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Airgun Toddler Andrew Parents Admit Drug Dealing Shame of Couple Who Sold Cannabis From Their Flat

THE parents of tragic toddler Andrew Morton today admitted dealing drugs from their home. Sharon McMillan and Andy Morton were arrested in a police raid, months before their twoyear-old son was fatally wounded with an airgun.

Woman Boss Denies Gbp7 M Bank Fraud Bid

A WOMAN today denied being part of an alleged plot to con a bank out of nearly GBP7million. Company director Elizabeth Clow, 51, of Gallagher Green, Livingston, denied charges of fraud and theft when she appeared at the High Court in Edinburgh.

Climbers in Eight-Hour Rope Ordeal

Credit Cards Spark Rising Debt Fears

SCOTS have almost one-third more personal debt than people in the rest of the UK. The damning statistic formed part of a report on spiralling credit card balances which was published today by the SNP.

Hunt After Man Kidnapped

POLICE are hunting a gang who kidnapped a man at knifepoint and stole his car. The 26-year-old, who was driving a BMW 4x4, was snatched on Friday when a light coloured van blocked his way and the van's driver forced him at knifepoint to get into the back of the vehicle.

Gang Attack On 22-Year-Old

A MAN is seriously ill in hospital after being stabbed by a gang in Glasgow's south side. The 22-year-old suffered a punctured lung during the attack in the Govanhill area on Friday night.

Road Chaos As Pipe Bursts

TRAFFIC on one of Glasgow's busiest streets was reduced to a snail's pace today after the city was hit by yet another burst water main. Cones forced cars and buses into a single lane at the top end of Hope Street as works got underway to repair the latest leak.

Vital Step Forward for Gbp160 Mairport Link

GLASGOW'S proposed GBP160million airport rail link took a major step forward today. Strathclyde Passenger Transport was submitting a private Bill to the Scottish Parliament promoting a new link between Glasgow Central and the airport.

Air Scotland Clocks Up Worst Record for Flight Delays in Uk Sunseekers Endured Average of 43 Minutes Wait with Budget Carrier's Alicante Services

AIR Scotland has the worst record for flight delays of any scheduled airline, according to a new report. The budget carrier was singled out by investigators in a probe into summer delays at all UK airports.

Police in Plea to Murder Witness Woman Passer-by May Have Seen Knife Attack On Delivery Man

POLICE investigating the murder of a takeaway delivery driver are anxious to speak to a young woman who may have seen the attack. Father-of-four Raymond McNay was stabbed to death as he delivered a Chinese takeaway to a house in Glasgow's east end last Thursday.

Glasgow Ranked in World's Top 10 'Must-See' Places City Is Only European Destination in Trendy Hotspots List by Tourism 'Bible'

FORGET the thrill of the African game reserves, the beaches of Hawaii or the buzz of Goa - Glasgow is the trendy place for travellers in 2006. ancient native American sites in New Mexico, Kenyan game reserves and the former hippies' mecca of Goa in India.

Scots Schools Could Be Made to Ban Sweets, Crisps and Sugary Drinks

SCHOOLS in Scotland could be told to ban sweets, crisps and fizzy drinks in a bid to improve kids' health. The Scottish Executive is to launch a consultation which could see Scots follow the move by Education Secretary Ruth Kelly to ban junk food from school canteens and vending machines in England.

Gbp3500 Windfall for M&S Staf F Thousands to Share Gbp40 M Payout From Incentive Schemes

STAFF at Marks & Spencer stores across Scotland were today celebrating a windfall. Scots workers will join colleagues across the UK in claiming a slice of a GBP40million pay-out from three staff incentive schemes.

Scots Homes Lead Way for Price Rises

HOUSE values in Scotland had the biggest rise in the UK last year, according to figures released today. Prices rose an average of 14.8-per cent, almost three times the UK average. It was the first time in 15 years that Scotland had the biggest annual rise.

Eight-Hour Ordeal for Climbers Trapped After Fall Dramatic Rescue After Man Left Dangling Over 500ft Gully

ACLIMBER was left dangling on a rope over a 500ft gully for eight hours before he and two companions could be winched to safety. The lead climber, believed to be from Glasgow, plunged past his horrified friends as the three tackled a difficult route in the Cairngorms.

Gymnasts to Represent Uk at Major Sports Event

AGROUP of young Glasgow gymnasts have been chosen to represent the UK in an international event. Scotstoun-based Dynamite Gymnastics Club will make up part of the Great Britain team in the World Gymnaestrada 2007 in Austria.

Now Back Our Bid As a New Campaign and Official Logo Is Launched, the First Minister Makes Plea to Whole of Scotland

PEOPLE all over Scotland were today urged to throw their weight behind Glasgow's bid to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Atext, internet and postcard campaign to demonstrate support for the city's bid was launched by First Minister Jack McConnell.

Clearer Thinking Needed in City's Glass-Ban Plans

CLAIMS that plastic tumblers are in short supply weeks before Glasgow bans glass in nightclubs are disconcerting. It ought to have come as no surprise to city club bosses that new regulations will come into force by the end of this month.

Justice for All

WHETHER it is perception or reality, concerns police officers are reluctant to tackle Asian gangs must be dealt with. Every Glaswegian - regardless of age, faith or colour - has a right to feel they have the same protection of the law.

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