The Glasgow Patter

23/07/2025

🦄 Meet Finnie – the Official Mascot of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games! 🏗️🏴

Introducing Finnie, the proud new face of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games – inspired by the iconic Finnieston Crane, a symbol of Glasgow’s industrial strength and proud heritage.

Finnie blends the city’s past and future – strong, spirited, and full of character. Just like the Finnieston Crane once lifted the heavyweights of industry, Finnie’s here to lift the spirits of fans and athletes across the Commonwealth! 🌍💪

With a cheeky smile, a big heart, and a love for sport, Finnie represents everything that makes Glasgow bold, brave, and brilliant.

22/07/2025

Ozzy Osbourne passed away this morning, his family have announced

19/07/2025

🌈 Happy Glasgow’s Pride Day – 19 July 2025! 🌈

Today, our city bursts with colour, courage, and community as we come together to celebrate Pride in Glasgow — a celebration of love, freedom, and the right to be unapologetically yourself.

From the heart of the city centre to every corner of Glasgow — from Pollok to Possil, Govan to Garnethill — we lift our voices in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ friends, family, and neighbours. Pride is a protest, a celebration, a remembrance, and a promise: that equality, dignity, and respect are not optional — they are essential.

To every person marching, dancing, cheering, or simply reflecting today — know this: you belong, you are loved, and your pride is powerful.

Let Glasgow shine with unity, kindness, and joy — not just today, but every day.

🏳️‍🌈 Happy Pride, Glasgow!

18/07/2025

Refresh Spa at Emirates Arena will be opening on Sundays.

Message from Glasgow Club / Refresh Spa...

Exciting News! Refresh Spa to Open on Sundays Starting 20th July

We’ve heard your feedback and are thrilled to give you more opportunities to unwind and recharge.

Beginning Sunday, 20th July, our hydro and thermal facilities will be available to book at following time slots:

10:00 – 11:30
11:30 – 13:00
13:00 – 14:30
14:30 – 16:00

Reserve your preferred slot and make the most of your Sundays with us!

We’re also aware of the growing interest in Sunday treatments—we’re working on it and will share more details soon. Stay tuned!

17/07/2025

🚨 Service Update – Glasgow Central and Queen Street Low Level 🚨

⚠️ All trains to and from Glasgow Central and Queen Street Low Level have been CANCELLED until further notice due to a major failure with overhead wires.

🚧 Engineers are on site working to resolve the issue as quickly and safely as possible.

🛑 Please avoid travel on this route at this time.
🚌 Please use local bus or hire bikes (Scotrail Tickets NOT VALID)

📱 For live updates, visit the Scotrail App or Website

We sincerely apologies for the disruption and thank you for your patience.

10/07/2025

🧣 Homelessness in Scotland: A Crisis We Can't Ignore

Scotland is facing a growing homelessness crisis.

As of 2024, over 15,000 households were living in temporary accommodation, many with children. Every day, people across the country are forced to choose between unsafe housing, rough sleeping, or overcrowded shelters.

🏘️ Why is this happening?

A shortage of affordable housing

Rising cost of living and rent

Cuts to social support systems

Mental health struggles and addiction

Domestic abuse and family breakdowns

📉 While Scotland has taken progressive steps—such as stronger legal rights for homeless people and a focus on Housing First approaches—the reality is that too many are still slipping through the cracks.

🫂 What can we do?

Support local shelters and charities

Advocate for long-term housing solutions

Listen with compassion, not judgment

Demand action from policymakers

Homelessness isn’t just about not having a roof—it’s about being left behind. Everyone deserves a safe place to call home.

💬 Let's talk about it. Share, donate, speak up. Together, we can make a difference.

04/07/2025

“Heads up, travellers! Boots at Glasgow Central has moved — it’s now located inside the former Ticket Office at the Gordon Street entrance. If you’re picking up essentials before your journey, make sure you head to the new spot! 🧳🛍️🚉”

27/06/2025

⛔️⛔️SICKO CAGED Twisted Scots care home worker DAVID HILLHOUSE FROM PENILEE⛔️⛔️

Twisted Scots Care Home Worker Jailed for Sexually Abusing Elderly Residents

Penilee, Glasgow — David Hillhouse, a care home worker from Penilee, Glasgow, has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of sexually abusing elderly residents, including OAPs as old as 90.

The court heard how Hillhouse exploited his position of trust to prey on vulnerable residents in the care home, causing lasting trauma to some of the most defenseless members of the community.

Authorities and victim support groups have condemned the abuse, emphasizing the urgent need for stricter safeguarding measures in care homes to protect elderly individuals from such violations.

Hillhouse’s sentencing sends a strong message that abuse in care settings will not be tolerated and that justice will be served for victims, no matter their age.

27/06/2025

Going to Bellahouston Park Tonight for Simple Minds?

First Bus have your travel plans covered! 🚌 🎵

Services 9, 9A, 10 & 34 will get you just a short walk to the park entrance. Use the First Bus App's journey planner and enjoy the gig! firstbus.co.uk/first-bus-app

23/06/2025

Scotties in the City - Glasgow Summer 2026.
50 Giant Scottie Dogs are taking over Glasgow for 10 weeks

Overview Scotties in the City Glasgow’s gone barking mad! Scotties in the City coming to Glasgow in Summer 2026, in support of Maggie’s centres. The trail will link up the pack of 50 beautifully designed giant Scottie Dog sculptures in the city of Glasgow and surrounding suburbs for eight weeks ...

18/06/2025

Heatwave alert! Scotland is set to experience its peak temperatures of the year this June. Don't miss out on the details! Read more here: https://wix.to/HTvO6O5

Scotland is bracing for the peak of a scorching June heatwave, with temperatures expected to soar to their highest levels of the year so far. According to the latest Met Office forecasts, the mercury is set to hit a sweltering 27°C in parts of the country — a rare occurrence for this time of year...