Statue of Nelson Mandela unveiled in Glasgow It comes 33 years to the day since thousands turned out to watch as he was awarded freedom of the city. The Independent UK · 22h ago
Boston Mayor takes part in Scottish traffic cone tradition during World Cup takeover Boston's mayor has admitted she placed a traffic cone on a statue amid the Tartan Army’s antics during their World Cup takeover The National (Scotland) · Jun 18
Scottish activists mark 80 years since atomic bombings with new 'peace garden' Activists in Glasgow have marked the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings at the opening of a new garden The National (Scotland) · Aug 6, 2025
Teacups made from Glasgow pollution used to highlight toxic dust in air we breathe The 'Smogware' tea sets use dirt particles to visualise the toll of air pollution - with the Lord Provost among those taking afternoon tea from the cups to mark Clean Air Day. Daily Record · Jun 16, 2023
Lord Provost of Glasgow's limousine banned from city centre as LEZ comes into force SNP Councillor Jacqueline McLaren is driven around Glasgow in a 3 litre vehicle, but will now have to find alternative transport in the city centre Low Emissions Zone. Daily Record · Jun 1, 2023
Glasgow Provost tells off councillors for misbehaviour after meeting ends in chaos Recent council meetings have witnessed rows erupting as politicians clash on key issues. Glasgow Live · May 12, 2023
Coronation celebrations continue with military parade in Glasgow The city’s Lord Lieutenant, Jacqueline McLaren, inspected a guard of honour and led three cheers for the King and Queen. The Independent UK · May 7, 2023
Glasgow King's Coronation weekend plans unveiled by Glasgow City Council The Council has confirmed the timeline of events to celebrate the Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort including the Big Lunch and Big Help Out. Glasgow Live · Apr 17, 2023
Labour accuses Lord Provost of losing control after rammy at Glasgow City Council The Labour group of councillors in Glasgow accused an SNP member of making threats during a heated meeting at the City Chambers. Daily Record · Mar 31, 2023
SNP councillor tells Labour rival to meet him 'outside' during heated council spat A HEATED council meeting descended into a spat – with an SNP councillor accused of telling his opponents to address concerns with him… The National (Scotland) · Mar 31, 2023
Lidl opens doors in Anniesland as store boasts opening weekend middle aisle deals The store has officially opened on Crow Road at Anniesland Cross, with customers being encouraged to get down this weekend with the budget retailer boasting a range of middle aisle deals. Glasgow Live · Feb 24, 2023
Glasgow Lord Provost 'outraged' after offensive vandalism of Tory group's door The Lord Provost, Jacqueline McLaren, urged councillors to be respectful as she condemned the vandalism in the city chambers. Glasgow Live · Dec 14, 2022
Glasgow Lord Provost appeals for public help to find out more about war hero grandfather Councillor Jacqueline McLaren is desperate to find out if any photographs exist of her maternal grandfather Private Allan Hannah McIlvennie who served with the Cameron Highlanders during the First World War. Glasgow Live · Nov 12, 2022
Plans unveiled for Glasgow memorial to South-Asian war heroes PLANS have been unveiled for a permanent memorial in Glasgow to commemorate four million South-Asian soldiers who fought alongside British troops in… The National (Scotland) · Nov 10, 2022
Daily Record · Sep 9, 2022 Glasgow mourns the Queen as floral tributes laid at City Chambers Glaswegian civic leaders sign Book of Condolence at the City Chambers.
Glasgow Live · Sep 9, 2022 Glasgow guidance on where you can pay tribute to the Queen and lay flowers People are mourning the loss of Queen Elizabeth across the UK
Glasgow Live · Aug 22, 2022 Glasgow councillors 'blessed' as they reaffirm commitment to serve city All of the city's newly elected councillors have taken part in a traditional ceremony led by the Lord Provost.
Glasgow Live · Jun 23, 2022 Glasgow councillor apologises to Lord Provost over 'inappropriate' comment Cllr Frank McAveety said his intervention was "not respectful" after the Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren had earlier said she was "not happy at all about what you said there".
The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2022 SNP's Susan Aitken returned as Glasgow City Council leader A new SNP minority administration has been formed in Glasgow, with Susan Aitken returned as council leader.
Glasgow Live · May 19, 2022 Glasgow council gets new SNP administration as Susan Aitken returned as leader Susan Aitken has been re-elected as the leader of Glasgow City Council and her SNP colleague Jacqueline McLaren is the new Lord Provost. Greens councillor Christy Mearns is the deputy Lord Provost.
Glasgow Live · May 18, 2022 Glasgow community champion set to become city's new Lord Provost The Canal ward councillor, who won a community champion award last year, has received the nomination for the SNP and is expected to have the support of the Greens.
Glasgow Live · Apr 28, 2022 Glasgow Election 2022: Delivering 'liveable neighbourhoods' key objective for Canal candidates There are plans in place to change the layout of 28 local streets, while new councillors will also have to tackle concerns over traffic problems and a lack of local housing.
Glasgow Live · Apr 26, 2022 Glasgow holiday hunger programme to feed children during school break opens for applications The move to help families feed their children during the summer holidays will be very welcome as many struggle to cope with rising costs.