Evening Times

Families Need Homes Which Are Affordable

There is a growing housing problem in Scotland and the lack of affordable homes is just as big a worry in Glasgow as in remoter areas. For a family on an average income, getting a foothold on the property ladder in the city is not easy, and it is virtually impossible without taking on a mortgage of horrifying size.

Innocents Need Not Fear

Friday's article on the police being given 24-hour powers to stop and search every person and vehicle in a bid to try to stop the increasing number of knife assaults and murders in the city centre, said human rights campaigners thought it would lead to innocent people being delayed. Well I, as an innocent person, would not mind being delayed if I thought it might save another innocent person from being the victim of knife crime.

Baby Blues Don't Stop Kylie

Kylie Minogue might be keen to become a mother in the future but she showed no signs of quitting her day job with a surprise appearance. The Aussie star was promoting her single Red Blooded Woman at the MTV studios in London.

Surveyor Alleges Fraud Over Hampden Project

A QUANTITY surveyor who claims he lost his job after blowing the whistle on alleged fraud wants building firm boss Sir William McAlpine as a witness at his tribunal case next week. David Telford, 55, claims Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd used "underhand dealings" during tendering for the multi-million pound redevelopment of Hampden Park.

Driver's Terror As Car Lands Inches From Railway Line; Trains Cancelled After Vehicle Careers Off Road

A WOMAN driver had a lucky escape today after her car skidded off the road and ended up inches away from a busy railway line. The woman, who has not been named, was driving her Renault Laguna on the A8, near Port Glasgow, when she lost control and left the road.

Students in Fairtrade Status Bid

GLASGOW University is moving towards becoming an Oxfam Fairtrade University. It is hosting a series of events to mark Fairtrade Fortnight, which kicked off this week.

Gun Raider Escapes with Cash

A MASKED gunman terrified staff at a car accessory store and robbed the firm of thousands of pounds. The armed man forced his way in to Autoparts Trade Centre, Chapelhall Industrial Estate, Airdrie, on Sunday as the store was closing.

Bands of Hope; City's Hot Young Acts Grab Attention of Music Industry in Search for 'Next Big Thing'

AS this year's T In The Park line-up is unveiled in Glasgow, the city can boast a wealth of new talent lining up alongside megastars David Bowie and The Darkness. With five Glasgow-based acts hitting the Top 20 this year already, the music biz has turned its gaze north in search of the next big thing. VICKY DAVIDSON investigates why.

Dalai Lama for City

THE Dalai Lama, one of the world's most influential religious leaders, is to spend four days in Glasgow for talks on the benefits on meditation. The Noble Peace Prize winner will host his lectures at the SECC, where he will share his beliefs with thousands of followers.

Company Fined (Pounds) 10,000 After Man Loses Leg

A COMPANY has been fined (pounds) 10,000 after admitting breaking health and safety rules which led to an electrician having his leg amputated. Computer parts manufacturers Inventec (Scotland) Corporation Ltd, conceded that it failed to keep people apart from vehicles in the busy despatch depot of its Hillington Industrial Estate prem-ises, Glasgow.

Hospice in 10k Appeal to Women

RUNNERS are being urged to take part in a special Women's 10K race for charity. The Prince and Princes of Wales Hospice needs volunteers to become part of its 21st anniversary team.

Female Car Cover Set for Eu Hike

Women could see their car insurance premiums soar by up to (pounds) 500 a year under a new European directive, an insurer warned today. Direct Line warned that under the proposed EU Gender Equality Directive, insurers would no longer be able to adjust premiums to reflect the sex of a driver.

M8 Ramps Closed Off

Guitar Duo's (Pounds) 1000 Aim...

It will be a night of music and fancy fingerwork when husband and wife guitar duo Peter and Tracey Stewart stage a special concert for the Magic Million Appeal. The south side couple, who perform as Duo Stewart, hope to raise around (pounds) 1000 for Yorkhill at the concert on Saturday at the Glasgow University chapel.

Art Show Is a Sell-Out

AN ARTIST whose work is collected by film stars and fashion designers is enjoying a sell-out show at a gallery in Glasgow's south side. Alexander Millar, one of Scotland's most sought after artists, is showing work at the Park Gallery in Pollokshaws Road.

Best Foot Forward

HEALTH chiefs have launched a campaign to improve the health of people's feet. Podiatry services are currently only available to under- 18s and over-60s in Lanarkshire.

Danger Road to Get More Cameras; Moves to Improve Safety On Notorious A77 Stretch

By Graeme Murray FOUR new speed cameras are to be installed on Scotland's most dangerous road.

Students in Media Day

HUNDREDS of hopefuls are expected to attend Glasgow's first major media careers event. The Scottish Media Careers Information Day will feature advice and presentations from some of Scotland's top players at the University of Glasgow Hunter Halls tomorrow.

Spt Up for Top Award

STRATHCLYDE Passen-ger Transport has been nominated for a top marketing award. The public transport provider has won plaudits for its campaign to get people out of their cars and into trains and buses.

Well Howdy Pardner It's Hats Off to Fun Day

CHEEKY cowgirl Laura Kelly, 7, steals a kiss from cowboy Cain Purton, 8, during a wild west day at Battlefield Primary. The duo joined pupils and teachers donning colourful outfits for line-dancing and pony rides, with a guest appearance by an inflatable rodeo bull.