Evening Times

Anything Osbournes Can Do... We Can Do Better; Reality Theatre Show Puts Real-Life Glasgow Family On Stage

Reality television shows have never been more popular as millions tune in to shows such as The Osbournes. Now reality shows are making the leap from television to theatre - and a Glasgow family is taking centre stage.

Pub Bosses Could Lose Licence If They Don't Pay Rates Bill

PUB owners who fall behind with their rates and council tax bills could risk losing their licences. Council chiefs in West Dunbartonshire have voted to take a tough stance on licence holders who fall into arrears.

Julie's Back in Bridal Black

SCOTS model Julie Hannah shows off a stunning black bridal gown inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Julie and bridesmaid Nicky Miller were preparing for Scotland's biggest bridal show.

(Pounds) 89m to Help Scots Fight Flood Misery

FLOODING in Glasgow could be kept in check after ministers announced (pounds) 89million is to be spent on protection schemes. The money, in the form of increased grants to local authorities, is expected to safeguard more than 4200 homes and businesses across Scotland.

Big Yin Back On Form to Claim Crown; Review: Billy Connolly Hammersmith Apollo

SIXTY-FIVE thousand tickets sold, 18 nights, two tartan clad legs and a tuft of a silver goatee - it could only be Billy Connolly back at his best. Returning to the packed Hammersmith Apollo in London for his first major British run in three years, the Big Yin has lost none of his uncompromising style that has made him a comedy legend.

Wedding Show Saturday and Sunday, Secc

IF you are heading up the aisle soon, thinking of popping the question or are just a romantic at heart, head for the Scottish Wedding Show at the SECC this weekend. It is described as the ultimate one-stop experience for all wedding-related matters. Experts from specialist companies will be available to talk one-to-one and pass on their peals of matrimonial wisdom.

Critic's Choice

will and grace, Channel 4, 9pm IF YOU are going to load up a show with star names - as this hit sitcom has been doing recently - you might as well do it in style, and the celebs don't come much bigger than the one featured in tonight's episode.

Losing Our Baby Made Us Fight for Yorkhill; Fiona and George Currie Had to Cope with One Twin Dying, but Were so Touched by Their Hospital Experience They Put Heart and Soul Into Our Fight

LITTLE Eilidh Currie does not have a lot to say for herself yet, but she tries hard. If she could, she would say a massive thank you to Malcolm Chisholm and even give him a big hug for saving the Queen Mum's. Eilidh is big on hugs.

New Audi Centre Is Biggest

Work has been completed on the world's largest Audi centre at Braehead. Situated in more than five landscaped acres, the building is a striking sight with its aluminium and steel structure, and 1000sq m of glass.

Hot Hyundai Is On a High

BUSINESS has been brisk for Hyundai recently - and it is just about to get even better. Having been named the third most reliable manufacturer in the country in Warranty Direct's annual reliability index, Hyundai is on a high.

Vauxhall Kid Seats Play Safe

VAUXHALL has introduced four new child seats designed to provide a high level of safety for children. All are designed to fit perfectly in Vauxhall vehicles.

Sign Up for Nissan Stars

TWO weeks today, the order books will open for two of Nissan's hottest offerings. On October 15, the 350Z Roadster will go on offer, appropriately, at 3.50pm, with the new version of one of the most striking 4X4s on the road, the Murano, available from 9am.

American Beauty

CHRYSLER GRAND VOYAGER l Price: (pounds) 31,290 l Engine: 2,766cc, 150bhp four cylinder turbodiesel l Top speed: 112mph, 0-60 12 seconds l MPG: 28.9mpg combined YOU see them around airports and top hotels, but Chrysler's Voyager is more than just transport for executives with a schedule to keep.

Website of the Week

RALLYING has always been a difficult sport to televise properly. Any event that takes place over multiple days and at multiple venues will always have trendy television-types pulling out their hair.

Raise the Roof Over New C3; Citroen C3 Pluriel

IT'S a cabriolet, a saloon, and even a pick-up. But there is more than a hint of history built into the hi-tech Citroen C3 Pluriel. It might seem fanciful, but the multi-faceted Pluriel strikes me as being a grown-up, more sophisticated, version of the much-loved 2CV.

The Little Miracles; How the Link Between Yorkhill's Queen Mum's and Sick Kids' Hospitals has Been a Lifesaver

Working as a single team has allowed the doctors, nurses and midwives at the two Yorkhill hospitals to save the lives of countless critically-ill babies. The link corridor between the hospitals means some of the most skilled medics and surgeons in the world can effortlessly move between patients at different stages of recovery.

How the Listening Minister Showed He Really Cared; Why Malcolm Chisholm Accepted Our Arguments and Rejected Nhs Board's Plans

When Health Minister Malcolm Chisholm threw out plans to shut the Queen Mum's Maternity Hospital, he was repaying the trust that had led many in Glasgow to call him "the minister who listens". After nearly a year of careful listening to consultants, ward staff and the public, as well as the health board's own arguments, Mr Chisholm comprehensively rejected Greater Glasgow

Jobs Lift As Commons Speaker Opens Centre

THE Speaker of the House of Commons swapped his parliamentary robes for a headset today when he officially launched a new call centre which will generate 100 new jobs for Glasgow. Springburn MP Michael Martin officiated when Scottish Gas unveiled its latest business venture.

Sales Boost for Hotel Business

THE De Vere luxury hotel and leisure group has seen a boost in turnover in the past year on the back of a recovery in the corporate and conference bookings. The group, which owns the five-star Cameron House Hotel at Loch Lomond and the Belfry golf complex in Birmingham, said overall sales had jumped 3%.

Shopping

Cosy appeal of fashion Forget twee dresses and hand-knitted clothes, kids fashion is all grown up these days. Childrens wear is just a diluted version of what's hot for adults and they can take their pick from lots of trend-led pieces.