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The Clutha- a celebration at the Barrowlands “from the heart and off the cuff” By Michael McDaid
In an exclusive interview with The Glasgow News, Billy Coyle, one of the key figures behind the “Clutha - A Celebration at the Glasgow Barrowlands”, gives us a unique insight into the creation of this fantastic celebration.
The celebration which remembers the Clutha’s legacy and also details the astounding support from the people and businesses affected in Glasgow, alongside several other businesses from further afield. The idea for the ‘Celebration’ was conceived after a Facebook post by Glasgow musician Dutch Rukowski in early December, suggesting that a concert should be held at the Barrowlands Ballroom in aid of the Clutha and the victims of the terrible disaster which took place on 29th of November last year. Almost immediately, John Ramsay VFX contacted Mr Rukowski promising to supply the sound for the event. After hearing of this, Billy Coyle, a member of the Barrowlands management team began contacting other people within the industry “from there it snowballed and we had the basis for the gig. Lights, sound, crew and security, all we were looking for now was the bands.” This wouldn’t prove to be difficult, Billy goes on to explain “Some of the lesser known bands on the
billing came forward automatically, then we were approached by “Big Country” and “Frightened Rabbit” who told us they would be glad to play. Then Rod Jones of Idlewild with his new band Birthday Suit volunteered, following this Alabama 3 came onboard as well, there are almost too many people to mention. All of these great people pulling through in the Clutha’s time of need.”
None of the bands, or anyone else involved in the Celebration have requested a single penny in fees. Billy told us that the only cost needed for the event is a London to Glasgow flight for Alabama 3. “It was going to cost around £9000 to get the band and their instruments on a flight but we contacted EasyJet and they cut the price in half.” Continued on page 2
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After hearing of the “Celebration”, Scott Peden, singer, songwriter and actor of ‘Wee Man’ fame approached Billy and the other organisers with a heartfelt song entitled “The Clutha Lament”. Billy said of the song “He played it to us and let’s just say, it’s very, very touching.” Scott then offered to donate the song to the “Celebration”.
We reached Scott to discuss his reasons for becoming so closely involved with the event, he told us “I came into the project without a moment’s hesitation it’s something that’s close to my heart, since the Clutha is where I started my musical career taking part in open mic nights.”
Scott also told us how he’s “been using his industry contacts to get as much support for the event as possible”, he also detailed his hopes for the song, “if it can be recorded and released, I’m all for it and whatever money is made from it will go to the Lord Provosts Clutha Fund.”
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Since nobody is taking a penny of any money raised, the money in its entirety will be sent directly to the Lord Provost’s Clutha Fund, which is specifically to support the victims and their families.
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Cluatha a Celebration: Left to right Billy Coyle Scott Peden Martin Chomsky Alan Crossan
the other organisers contacted family members of poet, John McGarrigle, who was tragically killed in the disaster, to ask if his poetry could be presented at the event. “They kindly agreed and some of John’s poems will be read out on the night”. It was also at this point that the organisers got in contact with the families of other victims in order to ask if they wished to attend. The organizers have set aside 200 tickets for family members, victims and the emergency services. “The family members will be given their tickets free of charge, we intend to make it a good day for them and to take care of them throughout the night. We have contacted the emergency services that were involved on the night of the disaster, they will be receiving tickets as well”
Billy went on to explain the emotional attachment behind the event “The whole point is to try and show them [the victims and those who responded] that people care and we hope bringing them
together will help them. This is not just about those who were injured and those who passed away, we’ve also invited the staff members and all the other people affected by this disaster”
The concert is only one aspect of the Celebration, the team came up with the idea of holding a raffle on the night. Local business “Guitar Guitar” have donated two Fender guitars which will be signed by all the bands playing at the concert. Music stars, including Dave Stewart of the Eurhythmics and Gary Numan, have donated autographed merchandise, Bruce Watson of “Big Country” is donating a guitar.
Celtic and Rangers are also donating merchandise. Many more companies are donating their services in order to support the Celebration, including Barrs soft drinks and Radisson Hotels There will also be special heartfelt messages on screens at the event, recorded by celebrities such as Gordon Ramsay, Graeme Clark of Wet Wet Wet,
It wasn’t just bands and businesses offering their support and services. The people of Glasgow have been eager to donate their time Celebration, according to Billy “There are so many people asking us if they can help with the event, even just coming in and making a cup of tea. Everyone wants to help and it seems like nothing is too much. There are far too many people to thank, but we will be putting out a list with everybody’s names. It has been a humbling experience.”
The “Celebration” is not going to be the only event of its kind, but the beginning of a new annual tradition in Glasgow. The event organisers, in conjunction with Celtic Connections and the Barrowlands will be integral in setting up a new “Clutha Foundation.”
The Foundation aims to help underprivileged children and young people in the city, by creating music classes and offering those interested, access to musical instruments. The idea being that an annual Clutha Foundation concert will help fund this initiative and benefit the cities young people. “It’s a way of moving forward, The Clutha and The Barrowlands are synonymous with music in the South and East of the city.”
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The Scotch Whisky Fund are particularly interested in applications from innovative or pilot initiatives which aim to test new approaches to problem drinking.
The Scotch Whisky Association has set up a new £500,000 pounds fund to help combat alcohol abuse and other alcohol related misuse. The fund accessible through Foundation Scotland is an independent charity that focuses on tackling destructive alcohol abuse in society and promoting responsible drinking. The idea of the fund is to invest in projects that will in turn reduce the harmful impact that alcohol abuse causes on a substantial amount of Glasgow’s streets and blights Scotland’s communities.
Glasgow South West MP Ian Davidson spoke passionately about the initiative “It’s vital the drinks industry recognises its responsibilities, not only to try and prevent problem drinking but also to deal with the effects and aftermath.” He continued “Thus this move by the whisky trade association is welcome. I hope that other drinks manufacturers, particularly the companies that target young people, take heed and make the same kind of lasting commitment to funding projects, especially those that deal with the lasting sometimes harmful lifelong impact that affects friends and family dealing with excessive drinking.
Charities will be able to share in a total of £100,000 pounds each year, beginning 2014 and lasting until 2018.
Applications for support of new projects can seek an award of up-to and including £10,000 pounds; existing initiatives, with a proven track record, can receive help of up-to £25,000 pounds.
The Scotch Whisky Action Fund aims to support and develop projects, initiatives and interceptive procedures that will tackle harm among young people aged eighteen and under. The initiative aims to directly benefit families and communities affected by irresponsible or excessive consumption of alcohol.
For more information on the Scotch Whisky Association visit www.scotch-whisky.org.uk To download an application form for the grant visit http://www.foundationscotland. org.uk/media/181549/SWA-ApplicationDecember13.docx
Research commissioned by the SWA revealed that if society is truly determined to combat alcohol abuse on the streets of Glasgow and Scotland then an increase in funding is needed. They also revealed that there is a need to develop existing initiatives and support new programmes to combat alcohol misuse.
One killed and four injured in weekend of accidents in Clydebank On Sunday the 26th one man was killed and another seriously injured in a single vehicle incident in the Clydebank area. The incident occurred around 11pm on Sunday night, when the car the two men were travelling left the road and hit a tree. The crash took place on the Great Western Road between the Clydebank and Drumchapel areas of the city. The Scottish Fire & Rescue Service responded to a request from Police with two fire engines, which were dispatched from the Clydebank community fire station. The crews once called upon arrived on the scene in under four minutes. According to station Commander Joe McKay his crews were forced to cut away the vehicles roof in order to allow paramedics access to the two men, unfortunately when the paramedics were finally able to give emergency treatment one of the men was pronounced dead at the scene while the other was seriously injured and taken by ambulance to the Western Infirmary for treatment. Police Scotland are requesting that anyone who
witnessed the accident should come forward and contact them via their non emergency hotline number 101. This was infact the second traffic accident that the Clydebank wing of the Scottish Fire & Rescue service had to attend in the area over the weekend of the 24th. The previous incident involved two vehicles and three women were injured in the crash. Station Commander McKay attributes some of the underlying causes of the two incidents over the weekend to the variable road conditions at this time of year and people not adjusting their driving style accordingly. McKay also went on to say: “If we all accept it can happen to us and follow Police Scotland advice for safe winter driving we can reduce the chances of being involved in a collision”. The Police offer free advice and tips on safer winter driving on the Police Scotland website. By Michael McDaid
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Couch! Feeling run down after Christmas and New Year? Overdid it slightly with the celebrations? Already gave up on the New Year resolutions? Sounds like you need some get up and go? Well why not get up and run. You can chase those winter blues away and have fun in the process. All whilst raising money for charity.
Glasgow’s Big Fun Run 2014 is fast approaching, and it promises to be the best one yet. Where it truly is the taking part that counts, welcoming to all ages, and abilities, it gives everyone the chance to get active and have a blast in doing so.
Bellahouston Park in Glasgow Saturday 11th October will hold the 5K. Not only that but if you want to bring the family, kids below five go free and if you sign up early for the early bird offer you receive £1 pound off every entry. The 180 acre Bellahouston Park on the South Side of Glasgow is the perfect
setting for the Big Fun Run the park itself features a ski slope, sports centre and an adventure playground for those young and young at heart.
“They’re family affairs, with people across all the generations taking part. It’s not unusual to see a grandparent, mum and kids all at the start line. Lots of runners take part in fancy dress. It’s a little different to other races. It’s less about the testosterone charged athletes charging home in record time. It’s about mums with prams, dads with toddlers on their shoulders, Fred Flintstone racing his granny around the track, whilst one of the 101 Dalmation’s runs alongside them, it’s remarkable, unbeatable and all for a good cause.”
Lesley Buchanan last year raised £615 for Saying Goodbye, a nationwide group which organises remembrance services for parents who lose a baby and supports families through their loss.” She spoke fondly of the organisation “I miscarried three children and Saying Goodbye helped me immensely with my loss so this cause is very close to my heart. I thought that I could help others through a tough time by volunteering. Last year my two year old niece joined in the run alongside me, she might have been the youngest
runner taking part in Britain. She did so well.” The Big Fun Run was created by the company GSI, who also host the Edinburgh Marathon. Festival.Prices for participation are £11.49 per adult, £9.49 for children and runners over 65. Kids under five run free and every participant who finishes gets a medal, goody bag and refreshments. The early bird runs until February 23. For more information or to enter Big Fun Run 2014 visit www.bigfunrun.com
Big Fun Run director, Neil Kilgour said “If you’d love to get more active in 2014 then this is a great place to start. It’s strictly for fun and it’s all about the easy relaxed enjoyable exercise. It doesn’t matter how quickly or slowly you go. You can run, jog, juggle, dress up, take a buggy. It’s up-to you.”
The Big Fun Run, which last year raised more than £200,000 pounds for charity, starts in Glasgow at 11am, is only one of eighteen Big Fun Runs staged across the UK, beginning from July and running across the entire summer calendar, until October 2014. Nationwide more than 7,000 people took part in the Big Fun Run events last year and this year they are hoping for an increase in participants. Big Fun Run Director Neil Kilgour explains why the events are so popular
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Can You Turn Your Back on Pain This New Year? If you are fed up with taking pain killers and want to find out if something else can be done to ease your back pain, perhaps this New Year would be a good time to visit one of the highly-trained osteopaths at Glasgow Osteopaths and take advantage of a limited-time special offer: a complete Spinal Assessment using a posture analysis machine (a £35 value) for only £5.
Osteopathy is a very safe form of treatment. Instead of drugs, osteopaths use their hands both to discover the underlying causes of pain and to carry out treatment using a variety of techniques from massage of soft tissues to manipulation and movement of joints. Maybe it’s lower back pain or a work or sports related injury that’s keeping you from being as active as you would like to be. Osteopathy can typically help these problems and allow you to get back to your normal activities. It can
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be also be helpful in treating other conditions, such as some headaches and neck pain. Glasgow Osteopaths has three locations covering the Greater Glasgow area: The Natural Health Service (123 High St, Glasgow), the Paisley Osteopathic Clinic (31 Moss St.), and the Lenzie Osteopathic Clinic (1 Garngaber Avenue). Each location benefits from high-quality facilities in central, easily-accessible locations with nearby train stations & car parking. Owner and Principal Osteopath Asif Allauddin is proud to bring the superior Glasgow Osteopaths quality of service and care to patients at each clinic. Says Asif, ‘We offer a relaxed, warm, and welcoming approach to osteopathy in fresh, inviting surroundings, and we provide a high level of service. People don’t always know what to expect with an osteopathic consultation, but if we feel we can’t
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can treat a wide variety of problems and injuries. Asif is also an active member of the Scottish Osteopathic Society and an osteopath for larger companies and local authorities. Tim Bassett specialises in treating sports injuries, relocated to Scotland after working as an osteopath in London with a team of physiotherapists and doctors in a medical rehabilitation and preventative therapy facility. Faith Johns relocated to Glasgow after studying Biomedical Science at Aberdeen University and completing her Masters degree in Osteopathy at Oxford Brookes University. In addition to standard osteopathic treatment, Faith is also qualified to perform cranial osteopathy, medical acupuncture, and sports massage.
wide variety of backgrounds. She is also trained in Medical Acupuncture and uses it to complement her Osteopathic treatments. All ages are welcome at the clinics. Consultations and treatments are priced at £35 for each appointment (£30 for concessions and children) but until Feb 22nd 2014, Glasgow Osteopaths is pleased to offer a full Spinal Assessment using the spinal analysis machine, comprising an osteopathic consultation, examination, and postural assessment, for just £5.
Bethany Alston moved to Glasgow after qualifying in Osteopathy at Oxford Brookes. As well as treating a wide range of osteopathic conditions, Bethany is a keen runner and has an interest in sport injuries. She has also completed courses in cranial osteopathy. Muniba Malik graduated with a Masters in Osteopathy and Diploma in Naturopathy from the British College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009 and then spent three years in London treating patients from a
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£1.7m pounds revamped Ibrox Subway Station keeps Underground modernisation on track. finding, information and signage for passengers.
Enhancements include hearing loops for the hard of hearing, tactile paving and colour contrast flooring. The lighting has been improved in the station with brighter, more welcoming, energy efficient lights.
“I am delighted to see these improvements at Ibrox Station and I look forward to the modernisation programme being rolled out across the rest of the subway system. Six
Glasgow and I know many of my constituents would be lost without it.”
Joining Nicola Sturgeon at the launch was Councillor Jim Coleman, SPT Chair, and Gordon Maclennan who
The installation of smart gates, ticket machine technology and a vastly improved CCTV system will benefit users of the subway system. The half million people who use Ibrox Subway Station per year will be benefit as Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon officially unveiled the £1.7 million pounds Ibrox Subway Station revamp. SPT (Strathclyde Partnership for Transport unveiled the third revamped station in its £288 million pound subway modernisation programme Key improvements at the Ibrox Subway Station are the rebuild and relocation of the ticket office and the creation of much needed retail space in the area. Other improvements are new way
Glasgow’s Subway system is actually the third oldest in the world standing behind only London and Budapest in terms of longevity. Opening its doors for the first time 14th Dec 1896, and is the only other underground system in Britain alongside London where the entire system is completely below the ground.
The improved Subway Smartcard has improved technology that will allow quicker top ups, speedier journeys and increased security. It is hoped that as the new system becomes more implemented within everyday life that other transport regulators will see the benefits and follow suit, helping to create seamless travel from Subway, bus, rail and ferry services across Scotland. Almost 20,000 people are benefitting from the new system already. Nicola Sturgeon took the opportunity, to try out her own Subway Smartcard for the very first time and had this to say about the Ibrox improvements.
SPT Chair Jim Coleman said “I am delighted that the Deputy First Minister could join us today to celebrate another landmark in our modernisation programme. The Subway is part of Glasgow’s fabric of life. This shows that we are committed to ensuring we can deliver the best possible service for the way people expect to live their lives now and in the future.”
of the fifteen subway stations are in my Southside constituency and I am a huge fan. It’s a great way to get about
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is SPT Chief Executive who was officially marking the completion of the upgrades undertaken between April and November 2013.
SPT has pledged to help improve the thirteen million passenger journeys made yearly by continuing to revamp the entire underground subway system and aims to have the majority of modernisation works completed by 2020. All whilst keeping the subway open for passengers during refurbishment.
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SWAP Students; Lorraine, Clare, Yvonne, Catriona, Steven, Robert, Tracy & Alison. THE Scottish Wider Access Programme has been developed by colleges and universities in partnership to provide opportunities for adults who have few or no qualifications to progress to higher education. How can the SWAP factor help you? Here are some FAQs which may help you: Why? “To get the education I didn’t get at school”, “I was yearning to do something different with my life”, “To get a good job.” Changes? “I think people are starting to get it now. My sister used to say ‘get a grip’ but now she’s telling people that her sister is going to university!”, “I was a painter and decorator before, now I am going to make a great nurse!”
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Local nursery gets top marks for excellence An East Renfrewshire nursery is celebrating after being given an outstanding report by inspectors after they dropped in un-announced. The highly respected nursery class at Giffnock Primary School had a visit by the Care Inspectorate and of the eight areas they looked at they received seven excellents out of a possible eight with the eighth area receiving a not to be sniffed at “very good”. Councillor Paul O’Kane who is Vice convener for education and equalities said “very well done to Giffnock nursery class on such
is happening in the nursery.”
He continued “I’d like to offer everyone involved-the head teacher, nursery staff and of course the children-huge congratulations on this tremendous achievement.” Some of the aspects that inspectors looked at during their visit were the happiness of children and parents with the quality of provision at Giffnock nursery class. Staff provided a caring, nurturing environment for children to develop and learn.
Children were having a positive experience during the nursery class.
Children were being supported by a highly motivated staff team that was continuing to develop and improve the service. The nursery excelled in care and support for children and families. Head Teacher of Giffnock Primary Pauline Ferguson spoke proudly of the awarded accolade “We are delighted with the extremely positive report which endorses the hard work, commitment and support from both staff and parents.”
TOP MARKS: From left are nursery teacher Marjory Bradley, Emaan Ahmed, Christopher Campbell and acting depute head Gillian Frew, who is in charge of the nursery. ever improve our service.” TOP TABLE: From left are Lilly Monaghan, Edie Campbell, Yousef Haddad, Joseph Hill and Christopher Campbell. a fantastic report, to get seven excellents out of eight is absolutely exceptional and it is testament to the wonderful teaching and learning that
Staff were forward thinking and continuing to develop and improve the outcomes for children and families using the service.
She continued. “We look forward to continuing to build on our strong partnerships, working with all stakeholders in the continual drive to
Refrewshire Council is committed to providing the very best education standards, starting with our very youngest children, and this outstanding report is yet another example of that.”
The Giffnock Primary nursery class has a roll call of 60 pupils, 30 in the morning and 30 in the afternoon. Councillor Paul O’Kane reminded people of the council’s promise of a high standard nursery education “East
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John Mason MSP for Calton calls for government intervention on subsidence Calton’s MSP, John Mason, has called upon the Scottish Government’s intervention following yet another subsidence issue within his constituency.
For the third time in a row, a building or road within Glasgow Shettleston – in close proximity to Glasgow 2014 venues – has been closed due to subsidence.
In January 2012, a major strategic road in the East End was closed for six months when the building at 594 London Road was deemed unsafe.
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Later that year, in October 2012, part of the road surface between Celtic Park and the Emirates Arena collapsed. This meant that another part of London Road was closed for eight months – directly outside two Commonwealth Games venues. Just recently residents in Millroad Drive in the Calton area had to flee their home due to subsidence. Mr Mason has now written to both Derek MacKay MSP, Minister for Local Government and Planning, and to Shona Robison MSP, Minister for Commonwealth Games and Sport, to seek the Government’s intervention. Commenting, John Mason, local MSP, said:“This is the third subsidence issue in the last couple of years - all within
a very close proximity to strategically important roads or Commonwealth Games venues. “Unfortunately the previous two cases – both on London Road - have shown Glasgow City Council to be incredibly slow to take action which is simply unacceptable. I am keen to ensure that the Council acts quickly and efficiently on this occasion, so I have written to the Scottish Government to ask what locus they have over this particular issue. “Local residents, businesses and other organisations simply can’t afford to wait five and six months for action to be taken by the local authority, so hopefully the Council and Government can move this along as efficiently as possible.”
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Gillian and AnneMarie get taken out by funnyman Paddy McGuinness! It definitely wasn’t a case of ‘no likey, no lighty’ when two Slimming World Consultants from Shettleston, after meeting comedian and TV presenter Paddy McGuinness at an annual awards ceremony. Gillian Marshall and AnneMarie Nairn were delighted to get the chance to cuddle up to Paddy when he co-hosted the Slimming World Awards with the organisation’s chair and founder Margaret Miles-Bramwell OBE. Paddy, who shot to fame in Channel 4 comedy Phoenix Nights, alongside school friend Peter Kay, before becoming a popular stand-up comedian, said he thoroughly enjoyed the experience. He added: “I have to admit the most I knew about Slimming World before the awards was a gag in Peter’s routine that refers to Slimming World as being a £1 cheaper than its competitors! Jokes aside, I was genuinely amazed to hear about what a difference Consultants like Gillian and AnneMarie make to people’s lives. At the ceremony I met lots of people who’d lost incredible amounts of
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weight and it had totally changed their lives. Every single one of them told me that they couldn’t have done it without the support of their Slimming World group and their Consultant. “Before I started working in comedy I was a fitness instructor so I know how important it is to look after yourself, but equally I know it’s not always easy to motivate yourself. So, having the help and support of people like Gillian and AnneMarie to keep you on track and be there with advice when you need it really is invaluable.” Gillian, who runs a Slimming World group at St Maria Goretti, Cranhill every Tuesday, said meeting Paddy at the event, which was held at Birmingham’s International Convention Centre, was the cherry on the top of a great year for slimmers in Shettleston: “Obviously the most important thing is that the group have lost weight and improved their health throughout 2013 and I’m so proud of all of my members – many have achieved their target weights and been able do things they never thought
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possible before slimming down. I can’t wait to see what 2014 holds for us and I’d love anyone who’s thinking about losing weight this year to join us. AnneMarie, who runs a Slimming World group at Methodist Church Hall, Shettleston every Wednesday, agrees: “I truly believe that Slimming World is the best way for people to take control of their weight this year. Even if they’ve struggled to stick to slimming plans in the past, I know we can help them to make a life change this time around – my members are proof of that. By making small easy changes to their shopping, cooking and eating habits while getting Slimming World support. They will overcome the challenges they face, they see a big difference on the scales, a big difference to the way they feel, and a big smile on their face!”
To get your 2014 off to a super slimming start call Gillian on 07751 014183 or AnneMarie on 0141 5733580 or visit www.slimmingworld.com.
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the elements of colour and shadow and using what they had learned the children went on to create a vibrant and intriguing collection of artwork which The Young Gallery hopes will: “Delight and inspire visitors to the gallery” The “Diversity” collection, will be launched on the morning of Friday the 21st between 10am and 12pm and will have a second launch time in the afternoon between 1pm and 3pm. The exhibition will then run until Friday the 14th.
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It’s time to stand up and be counted 2014 is a watershed year in the political landscape of Scotland and Britain. 2014 is a year that could see Scotland choose independence from the rest of the United Kingdom.
However there is a problem, at this present minute, more than a million people of voting age in Scotland are not on the voting register, so unfortunately, they can’t take part in any democratic decisions that could shape the landscape of the country they live in. The organisation “Bite the Ballot” has created National Voters Registration Day (NRVD) which is set to take place February 5TH and its aim to sign up at least 250,00 new voters across the UK. The NVRD is being supported alongside Bite The Bullet by the National Union of Students, ASDA and TeachFirst its aim is to highlight the need for young people to take an interest in the Political Landscape shaping the country.
Bite the Ballot’s Scotland organiser, Liam O’Hare spoke about the ambitious initiative “There is a million people not on the voting register in Scotland alone. With the referendum approaching there will never be a better time to engage those who feel disengaged.” He continued “On National Voter Registration Day we hope to give a voice to thousands of Scots. And this is only the beginning of our combined efforts to ensure that every eligible person in Scotland will have a vote come September 18th.” For more information on bite the bullet contact Glasgow@bitetheballot.co.uk.
There will be activities and “registration rallies” across Scotland on February 5th with numerous universities, colleges and local authorities participating in the event. There is a special significance in Scotland in regards to highlighting voter apathy, as with the independence referendum fast approaching on September 18th. For the first time 16-17 year olds will have the ability to vote.
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Cat has a wheelie lucky escape! The Scottish SPCA are desperately trying to reunite a cat with its owner, after it was found trapped in a wheelie bin in the Ibrox area of Glasgow.
On the 27th January the SSPCA were alerted to the distressed cat after a passer-by noticed a peculiar noise radiating from a nearby wheelie bin on Copland Road at around 6pm. The relieved cat was retrieved from the wheelie bin immediately and taken to a nearby homeless hostel to await rescue. The male ginger and white cat is now being take care of by the loving staff at the Scottish SPCA’S Glasgow Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre in the nearby Cardonald area and they have affectionately named him Dusty.
Amy Robb, Animal Rescue Officer, said of Dusty “poor Dusty was found inside the wheelie bin with the lid closed.”
She continued “We are not sure whether he was scavenging for food and unfortunately fell in or whether he was put there deliberately, perhaps as a cruel prank. Luckily people from the hostel heard his meow’s and rescued him.”
Amy said sadly “He is in good health and very friendly so it’s clear to us that he was someone’s pet, we would love to reunite him with his owner, however he has no collar, and he hasn’t been micro-chipped so we have no way of getting in touch.” But Amy explained there could be a happy ending to the saga “If no one comes forward we can be sure to find him a loving new home.” If you have any information please contact the Scottish SPCA animal helpline on 03000 999 999 or contact Claire Gordon on 01383 841020.
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To date, drop – in services are currently available in: North West • Maryhill Library • The Mitchell Library • Hillhead Library • Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) • Scotstoun Leisure Centre North East • Riddrie Library • Dennistoun Library • Easterhouse Library (The Bridge) • Springburn Library South
A pioneering new Information and support service for people affected by cancer has now been rolled out to 14 venues across Glasgow. Macmillan Cancer Support and Glasgow Libraries have teamed up to offer cancer information and support in local venues as part of a city-wide project to ensure everyone in the city can access cancer support in their community. This support is
available to not only anyone who has had a diagnosis, but also to their relatives, carers and friends. Along with emotional support, the service also provides access to benefits and financial advice, complementary therapies, counselling and a menu of physical activity options. By the end of 2014, every library across Glasgow will have a Macmillan presence.
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Here at the South Glasgow News we’ve come up with 10 suggestions for the clueless Casanovas out there which are sure to set the fires of passion alight! 10. A Gourmet Home Cooked Meal and Candle-lit Dinner.
This one is a sure fire winner as you put in the time over a hot stove, in a literal labour of love. Wow your significant other with your prowess in the kitchen and woo them with a candle lit evening. Novelty apron optional. 9. Write your Partner a Love Letter Ah, the love letter. A relic of a time gone by, but still one of the most personal and special ways of showing your love and affection for that special person in your life. For an extra special touch write the letter on some scented paper. 8. A Saucy Evening of Cabaret and Burlesque Stir up the saucy side of your relationship with an evening of cabaret and burlesque. With events
becoming more and more common across the city it won’t be hard to find one on Valentines night in a venue near you.
7. Take your Partner Ice Skating Plenty of hand holding is guaranteed for you and your other half, as you both try to keep your balance on the ice. Careful though as you could end up with a few bruises neither of you planned to get on Valentine’s day. 6. Become Your Partners Servant For The Day. Start the day by bringing your beloved breakfast in bed with a bouquet of flowers on the side. Starting the day as you mean to go on, bow to your partners every whim, fulfilling every one of their needs and desires for the entire day. Optional Extra: A serving bell which may “Accidentally” find
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5. Have Your Partner Serenaded. Take your other half out for a quiet night on the town and surprise them with a pre-arranged live rendition of their favourite song from a local musician. Try and pick your partners favourite song if possible or at least be original, the world doesn’t need another rendition of “Your Song”. 4. First Date Round Two. Visit the place where you and your partner had your first date. Rekindle that intense passion, that has perhaps lay dormant recently and see each other through new eyes once more. 3. Weather Permitting a Romantic Picnic in the Park If the notorious Scottish weather
allows it, put on your heavy coat, pack some sandwiches and a waterproofed blanket and wax romantic in one of the cities beautiful parks
2. Highland Getaway As Valentine’s day falls on a Friday this year, why not take the opportunity to book a weekend break to the Highlands of this beautiful country. With the breath taking scenery and romantic isolation of the Highlands, you might just have to keep each other warm. 1. For the More Extravagant amongst Us For those who want to really push the boat out a trip to Paris fits the bill perfectly. Whisking the love of your life of to the city of “Amour” is guaranteed to make for a Valentine’s Day to remember for years to come.
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Get On Your Bike Entries are now open for Scottish Cycling and the Scottish Cross Country Association MTB Series 2014.
The season offers amazing racing opportunities on thrilling courses these include tracks in the Highlands, Dumfries-shire and the course at Cathkin Braes which has been newly developed for Glasgow’s 2014 Commonwealth Games. Not an experienced cyclist? Each round offers a variety of racing categories to accommodate the hardiest of cyclists’ right through to those who fall into the beginner category. Scottish Cycling underpins and co-ordinates the organisation of more than 644 events every year.
Race Entries are live and riders can enter by visiting the following link www.britishcycling.org.uk/events. Once there enter the Key Word: Scottish XC Series Dates and venues for 2014 are as follows Round 1: 23rd March, Forfar
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Minister for International Security Strategy visits Glasgow and Strathclyde Universities “Many will go on Officer Training Corps to chose a career Minister for International Security Strategy, Dr Andrew Murrison watched Officer Cadets conducting Army Reserve training when he paid a visit to Glasgow and Strathclyde Universities Officer Training Corps on last night.
Dr Murrison made the trip to see for himself what goes on at the Unit, which is made up of 150 Officer Cadets from the four Universities in and around Glasgow , and 20 staff. During the evening he watched the Officer Cadets take part in their training syllabus, including field craft, tactics, planning and decision making. He also spoke to them about their experiences in the Unit and heard about their recent ascent of Mount Kenya and plans for an ascent of Mont Blanc , later this year. The visit was rounded off by a display from the Corp’s award-winning Pipes and Drums. Dr Murrison congratulated the Officer
Cadets on their enthusiasm and professionalism. He also paid tribute to the Unit’s staff, whose hard work ensured that eight Officer Cadets commissioned into the Army Reserve in the last 12 months. He said: “I have been very impressed by what I have seen here this evening; the commitment of the staff who offer this high quality training, and the dedication and skill of the officer cadets who I have met. “I hope that more of you will continue in the footsteps of your predecessors – capitalising on the knowledge, opportunities and skills you have acquired here by joining the Army Reserve.” Lt Col James Bryden, Commanding Officer of Glasgow and Strathclyde Universities Officer Training Corps said: “It has been a real privilege to host the Min ister and show off the skills, enthusiasm and commitment of the Officer Cadets.
“They carry out their training alongside their studies and what they achieve is remarkable.
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SFRS Chief Officer Alasdair Hay and Chair Pat Watters welcomed Minister for Community Safety and Legal Affairs Roseanna Cunningham to the service’s new state-of-the-art facility.
Chief Officer Hay said: “Urban search and rescue is a highly specialised aspect of the modern firefighter’s role and this facility ensures crews from all over Scotland can develop and maintain those skills. “We all saw the courage, skill and professionalism of our USAR teams following the recent tragedy at the Clutha Bar in Glasgow City Centre, so it is important the public know our commitment to supporting our firefighters’ training in such difficult work.
Firefighters from across Scotland are developing their specialist urban search and rescue (USAR) skills at a brand new facility, which replicates the treacherous, cramped and complex scenes of building collapses and other emergencies.
The £2.4million purpose-built Technical Rescue Training Zone is the latest asset at the world-leading Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) Training Centre in Cambuslang on the outskirts of Glasgow.
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“The environment facing USAR teams is often incredibly complex and hazardous. Rescuers must operate in very confined and extremely unpredictable spaces with the constant threat of collapse always a very real risk. “Working in dangerous voids within large amounts of heavy and unstable debris, USAR teams take on the immense challenge of finding,
stabilising and removing potentially high numbers of seriously injured casualties. “Construction of our Technical Rescue Training Zone began one month into the life of the new Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, and it is truly a great pleasure to see it provide Scotland’s firefighters with an unparalleled training facility. “This site allows firefighters to train in realistic surroundings, ensuring when emergencies of this sort happen anywhere in Scotland, our crews have benefited from the expertise and best practice guidance of specialist instructors and can call upon personal experience of operating in similar settings.” The newly operational Technical Rescue Training Zone includes removable stairs, collapsed floors, collapsed roofs, removable safety barriers, and a tunnel complex capable of simulating collapses in its sections. Firefighters training at the new facility will be able to practice tunnelling and shoring, hot cutting of steel, and breaking and breaching concrete, as well as conducting technical search
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Pat Watters, Chair of the SFRS Board commented: “From the outset of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service we
of hazards and victims with potentially life-threatening injuries and will be operating in highly unstable settings so, by replicating these scenes, the new Technical Rescue Training Zone will be a tremendous asset.
“With firefighters from every part of Scotland now receiving specialist training at this world-leading facility, it means expert USAR capability will be readily available wherever and whenever it is needed.” The zone also includes a wilderness rescue area, with trees planted and boulders installed to replicate a wooded hillside.
have made clear our commitment to ensuring every community benefits from equitable access to specialist and national resources. “Firefighters conducting USAR operations must be able to safely find and reach casualties and provide them with emergency trauma care in the most challenging of environments. “They may face an unknown number
Visiting the new facility on Wednesday (29 January), Fire Minister Roseanna Cunningham said: “It is wonderful to see first-hand how investment is being used to such great affect in this world-leading training facility in Cambuslang. “Scottish firefighters are amongst the most experienced and highly professional in the world and having the opportunity to access this specialist training is a fantastic addition.
“While conventional training is important, there is no doubt that working in this new Technical Rescue Training Zone gives our firefighters the opportunity to develop their skills and use them at short notice, and as we’ve seen recently during the Clutha disaster. “Our firefighters played an important role during this incident and I also had the opportunity to visit the Johnstone Fire Control Centre earlier today to thank staff again for their hard work and dedication through the most tragic of circumstances. “Johnstone is a facility which covers calls from over 50% of Scotland’s communities – from rural to urban to the islands and across Gaelic speaking regions, and the way they handled this incident whilst also providing an excellent level of service to other communities is to be commended. “Both of these unique facilities allow firefighters and fire staff across the length and breadth of Scotland to provide Scotland with an exceptional service and to keep people safe.”
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The Village is one of the most significant new urban developments in the UK, set amongst the green banks of the River Clyde and only three miles from the city centre. The development sports state of the art buildings which are set to be cheaper to heat than the average Scottish home due to the state of the art building techniques used in the construction of the homes at the Village. The homes will all have their hot water pumped to them from a central heating station within the village which will ensure the costs will be kept down for the eventual owners of the homes.
The custom built homes in the athletes’ village in Dalmarnock are set to become some of the hottest and most sought after property in the city when they are unveiled to the public in February. A Staggering 1800 people have already registered for updates on the exclusive properties. Those who have registered their interest in the
properties will be treated to ‘invitation only’, ahead of the public launch on Saturday the 8th of February, viewing appointments at the Villages Marketing Suite, which is comprised of three show homes, two sales suites and a three story information suite which will serve to answer any questions which prospective buyers may wish to ask.
Those who are intending to buy one the properties will also be able to benefit from the new Government backed ‘Help to Buy’ scheme which will enable buyers to own a new home with only a 5% deposit. After the Commonwealth Games have ended, the £150m development in Dalmarnock will transform into a unique property opportunity for families and first time
The homes which have been built and are being sold by the award winning building firms Cruden Homes and MacTaggart & Mickel are being promoted as some of the most modern properties in the country. Liz Mallon, Sales and Marketing Manager of Cruden Homes said: “The Village sets a new standard for spacious and affordable family housing. We’ve been overwhelmed by the number of registrations of interest in these homes and we are confident that potential buyers will be delighted by what is on offer in this brand new destination for Glasgow.”
The East end of the city has seen unprecedented levels of development and investment thanks to the Commonwealth Games. The developments include the Athletes Village, the new M74 motorway which links the East of the city with the rest of the motorway network. The local Dalmarnock train station has also undergone extensive renovations in order to improve services and bring the station into line with the now aspirational look that the East end is taking on. These developments are accompanied by the world-class Emirates Arena and the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome, which alongside the nearby Celtic park is turning the East end of Glasgow into Scotland’s sporting hub and one of the premier major events destinations in the UK. Alongside these developments Glasgow City Council has announced the results of a review of the developments and projects which have been put in place six months ahead of the beginning of the commonwealth games, the results are extremely positive. In the report it is detailed that £307million of Games related contracts have been awarded so far, with around 60% of that figure going to Glasgow business, this figure comes in at £184million which has been directly invested in Glasgow based companies for the Games.
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The report also goes on to state how Glasgow is possibly a world first in regards to preparations for a major sporting event such as the Commonwealth Games, in that all the venues being delivered by the Council for the games have been completed and in use a year before the commencement of the game. With completion of the facilities for the events so ahead of schedule it is
a message to the world that Glasgow is not only open for business, but that the city is a world leader in international events, this image will be especially important for the city when the worlds eyes are upon the city in six months’ time. Councillor Archie Graham, Executive Member for the Commonwealth Games at Glasgow City Council, said: “This latest update report illustrates
the impact still being made by getting Glasgow ready for the Games. As we approach the home straight, we will continue to do all that we can to ensure that as many people, organisations and businesses in the city enjoy this unique legacy both now, during the Games and for many years in the future.”
“The council’s Glasgow 2014 Legacy Framework aims to make the city a more prosperous, active, inclusive, accessible, greener place, with a greater international profile and outlook.”
One of the key objectives of the Games project is outlined in the report it being that: “The council’s Glasgow 2014 Legacy Framework aims to make the city a more prosperous, active, inclusive, accessible, greener place, with a greater international profile and outlook.”
It seems after such a glowing report for Glasgow that the Games are sure to be a fantastic success and yet another reason for the people of Glasgow to be proud of their city as it flourishes on the international stage. By Michael McDaid
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Bastille, ready armed and storming their way to success.
MUSIC REVIEWS place in London’s Porchester Hall, reimagined thirteen of the group’s most popular songs fans were also lucky enough to hear the first play of new track “making plans”.
Above and Beyond set another benchmark in spectacular acoustic set.
EDM trio Above and Beyond have set another benchmark in the world of dance music. The group, who met at university, successfully played an entire acoustic set accompanied by vocal singers and instruments. There is no stopping the Bastille revolution after winning the Sunday Times Culture’s prestigious band of the year award, the recent announcement of four Brit Award nominations, their hit song Pompeii selling more than 1million copies in the US alone and smashing into the US ITunes top ten, 2014 is shaping up to be even more successful than last year. After a successful fan backed social media campaign fan favourite Flaws is being primed for re-release as a thank you to the fans for cementing the band as the biggest band to make the breakthrough in 2013
The accolades that Bastille are challenging for during Brit Awards Ceremony on Wed February 19th are Best British Breakthrough Act, British Group, British single for their smash Pompeii as well as the highly coveted Mastercard Album of the Year for their no1 debut album Bad Blood. The band are set to perform live at the world famous award ceremony which is taking place at London’s 02 Arena. Win lose or draw, it’s sure to be a memorable night. Flaws is set for re-release 3rd March
The group who have played sets in a hot air balloon, played live to a million people on Barra Beach in Rio de Janeiro, and also played at the unveiling of Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic SpaceShip2 in the Mojave Desert are keen believers in pushing the boundaries of dance music culture forward. Once again Above and Beyond do this by re-imagining, how we perceive EDM as fans and how an EDM concert can be created. The acoustic concert, played live on You Tube channel Thump. Did so in front of an intimate crowd of very lucky fans. The event which took
The new album simply called “Acoustic” which was recorded live at the event. Was released for sale the day after the live streamed event, this momentous occasion sets another important moment in an already illustrious career in both dance and acoustic music.
There Anybody Out There?” being released eight days later, the group are set for their long awaited assault on the charts. Fans of the American show So You Think You Can Dance will already be familiar with the song and after being played on the show rocketed up ITunes Singles Charts. A Great Big World which is made up of duo Ian Axel and Chad Vaccrino met whilst at university and thanks to funding from a very popular Kickstarter campaign. They were able to release an independent EP and from then on caught the zeitgeist of American music listeners. The single “Say Something” has been viewed 19 million times online and is topping the charts right across the European charts. It’s no wonder critics and fans both agree on the potential of this new group.
Great Big World ready for debut success. A Great Big World are beginning to make headways in the music industry. With the release of their debut single “Say Something” featuring Pop Megastar Christina Aguilera, and highly anticipated debut album “Is
Now its Britain’s turn. After selling 1.5 million copies of debut single “Say Something” in America, its Britain’s turn to cosy into the warm embrace of the talented duo. “Say Something” Ft Christina Aguilera will be released Feb 16th with the debut album “Is There Anybody Out There”, being released eight days later on Feb 24.
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The South Glasgow News would like to wish its readers a Happy Year of The Horse!
Dangerous fake ecstasy tablets in circulation The pills dubbed “pink superman”contain dangerous amounts of a highly toxic stimulant known as paramethoxyamphetamine (PMA)
Last summer there were several high profile deaths linked to the toxic stimulant after a batch referred to as “Green Rolex” featuring PMA as a main ingredient were wrongly being sold as ecstasy tablets leading to serious adverse reactions and ultimately fatalities.
The stimulant, which has been linked to dozens of deaths throughout the last decade. The stimulant is known to be toxic if combined with alcohol and other recreational drugs and is especially dangerous if consumed in high doses.
If you have any information in regards to production or supply of these dangerous new pills, contact the 101, non-emergency number, or Crimestoppers can be contacted directly on 0800 555 111 with all calls being ‘in confidence’.
Police have issued a statement warning clubbers and regular users of ecstasy to be on the lookout for a deadly batch of similar looking pills.
The Superman tablets named due to their distinctive pink colour featuring the ‘Superman’ logo on one side and a ‘half score’ line and copyright logo on the reverse. Friday the 31st of January marked the beginning of Chinese New Year. This year is the “Year of the Wood Horse” and signals the departure of the “Year of the Water Snake”.
The Chinese calendar is made up of a 12 year cycle of animals known as the Chinese zodiac. The 12 animals interact with the five elements: wood, metal, fire, water and earth.
The combination of animal and element, gives believers in the zodiac predictions for the coming year, this year with the combination of horse and wood, astrologers are predicting an energetic year with a potential for conflict. Some have said that the wood element will provide fuel for the horse sign.
The second half of the year is “yin fire” which will increase the potential for conflict and increase the energetic nature of this lunar calendar based year. Feng Shui practitioner Raymond Lo told Reuters: “The upcoming Horse year is also a ‘yang wood’ year. It is said that people will stick more to their principles and stand firm. So it is hard to negotiate or compromise as there are more tendencies for people to fight for their ideals.” All of the staff at the Glasgow News would like to wish our entire readership a luck-filled, healthy, happy and prosperous year ahead. By Michael McDaid
Scottish police forces have released statements on all major social media sites. Warning people to be aware of these dangerous pills to be extra vigilant and to take care.
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The 29th Glasgow Scout Group will be holding a Coffee Morning and Nearly New Clothes sale on Saturday, 8th February from from 10am til 12 noon at the Scout Halls, 147 Mossgiel Road, Newlands, Glasgow G43 2BY. There will be an opportunity to browse through a selection of nearly new clothing, home baking and brica-brac to find a bargain.
Prices are adults: £2.50 Children over 5: 50p Children under 5 and uniformed scouts: FREE of charge Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy the fun.
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Margaret Curran MP Curran - still time for police to re-think damaging front counter plans
Margaret Curran MP has urged locals to make their feelings known about controversial plans to slash opening hours at police station front counters in the East End. In October last year, Police Scotland announced plans to reduce front counter hours at Police Stations throughout the country, including 4 in the East End of Glasgow, the final plans for the East End stations have not yet been revealed – with Police Scotland expected to make an announcement in the coming weeks. Glasgow East MP Margaret said: ‘The proposals have been flawed from the start, often drawing on incomplete data or guesswork. At two meetings I held in the East End before the New Year, local people were clearly concerned that
the reduction in counter hours was just the thin end of the wedge and would have a negative impact on the quality of local policing. I would urge people who feel strongly about this issue to make their views known to Police Scotland before it’s too late.’ She added: ‘We mustn’t forget the Scottish Government’s role in all this. After all it is their relentless drive to centralise services, combined with deep cuts to the Police budget of £120 million over 2 years that has forced Police Scotland’s hand. I have written to the Justice Secretary, Kenny MacAskill MSP, and asked that he work with Police Scotland to deal with the concerns raised by local people.’ Labour Councillor for the Shettleston ward, Martin Neill agreed with Ms Curran, saying: ‘Local people are angry that the opening times for the police counter in Shettleston are under threat and are demanding answers from the SNP government in Edinburgh. Folk in Shettleston should be able to speak to a police officer face to face whatever time of the day it is. Key to tackling crime and anti-social behaviour problems, is to ensure we have in place, strong local community policing teams. These proposals are set to weaken that link and must be reconsidered.’ Under the proposals the front desk at Shettleston and London Road Stations will close between midnight and 7am, the desk at Easterhouse Station will close between 6pm and 8am and Baillieston will close between 5pm and 9am Monday to Friday as well as over the weekend. The public consultation closed at the end of November 2013. Margaret Curran MP Member of Parliament for Glasgow East Constituency Office, Academy House 1346 Shettleston Road, Glasgow G32 9AT Margaret.curran.mp@parliament.uk Tel:0141 778 8993
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Road was closed for eight months – directly outside two Commonwealth Games venues. And now residents in Millroad Drive in Calton have had to move out of their homes because of yet more subsidence. Of course we all know that Glasgow is built on old mine-workings and disused tunnels. So the occasional piece of ground sinking is hardly a shock. But three instances in quick succession – is that just a coincidence?
John Mason MSP When people say the world is collapsing all around them, we might think they were exaggerating. But for residents in the Calton that’s pretty much what’s happening! For the third time recently a building or road in the East End is suffering from serious subsidence. First up in January 2012, London Road was closed for six months when the building at No. 594 started to move – the Council ended up ordering it to be demolished and it is now just an empty space. Later that year, in October, part of the road surface between Celtic Park and the Emirates Arena collapsed. This meant that another part of London
However, my main concern is that Glasgow City Council seems to be incredibly slow to take action on these occasions. The Council has certain statutory powers regarding dangerous buildings. But they also have discretion on timescales for acting. My concern is that the Council has regularly lacked any sense of urgency. Do they not care that neighbouring houses may be affected? Do they not care that roads are closed for months? I want to see the Council acting quickly and efficiently on these occasions. We have not been seeing that. I have now written to the Scottish Government to see if they have any way of waking up Glasgow City Council and getting some action. Local residents, businesses and other organisations simply can’t afford to wait five and six months for action to be taken. And we could look pretty stupid to the rest of the world when the Commonwealth Games come to Glasgow.
John Mason MSP
Member of the Scottish Parliament for Glasgow Shettleston. Scottish National Party (SNP) Constituency Office: 1335 Gallowgate, Parkhead Cross Glasgow G31 4DN E: john.mason.msp@scottish.parliament.uk Tel: 0141 550 4327
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Scottish new home registrations highest since 2007 The number of new homes registered in Scotland last year was the highest for six years – new figures from NHBC have revealed. In total 10,052 new homes were registered in 2013, 21% more than 2012 (8,327) and the highest since the pre-recession peak in 2007. Overall, annual figures for new home registrations in the whole of the UK increased by 28% in 2013, compared to the previous year. As the leading warranty and insurance provider for new homes in the UK, NHBC’s registration statistics provide significant insight on the country’s new homes market. NHBC Director for Scotland, MalcoIm MacLeod said: “I am
delighted for the Scottish housebuilding industry and everyone who has worked so hard to make 2013 such a good year. Although we are just starting a New Year we are already seeing indications that 2014 will be another promising year. The figures are proof that more people are being given the opportunity to get on the housing ladder and buy their own, brand new home, which are becoming more accessible through initiatives such as Mi New Home and Help to Buy which was only launched in Scotland at the tail end of last year.”
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Glasgow schools merge to pave way for future
Milton and Ashcraig Schools to merge
Two additional support for learning (ASL) schools in the north of the city. Milton and Ashcraig Secondaries are to merge into a new provision in the current Ashcraig building, following an extensive consultation process with parents of children who are pupils at the school and the local surrounding community. Elected members at the council’s Executive Committee met on Thursday 23rd January and agreed to the recommendations of the consultation response report.
It is proposed that the Ashcraig building will now be refurbished to create a new specialist provision which will meet the needs of the young people and families from the North-East of Glasgow and aims to be fully operational for January 2015.
Parents, staff and pupils are being asked to become more actively involved. They can do this by helping with ideas for designs and plans for the ambitious new schools. Stephen Curran, Executive Member for Education and Young People said in a statement: “This is an exciting
chance for the two schools to merge in the newly refurbished Ashcraig school building and it will increase educational opportunities for the young people who are presently pupils, and those who will attend in the future.” He continued “The new school will be structured to have two learning pathways. “
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Traditionally cancer patients have been told to rest during and after treatment, however research has shown that being active during and after cancer treatment can maintain physical function, minimise the side effects of treatment and could help prevent recurrence and dying from the disease for some cancers. Being active can also help reduce the impact of side effects of cancer treatment such as fatigue, muscle wasting, decreased mobility, depression and anxiety.
Paths for All and Macmillan know that walking is the simple solution to getting people active. It’s a free, lowimpact activity that requires no special equipment and almost everyone can do it, wherever they are and it can make an enormous difference to people’s health and wellbeing. By working together to deliver a walking programme across Scotland, Macmillan and Paths for All hope to help cancer patients reduce the amount of time spent sitting down and gradually build up their levels of activity. Providing walking groups will also help people affected by cancer feel less isolated and give them an opportunity to meet others who are affected by the
disease. The groups will be completely free of charge and also available to carers, friends and family members.
Ian Findlay, Chief Officer of Scottish charity Paths for All said: ‘Simply walking more can be life-changing, helping people to feel better both physically and mentally at any time of life. When people become unwell, being active can become harder. Therefore, we’re delighted to partner with Macmillan to offer walking groups which help people with cancer to walk more and feel the health benefits. We’re excited to begin the walking programme in Glasgow and develop the Macmillan walking groups in other Scottish regions in the coming year.’ The first walking programme will be delivered in Glasgow and will be rolled out into others areas across Scotland.
People can also access support for getting into or back into physical activity on the Macmillan website www.macmillan.org.uk/movemore and helpline 0808 808 0000.
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Peter Powers Internationally renowned hypnotist Peter Powers returns to his adopted city of Glasgow, for a chance to win tickets, read on. International Hypnotist Peter Powers is on every Friday & Saturday from 14th February until 8th March. With three great shows every weekend, there is something for all ages. “Fun Night Friday” is a “Safe Show” for all the Family. From 5 to 95, this show is always “Good Clean Family Fun”. “Saucy Saturday” is “Sensationally Saucy” and is aimed at the slightly
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older audience and we can guarantee “Great Fun and Definitely Saucy”.
“Madness at Midnight” its “Risqué” all the way with this show as it really is “Anything Goes”, including “Fun for Two in the Bath Tub”, and “Being Punished by a Dominatrix”, this show is Outrageous from start to finish. We have 5 family tickets each for 4 people to come along and enjoy this hilarious show at 7.30pm on Friday 28th February. Could you be the star of the show? DON’T MISS THE FUNNIEST SHOW IN TOWN.
Fire at Bute Tower
Cambuslang Three people were taken to hospital after a fire at a high rise block of flats on the 25th of January. The Scottish Fire Service responded to the fire at Bute Tower on Clifton Terrace around 9pm on Saturday night, four crews from the Clydesmill and Castlemilk stations were sent to the incident at Bute tower. The firefighters arrived to find the buildings upper floors billowing smoke and immediately took action dousing the fire which originated in the buildings bin chute. Firefighters then moved to evacuate residents and used special equipment to ventilate the smoke from the effected floors.
Two women and a man were suffering from the effects of smoke inhalation and were taken by ambulance to Hairmyres Hospital. The incident is not being treated as suspicious by the police. Station Commander Robert Deans said: ‘Even small fires can produce large amounts of potentially deadly smoke so the protection of working smoke alarms is absolutely vital to preventing tragedies”. He went on to say that “Smoke, heat and flames can all spread very quickly so, by giving an early warning of the danger, working smoke alarms save lives.”
The fire service is running a scheme in which homeowners can request a free home fire safety
visit, through the programme householders can also get advice on fire safety and risk reduction from representatives of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.
“Firefighters are happy to provide friendly fire safety advice to anyone who thinks they could benefit from some expert help and many people have already signed-up for a free home fire safety visit. It’s a popular and hugely beneficial programme that sees local crews help residents take simple steps to prevent fires and get to safety if one does happen in their home.” Commander Deans also went on to say that it is very important that this advice reaches the most vulnerable members of our society such as older people and that anyone who knows a vulnerable individual should make a point of putting them in contact with the Fire Service. Firefighters conducted more than 56,000 free Home Fire Safety Visits in communities throughout Scotland during the past year, as householders embraced the SFRS Join Scotland’s Fight Against Fire campaign.
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Sport Relief challenges schools and nurseries to join in the fun and games! As the nation bends, stretches and contorts itself into shape for the Sport Relief weekend, its organisers are calling on all schools and nurseries in Scotland to get active on Friday 21st March and help to raise some serious cash. For the last Sport Relief campaign, in 2012, schools and nurseries from across Scotland raised more than £290,000. In 2012, Braehead Primary School in Dumbarton, were one of the
top fundraising schools in Scotland and are firmly getting behind the campaign again in 2014. This year they will be backing Sport Relief with the pupils (and staff!) completing a sponsored run, cycle and scoot to school. This is a fantastic way of having fun and raising awareness (and money) for Sport Relief at the same time. There are loads of ways schools can get involved in Sport Relief 2014. As
always, you can organise your own Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile on Friday 21st but schools and nurseries can organise fundraising events on their own too. The free School Fundraising Resource Pack contains exclusive materials to help you organise your event. The greatest part is that all the cash raised will help people, who are living incredibly difficult lives, here in Scotland, across the UK and in the
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world’s poorest countries. Aleks Leimanis, Schools and Youth Manager at Comic Relief said: “Schools and nurseries are some of the best fundraisers for Sport Relief and we are hugely grateful for their continued dedication and hard work. Schools and nurseries up and down the country have already signed up to take part in Sport Relief 2014, so come on Scotland join in the fun and games and be a part of something truly fantastic!”
One Million Children More than one million children across the UK have benefitted from Home-Start a leading charity in Britain that helps support families that are struggling with a variety of ailments ranging from isolation, bereavement, multiple births, illness or disability. Now Home-Start Glasgow South are asking local children, parents or even volunteers old and new to share their stories of Home-Start support for the national One Million Children campaign. Share your experiences online at www.home-start. org.uk/onemillionchildren
Each and every one is dedicated to giving a couple of hours each week to visit families with young children. We provide volunteers with the training and support they require so that they can make a positive and lasting difference to the lives of the families we work with. If you can spare a few hours each week to help a family give us a call or log on to our website for more information.
Teachers can get started by signing up for a free School Fundraising Resource Pack bursting with fundraising ideas, posters, balloons, stickers, as well as helpful learning resources to increase the pupils understanding of just where the money goes – for more info or to sign up visit sportrelief.com/ schoolsstuff.
Since its creation in 1973 Home-Start has helped countless families across the UK, Home-Start Glasgow South are also eager to incorporate current and former volunteers to help share their stories of helping out families that need a little bit of help. The relevance of the One Million Campaign is not lost in this time of economic uncertainty, especially with the on-going monetary and welfare cuts by the current serving Government. Rising living costs, low or stagnant incomes, zero hour contracts and the uncertainty surrounding societal employment opportunities are just some of the fears that parents face on an almost daily basis. The closure of community centres, few opportunities for children and fears about housing are also several of the other terrors facing people in this modern age of austerity. Home-Start Glasgow South, Scheme Manager, Colette Boyle, explains the importance of the family orientated charity, “Home-Start Glasgow South
has supported hundreds of families and made an important contribution to the national total of one million children.
She continued “We want to use this campaign to unite the Home-Start family from all across the country, from the many thousands of volunteers who have selflessly given their help, to the parents they have supported through difficult times. Thanks to them the children (many of whom are now adults) are now reaching their potential, thanks to the hard working staff at Home-Start. There have even been people whom Home-Start had previously supported, going on to become Home-Start volunteers themselves. Former Home Start supported Mum, Simone, is one of these people, “I was first supported in 1997 when at 18, I had my second son. I went to groups that they ran which I found really good. I was then supported in 2006 when I had a one year old son, had been in a serious car accident and left my husband and 11 year marriage. I couldn’t have moved on without the help of Home-Start.” Simone decided that she could repay HomeStart and show her gratitude to the worthwhile organisation by becoming a volunteer herself “Thanks to Home-Start I am now a support worker with disabled people. I truly don’t know where I’d be without them.” To share your story or for more information in regards to the One Million Children campaignvisit www.home-start.org.uk/onemillionchildren
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Bus driver quick instincts save pedestrian from certain death A First Glasgow bus driver from Coatbridge has been praised by colleagues for his driving skills, instinctive reactions, and quick thinking that prevented more serious injury after a pedestrian stepped off a pavement - directly in front of a moving bus – because he was distracted by his mobile phone.
Driver Denis Ramsay, (61), was driving along Argyle Street towards Sandy Hills last September when a pedestrian stepped off the pavement on Trongate and walked directly in front of his bus – which was travelling at 19mph. Quick-thinking Denis steered the double deck to the side in an effort to avoid a head-on collision. Unfortunately the front nearside of the bus struck and knocked the pedestrian to the ground. Fortunately the pedestrian was discharged from hospital later that day. Driver Denis Ramsay commented: ‘I got a shock when the young man stepped off the pavement right in front of the bus I was driving. My instincts kicked in and immediately I beeped and steered away from him as quickly as I could to try and
avoid impact but there wasn’t enough time and the side of the bus clipped him.’
‘When the pedestrian’s brother called me that evening to say he’d been discharged from hospital I was so pleased to hear he was going to be ok. I felt so bad but was glad it wasn’t a lot worse. His brother couldn’t thank me enough for doing my best to lessen the impact, I’d never experienced anything like this before and I’m thankful it didn’t turn out much worse.’ Denis, who is based at the company’s Parkhead depot, continued: ‘I’ve been driving for the company for 15 years and I thoroughly enjoy my job. I hope I don’t have another encounter like that.’ First Glasgow’s managing director, Fiona Kerr, said: ‘CCTV footage obtained from the bus Denis was driving shows that his quick actions prevented the pedestrian’s injuries from being far more serious. He’s a great driver and I’m delighted that he was nominated as a ‘Superstar’, as part of First Glasgow’s internal rewards and recognition programme. ‘Safety underpins the culture at First
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High Gas Bills Research released recently from renewable heating experts Innasol and analyst group Frost & Sullivan uncovered that 78 percent of domestic energy use is for heating. Yet converting your home’s heating system from fossil fuels such as oil, gas or even electricity could see your heating bills drop by more than 45 percent. The Renewable Heat Report had a detailed look at the UK’s bad heating habits and examines the easy savings that homes and businesses can make by freeing themselves from traditional energy sources and moving over to renewable heat. It shows widespread lack of awareness and even suspicion of the costs involved of switching to renewable heating solutions, despite massive savings on energy bills and an upcoming government scheme to help with installation costs. Renewable heating systems, such as biomass boilers and heat pumps, can not only save consumers money but can significantly reduce the UK’s carbon emissions.
Calculations show that the average UK household now spends a staggering £816 on their annual heating bill and have faced an average energy bill hike of 17% per year for the last decade.
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Work is to start on a temporary car park in Barrhead town centre. The new car park will have approximately 40 spaces and is scheduled to open at the end of March.
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East Renfrewshire Council will carry out the work on the site of the former Barrhead Health Centre.
Convener for infrastructure and sustainable growth, Councillor Tony Buchanan, said: “It’s been full steam ahead on what will be our fantastic new Barrhead Foundry and at the Asda site – and it’s now full steam ahead on this temporary car park.”
It has been demolished as part of the Asda superstore development and the site will be handed over to the council on Monday. The provision of new spaces is designed to help ease pressure on parking in the town centre. Some spaces have been lost as a result of the major regeneration work being carried out.
• UK homes are the least energy efficient in modern Europe, due to ageing housing stock.
Work started late last year on the creation of the new £3.8m Barrhead Foundry at Barrhead Sports Centre, and on a new £20 million Asda superstore next door.
• UK remains dependent on fossil fuels, with 95 percent coming from non-renewable sources.
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Banning smoking in cars to protect children’s health – good for motorists’ finances too
A Labour plan to ban smoking in cars carrying children is due to be put to a vote in the House of Lords later. But smoking at the wheel can also lead to serious financial implications on top of any health issues as evidence from leading vehicle remarketing company, British Car Auctions (BCA) underlines. “The British Medical Association has previously released research showing the levels of toxins in a car can be up to 11 times higher than in a smoky bar”, said Tim Naylor of BCA. “But if drivers aren’t motivated by the health of their passengers, perhaps they will be by the diminishing health of their finances. Lighting up inside a car seriously devalues the vehicle for resale. “Presentation is one of the top factors influencing the price of used cars. So if a car is more like an ashtray on wheels,
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Michael Schumacher is being brought out of medical induced coma and is responding to instructions Formula One Super Star Michael Schumacher is “responding to instructions” as doctors begin to ease the driver out of his medically induced coma according to reports from French newspaper L’Equipe. It has also been alleged that the world champion has blinked during brain tests.
Citing “Sources close to Schumacher”, L’Equipe has reported that Schumacher has undergone a battery of neurological tests and has responded “positively”.
Schumacher was put into a deep medically induced coma after suffering extreme head trauma and brain injury
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F1 legend Eddie Irvine fights of shark attack F1 legend Eddie Irvine has fought off a shark attack with a spear. The story broke with a Facebook post by Eddie simply stating “First shark attack today, not fun” The star who now lives in the Bahamas was swimming off the coast of the islands when he was attacked. “I turned to face it and hit it with my spear. He turned away but came back as I reversed out of his territory.” The star followed this with “It was dusk so I think I deserved it” The driver moved to the Caribbean four years ago and spends his days sailing and diving from his luxury yacht.
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The price of petrol has fallen below the 130p mark for the first time since the end of February 2011, while diesel has also come down to its lowest price since mid-July 2012. On Sunday 19 January 2014 the average petrol price was recorded at 129.82p and diesel was at 137.27p, giving motorists some early New Year cheer. And, with wholesale prices of both fuels maintaining a low price around 101p a litre for unleaded and 105p for diesel, the RAC is hopeful forecourt prices will continue to move downwards for several weeks, perhaps taking average prices down as low as 128p a litre for unleaded and 136p a litre for diesel as the two-week pricing forecast is for a reduction of over 2p in petrol and nearly 3p in diesel. The reduction in pump prices has been led by the supermarkets which last week made a 2p a litre cut on both petrol and diesel. This has been swiftly followed by other fuel retailers across the country, leading to some of the lowest petrol prices for nearly three years.
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Meet Mr. Peabody (Ty Burrell). He’s a business tycoon, brilliant inventor, Nobel Prize-winning scientist, two time Olympic medallist and all-round genius. He’s also a dog. A dog with spectacles and a red bow-tie. Mr Peabody’s greatest invention is the WABAC machine that allows his to travel through time. With his adopted boy, Sherman (Max Charles), he embarks on a romp through history. They visit momentous events and interact with great figures. Unfortunately, this interferes with the space-time continuum. To save the future, the duo now have to patch up the past!
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The original landmark London production based on Michael Morpurgo’s classic novel, broadcast live in stunning HD. At the outbreak of the First World War, Billy Narracott’s beloved horse Joey is sold to the Cavalry. So begins an incredible journey from the idyllic fields of Devon to the hellish trenches of France. Skilfully adapted for the stage by Nick Stafford from Michael Morpurgo’s bestselling novel, ‘War Horse’ was an
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An unlikely hero must save the world in this dazzling computer animated Lego adventure!
When bearded mystic Vitruvius (Morgan Freeman) gathers his fellow Lego master builders, he has terrible news. Nasty CEO President Business (Will Ferrell) plans to end the world! But in times of crisis, a hero will arise. Vitruvius reveals that their hero is a bumbling, unassuming little yellow fellow named Emmet (Chris Pratt). Hopelessly unprepared and ill-equipped Emmet now finds himself drafted into an elite tyrant-thwarting unit. His mini-figure team includes tough girl Wyldstyle (Elizabeth Banks), mysterious Batman (Will Arnett), sweet Uni-Kitty (Alison Brie) and gnarly pirate Metalbeard (Nick Offerman). But the President’s ominously named dastardly henchman Bad Cop (Liam Neeson) proves a formidable opponent. Lego finally bursts onto the big screen with this thrilling and funny mission movie, boasting a terrific voice cast. It’s written and directed by the creators of quirky hit ‘Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs’.
Cuban Fury - Opens 14th Feb
Nick Frost wiggles those snake-hips as a lovelorn ex-salsa prodigy in this sizzling British comedy! As a 13 year-old, Bruce Garrett had the salsa-dancing world at his feet. In fact, he was once described as having ‘fire in his heels’, scorching his way across the dancefloor with incendiary passion. But then Bruce’s life was tragically turned upside down and, robbed of his confidence, he gave up his beloved dancing. Twenty-two years later, the adult Bruce (Nick Frost) has settled into dull routine and the Latino fire has dimmed to a slow ember... Until he finds his hot new boss Julia (Rashida Jones) unexpectedly reigniting his mojo. There’s just one obstacle... He has to battle slimy co-worker Drew (Chris O’Dowd) for her affections! Bruce realises that he must return to the dancefloor to win Julia’s heart - can he unleash his inner Cuban love-god and get the girl?
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Sleepless In Seattle 14th Feb ONLY The 14th of February is only a month away now. So celebrate this most romantic of days than with a trip to Cineworld with your loved one to see the classic Sleepless in Seattle – back on the big-screen after 21 years.
thousands of women mesmerised by this outpouring of emotion is Baltimore journalist Annie Reed (Meg Ryan). Unfortunately, she’s just got engaged to the rather dull Walter (Bill Pullman).
Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan star in Nora Ephron’s swooningly romantic comedy, back on screen for Valentine’s Day.
Previously best known for writing the timeless ‘When Harry Met Sally’, Nora Ephron assembled a dream cast for this wonderfully old-fashioned, beautifully photographed 1993 romantic comedy. It’s openly inspired by the Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr classic ‘An Affair to Remember’. Nominated for two Oscars, the film also boasts a classy soundtrack featuring Ray Charles and Nat ‘King’ Cole.
Recently widowed Chicago architect Sam Baldwin (Tom Hanks) moves to Seattle to start a new life with his young son, Jonah (Ross Maligner). One Christmas Eve, Jonah calls a radio show and persuades his dad to go on air to talk about how much he misses Maggie. Among the
A book-loving girl bonds with a Jewish refugee in Nazi Germany in this moving adaptation of Markus Zusak’s international bestseller. In the late 1930s, illiterate nine-year-old Liesel Meminger (Sophie Nelisse) arrives at the rural home of her new foster parents. Henpecked by his wife Rosa (Emily Watson), kindly Hans Hubermann (Geoffrey Rush) encourages Liesel to learn to read.
Things change with the arrival of Max Vandenburg (Ben Schnetzer) - the teenage son of a Jewish man who saved Hans’s life during WWI. Now he needs help to avoid capture by the Nazis. While hiding in the Hubermanns’ basement, Max forms a bond with Liesel and instils in her a love of books. Narrated by Death himself (voiced by Roger Allam), this powerful adaptation of Markus Zusak’s much-acclaimed novel takes a child’s eye view of the horrors of the Holocaust. Behind the camera is Brian Percival, who’s best known for directing several episodes of ‘Downton Abbey’.
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Abused Men in Scotland (AMIS) Abused Men in Scotland (AMIS) is a Scottish organisation dedicated to supporting men who are experiencing, or who have experienced, domestic abuse. We provide a confidential and non-judgemental space for men to talk about their experiences and get the help they need. Men may feel shame or embarrassment in identifying as a ‘victim’ of domestic abuse, but this need not be the case. Any man can be affected by this issue. Domestic abuse can come in many different forms: emotional and psychological abuse; financial abuse; physical violence or controlling behaviour. Public awareness is growing and more is being done to help these men come forward and get help. Last year, 18% of all domestic incidents in Scotland were recorded as having a male victim, and these are just the incidents that were reported to the police. This figure continues to increase every year. Many more will have gone unreported. Different men will have different experiences of domestic abuse, and face different challenges. AMIS supports all men, regardless of ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, class or age. Our helpline is free to call from landlines and most UK mobile providers. Our number will not appear on your phone bill. You can call us Sun/Tue/ Thurs from 7pm – 10pm, or Mon/Wed/Fri from 12pm – 3pm. Call our helpline on 0808 800 0024. For more information you can visit our website www.amis.org.uk Aaron Slater - AMIS Helpline & Support Manager
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Scottish FA sign four year Sky Sports contract
The Scottish FA is delighted to announce a new four-season broadcasting deal with Sky Sports. The agreement allows Sky Sports live rights to the William Hill Scottish Cup, exclusive live rights to Scotland home international challenge matches and rights to cover the Youth Cup until the end of the 2017/18 season in the UK and Republic of Ireland. The broadcaster has already agreed deals to show all of Scotland’s UEFA Euro 2016 and 2018 FIFA World Cup qualification matches, as well as 30 matches a season from the Scottish Professional Football League. This new agreement includes: William Hill Scottish Cup – Two exclusive live fixtures from rounds four, five and six of the competition, plus live rights to both semi-finals and the William Hill Scottish Cup final.
SPORT Local swimming initiative streamlines its way to £5000 pound grant
Vauxhall International Challenge Matches – All of Scotland’s home friendly international matches from seasons 2014/15 to 2017/18 plus coverage of Scotland Under-21 matches. Scottish Youth Cup – Coverage from Scotland’s premier under-20 tournament, featuring youth teams of senior Scottish clubs. Stewart Regan, Scottish FA Chief Executive: “We are delighted to extend our excellent relationship with Sky Sports and look forward to at least another four years of world-class broadcasting of Scottish football’s biggest events. The success of the William Hill Scottish Cup has been enhanced by Sky Sports’ extensive live coverage, the nation is fully behind Gordon Strachan as we continue our preparations ahead of the UEFA Euro 2016 qualifiers and the commitment to cover the Scottish FA Youth Cup allows supporters an opportunity to look at the next generation of young Scottish talent.” Sky Sports managing director Barney Francis said: “When it comes to Scottish football, Sky Sports has it covered. This new deal with the Scottish FA means we’ve got the best choice of international, league and cup football for our viewers for the next four years. Our commitment to Scottish football began on our first day in April 1991, and we’re delighted to continue to be able to tell the best stories from Scotland’s domestic and international football calendar.”
SportScotland have awarded East Renfrewshire Council’s Learn To Swim programme with a £5000 pounds grant. The programme which focuses on getting people young and old into swimming baths and aims to help them improve their swimming skills. The Learn To Swim programme, which has proved a splash hit, among local patrons, has encouraged and taught thousands of people to swim in the area’s four pools. With the swiftly approaching 2014 Commonwealth Games this year being
Glasgow City set to play huge pre- season friendlies. Scottish Women’s Champions Glasgow City FC is set to play two of the biggest teams in the English Super League.
Newly formed, big spending Manchester City Women’s FC, who was recently licensed by the English FA are set to play Glasgow City in one of their first competitive matches as a newly developed team.
The other high ranking team facing Glasgow City FC, Everton Women’s FC, who in the last three years has finished third, twice in a row and last year finished fifth. Everton are guaranteed to put up stern competition against the Scottish Women’s Champions. Glasgow City FC will first play Everton at home in Petershill Park Sunday 16th February and following that epic battle will face huge spending Manchester City. Which will also be an extremely tough pre- season match the following Sunday February 23rd again at Petershill Park. Manchester City although yet to play a competitive game, is making waves throughout the women’s game having already purchased a number of major international signings clearly stating their intentions for the upcoming season. Swelling their ranks are English international stars Steph Houghton, Toni Duggan, Karen Bardsley and Jill Scott. Proud, Glasgow City Head Coach Eddie Wolecki Black said “The Pre-Season in the SWPL (Scottish Women’s Premier League) brings many challenges. Therefore it is essential to get top quality opposition to help us get ready for the new season. It is fair to say that we have certainly managed to do that.”
He continued “I hope the supporters will turn out in good numbers to see us take on quality opposition but also to get the chance to check out our new signings as well. It will be good
to see them in action before we head off to take part in the international tournament in Cyprus.”
Glasgow City FC will be no pushovers however, having regularly competed in the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Reaching the final sixteen during the 2011-2012 season and the final thirty two, last season.
Everton Team Manager Andy Spence reflected on this “We are delighted to be playing Glasgow City as part of our pre-season preparations. To face a team who are regulars in the Champions League will provide us with exactly the type of test we need ahead of the new season and we look forward to the fixture.”
held across Glasgow. Fitness and health have been top of the local council’s agenda and the council’s swimming development team are even more determined to get people in the water and swimming freely. The £5000 pounds from Sportscotland will be used to develop the already burgeoning school swimming programme. The school programme which already features a substantial amount of classes for all age ranges, Some of the schools to benefit from the cash injection are Eastwood High School, Eastwood Park, Barrhead and Neilston. The swimming events at Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games are sure to be a huge draw for the crowds and with the help of the Learn To Swim
Season tickets are also available, Visit www.glasgowcityladiesfc.co.uk for more info or to purchase tickets. Come along and roar Glasgow to victory.
Convener for community services and community safety, Councillor Mary Montague, said: ”The Learn To Swim programme is an excellent scheme that has seen thousands of people of every age, particularly children, gain a skill they will have for life.” She spoke passionately about the project “All eyes will be on the forthcoming Commonwealth Games and many will be inspired to take up swimming, which is why we are developing even further.” With all four pools now open after refurbishment and with this funding from SportScotland, it will go from strength to strength. To find out more about the full Learn To Swim programme and how to book a class visit www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk.
Embark on a personal challenge for Cosgrove Care Community fundraising officer Nicola Walsh said about the charity fundraising initiative “this is a new type of fundraising activity for us and I’m expecting it to be popular. It will be challenging, it will induce camaraderie and will ultimately be rewarding.”
Tickets for the match are a very reasonable £5 pounds for adults, £3 pounds for kids.
To celebrate the new season and high quality pre-season opponents there is a special offer of a two game package priced £8 pounds for adults and £5 pounds for kids.
programme, leave a lasting legacy locally, Scotland and for future international sporting competitions.
Have you decided 2014 will be the year you conquer your fears? Well why don’t you conquer 3 mountains in a 24 hour period? On the 25th May some of the braver staff and supporters of Cosgrove Care are planning to embark on the National Three Peaks challenge and fundraise at the same time If climbing three of the highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours sounds like an adrenaline rush and a challenge you would like to face, then get in contact with Cosgrove Care.
For anyone worried about traversing mountainous ranges on their own Nicola had this to say “We’ll have qualified mountain leaders, transport between the three peaks, and accommodation for a much needed sleep.” For more information or to sign up contact Helena Winocour on 0141 620 2500 or by email at HWinocour@cosgrovecare.org.uk
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Glasgow Girls FC hold open day Do You Love Football? Are you a girl? Are you free Thursday 6th Feb.
of state of the art dressing rooms. The future is bright for Glasgow Girls FC.
Do you know any girls who love football and would love to play for a football team?
Established in 1998, the club has went from strength to strength, so why not come along, have some fun, and make some new friends.
Well now you have the chance. Glasgow Girls FC based locally in Budhill Park has arranged an openevening for girls to come along and showcase their skills free of charge. Aged between 7-17? Well pop along, take part in an exciting training session and meet our award winning coaches. Perhaps you could be the next great player, if football is your dream, why not come and live it? The well-known multi award winning club, have teams that represent a variety of age ranges, Under nines, 11’s, 13’s, 15’s, 17’s and the Woman’s Team. Glasgow Girls FC play and train in the East End of Glasgow and very recently spent £85,000 pounds on an upgrade to how they train and play their games. With Budhill Park now claiming to be proud owners
The club are now offering a Women’s keep fit class and have a separate boys’ football team “Budhill Park FC”. If your interest in girls’ football has been piqued, then pop along to Budhill Park on the night or visit www. glasgowgirlsfc.com to register before 6th February.
For more info on the women’s fitness class contact admin@glasgowgirlsfc.com. For info on joining the boys’ football team apply online at www.budhillparkfc.com.
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