enabled

and empowered to make our economy more successful and create more opportunities here. Scotland’s needs will always be the number one priority – not an afterthought.

The No campaign has been quick to seize on comments by some companies expressing concerns about independence. Many of those statements are the same we heard before the devolution referendum of 1997, but even the No campaign agree that making our own decisions has been great for Scotland.

Those fears were proven unfounded then and they will be again after a Yes vote in September. Scotland is a great place to do business – independence can only enhance that.

A Yes vote also means the opportunity for Scotland to become a fairer country, with people better rewarded for their work. Scotland’s one of the world’s top twenty wealthiest nations, but for too many it just doesn’t feel that way.

Under Westminster, wages have fallen faster since 2010 than in almost any other EU country. In-work poverty is alarmingly high.

A Yes vote gives Scotland the power to ensure better wages – for example by raising the minimum wage to equal the living wage, meaning thousands of pounds extra a year for lower earners.

We can ensure that a day’s work always earns decent pay, and rebalance our economy to create higher quality employment opportunities.

Using the powers a Yes vote will deliver, we can build a more successful economy that delivers prosperity, fairness and opportunity in equal measure.

That means better jobs, and more of them, for people in Scotland.

OUR NHS is the best example of why we can have the best of both worlds for Scotland. Decisions about our health service are taken here in Scotland, by the people who live and work here.

That’s as it should be.

Since devolution we’ve made huge strides in improving the health of people in Glasgow and across Scotland. For example, we’ve seen a ban introduced on smoking in public places which is a positive step forward.

However, the investment needed to sustain our NHS, comes from taxpayers across the whole of the UK, not just in Scotland, which is why spending on health here is higher per head than the UK average. That’s a powerful and positive case for Scotland staying in the UK. Research by the Nuffield Trust shows that health spending in Scotland is £2,115 per head, compared to just £2,109 in Northern Ireland; £1,954 in Wales; and £1,912 in England. This means that health spending in Scotland is around £200 higher per head than the UK average.

The UK’s greatest achievement is in creating a health service based on need, not nationality or ability to pay. Regardless of where you live in the UK you can

Joint pledge on more powers

SCOTTISH Labour Party leader Johann Lamont, Scottish Liberal Democrat leader Willie Rennie, and Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson issued a joint statement this afternoon guaranteeing more powers to Scotland in the event of a No vote this September.

The statement pledges to strengthen further the power of the Scottish Parliament, in particular in the areas of fiscal responsibility and social security.

The statement says: “Power lies with the Scottish people and we believe it is for the Scottish people to decide how we are governed.

“We believe that the pooling and sharing of resources across the United Kingdom is to Scotland’s benefit in a partnership

of four nations in which distinct national identities can flourish and be celebrated.

“We believe that Scotland and the United Kingdom have been strengthened since the advent of devolution.

“We support a strong Scottish Parliament in a strong United Kingdom and we support the further strengthening of the Parliament’s powers.

“The three parties delivered more powers for Holyrood through the Calman Commission which resulted in the Scotland Act 2012.

“We now pledge to strengthen further the powers of the Scottish Parliament, in particular in the areas of fiscal responsibility and social security.

We believe that Scotland

should have a stronger Scottish Parliament while retaining full representation for Scotland at Westminster.

Our common agenda can bring people together from all of Scotland, from civic society and every community.

“The Scottish Labour Party, the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party and the Scottish Liberal Democrats have each produced our own visions of the new powers which the Scottish Parliament needs.

“We shall put those visions before the Scottish people at the next general election and all three parties guarantee to start delivering more powers for the Scottish Parliament as swiftly as possible in 2015.

“Our common endeavour

get the treatment you need.

A patient from Glasgow can get a life-saving lung transplant in Newcastle, just as people living elsewhere in the UK can benefit from specialist treatment in Scotland. Today we have a hassle-free cross-border system that works for Scotland.

Expert analysis from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has shown that a separate Scotland would face spending cuts or tax rises worth between £3 billion and £10 billion. Under the most optimistic scenario that would mean spending cuts of 8% or a 9% increase in the basic rate of income tax. That would put the budget for our NHS at risk.

The best way to protect vital public services in Glasgow, such as spend on hospitals and health centres, is to remain in the UK. Today we have the safety net that being part of something bigger gives us, but separation would put that at risk because of an over reliance on tax from North Sea oil. Everybody but Alex Salmond accepts that this is volatile and running out.

Separation puts what we enjoy today at risk. That’s why people across Glasgow are saying No Thanks to separation.

will deliver a stronger Scottish Parliament in a stronger United Kingdom.”

Labour’s leader, Ed Miliband, added: “Johann Lamont is right to highlight the broad support across Scotland to give more powers to Holyrood.

“I am committed to implementing the strong recommendations of Scottish Labour’s devolution commission to make the Scottish Parliament stronger within a strong United Kingdom.

“If elected Prime Minister, in less than a year’s time my government will include a Scotland Bill in its first Queen’s Speech, guaranteeing more powers for the Scottish Parliament.

That is a firm promise to the people of Scotland.”

Have your say Dear Editor Why does no one in the media highlight the No Thanks campaign’s blatant lies?

For example, Alasdair Darling said that the First Minister has backed out of a TV debate, when he said we wouldn’t debate anything before the Commonwealth games?

It was the No Thanks side that declined!

It’s incidents like this that make you lose trust in politicians, and is why I’m voting YES! I Moffat, Dennistoun

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Your Horoscope Predictions

By Eris

Aries

(21 March - 20 April)

Libra

(24 Sep - 23 Oct)

This months aspect could indicate that you are of two minds about a person with whom you have been thinking of forming a relationship, simply because they bring out some very strange reactions in you. On the one hand, you see them as a source of amusement, and on the other, you find them at times extremely irritating. Only you can decide if it’s worth- while. You have positive changes to look forward to, you can just enjoy the way things are rolling along for now.

Anxious feelings could leave you needing to retreat. Perhaps it’s time to relax and work on stress-busting techniques, especially through the beginning of July. Far horizons call with a focus on travel, learning, and expanding your options. This period brings a special opportunity to move outside your comfort zone. In particular, the New Moon brings a twoweek window of opportunity in which to make a fresh start. Be careful in romance this period and remember all that glitters may not be gold

Taurus

Scorpio

(21 April - 21 May)

People might make a lot of demands on you during this current moon phase.

Do what you can and accept graciously what is offered in exchange, and then let it go. You may feel less secure and grounded from the end of June. Keep track of your wallet, phone, and keys, and relax. This won’t last long. Siblings (or a few close friends) could descend on you after the June 27 New Moon.

Watch your Ps and Qs for a few days before and after. Be well situated and ready to jump in and turn a new corner in a relationship or friendship

Gemini

(22 May - 21 June)

(24 Oct - 22 Nov)

Let the next Full Moon boost your selfconfidence and sense of security. Don’t hide from people, but expect to do your best work and thinking out of sight and out of the minds of others. There’s less criticism that way. July could be a busy and emotionally intense month. Stay cool and calm, and refuse to get rattled.

A love interest or romantic involvement could appear close to home at the end of June. If a friend of a friend of a sibling has a crush on you, don’t be surprised (or rude). Roll with it if it appeals to you if not let them down gently.

Sagittarius

(23 Nov - 21 Dec)

If you have a taste for the unusual, this is going to be the period for it.

This month creates interesting and harmonious aspects. Because of this, you’re going to be faced with fresh, interesting new challenges that might require you to be on your toes more often. Friends may come to you with interesting puzzles for you to solve.

Family may be looking to you for advice that will help a loved one out of a crisis.

It’s a hot social scene from the next Full Moon. People are going to want to be with you. Don’t have so much fun that you’re exhausted, This coming July could be a roller-coaster ride of a month. Be mentally sharp and bright, but don’t be surprised if you’re washed away on a tide of emotion. The June 27 New Moon is a great time to start a bunch of small but significant changes or additions to your work routine or diet. Be good to yourself in a million little ways

Cancer

Capricorn

(22 June - 23 July)

(22 Dec - 20 Jan)

Your professional life may appear to be a flurry of wild ideas, some of which may be too wild to act upon, but others may be the seeds of bigger things. Jupiter’s retrograde status and Capricorn’s unusually heavy influence at the beginning of the year may produce a few more frowns than you’re used to when you present new ideas.

Never mind, though... your fertile mind is going to benefit you in many ways, not the least of which will be finding new employment if that’s what you desire.

A dream or moment of quiet contemplation could bring inspiration, thanks to your intuition. When it comes to family affairs, a friend could suggest a radical solution that you might want to adopt. Kindness, sympathy, and good feelings abound, making for easy relationships. The New Moon can be perfect for starting a diet or fitness routine, particularly if you’re eager to get a beach-ready body. A romantic opportunity could be too good to miss.

Leo

(24 July - 23 Aug)

Aquarius

Virgo

(24 Aug - 23 Sep)

Your powers of critical thinking will get a big boost on this current aspect. You can make things perfect and correct and avoid minor errors. Fully embrace your discriminatory powers. The nextFull Moon shines on your family and home environment. Try to keep things quiet, don’t force anything, and let the magic of the night provide its comfort and blessings. If there’s friction with friends before June 27, the New Moon brings you a chance to shift things around socially and make some new friends and different alliances.

This period could pack a punch that brings to a head something that most people have been avoiding. You may not like it either, but the resolution will be well worth it. Have your finances in order - or at least in hand - for the next Full Moon, since this lunation affects your money and material possessions.

Think no surprises, and perhaps an opportunity or two for increase. After the June 27 New Moon you will be dragged out of seclusion and pushed more into the public spotlight.

(21 Jan - 19 Feb)

This month could whet your curiosity and set you exploring something that interested you before but has since been dropped or forgotten. If work or office life gets a bit rocky. The New Moon lets you touch up any rough spots with co-workers or superiors.

You could even make a major change in career direction. Don’t be brash, but don’t be anxious, either The Moon brings extra light into your work and career efforts. Act generously but speak modestly for the best and most long-lasting results.

Pisces

Just a Thought Desires dictate our priorities, priorities shape our choices, and choices determine our actions

PEOPLE forget the great power they hold within them, they have-the power to shape their life.

Our life is shaped by the choices we make.

You are the one who choose how to live your life or create your life’s path.

Our future will not be determined by chance, but rather by the choices we make today.

Life is a series of choices.

The choices we make now affect the options available for the next round of choices.

Learning what to choose, and how to choose, may be the most important education you will ever receive.

There is no such thing as the perfect person.

All humans are imperfect whether we like it or not, but it is not something to be tense about.

It is our imperfections that make us, human.

These imperfections teach us about ourselves and the mistakes we make in life will teach us how to be a better human being.

And those who let their mistakes teach them and not rule them are one step closer to becoming the perfect person.

There are moments in our lives when we find ourselves at a crossroads. The choices we make in those moments can define the rest of our days. And, of course when faced with the unknown, most of us prefer to turn around and go back.

There may be times we make choices that cause our path to become tough, confusing and uncertain.

Our path seems like a series of hills and valleys, there is never any balance.

When this happens, we should stop and examine the choices we made that have taken us down this path.

We should evaluate those choices and identify alternatives or new choices that will bring us back to our true paththe one we originally created.

Once again we shape our lives by the choices we make.

The choices we make in those moments can define the rest of our days, as can the ability to Dream There is no person in the whole world that isn’t filled with dreams, goals and ideals.

These things are a part of life and human nature.

We all have the desire for a good life.

Dreams are vital to the life of every person.

Without dreams, there is nothing to plan or look forward to, therefore, no reason to live.

Dreams are what make us what we are.

Everyone has a different dream and these dreams are what influence our whole lives.

Without dreams a person has no motivation.

Dreams are what motivates us and keeps us going through the hard times.

Is James Dyson the best engi-

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neer in the world?

Does Mac Donald’s make the best hamburger in the world?

The answer is no.

They are certainly the best dreamers in the world; they believed in magic, in the power of their dreams, no matter what the external world thought about them these people believed in their internal dreams.

We dream of something better than we presently have and it is that which motivate us to succeed in achieving our goals, our dreams.

All men who have achieved great things have been great dreamers.

Any person that has achieved something great had a dream first and Motivation to see it through If you don’t have motivation, you will be a failure in life. You will not be able to achieve those goals and will lead a miserable life.

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July could be profoundly touchy-feely.

Be generous but respectful about hugs.

The June 27 New Moon opens doors and provides lots of opportunities for fun and creativity. Psychodrama could peak, too, especially with family, so try to minimize or completely skip that part. Not getting scared or feeling inferior can help. The last few days of the month set you up to do great things for someone else and earn massive karmic brownie points be bold be honest and be yourself

You will never enjoy the luxuries of life and you will never feel happy. You will be a failure and you will be nothing in life.

Dreaming helps you to get an attitude of doing better or constant improvement.

Keep your heart open to dreams.

For as long as there’s a dream, there is hope, and as long as there is hope, there is joy in living.

The most successful people on earth are so because of the reason that they believed in their dreams and walked every path, unlocked all the keys on the road to the achievement of their dreams.

You are not poor because you don’t have money, you are poor because you don’t have a dream, so lift your head choose to dream your dream and be motivated to see it through and live your life the way it should be.

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TEAM SCOTLAND’S SALLY CONWAY BACKS GLASGOW SPORT PROJECT TO GO FOR GOLD

TEAM Scotland judoka, Sally Conway, took time out of training today to meet young people from Glasgow’s Active East project and show them some winning moves.

Active East is the only Scottish organisation competing to win Best Sports Project in the final of this year’s National Lottery Awards. The Awards reward and recognise the inspira-

tional work of National Lottery funded projects across the UK. Using the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games as a springboard, Active East received National Lottery, Comic Relief as well as The Robertson Trust funding to encourage more young people in the East of Glasgow to take part in sport and physical activity and build skills through volunteering.

A group of young people from the project travelled through to Edinburgh to meet Sally and take part in a training session with her. Active East are working with Judo Scotland to pilot female only Judo sessions immediately after the games with a view to starting a Judo club in the East of Glasgow.

Sally Conway is one of over 1,300 National Lottery funded

elite athletes. The funding allows her to compete and train to the highest international standards.

During the visit Sally said: “The pressure is really building to the Games, so it has been great to take time out to meet the group today and share with them a little bit about what a career in sport is like.

“National Lottery funding has helped me to get to where I am today and it’s fantastic to see how it’s also creating a lasting impact from the Glasgow Games by getting more young people involved in sport. I really hope everyone gets behind Active East to win Best Sports Project.”

Active East was plucked from over 750 entries to go through to the finals of The National Lottery Awards.

Kirsty Partridge, Programme Manager of Active East, said: “We’re absolutely over the moon to have reached the finals of The National Lottery

Awards.

“With the Commonwealth Games just around the corner, it has been really inspiring to meet Sally and hear about how she got into sport and made it her career. It’s really given us the will to win!

“National Lottery money has been integral to the success of our project. We’re hoping all our supporters will get behind us and help us pick up that winner’s trophy as these amazing young people who volunteer thousands of hours between them really deserve the recognition.”

Ian Reid, Chief Executive of Scottish Sports Futures the Glasgow based charity managing Active East: “A huge thanks to National Lottery for recognising the achievements of this group of volunteers and all the partners involved in the process. We have been inspired by the enthusiasm of young people, they have bought in to the Active East programme and the

results of their efforts have been outstanding. They are committed to moving forward in life while supporting and motivating others to do the same. If anyone wants to see what Legacy looks like in action come and speak to us or better still meet one of our Active Champions”.

Winners in each category will attend the star-studded National Lottery Awards in September, shown on BBC One, and go home with a £2,000 cash prize.

Only one other Glasgow-based project is competing in this year’s National Lottery Awards.

Gorbals Recycles Project is competing against six other organisations from around the UK to win Best Environment Project. Founded in 2004, the project has diverted thousands of tonnes of domestic waste and helped families on low incomes along the way.

For full details on the National Lottery Awards go to www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/ awards

“Nae Excuse” At Parkhead CONGRATULATIONS to the five young people from Parkhead Youth Project who completed the Activate programme.

The awards ceremony was held at the University of Glasgow on 16th June where the young people were awarded with their certificates and celebrated the success of completing the course.

Activate is an outreach programme delivered by the University of Glasgow.

It enable participants to reflect on their community involvement and examine the different practices and approaches to working and living in the community.

The young people were participants from PYP’s “Nae Excuse... for Sectarian Abuse” project funded by the Scottish Government and during the course they had the opportunity to reflect on their own personal beliefs, values, community and explore anti-discrimination and anti-sectarianism through facilitated discussion and debates with their peers on a weekend course with young people from over Scotland.

The “Nae Excuse” project runs a series of workshops and activities including football, workshops and drama and invites young people to contact PYP to find out more.

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Local Police News Police Appeal Murder of Jean Campbell

AS the investigation into the murder of Jean Campbell continues Police Scotland detectives renew their appeal.

On Friday 13 December 2013, Jean Campbell was murdered in Cranhill Park in the East End of Glasgow.

The body of the 53-year-old was discovered just over 100 metres from her home address where she lived with her husband John for over 17 years.

Jean was a mother of three and was well known in the community of Cranhill.

On the day that she was murdered, Jean had been out on the estate and at around 15:30 CCTV images captured her at her local shop buying a newspaper, some drinks, as well as food for her German shepherd dog, Kai. At approximately 17:50, Jean’s husband left to go to work in Jean’s black Nissan Qashqai.

This was the last sighting of Jean by a family member.

Later that evening, CCTV captured her walking her dog towards the park on Bellrock

Street on two occasions.

She was wearing pyjama bottoms, a black three-quarter length jacket with a hood, socks and flip flops.

The first sighting captured Jean at 21:47 walking towards the park, down Bellrock Street, past the Credit Union building.

Jean is then seen to return back home with her dog at 22:04.

The second and final sighting of Jean on CCTV was at 22:30 heading back again towards the park with her dog.

Jean never returned home.

On Saturday, 14 December, at around 07:30, Jean’s husband returned home from his night shift to find their home empty.

He presumed that his wife was out walking their dog and left to look for her in the nearby park.

John went along the route that was normally taken.

As he approached the gated enclosed area, where they would normally let the dog off its leash, he could hear the dog barking.

John entered the fenced derelict park area and found his wife lying face down.

He called 999 at around 07:40.

Jean had been murdered in the children’s play area to the rear of the Beacon Centre.

Police believe this was a quick sustained attack.

She had suffered bruising sporadically all over her body and received trauma to her head.

We would urge anybody with any information to contact us and the main points of this latest renewed appeal are as follows;

the area of Cranhill Park between 21:30 and 23:30?

A number of images of people around the area at that time need to be traced.

It may be that some of these people have seen something of significance and it is imperative that they contact the police and identify themselves.

• The murderer may have sustained minor injuries to their face or body during the attack and it is possible that their clothing may be dirty or stained with mud or grass.

Do you know anyone who came home late on the evening of Friday 13 December or in the early hours of Saturday 14 December with unexplained injuries or dirt stained clothing?

Maybe that person was acting strangely.

• Detectives believe someone out there is either harbouring the person responsible or knows their identity but has not come forward.

Police urge that person to get in touch.

• Crimestoppers are offering a reward of up to £5000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Jean’s killer.

If you have any information, no matter how small or insignificant you may believe it to be please contact Police Scotland on 101 or if you wish to remain anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Serious Assault in Maryhill ABOUT 1830hrs on Tuesday 17th June 2014 a 36 year old male was involved in a disturbance on Haywood Street, Glasgow whereby he was slashed to his severe injury.

Quick actions by the officers in attendance led to the weapon being recovered and a 59 year old male being arrested nearby.

Assault Accused Seriously Assaulted!

• Police want anyone who saw Jean Campbell on Friday 13 December 2013 to come forward.

• Were you in and around

A 32 year old male who recently embarked on a random spree of assaults on members of the public in the Gallowgate area of Glasgow didn’t anticipate the actions of further males who were subsequently arrested for assaulting him.

The 32 year old was alleged

to have assaulted members of the public prior to being stopped by a group of males who carried out a violent and sustained attack on the male with an array of weapons.

The males eventually left the injured party prior to police being contacted.

As a result of enquiries a 51 year old male and a 46 year old male were arrested and appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court regarding the incident and the 32 year old male was arrested and appeared at Glasgow Sheriff Court regarding his initial actions.

Youth Education

DVD used to help educate young children on crime prevention A Disney DVD aimed at young children that promotes honesty, kindness and responsible behaviour is to be used in East Dunbartonshire primary schools to educate young children on crime prevention.

The Safety Smart – Honest and Real DVD shows two popular characters from The Lion King; Timon and Pumbaa sharing lessons on how to identify and practice good character traits.

The honest, kind and responsible behaviour shown by the characters in the DVD includes: • Being kind to others • Not taking credit for other people’s work • Doing your fair share in group activities • Admitting when you have made a mistake • Volunteering at school and in the community • Not taking things that don’t belong to you • Not buying things that are fake or stolen Constable Moore, the Local Authority Liaison Officer said today: “It’s important we reach children at this young age with positive messages which will help them to shape their decisions processes.

This early intervention also helps children to gain the necessary skills to make positive decisions on how to protect themselves and stay safe.

Although the DVD addresses serious issues, it is delivered in a fun and memorable way appropriate to the audience which will include school children aged four to nine.

“This DVD, which is endorsed by INTERPOL, is an additional tool to help deter children from becoming in-

volved in any criminal activity and promote good behaviour.

Most young children have seen television and film images of people involved in serious and organised crime and the lavish lifestyles they seem to lead, this can create the illusion that crime can be glamorous.

Teaching children from an early age that this is not the case is very important. It will also help to prepare them to recognise dangerous or illegal situations and to make the appropriate decision if and when they are confronted by them.

Councillor Eric Gotts, Convener of Education at East Dunbartonshire Council, said: “ This is an excellent way for children to learn at an early age about how being a responsible citizen contributes to crime prevention.

It supports our Curriculum for Learning in a creative way that children of this age can really connect to and they’ll hopefully carry these messages with them throughout their lives.

P1 – P3 pupils sang the “Honest and Real” song contained within the DVD and gave examples of honesty, kindness and responsible behaviour to guests attending the launch.

Contact Details For anyone looking for a copy of the DVD or further information please contact PC David Cameron or PC Sara Heath in Interventions, Safer Communities, Specialist Crime Division, Gartcosh Crime Campus. 01236 818 934/933 or by email via SCDDIVERTDETER@scotland. pnn.police.uk Call 101 for non-emergencies and general enquiries, in an emergency call 999.

If you have information about a crime you can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Kerb Crawler Caught Out

A 50 year old male was arrested on Duke Street recently after officers found his actions somewhat suspicious.

The officers were patrolling in the area on Wednesday 11 June 2014 and observed a vehicle whose movements were consistent with that of a kerb crawler.

The male was arrested after he was unable to provide a reasonable explanation for his actions.

Drunk Driver

A 61 year old male has been reported to the Procurators Fiscal after being stopped by officers and found to be under the influence of alcohol and failed the roadside breath test.

The male was travelling through Kirkintilloch when his erratic driving caught the attention of another motorist who contacted the police.

Officers rushed to trace the vehicle and driver in question and found the driver having returned to his home address where he admitted to driving the vehicle.

The male was subsequently reported for various offences in contravention with the Road Traffic Act 1988.

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Chris Mullen: Local Legend

ONE of the individuals we have here in Rosemount Workspace is an unassuming self-effacing sprightly individual in his eighties who has a smile and a friendly greeting for everyone.

His name is Chris Mullen, and he is the on-site maintenance man who is a busy and conscientious worker.

Everybody here at Rosemount Workspace knows him and is one of the ‘characters’ of the place.

Few realise his sporting history, for at one time he was a footballer with the mighty Celtic.

Chris gave the Genn an insight into the footballing practices of the 1950s.

He was a teenager then and like many his age he was playing

football as an activity and hobby.

He became an apprentice lift engineer, one of the main reasons being that his Saturdays would be free for him to enjoy his passion.

Playing for Dennistoun Juveniles one Saturday on a ground based at Alexandra Parade, he was spotted by talent scout Stevie Callaghan from Celtic, and as a result he later found himself in the middle of Celtic Park.

“Dad pinch me!” he said to his father as he could not believe he was now in “Paradise”, as the football ground had been called, to sign his contract with the club.

To this day this is the proudest moment of Chris’s life.

In those days professional football players were relatively rare: most footballers had an occupation to fall back on like Chris, usually, Monday to Friday type jobs.

Generally on a Friday, Chris would receive a postcard asking him to make his own way to the relevant football ground on the following day (Saturday), where the team would be chosen by William Phillips the then Secretary, from around the 13 or 14 prospective players that were postcarded to attend that day.

The team was chosen about a half hour before the match was due to start, which was at 3pm in those days.

It has to be explained that the junior team, which was called St Anthony’s and shared the same strip as the first eleven, were part of the Central League, most of teams of which were based in the Glasgow area.

On arrival at the ground, first thing to do was to go to the rel-

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evant home or away dressing room.

In those days facilities were quite basic and comprised of a bench and a hook on the wall to hang your clothes.

There were no lockers in those days.

Other facilities may include a domestic-sized bath and perhaps two or three showers (therefore queuing!), depending on the venue.

The dressing rooms at Celtic Park in those days were about the size of an average modern living room: one for the home team and the other for the away team.

These facilities were accessed via ‘Players and Officials Entrance’ of the old stadium building with Jimmy McGrory’s ‘Manager’s Office’ on the immediate right just inside the entrance, whilst the Home/Away Changing Rooms were situated about two doors further down on the left.

At half-time there would be the usual tough team-talk by the

Manager or trainer if losing, but words of encouragement if winning.

The refreshment would consist of a quarter orange (because it kept you hydrated, and Vitamin C was seen as an energy stimulant) and sometimes soft drinks would be available as well.

The players in those days did not have underwear under their strip – except perhaps a jock-strap to protect their manhood!

Shin-guards were also worn, as is the practice today.

Boots were made of solid leather and were very heavy by today’s standards, having eight studs on the soles about a half inch long.

After the game the boots were the only piece of kit that you were allowed to take home so that they could be cleaned and dubbin rubbed on them to make them waterproof.

To make a brand new pair of boots more pliable, you would put them on without socks and immerse them in cold water for

about a half hour or so. This would shape them to your own feet.

The balls in those days were made of leather and got heavier in the rain as it soaked up the water.

Inside would be a balloon-shaped rubber bladder which was inflated by a hand pump until relatively solid to the touch (modern balls are inflated to around 9-16 psi).

The neck was sealed by string, inserted under the leather of the ball and secured by a leather lace.

These balls were called T-Balls because the ball consisted of T-shaped pieces of leather stitched together to form a sphere, and made by a firm called Tomlinson, which has since ceased trading.

Training would take place about twice a week, straight from work and would last around two hours or so.

This would consist of running around the perimeter of the track at least twice, plus a spot of sprinting using special spiked

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shoes and exercises such as touching your toes.

They were not allowed on to the pitch for training, but used the areas behind the goals, kicking balls around in what were called ‘bounce games’.

In the gym they would practice headers by using balls suspended from the ceiling, and for kicking accuracy would kick a ball against a flexible post.

All this was for 10 shillings a week as a junior player with St Anthony’s.(A pound being 20 shillings in pre-decimal currency.)

The average salary in those days was £100 per year or about £2 per week.

Chris said that he was “Never a great success but proud to play in a green and white jersey!”

Unfortunately his lack of progress to the first team was not due to a lack of ability on his part, but due to an injury.

The management at Celtic had anticipated an exciting career ahead of him.

Great Performance by College Students A DYNAMIC group of Glasgow Kelvin College students has turned in a fantastic performance in the ‘Pants to Poverty’ campaign by taking the enviable runner-up prize in a UK-wide competition, the ‘Pantrepreneurial Challenge’.

The group of HND Fashion students got behind the Pants to Poverty campaign and set about raising a target of £3,000 by establishing a series of popup shops throughout the Glasgow North East community.

The aim was to raise money selling the product and encourage enterprise skills in the students.

In brief, the ‘Pantilicious’ group beat their target by raising £3,059 for this worthy cause – a fantastic achievement.

The judging panel had a difficult task in this close-run competition with, as they said, ‘arugements and heated debate’ and the girls took a laudable runner-up prize for their impressive work.

Pants to Poverty is a global social business which involves

local communities in sustainable manufacture and export, in this case in India, and supports over 5,000 farmers and factory workers in areas of poverty.

The fabulous pants range is manufactured using cotton picked from sustainable farming projects.

As part of the Pants to Poverty campaign, set up by the Gazelle Group of companies, the Pantrepreneurship Challenge involves some 18 FE

Colleges competing to sell as many glorious cotton pants as possible, exercising their newly acquired entrepreneurial skills over a six-week period and raising income for this sustainable project.

The students, Katrina Sommerville, Catriona Ramsay, Jenna Stewart, Katie Buchanan and Simone Brown, were determined to make sure that ‘Team Pantilicious’ didn’t go unnoticed and they certain-

ly succeeded, while raising an impressive amount of funding for a worthy cause.

They produced a convincing and entertaining sales pitch and have certainly boosted the reputation of Glasgow Kelvin College on a national scale.

Well done and congratulations to them for their remarkable work and that of their supportive and dedicated tutors who are rightly proud of this achievement!

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It’s Time for Margaret Homelessness in Scotland set to increase as result of Burgess To Pick A Side SCOTTISH Labour have called upon Margret Burgess to clarify whether she backs capping rents in the private sector after the Minister for Housing and Welfare failed to give a definitive answer in Parliament.

Scottish Labour is proposing to reform the private rental sector in Scotland by limiting rent reviews to once a year and capping rent increases.

The move will stop unscrupulous landlords ripping off tenants, whilst offering clarity and security in the sector.

The SNP joined with the Tories to vote against these proposals at Stage 2 of the Housing (Scotland) Bill.

However, the Scottish Gov-

ernment was left embarrassed when its own Expert Welfare Group recommended capping rent increase in line with inflation.

When asked to clarify her position at portfolio questions by James Kelly MSP, the Minister could not answer.

Scottish Labour Infrastructure Spokesperson James Kelly MSP said: “This is becoming an embarrassing issue for Margaret Burgess Her own Expert Welfare Group has backed rent caps and yet she refuses to say one way or the other if she does.

“The case for capping rents is clear and compelling. We have

over 100,000 households in Scotland living in poverty.

Nearly half of the private rented sector are families with children.

“Ms Burgess states she has not had enough time to think about it, despite her own expert group considering the issue during the same period and the Housing Bill being in consultation since 2011.

“If this isn’t enough time for Ms Burgess to consider the clear value of protecting renting families from the cost of living crisis and making the sector work for tenants and good landlords alike, one wonders what she spends her Ministerial time doing.”

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A NEW report published last week by the Scottish Federation of Housing Associations (SFHA) suggests that the cumulative impact of the ‘bedroom tax’, benefit sanctions and problems accessing financial assistance at times of crisis is likely to result in an increase in homelessness in Scotland.

The federation said that the research showed a number of concerning trends emerging in the wake of welfare reform.

The report revealed that despite social landlords’ best efforts, tenancy sustainment is becoming increasingly dif-

ficult because welfare reform is undermining housing associations’ ability to help both existing and new/prospective tenants to sustain tenancies.

Commenting on the launch of the report, SFHA Policy Manager David Ogilvie said: “We are seriously concerned about how welfare reforms are impacting upon homeless households taking up new tenancies.

It’s abundantly clear that the odds of these households being able to secure and sustain a suitable tenancy are being increasingly stacked against them.

“Despite social landlords’ best efforts to provide as much help as they can to new tenants - be that in terms of making sure tenants have the basic essentials or the right advice and support - our research shows that the cumulative impact of the ‘bedroom tax’, benefit sanctions and problems accessing financial assistance at times of crisis may drive up homelessness in Scotland.

“We would echo the words of the Welfare Reform Committee in its recently published report - we need a welfare system that is supportive, not punitive.”

TAX CUTS ‘FAIL TO HELP FAMILIES IN GREATEST NEED’ TAX cuts proposed by Labour, Liberal Democrats and the Conservatives at the next election are not a cost effective way of helping low income working families, according to new analysis.

They will cost the public purse at least three times as much as more targeted policies and fail to help families in greatest need.

Wages, taxes and top-ups, written by Loughborough University’s Donald Hirsch for the independent Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF), analysed a range of policy options – including those promoted by the three main parties – to assess their ability to help low income working households.

The paper shows how changes in wages, tax rates and in-work support (such as tax credits) have had a changing influence on family income in

recent years.

Wage increases have been modest, but in the past 15 years the state has stepped in to give substantial top-ups to working families.

While the parties have introduced and proposed a range of measures to improve the incomes of poorer families - some of which have had impact - the report concludes that well-targeted support through Universal Credit is the most cost effective way to help such families.

This means allowing parents to keep more of what they earn to ensure they fully benefit from future tax cuts.

Currently, a family with two children and both parents working on low wages are £20 a week short of what they need to reach the Minimum Income Standard, a benchmark of minimum living standards set by

members of the public.

Making up this modest £20 shortfall through tax cuts would cost at least between £8 billion and £11.5 billion a year to fund. For example: • The Liberal Democrats and Conservatives have both talked about further rises to the income tax allowance after the election.

It would have to be increased to £12,500 to make the family £20 a week better off.

This would benefit 24 million basic rate taxpayers, most of them not on low incomes, and cost at least £11.5 billion.

• Labour has talked about introducing a 10 per cent starting rate of tax.

To deliver £20 a week to a working couple would require a starting rate tax band of £5200, taxed at 10 per cent rather than 20 per cent, which would cost an estimated £11 billion

• Various commentators have suggested increasing the threshold above which employees start paying National Insurance Contributions (NICs).

Raising it by £4,330, would increase a working couple with two children’s income by £20 a week.

It costs less than raising the income tax allowance because pensioners would not benefit since they do not pay contributions.

The estimated cost is over £9 billion.

• The Conservatives are introducing a married tax allowance in April 2015.

It allows up to £1,000 of tax allowance to be transferred where only one partner uses their full allowance, so it does not help the two-earner family being considered here.

However, some have pressed for the policy to go further.

If a higher allowance was given to one member of a married couple regardless of whether their spouse used their own allowance, it would need to be worth £5,200 to generate the £20 a week net income for the two-earner couple with children This would cost approximately £8 billion a year. While this is slightly cheaper than the other policies, it would be more selective by only reaching those who are married.

• Under Universal Credit, low income working families will not get the full benefit of tax cuts.

This is because their support is withdrawn on an after-tax basis,meaning for every £1 gained through a tax cut, a family will lose 65p to reduced Universal Credit entitlement.

This means about three times as much would have to

be spent on the above policies just to deliver a modest boost of £20 per week.

By contrast, boosting the support available through inwork benefits to top up low wages and allowing people to keep more of what they earn under Universal Credit could have the equivalent impact for between £1 billion and £4 billion.

Such support needs to sit alongside improved wages as a twin-track approach to improving the incomes of low-earning working families.

Universal Credit shows the government still believes in giving a boost to working families’ earnings.

The final levels of support in UC will be crucial in determining whether those on low incomes have the opportunity to truly benefit from economic recovery

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Bob Doris MSP IN the last month, the UK Government gave us its latest horror story as to what a Yes vote would mean.

This time, the Treasury claimed that moving Scotland to independence would cost £2.7bn, a figure supposedly based on research by Professor Dunleavy at the London School of Economics.

However, Professor Dunleavy criticised their conclusion, and just this week stated that £200 million was a more realistic estimate – less than a thirteenth of the Treasury’s figure.

Later, the Treasury revised their figure to £1.5bn, this time citing work by an academic at Ontario University – who then also promptly denounced the estimate!

There is an increasing feeling that the UK Government and Better Together will try any story, no matter how unfounded and implausible, as long as it spreads fear and distracts from the practical ways independence could be used to make people’s lives better.

For example, one of the issues which is frequently raised on the

campaign trail is welfare and benefits.

Many people are struggling under the UK’s programme of austerity, which has imposed destructive and unfair measures such as the Bedroom Tax, and want to know what kind of alternative independence offers for low-paid workers who rely on protections such as Employment Support Allowance, the National Minimum Wage, and the Living Wage.

This month, the Scottish Government’s Expert Working Group, which is made up of leading figures in welfare and care provision, business and academia, published a report on an independent Scottish welfare system, making a number of recommendations on progressive improvements that could be made.

One of the most interesting was on low pay. The Scottish Government currently has no power over the Minimum Wage, but with independence the SNP has pledged to increase it annually at least in line with inflation. The working group proposed going further and raising it to equal

the Living Wage of £7.65 per hour. To help businesses to pay for this, National Insurance would be reduced.

They also recommended scrapping the current system of benefits sanctions and Work Capability Assessments, which are causing so much misery to the absolute most vulnerable people in the country.

A win for Labour in next year’s Westminster election will not solve the problem. Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls has committed to sticking to the Tories’ spending programme for at least the first year in office, and has indicated that he would like to cut a further £5 billion from the welfare budget.

In April, former Labour shadow cabinet minister Diane Abbott said: “Balls has a plan. He just does not feel able to spell it out to party members. It is called embracing Tory austerity.”

Whoever takes power at Westminster, the only hope of escaping these measures is for Scotland to make these decisions for itself with a YES vote this September.

your Member of the Scottish Parliament

Bob Doris MSP For Glasgow Region [SNP]

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Constituency office: 3rd Floor, Empire House 131 West Nile Street Glasgow G1 2RX

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Sturgeon Must Publish Prestwick Business Case COMMENTING after Nicola Sturgeon’s appearance before the Infrastructure Committee, which confirmed a detailed report on the economic future of Prestwick Airport will not be available for several months, Scottish Labour’s Infrastructure Spokesperson, James Kelly MSP, said; “Nicola Sturgeon had the opportunity today to set out the Scottish Government’s plans for Prestwick Airport, unfortunately she has failed to do so in any detail, and Scottish tax-payers remain in the dark.

“Last year Prestwick Airport

The role of an elected member within Parliament is one of great importance within the local community.

It is therefore also of great importance that each member, whether Councillor or MSP, is able to provide a constant train of information demonstrating their leadership abilities and their plans for the community.

At the Genn, we want to provide them with a platform which can be used to convey that information to your constituents and the public at large.

The Political Representation Forum is open to all elected members and allows you to connect with all parts of the community ensuring that everyone is represented fairly and equally.

This will also allow them to address local concerns in a public manner and provide information on the political demands currently facing their ward.

By taking part in our monthly forum they can be part of the Genn’s voice in the community, encouraging wider communication and engagement with their constituency and creating an open discussion regarding the betterment of the community and plans for the future.

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was losing nearly £1 million a month.

“It is a nonsense that it will be close to a year since the Scottish Government bought the site before a credible plan is put to the people of Scotland, especially when the Scottish Government has blocked the publication of analysis they commissioned on the airport.

Key information is available now, but it is being denied to the Scottish public.

“This is simply not good enough, Scottish tax-payers deserve better than this.

Over £15m of public money

is being spent on Prestwick Airport now, but the public is not being informed of the long term plan to make the airport profitable again.

“The airport supports 3,200 jobs, it is in the interest of the Ayrshire economy and the Scottish economy for it to be profitable as soon as possible.

“Nicola Sturgeon should make a statement before Parliament on Prestwick, and publish the Business Case so that taxpayers can see how £15m of public money is being invested and when the airport will return to profitability.”

Scottish Government industrial plan for Glasgow

BOB Doris, MSP for Glasgow, has called on the Labour party to put aside the politics around the referendum and to unite in support of the Scottish Government’s plans to reindustrialise Scotland after a Yes vote.

The Scottish Government has announced plans to use the powers of independence to grow Scotland’s manufacturing industries by 30% by 2030, creating thousands of jobs in the process and reinvigorating communities across the country which suffered under Thatcherism.

As part of the plans, the Scottish Government would look to set up a Scottish Innovation Agency and a Scottish Business

Development Bank, as well as creating a network of between 70 and 90 overseas offices to increase Scotland’s international profile and boost exports.

It is estimated that the plans could see Scotland’s economy grow to generate additional tax revenues of £5bn per year.

Bob Doris said: “People in the north of Glasgow will recall the vast deindustrialisation that took place in the 1980s, and how it has continued since then.

There used to be four railway factories in Springburn – now there’s only one at St Rollox.

The Hugh Smith factory in Possil is gone, as is MacLellan Rubber Works in Ruchill.

Despite Scotland consistently voting against Margaret Thatcher, her economic vandalism was foisted on us, and we live with that legacy to this day.

“I’m really pleased that the Scottish Government recognises that we must once again be a country that makes things. We must not only work to preserve the manufacturing that remains, but must work to attract further industry to the country.

“Regardless of our differing opinions on independence, I believe the Labour party shares that view. I hope, therefore, that they will support this ambitious plan to reverse the damage of the last 35 years and rebuild our industrial heartlands.”

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8

32

31

30

Glenafton

22

9

2

11

27

33

29 28

Kilbirnie

22

8

4

10

40

32

PETERSHILL

22

6

7

9

34

37

25

Arthurlie

22

6

6

10

27

41

24

Rob Roy

22

7

2

13

33

51

23

Pollok

22

5

4

13

39

58

19

Largs

22

6

1

15

27

48

19

STAGECOACH SUPER FIRST DIVISION P

W

D

L

F

A

Pts

Troon

26

20

3

3

70

29

63

Beith

26

19

4

3

70

31

61

Shotts B.A.

26

16

2

8

62

33

50

Maybole

26

12

7

7

44

37

43

Cumbernauld

26

11

5

10

44

40

38

Thorniewood

26

10

6

10

55

49

36

Glencairn

26

11

3

12

47

46

36

Yoker

26

9

8

9

51

51

35

Greenock

26

9

5

12

41

49

32

Kilsyth Rangers

26

9

4

13

36

55

31 28

ASHFIELD

26

5

4

17

41

62

* Kilwinning

26

10

3

13

49

49

14

Lesmahagow

26

4

1

21

36

86

13

* Kilwinning deducted 19 points for player infringement, and relegated alongside Lesmahagow, and Ashfield.

STAGECOACH CENTRAL DISTRICT FIRST DIVISION P

W

D

L

F

A

Pts

Neilston

24

16

4

4

50

19

52

SHETTLESTON

24

15

3

6

58

32

48

Benburb

24

13

5

6

37

28

44

Bellshill

24

12

7

5

39

25

43

Carluke

24

13

3

8

52

43

42

Dunipace

24

12

5

7

42

29

41

Larkhall

24

11

5

8

45

34

38

St Anthony

24

9

4

11

39

40

31

MARYHILL

24

9

4

11

40

44

31 27

Lanark

24

7

6

11

41

39

Cambuslang

24

8

3

13

32

35

27

Johnstone Burgh

24

2

4

18

29

68

10

GLASGOW PERTHSHIRE

24

2

1

21

23

91

7

STAGECOACH CENTRAL DISTRICT SECOND DIVISION P

W

D

L

F

A

Pts

Blantyre Vics

20

17

2

1

70

23

53

VALE OF CLYDE

20

15

1

4

68

36

46

Wishaw

20

13

1

6

51

26

40

Forth Wanderers

20

12

3

5

57

32

39

Royal Albert

20

9

1

10

32

44

28

Vale of Leven

20

8

3

9

50

40

27

Rossvale

20

9

0

11

34

44

27

Port Glasgow

20

7

3

10

44

46

24

ST ROCH

20

4

4

12

36

60

16

East Kilbride Th

20

2

2

16

23

57

8

* Newmains

20

3

2

15

28

85

8

* Newmains deducted three points by SJFA West Region.

SUPER Premier Division. Auchinleck Talbot are champions.

Largs Thistle, Pollok Juniors and Kirkintilloch Rob Roy, who lost against Shotts Bon Accord in a twoleg play-off, are relegated.

SUPER First Division Champions Troon Juniors, Beith Juniors,

and play-off winners, Shotts Bon Accord, all promoted into Super Premier Division.

CENTRAL First Division Champions Neilston Juniors and Shettleston Juniors are promoted into the Stagecoach Super First Division.

Cambuslang Rangers, Johnstone

Burgh and Glasgow Perthshire are relegated into the Central Second Division.

CENTRAL Second Division Champions Blantyre Vics, Vale of Clyde, and Wishaw Juniors are promoted into the Central First Division.

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LOOKING the part...Glasgow Phoenix Touch-Rugby Club have a brand new kit following a sponsorship deal with Edinburgh Road-based Ultimate Car Wash. Pictured (left-to-right) are captain David Tierney, a representative from Ultimate Car Wash, and Glasgow Phoenix Head Coach Bruce Orrock GLASGOW Phoenix Touch-Rugby Club have announced two excellent sponsorship deals as they continue their campaign in the Mixed Beginners League Division 3.

Captain David Tierney revealed a new kit deal with Ultimate Car Wash, who are based on the Edinburgh Road, and near Stepford Road Complex, which the team have used for bringing together trialists and training sessions.

Another backer is well-known

to the Touch-Rugby Club, and has a deep-rooted affiliation with them - Mr Russell Morrison of RM Tiling, whose sponsorship is also greatly appreciated.

Glasgow Phoenix Touch Rugby opened their Mixed Beginners season with a hard-fought 5-4 win over O.C. All Stars.

That result marked months of hard work and organisation both on and off the park.

Said David Tierney: “I am still absolutely buzzing. It has been a long hard slog to get this far!”

As I reported in our last issue, Glasgow Phoenix Touch-Rugby have launched a very informative website, which covers all you need to know about the team’s progress, plus latest league news.

For more details go to: www.glasgowphoenix.co.uk And keep watching these sports pages as the Genn highlights the continued progress of Glasgow Phoenix Touch-Rugby Club.

INSIDE FOOTBALL ROUND-UP

YFA West Region Under-15 squad won the Inter-Region Cup 5-4 on penalties against South East at Toryglen.

West raced into a 2-0 lead through Connor Baird (The Celtic Boys’ Club), and Mark Seggie (St Peters).

South East fought back with three stunning goals, and were looking for the full-time whistle when Gourock’s Jack Purdue converted a penalty-kick after Mark Taylor (The Celtic Boys’ Club) had been fouled.

Onto the spot-kick shootout and West goalkeeper Ryan McLaren saved and scored one.

Captain Niall Herron, Fraser Burns, Jack Purdue and finally Mark Taylor guaranteed West silverware.

NORTH Amateur Football League are new holders of the Jack Britton Rosebowl.

Despite heavy rain, McMillan and McBurney gave the hosts a perfect start inside nine minutes against the Scottish Amateur F.A. Select.

Gary Currie (Bannockburn) reduced the leeway after 55 minutes, but North finished deserved winners.

AITKENHEAD Thistle have been crowned Division

1A champions in the Fosters Central Scottish A.F.L. - one point ahead of Blantyre Celtic, who also earned a stepup after beating Uddingston Anvil in the Premier League play-off.

SOUTH CAMLACHIE Y.P. edged out favourites Ferguslie Star A.F.C. 4-3 in the Coronation Cup final at Somervell Park, Cambuslang.

BLOCHAIRN STAR B stars Chris Barr and Scott McEwan have signed for Petershill Juniors and Queen’s Park respectively.

WHITEFIELD ROVERS, who finished three points ahead of TYNECASTLE A.F.C. in lifting the Strathclyde Saturday Morning Amateur Football League Premier Division title, won a domestic cup final against Blochairn Star B. Star won the League Cup against Tynecastle A.F.C., who gained revenge by beating them 3-0 in the Tommy Marshall Cup final.

Scorers were Jamie Cochrane (2) and James Jordan.

FIRHILL UNITED won the President’s Cup final.

HAGHILL A.F.C. continued their pre-season programme with a 7-1 win over

Real Albion.

Scorers were Man of the Match James Smith 3, James Simpson 2, and Richie Peris 2 pens.

GLASGOW HARP A.F.C. have appointed Thomas Jarvis as their new manager.

Jarvis played in the juniors, and replaces former Vale of Clyde and Shettleston centre-back John Crooks, who led Harp to a Premier League title and League Cup success this year.

BROOMHOUSE A.F.C. have retained the Bobby Thomson Challenge Cup after beating East Kilbride YMCA A.F.C. 4-3.

‘House also won the Greater Glasgow Premier A.F.L. Division 3 championship.

Broomhouse start pre-season training this weekend.

Don Scott was voted Managers Player of the Year, and Ryan McMillan top Players’ Player of the Year.

David Quinn was top goalscorer.

Goal of the Season went to Sean Patrick.

POSTAL UNITED A.F.C. Committee and Players’ Player of Year is Paul O’Brien, while Michael Anderson was top scorer and Player of the Year.

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AROUND THE GREENS

GLASGOW North Eastern League clubs have enjoyed some excellent weather in the two-division campaign, writes JACK HIGH.

Sponsored by Bill’s Tool Store (within the Barras), the quality of bowls and high-scoring games has been a feature since the new outdoor season was launched.

WEEK 5.

Division One - Whitevale 0, Garrowhill 10; Mount Vernon 5, Shettleston 5; Blackhill 5, Carmyle 5; Chryston 4, Rutherglen 6; Sandyhills 0, Belvidere 10. Foxley 7; Parkhead 8, Springboig 3; Baillieston 3, Tollcross 8; Springboig 4, Riddrie 4.

WEEK 6. Division One - Shettleston 0, Whitevale 10; Carmyle 4, Mount Vernon 7; Garrowhill 6, Belvidere 4; Sandyhills 2, Chryston 7; Blackhill 8, Rutherglen 3.

Division 2 - Kirkhill 2, Foxley 7; North British 5, Springboig 5; St Rollox 7, Riddrie 2; Parkhead 6, Tollcross 6; Baillieston 6, Springburn 0 (awaiting outstanding result in this match).

WEEK 7. Division One - Mount Vernon 8, Blackhill 3; Garrowhill 5, Rutherglen 5; Shettleston 5, Carmyle 7; Chryston 2, Belvidere 7; Whitevale 3, Sandyhills 3 (no

home result supplied by Sandyhills ).

Division Two - Kirkhill 10, Springburn 0; Foxley 10, Springboig 0; St Rollox 5, Tollcross 5; Riddrie 5, Baillieston 5; Parkhead 5, North British 5.

WEEK 8. Division One Whitevale 7, Blackhill 2; Mount Vernon 10, Sandyhills 0; Garrowhill 8, Chryston 3; Shettleston 4, Belvidere 6; Carmyle 10, Rutherglen 0.

Division Two - Kirkhill 5, Parkhead 5; North British 8, Springburn 3; St Rollox 3, Baillieston 8; Foxley 4, Riddrie 4; Springboig 4, Tollcross 6.

SHETTLESTON are hoping for a good turn-out at the Pat Fannan Invitation Mixed Fours on Sunday, June 29 at 10.30am.

The Culrain Street club are involved in the Glasgow v Ayrshire match on Thursday, July 3, at 11am. Two teams from Shettleston will be playing in the Lanarkshire League Division 4 games against Motherwell Miners Welfare and Overton (6.30pm start), on Friday,July 4.

Shettleston Ladies meet North British in a home friendly on Thursday, July 10 (2pm ), and the following evening the Lanarkshire

League Division 4 programme dominates again - Shotts (home), and St Leonards (away).

Finally, one for your bowling diary the club’s Deans Friendly (away) on Saturday, July 12 (2pm).

GARROWHILL Bowling Club finish their programme this month with a Ladies v Gents Match on Saturday, June 28. Start timeis 6.30pm.

The club’s popular Family Fortunes Game is due on Sunday, July 13, at 10am.

Looking ahead, we have the Glasgow Cup (August 9), Ladies Open Day (August 10), and Seniors - Friendly (August 11).

CARMYLE beat BAILLIESTON in the Glasgow Bowling Association Championships Semi-Finals (Triples) in their Tuesday clash at Rutherglen.

GARROWHILL defeated FOXLEY 24 hours later in Fours clash at Yarrows.

Both winners are now heading to the Finals at Kingswood Bowling Club on Saturday, July 5.

LANARKSHIRE Bowling Association Championships will reach its conclusion with the finals at Airdrie’s Springwells Club on Sunday, July 6.

LSK SUPPLIES WEST YOUTHS

Trans World Soccer Scottish Youth Under-21 Cup FinalCampsie Black Watch 1, Goldenhill 1 (4-2 on pens).

National Lady Darling Under-21 Cup Final - Falkirk Athletic 4, Sauchie Juniors 0.

LSK Supplies West of Scotland Cup Final -Glasgow Ams/ Arthurlie 1, Campsie Black Watch 1. (Glasgow Ams/Arthurlie win 6-5 on pens).

Birdston Kennels Glasgow Cup Final -Mill United 5, Calderhill Thistle 0.

Birdston Kennels League Cup Final - East Kilbride Rolls

Royce 0, Goldenhill 1.

Only Sport League Cup, Final - Mill United 1, Sauchie Juniors 1 (Mill United won 4-3 on pens).

Only Sport Golden Goal Cup Final - Tower Hearts 4, Goldenhill 4 (5-4 on pens).

Premier Division - Clydebank 0, Goldenhill 3, Glencairn 2, Campsie Black Watch 2; St Peters Giffnock North 0, Tower Hearts 3; Steins 1, Tower Hearts 5; Bonnyton 2, Johnstone Burgh 4; Glasgow Ams/ Arthurlie 6, Harmony Row 5; Johnstone Burgh 0, Tow-

er Hearts 7; Tower Hearts 0, Campsie Black Watch 2 - result gives Campsie Premier Division championship. Tower are runners-up.

First Division - Kilsyth 1, Antonine 6; Glasgow University 0, EKFC 2; Vale of Leven 0, Falkirk Athletic 0; East Kilbride Rolls Royce 1, Pollok Juns 1; Antonine 2, Arsenal B.C. 0.

Second Division - Victoria F.C. 3, Mill Utd 1; Calderhill 3, Sauchie 5; Barrhead 2, Castlemilk 5; Wishaw W Wands 1, Mill Utd 0; Mill Utd 0, Victoria F.C. 2.

TRANS WORLD SOCCER CUP

NATIONAL COMPETITIONS ORGANISED BY THE SCOTTISH YOUTH FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION. FINALS at Excelsior Stadium, Airdrie.

UNDER-13: Edina Hibs 3 (Jones, Burgess, Bryce), Rangers SABC. 0.

UNDER-14: Ayr Boswell 1 (Sawyer) , Syngenta 2 (Thom-

son 2).

UNDER-15: Hamilton Accies 5 (Smith, Burton 2, Douglas, Duffy), Westwood Rovers 0.

UNDER-16: Rossvale Thistle 2 (Kennedy, Carson), Hutchison Vale 2 (Hamilton, Sheridan) after extra-time.

(Rossvale won 4-2 on pens).

UNDER-17: Antonine F.C. Blacks 3 (Urquhart, Nixon 2),

Tynecastle F.C. 3 (Small, G Kerr, J Kerr) after extra-time.

(Antonine won 6-5 on pens).

UNDER-19: Barrhead YFC 5 (McLaughlin, Ashe, Etherson, Easdon, Planas), Colony Locos 2 (Dawson 2).

UNDER-21: Campsie Black Watch 1 (O’Connell), Goldenhill 1 (Fraser) after extra-time. Campsie won 4-2 on pens).

GENN SPORTS FEEDBACK

“Thanks once again for the back page title-winning feature (issue 130). Also, thanks for all your coverage during the season on behalf of Broomhouse F.C. and Cranhill A.F.C. “It is good to have someone supporting and championing football, and other sports at local level.

Here’s looking forward to next season. “ Best Regards, Stuart Rae. “Re the recent coverage, your support is greatly appreciated by everyone at the club.”

Thank you, Coach Andrew Sinclair, Glasgow City Basketball Club (Eastbank).

“I thank you for the ex-

cellent coverage and photographs from our presentation evening at North British Bowling Club.

“Once again thank you for all the bowling coverage you give throughout the year.

Greatly appreciated.”

Regards, Ian Colligan, Secretary, Eastern Carpet Bowls League.

FINNART PLAYERS EARN PRAISE

HAPPY Finnart coaches...left to right-Joseph Madden, Jamie McGowan and Mark McKenzie with the Blackpool Plate won by their Under-14 team, who are sponsored by DM Energy Solutions, at Easter.

“There was only six points between us and Celtic Juniors, who gave us our last defeat away back in October, 2013.

“Our overall record was 30 games, 23 wins, 3 draws and 4 defeats.

Perhaps we could have scored more goals (98), but the team also managed 16 shutouts.

“We are getting closer.”

Finnart also won the Blackpool Plate at Easter – covered in depth by GENN Sport - despite a terrible run of injuries, and players having to operate out of their normal positions.

COACH Jamie McGowan has praised Finnart Boys’ Club following their top-three finish in the Glasgow and District Youth Football League.

The Under-14 team won 19 (only two defeats) of their 24game domestic programme, recorded 14 clean sheets, scored 87 goals and only conceded 18 as they finished behind Celtic Boys’ Club and champions Celtic Juniors.

Said Jamie:“The players should be very proud of those achievements.

“It has been a great effort from the lads.

Added Jamie: “I would like to thank my fellow coaches, Mark McKenzie and Joseph Madden, for doing a great job improving the players at training sessions and on match days, our valued sponsors and supporters who we could not do without, and, of course, GENN Sport for the excellent coverage, and really helping to raise the profile of Finnart as a club.”

The young Finnart squad have kept themselves ticking over with fitness sessions at Glasgow Green before holidays commence.

YOUTH FOOTBALL - FINAL PLACINGS GLASGOW AND DISTRICT YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE Under 14s

Under 15s

P

W

D

L

Pts

Celtic Juniors

24

21

3

0

66

Celtic B.C.

24

21

1

2

64

Finnart

24

19

3

2

60

Rangers SABC

24

15

3

6

48

Knightswood

20

13

0

7

39

Drum Ams

24

14

2

8

44

Busby

20

10

2

8

32

Kelvindale

24

13

0

11

39

Rangers SABC

20

9

2

9

29

Bellfield

24

11

2

11

35

Pollok Utd

20

8

2

10

26

Dean Th.

24

8

3

13

27

Fulham

20

6

2

12

20

Dunoon

24

8

0

16

24

5

0

15

15

24

6

2

16

20

Old Firm Alliance

20

Muirton Ardeer

24

5

1

18

16

Southside

20

3

2

15

11

Castlemilk

24

5

0

19

15

20

1

1

18

4

Cali Th.

24

0

0

24

0

East End Phoenix

Milngavie

P

W

D

L

Pts

20

18

2

0

56

Celtic B.C.

20

15

2

3

47

Airdrie

20

24

1

5

43

WEST REGIONAL CUP FINALS

SIX age group games played over two days at Petershill Park.

UNDER-17 - Antonine Blacks 2, Barrhead YFC 0.

UNDER-14 - Rossvale B.C. 3,

Celtic Juniors 0.

UNDER-19 - Bonnyton Thistle 1, Cardonald Thistle 2.

UNDER-13 - Cantera B.C. 1, East End United 3.

UNDER-15 - The Celtic B.C. 4, St Peters 4 (Celtic won 5-4 on pens).

UNDER-16 - Renfrew Vics 2, Rossvale Thistle 3.

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‘HILL LAUNCH DEVELOPMENT PLAN BROOMHILL Sports Club have launched an ambitious recruitment drive aimed at grassroots football talent, coaches and teams as part of their Youth Development Initiative Programme.

BSC Glasgow were recently awarded a place in the Lowland League, which is the 5th tier of professional football in Scotland, and the club’s Director of Football Kenny Moyes admitted: “This represents a new approach to player development, and we are keen to get young players into our professional team as soon as possible. “ There is no better way of doing this than starting with our youth section.”

I understand more than 50 boys in the past 10 years have left the Broomhill set-up for the professional ranks.

Of those released, which is the nature of our game, only a handful have returned to the club.

More importantly, others

have been lost to football completely!

Critics of the pro-youth system believe this suggests there is not a proper exit strategy within the development system.

Indeed, a large percentage feel traditional youth football in Scotland is not working for many of these youngsters.

Ex-St Johnstone striker John Brogan, as I revealed in our last issue, has been appointed Manager of BSC Glasgow.

On-going trials to identify talent have proved popular.

He said: “Our 21s will work alongside us, and like the youth, they are expected to be on a pathway to the senior team.”

As part of their development initiative (Under-9 to Under-19), Broomhill will cast the net far and wide.

Chairman Steve Prince explained: “This is an integrated programme and offers a pathway between the two levels.

“Allowing players to find a

PLAYERS WANTED

GOALKEEPERS required for specialist coaching sessions. Age Groups 11-17 years. Will also cater for Junior Football and Amateur Football Goalkeepers in pre-season sessions currently being organised.

Genuine interest only here please.

Call 07403452960.

MARYHILL Black Star A.F.C., who play in the Strathclyde Saturday Morning Amateur Football League, are holding trials for new players next season. Team trains on a Tuesday evening at John Paul Academy, Summerston, and play in the SSMAFL. Well-run club. Contact Manager Chris Ward :blackstarfc@live.com MARYHILL Juniors B.C. are looking for experienced players at Under-21 level. Contact 07791773049.

BROOMHILL Sports Club are keen to bring on players for their youth development initiative programme, plus hard-work coaches.

Give them a call on 0141 339 3606.

BSC Glasgow are trying to sign

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anyone released by a senior club or experienced semi-professional players to join their squad in the Scottish Sun Lowland League next season.

Contact them on 0141 339 3606.

GOALKEEPER born 2001 (Under-13 age group) urgently needed by an East End Boys’ Club for Saturday morning football in the Central Region. Call 07765406419.

GUNNERS Boys’ Club need a goalkeeper born 2002. Call 07788235683.

JIMMY Johnstone Academy looking for players born 2002. Contact 07973909895.

GLASGOW East B.C. 1999 require players for next season. The club also have teams at 2002 and 2004 level. Contact them at the following: glasgoweastbc1999@outlook.com F.C. ANDERSTON Victoria are switching to Saturday Morning League football next season and require experienced players, plus a host of friendlies. Telephone 07984743106.

level within the same club is essential for a young person’s development. It also recognises that players will develop at different rates, and the system makes room for this.”

In another ambitious project, BSC are hoping to co-opt existing teams and coaches on board.

Kenny Moyes added: “If you already run a successful team and would be interested in joining us, we would be delighted to hear from you.”

I can reveal 1998 and 1999 age-group teams and coaches would be made very welcome in particular, alongside other different age groups.

Call Broomhill on 0141 339 3606, or 0141 280 1236. Email them:@broomhillsportsclub. org.uk Broomhill Sports Club also hope to have a women’s team formed within twelve months.

A new girl’s section has already attracted 20 players, and Head Coach Angela Grehan revealed: “We are full of ambition for

THE future for Broomhill Sports Club in their quest to set-up a Youth Development Initiative Programme the girls, and want to see this section at BSC grow by a factor of 10 in the next year.”

The club’s Development Initiative Programme looks like this:

•4 v 4 and Mini Kickers (3-8 year olds). * 7-a-side (Under-9 to Under-12) playing in local youth leagues.

•11-a-side youth teams (Under-13 to Under-21).

• Adult teams in local leagues and semi-professional team in the junior leagues.

• BSC Glasgow -professional team in the SPFL pyramid system.

MINI PROGRAMME PEASY BUS RUN PETERSHILL Juniors’ Supporters’ Club Annual Bus Run will head for Carlisle on Saturday, June 28 - departing Springburn at 10am.

doors) at ToryglenRegional Football Centre.

For more information contact 0141 569 5304.

LSK Supplies-sponsored West of Scotland Under-21 Youth League are taking applications from new clubs for next season.

Contact Robert Toohill at 0141 389 5834 or email:

r.toohill@sky.com Existing and new clubs take note the League Annual General Meeting will take place at Montford’s Function Suite, Curtis Avenue, on Saturday, July 5, at 1pm.

The bus is free for all supporters’ club members, and £15 (visitors).

Departure time for returning back to Glasgow is 6pm.

REGIONAL MEETING SYFA West Regional Annual General Meeting is taking place at Toryglen Regional Football Centre on Monday,

TEAMS (players born 2007) are needed by the Glasgow and District Youth Football League to participate in a Mini Fours programme every Sunday (in-

June 30 (7pm).

Clubs must apply for an admission ticket to attend.

CITY CUP DATES DUE to the Commonwealth Games, organisers have switched this year’s Annual

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FINNART Boys Club Under-14 team will hold their end-of-season Player of the Year Presentation Evening at Bridgeton Community Learning Centre on Friday, June 27 (7pm-11pm).

A disco and buffet will form part of the evening.

Tickets are £3 (adults) and £1 (children), and going fast!

FINNART 2000 age group are also staging their Player of the Year Presentation Evening at the same venue.

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