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Charter Targets Rogue Factors

PROPERTY factors were today urged to sign up to new rules to end rip-offs and shoddy practices. The Evening Times has drawn up an 11-point charter to ensure a fairer deal for homeowners across Glasgow.

Ward Closed in Bug Alert

Hope for Call Centre Jobs

Weir Chief Appointed Gamesboss

ONE of Scotland's leading businessmen was today appointed chairman of the Glasgow 2014 Organising Company, which was set up to prepare the city for hosting the Commonwealth Games. The announcement was made at Hampden Stadium by First Minister Alex Salmond.

Cops Up Thief Hunt

POLICE today stepped up their hunt after a supermarket robbery. Masked men stole GBP25,000 during a cash delivery at Morrisons in Merkland Court, Partick, Glasgow, on Monday night.

M74 Link Delayed

WORK to complete the M74 motorway has hit a further snag after a crucial decision on the missing link was put back again. A final price for the project was due to be set this week - but government officials are unable to agree on a funding level.

Sick of Paying for Poor Service? Then Fire Your Factor

THE law says that in most circumstances you can sack your factor and replace them with someone better. But few residents know how to go about it or have the time for a protracted battle with a factor facing losing valuable business.

Call Centre Bosses Offer Hope 950 Jobs Are Safe

CALL centre workers involved in a multimillion pound buy-out were today given hope their jobs may be safe. New bosses at Barclaycard insist no decision has been taken about the future of the centre in Cumbernauld despite staff fears of mass sackings.

Groove Armada to Headline Live at Loch Lomond

FESTIVAL organisers said today that this year 's Live at Loch Lomond will surpass last year. Bosses have confirmed Groove Armada will headline Saturday night, joining Sunday's main act The Sex Pistols.

Chieftain of the Pudding Race

FILM star Charlize Theron picked up a university Woman of the Year award - but she had to prove she deserved it first. Theron danced to disco music, struck model poses and had to woo someone wearing an elephant suit and sparkly bra to earn the accolade.

Bbc Oliver U-Turn Kids Bidding to Star in Musical Can Now Talk to Evening Times

THE BBC has withdrawn a threat to drop young hopefuls from its latest search for a star. Yesterday, the Evening Times revealed a junior member of BBC staff, acting as a press officer, warned that auditioning actors would risk their chance of landing the part if they spoke to Scotland's biggest selling evening paper.

All Factors Must Sign Up to Our Charter We Challenge Property Managers to Agree to New Set of Rules to End Rip-Offs and Shoddy Practices

THE Evening Times today calls on all factors to sign up to our charter and offer a fairer deal to thousands of Glasgow residents. We want every factor - from big property management operations and housing associations to small, familyowned firms - to back our pledge to give homeowners a better deal.

Relapse Forces Medics to Move Brain Bug Boy

ASCHOOLBOY being treated for suspected meningitis has been transferred to Glasgow's Southern General Hospital after his condition deteriorated. The 15-year-old from East Kilbride was being treated at Hairmyres Hospital and was said to be "responding well to medication, " as the Evening Times revealed on Tuesday.

New Plea in Cabbie Murder

POLICE today made a new appeal for witnesses to the murder of a taxi driver in Greenock. Mark Fitzsimmons, 25, was stabbed to death after picking up three people who refused to pay a fare on Tuesday night.

No Rise in Tax for Ayrshire Council

THE first Scottish local authority to officially freeze council tax is North Ayrshire. As the Evening Times revealed on Tuesday, Glasgow City Council is expected to follow suit when they announce a 0-per cent rise next week for the third consecutive year.

Fears for Jailed Parents' Kids

CHILDREN of jailed parents are the "invisible" victims of crime, it is claimed. A report before the Scottish Parliament highlights the trauma faced by around 13,500 children who have a parent in prison.

Woman in Court Over Shooting

A WOMAN has been charged with attempted murder after the shooting of a new father. Barry Simpson, 33, was shot outside at flat in Blantyre, Lanarkshire, last week. He was said to have been attacked after chasing away noisy teenagers.

Top Cop Slams Plans for 'Super Force'

STRATHCLYDE'S top cop has hit out at controversial plans for a "super police force" in Scotland. Chief Constable Steve House opposes moves to set up a Scottish Police Services Authority with wide-ranging powers.

Tvstars Pedal to Help Maggie's

ACTORS Ford Kiernan and Sanjeev Kohli got on their bikes to encourage people to take part in a charity cycle. The stars of TV comedy Still Game were joined in Kelvingrove Park by nurses Wendy Burns and Wendy Porteous in their bid to sign as many people as possible for Maggie's Cancer Caring Centre's Monster Bike and Hike in May.

Outbreak of Scabies Closes Hospital Ward

AWARD at Glasgow's largest hospital has been closed to new admissions during an outbreak of scabies. The skin condition, caused by small insects that burrow under the skin, is often associated with overcrowded, unhygienic conditions.

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