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Glasgow Times
15-07-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Three Glasgow charities to receive share of £1 million
The three charities have been named amongst the organisations to receive funding from STV Children's Appeal's newly launched Ignite Fund, which supports children, young people, and families across Scotland. This Ignite Fund offers multi-year financial and developmental support to charities working to break the cycle of child poverty in Scotland. The three Glasgow charities chosen to receive funding are Glasgow Kelvin College's Community and Youth Hub, One Community Scotland, and COVEY (Community Volunteers Enabling You). Glasgow Kelvin College's Community and Youth Hub offers after-hours learning and wellbeing activities for disadvantaged young people and groups. The hub is in its second year of partnership with the appeal. (Image: Supplied) Read book: Milngavie bookshop gifts Scottish classic to Dalai Lama for his 90th birthday Tracy Leavy, director of community engagement and curriculum at Glasgow Kelvin College, said: "STV Children's Appeal funding has made a huge difference to the young people and families we support. "We've seen individuals gain new confidence, skills, and even career paths that they never imagined possible. "Most importantly, they've reconnected with others and with life's opportunities. "We're incredibly grateful to everyone who donates and fundraises; your support is truly life-changing." One Community Scotland delivers workshops and creative arts sessions to steer vulnerable young people away from anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, COVEY's Flourishing Families project provides one-to-one and group support for families and young people during key school transitions. Lee Johnstone, chief executive at COVEY, said: "Since partnering with STV Children's Appeal, our Flourishing Families project has made great strides in supporting young people and families across Lanarkshire with wellbeing, confidence, and re-engagement in education. "In the 2024/25 school year, we've supported 21 families, including 27 children and young people, with 92% of young people reporting improved school attendance, engagement, or attainment, 100% of young people reporting improved health and wellbeing, and 87% of families reporting stronger relationships at home. "Joining the Ignite Fund will help us grow our team and support even more families." Read more: Glasgow student housing co-operative secures first property following £300k loan These Glasgow and Lanarkshire-based charities are among 11 organisations from across Scotland selected to receive the funding. Natalie Wright, head of the STV Children's Appeal, said: "At STV Children's Appeal, we have always focused on ensuring the funding we give is well thought through and with a purpose, which is exactly what we are doing with the Ignite Fund. "Our experience shows that a sustained approach to our partnerships gives real results which make an immediate and lasting impact on those who need it most."
The Herald Scotland
26-06-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Food firm boss takes on Tanzania charity challenge
Departing on July 3, Mr Rowan will raise money for AWARE Scotland, which supports young people through respite breaks and days out; and The Haven, a Lanarkshire-based organisation that helps individuals and families affected by life-limiting conditions. The expedition will see Rowan join fellow riders from The Country Range Group for up to nine hours a day in the saddle under the Tanzanian sun. READ MORE: The route will pass through mountain trails, rural villages, and the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, ending at the Ngorongoro Crater National Park, one of Africa's most iconic landscapes. Together, the team is raising vital funds for MAG (Mines Advisory Group) International, which clears landmines, cluster munitions and unexploded ordnance in former war zones. Mr Rowan was also determined to make the challenge count closer to home by using the 'Bikes Against Bombs' ride to support Dunns' long-standing charity partners in Scotland. Mr Rowan, who has been with the company since 1989, said: 'Taking part in this challenge reflects the values we hold as a company. I wanted to mark the 150th milestone by doing something that makes a real difference to the lives of others. 'This will mark Bikes Against Bombs 10th ride, an initiative created by people in our industry to make a real difference. To mark 150 years of Dunns Food and Drinks, chairman Jim Rowan will cycle 380km across Tanzania this July in aid of Scottish charities AWARE Scotland and The Haven (Image: Herald Picture Agency) 'As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, we've been committed to fully participating within our communities . It's a privilege to ride in support of these causes, and it's been a privilege to spend so much of my working life as part of this company. 'It's going to be incredibly tough, but it will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I'm hoping through the generosity of sponsors will make a meaningful impact to the two Dunns' charities.' Founded in 1875, Dunns is one of Scotland's longest-established wholesalers, supplying food and drink to hospitality venues across the country. Ahead of its anniversary year, the business has outlined bold growth plans – but insists community and charitable work will remain central to its mission. Managing Director Julie Dunn carries on the family name in Dunns Food and Drinks in the footsteps of her father, Christopher Dunn, her grandfather, William, and great-grandfather/company founder, Joseph Dunn. She commented: 'The whole team is behind Jim and incredibly proud of what he's doing. Charity and community have been central to Dunns since day one, and I couldn't think of a better way to mark our 150th anniversary celebrations. 'But this is just the beginning, and we look forward to sharing more about our exciting plans to celebrate this big birthday.' The ride takes place from July 3 to 11 and is expected to raise tens of thousands of pounds. Supporters can follow the journey and donate here:
The Herald Scotland
17-06-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
American Affair takes ‘magical' King Charles sprint glory for Scotland
Settled in midfield as the likes of Regional and Night Raider blazed a trail, American Affair was produced with his challenge inside the final two furlongs and found plenty for pressure to get the better of a protracted duel with Frost At Dawn by a neck. Lanarkshire-based Goldie said: 'I've trained the family for two generations, so it's very sweet. 'He's just getting faster, we went seven furlongs at Wetherby in his maiden, we've learnt to run him over the right trip, we took him back to five and he's just getting better and better. 'I was quite confident he could do it today, he had the talent, we got it wrong at Haydock. I knew he was probably one of the fastest horses in the race, but it's how you control that. We've come down a day early and got him relaxed and it all fell into place. It means a lot. 'You're never sure, but I could see he was travelling well. He's just getting faster and faster, we trained his family and they were the same – they just got quicker. 'We brought him here yesterday to settle him in and it's all worked out perfectly. It's just terrific. 'Paul really believed in this horse and we knew he had it in him. It's magical, he's a very good horse. 'We're living the dream, so to speak. To win here is probably a career highlight. Well, it's not 'probably', is it? It's definitely a career highlight.' Mulrennan added: 'I was just saying there, at this stage of my career I've probably got more years behind me than I have in front of me, it's extra special. 'It's hard enough to get rides here, it's nice to come down here and have a ride, to win a Group One here is very special and Jim's been very good to me the last few years. 'He's a master trainer at tweaking around with these horses and he can really, with the ammunition he has, he can get the best out of them on the big day.' John McGrandles, breeder and part-owner, said: 'He's probably the only horse here with a Glasgow postcode in his passport! 'I've been involved with horses since I was six. My wife is a veterinary surgeon – and we're off to the Highland Show tomorrow with sheep! 'This horse is the biggest winner we've had, yes. And the horse's stable name is Charlie and he's won the King Charles!'
Daily Record
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Record
Gillian Mackay announces her intent to run for election as Scottish Greens co-leader
The Lanarkshire-based MSP has pointed to her success delivering on campaigns. Gillian Mackay MSP has announced today that she is standing for the leadership of the Scottish Greens. The Lanarkshire-based Central Scotland Region representative is the first party member to declare their intention for the position. The election was sparked following the decision by Patrick Harvie to step down as party leader after 17 years; he is currently co-leader alongside Lorna Slater. Mackay, who is expecting a baby in the coming months, has had notable parliament success championing a number of Green policies including free bus travel for everyone up to 22 years old and the permanent scrapping of peak rail fares, announced recently. She also led the campaign to impose safety zones for women around abortion clinics. Her ambition to lead the party was revealed during a press call outside the People's Palace at Glasgow Green on Friday morning. Mackay said: 'Today, I'm really pleased to announce that I'm running for co-leader of the Scottish Greens. 'There was a lot to weigh up as we're expecting a baby, as well as all the other things that are going on in politics. 'For me, I feel it's the right time to step up, take charge and deliver for both the party and the communities across Scotland. 'Patrick's been co-leader of the Greens for my entire adult life. He's done a brilliant job to get us where we are but I feel that I'm one of the people who can help deliver on that, not just in terms of good electoral results but bring together communities like those I represent in Central Scotland." She added: 'A core part of Green politics is standing with minorities who need us and I'll be proud to continue to do that, whether that be as part of the party or as co-leader if I'm elected." The MSP believes there is much work to do to but the Greens can improve further on previous election results and deliver meaningful policies for people in Scotland. 'There's always a fear after you've had your best ever result, but I really think that what Scotland needs at the moment is some hope,' Mackay continued. 'A lot of the policies we have, from under-22s' free bus travel to scrapping peak rail fares, show that you can put money back into the pockets of people and that we're willing to make hard decisions to do that. 'Over the last four years I think I've shown that I can deliver on the campaigns that I've brought forward, such as safe access zones [around women's health clinics], and rolling back the cuts to free school buses in North Lanarkshire.' While the MSP will be taking time out in the coming months she is prepared for the hard work ahead with a Scottish Parliament election on the horizon. She said: 'I'm heading for maternity leave soon but I'll be handing things over to my colleagues for them to build on and I'll be back in six months with even more to do.' The MSP thoroughly enjoys being out helping whoever she can in the constituency and if she is successful in the leadership bid, that won't change. 'Bringing people together is one of my strong points and something I really enjoy as part of this job,' said Mackay. 'I really enjoy being in the communities I represent and while the region is changing [boundary changes] over the next wee while, it's absolutely my commitment to my constituents that they will continue to see as much of me, if not more.' The MSP who was raised in Grangemouth also spoke of her anger at the effects on the community there following the closure of the Ineos Oil Refinery. 'I'm raging at how the community has been left behind by multiple governments,' she admitted. 'There's far more that should have been done to make sure we aren't losing the jobs that we are. I'm really concerned for the own that I grew up in if some of these people leave. "I've been asking government recently, how do we retain those skills and keep them here in that short term when the refinery is not operating and people have been made redundant. And how do we ensure small businesses around the town that rely on them continue to remain open and thriving. "There's plenty of rhetoric coming out about the Grangemouth and Falkirk growth deal out but as far as I can see, not a lot to support those small businesses are a core and well-loved part of the community.'
Daily Record
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily Record
Decision to scrap peak rail fares will be a huge win for Lanarkshire commuters
'Transport must be affordable, accessible and widely available' The Scottish Government's decision to scrap peak rail fares permanently has been welcomed by Gillian Mackay MSP. The Lanarkshire-based Scottish Greens MSP says the decision taken by the SNP to take forward her own party's policy and U-turn on peak rail tickets is a huge win for commuters and climate. The Scottish Greens first secured the pilot project for ending peak rail fares in 2023 while they were in government, but it was dropped by the SNP last year. Gillian Mackay, the Scottish Greens MSP for Central Scotland Region, said: 'Peak rail fares have always been an unfair tax on workers, students and regular travellers. They penalise people who often have no say on when and where they need to travel. 'It will make a huge difference to people in Lanarkshire, who will save hundreds, if not thousands of pounds per year from peak rail fares being scrapped for good. 'Travel shouldn't cost the earth. Transport must be affordable, accessible and widely available for people and planet. That is why we want Scotland's public transport to be financially and environmentally affordable for everyone. 'By making it easier for people to choose public transport rather than taking the car, we can protect our planet and make our roads and communities cleaner, greener and safer for everyone.' *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here.
