thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Tea Jennies live longer and healthier lives - but there's a catch

Drinking tea at least three times a week could be linked with a longer and healthier life , scientists say .
According to new research `` habitual '' consumption of the hot drink is associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease and all-cause death .
But whether the tea being consumed is green or black may make a difference .
The analysis included 100,902 participants of the China-PAR project2 with no history of heart attack , stroke , or cancer .
Participants were categorised into two groups - habitual tea drinkers , those drinking three or more times a week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - those drinking less than three times a week .
They were followed-up for a median of 7.3 years , in the study published in the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology .
The research suggests a 50-year-old habitual tea drinker would develop coronary heart disease and stroke 1.41 years later , and live 1.26 years , longer than someone who never or seldom drank tea .
Compared with never or non-habitual tea drinkers , habitual tea consumers had a 20 per cent lower risk of incident heart disease and stroke , and a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ heart disease and stroke .
They also had a 15 per cent decreased risk of all-cause death , the study suggests .
First author Dr Xinyan Wang , of the Chinese Academy of Medical Science in Beijing , said : `` Habitual tea consumption is associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease and all-cause death .
`` The favourable health effects are the most robust for green tea and for long-term habitual tea drinkers . ''
Researchers analysed the potential influence of changes in tea drinking behaviour in a subset of 14,081 participants @ @ @ @ @ @ @ The average duration between the two surveys was 8.2 years , and the median follow-up after the second survey was 5.3 years .
Habitual drinkers who maintained their habit in both surveys had a 39 per cent lower risk of incident heart disease and stroke , 56 per cent lower risk of fatal heart disease and stroke , and 29 per cent decreased risk of all-cause death compared to consistent never or non-habitual tea drinkers , the study suggests .
In a sub-analysis by tea type , drinking green tea was linked with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ incident heart disease and stroke , fatal heart disease and stroke , and all-cause death .
However , no significant associations were observed for black tea .
Scientists found 49 per cent of habitual tea drinkers in the study consumed green tea most frequently , while only eight per cent preferred black tea .
They noted a preference for green tea in East Asia , and said the small proportion of habitual black tea drinkers might make it more difficult to observe robust associations , but that the findings hint at a differential @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suggest a number of reasons for this .
They indicate that green tea is a rich source of polyphenols which protect against cardiovascular disease .
While black tea is fully fermented and during this process may lose antioxidant effects .
Gunter Kuhnle , professor of nutrition and food science at the University of Reading , said : `` This study is an observational study and can therefore only establish an association - not a causal relationship . ''
He added that the two cups per week as cut-off point was very little when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to four cups per day in the UK .
Prof Kuhnle said : `` It is not clear from the study whether there is any benefit from higher tea intake - and therefore there is no likely benefit from increasing tea intake by the majority of the British public . ''

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Drinking tea at least three times a week could be linked with a longer and healthier life, scientists say.
According to new research "habitual" consumption of the hot drink is associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease and all-cause death.
But whether the tea being consumed is green or black may make a difference.
The analysis included 100,902 participants of the China-PAR project2 with no history of heart attack, stroke, or cancer.
Participants were categorised into two groups - habitual tea drinkers, those drinking three or more times a week, and never or non-habitual tea drinkers - those drinking less than three times a week.
They were followed-up for a median of 7.3 years, in the study published in the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology.
The research suggests a 50-year-old habitual tea drinker would develop coronary heart disease and stroke 1.41 years later, and live 1.26 years, longer than someone who never or seldom drank tea.
Compared with never or non-habitual tea drinkers, habitual tea consumers had a 20 per cent lower risk of incident heart disease and stroke, and a 22 per cent lower risk of fatal heart disease and stroke.
They also had a 15 per cent decreased risk of all-cause death, the study suggests.
First author Dr Xinyan Wang, of the Chinese Academy of Medical Science in Beijing, said: "Habitual tea consumption is associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease and all-cause death.
"The favourable health effects are the most robust for green tea and for long-term habitual tea drinkers."
Researchers analysed the potential influence of changes in tea drinking behaviour in a subset of 14,081 participants with assessments at two time points.
The average duration between the two surveys was 8.2 years, and the median follow-up after the second survey was 5.3 years.
Habitual drinkers who maintained their habit in both surveys had a 39 per cent lower risk of incident heart disease and stroke, 56 per cent lower risk of fatal heart disease and stroke, and 29 per cent decreased risk of all-cause death compared to consistent never or non-habitual tea drinkers, the study suggests.
In a sub-analysis by tea type, drinking green tea was linked with around 25 per cent lower risks for incident heart disease and stroke, fatal heart disease and stroke, and all-cause death.
However, no significant associations were observed for black tea.
Scientists found 49 per cent of habitual tea drinkers in the study consumed green tea most frequently, while only eight per cent preferred black tea.
They noted a preference for green tea in East Asia, and said the small proportion of habitual black tea drinkers might make it more difficult to observe robust associations, but that the findings hint at a differential effect between tea types.
The researchers suggest a number of reasons for this.
They indicate that green tea is a rich source of polyphenols which protect against cardiovascular disease.
While black tea is fully fermented and during this process may lose antioxidant effects.
Gunter Kuhnle, professor of nutrition and food science at the University of Reading, said: "This study is an observational study and can therefore only establish an association - not a causal relationship."
He added that the two cups per week as cut-off point was very little when compared to the average consumption of three to four cups per day in the UK.
Prof Kuhnle said: "It is not clear from the study whether there is any benefit from higher tea intake - and therefore there is no likely benefit from increasing tea intake by the majority of the British public."


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Raiders hunted over £58k haul from business

Detectives are hunting crooks who nicked a £28,000 car and more than £30,000 worth of equipment from a cleaning company .
They made off with a silver Toyota Hilux truck , worth £28,000 , and tools and machinery valued at more than £30,000 .
The culprits smashed a window then raised a roller shutter from inside to steal the car and loot from the site in Wester Gavin , Belltrees Road .
A major investigation is now underway to identify those responsible and reunite the owner with the pick-up truck and kit .
Detective Inspector Bob Bowie , from Paisley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may hold the key to finding the culprits .
He told the Express : “ We are investigating a high-value theft from Daylight Cleaning Services overnight between Monday and Tuesday .
“ It appears an individual , or individuals , forced entry to the premises before stealing a silver Toyota Hilux motor vehicle and a large quantity of tools and machinery .
“ The total value of items taken is in excess of £58,000 , which is clearly a significant loss to the company .
“ We are carrying out extensive enquiries in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ door to door .
“ I would urge anyone who saw or heard anything suspicious in the area around the time of the incident to get in touch .
“ Similarly , if you see the vehicle either on the road or parked up , we would like to hear from you .
“ I ’ d also like to ask drivers to check dashcam footage to see if they captured anything which may be useful to our investigation.
” If you have information about the theft , call police on 101 or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 111 .

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Detectives are hunting crooks who nicked a £28,000 car and more than £30,000 worth of equipment from a cleaning company.
Thieves raided Daylight Cleaning Services, in Howwood.
They made off with a silver Toyota Hilux truck, worth £28,000, and tools and machinery valued at more than £30,000.
The culprits smashed a window then raised a roller shutter from inside to steal the car and loot from the site in Mid Gavin, Belltrees Road.
A major investigation is now underway to identify those responsible and reunite the owner with the pick-up truck and kit.
Detective Inspector Bob Bowie, from Paisley CID, believes members of the public may hold the key to finding the culprits.
He told the Express: “We are investigating a high-value theft from Daylight Cleaning Services overnight between Monday and Tuesday.
“It appears an individual, or individuals, forced entry to the premises before stealing a silver Toyota Hilux motor vehicle and a large quantity of tools and machinery.
“The total value of items taken is in excess of £58,000, which is clearly a significant loss to the company.
“We are carrying out extensive enquiries in the area including reviewing CCTV and going door to door.
“I would urge anyone who saw or heard anything suspicious in the area around the time of the incident to get in
touch.
“Similarly, if you see the vehicle either on the road or parked up, we would like to hear from you.
“I’d also like to ask drivers to check dashcam footage to see if they captured anything which may be useful to our investigation.”
If you have information about the theft, call police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Young woman says revenge porn bully made life hell

A revenge porn bully who blackmailed his ex-girlfriend has been caged .
Louie Tedford , 22 , threatened Kirsty Nealis , 21 , by texting her an intimate picture and warned he would post it online unless she paid up .
Paisley Sheriff Court heard Tedford , of the town ’ s Bank Street , also assaulted her , stalked her and hounded her with abuse after she split up with him and found a new partner .
Kirsty , from Erskine , spoke of her relief at Tedford being locked up for eight months for terrorising her , but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ longer .
She said : “ I am really happy that he has been locked up .
“ I am glad he ’ s getting eight months , but for everything that he put me through , I thought it would have been for longer .
“ Still , I am happy that he is off the streets .
“ I am happy that this is on his record and that everyone will know about what he has done.
” Kirsty said that the threats started after Tedford sent a photo to her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a picture to me .
It was one of me he had on his mobile phone .
He sent a text message threatening me to give him money .
“ It was a demand .
He said ‘ If you don ’ t give me money today by 4pm then this picture will be posted everywhere on social media ’ .
” She said “ there were so many incidents ” involving Tedford that she even contemplated ending her life .
She added : “ He put me through hell .
“ Things @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ending things .
“ There were so many incidents involving Louie .
“ He blackmailed me .
It ran to thousands of pounds .
He was taking £300 a month for at least six or seven months .
“ I am glad it is over and I just want to get on with my life.
” The court was told Tedford forced her into paying him £300 a month from her bank account in a blatant blackmail racket .
Procurator Fiscal depute Susan Barr said Kirsty and Tedford had been in a relationship @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in February 2017 .
The fiscal added : “ Following an argument , she was trying to pick up documents from a bedside table and she contacted 101 for advice .
“ During the call , the accused was shouting , ‘ Why the f**k are you phoning the police ?
’ “ He threatened to punch her if she brought the police to the door.
” The court heard she fled the flat , but was coaxed back by Tedford , who turned nasty again .
She began recording his outbursts on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : “ He told her that she wasn ’ t allowed to leave because he needed her money .
“ He told her she was fat , smelly , ugly and lazy .
“ At which point , she said she was leaving him .
“ He then told her she should kill herself and threw a packet of medication at her.
” Kirsty sought refuge at her parents ’ address , where Tedford continued to intimidate her .
He sent her a flurry of abusive texts , loitered in an underpass close @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up at the property , trying doors to get inside .
He then began the blackmail by demanding money from her in June 2017 , when he sent her the intimate photo of herself .
The prosecutor added : “ While at her parents ’ address she received a message from Tedford containing an intimate image and a text saying he was going to post the image online and ruin her life .
“ At no point did she give him permission to share this image on a public forum .
“ She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an image shared between them during the course of their relationship.
” Tedford demanded she transfer money from her bank account and pay him .
The prosecutor added : “ She was able to provide the police with screenshots of numerous conversations and the image from the accused .
“ At that point , she was paying the accused £300 a month for his demands in order to stop him from harassing her .
“ The phone and text messages were on a daily basis , amounting to him blackmailing her.
” Tedford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ pleaded guilty to charges of stalking his ex at an address in Erskine , where he repeatedly phoned her , attended at her home uninvited , repeatedly sent her text messages , uttered abusive remarks and made threats .
He also sent her a text message containing an intimate image which he threatened to post online and repeatedly contacted members of the woman ’ s family between February 11 , 2017 and July 31 , 2017 .
He he also admitted assaulting his ex-partner at an address in Paisley where he pushed her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bed during an incident which took place some time between March 31 and April 30 , 2016 .
Defence agent Bob Mitchell said Tedford had been blighted by a troubled upbringing , but realised he was likely to be locked up .
He said : “ He understands how serious the situation he finds himself in .
“ This is a serious matter and it is sometimes difficult to explain to someone who behaves in this way .
“ He himself was a victim of some difficult experiences and he has clearly had @ @ @ @ @ @ @ left him with psychiatric and psychological scars.
” Sheriff David Pender told Tedford it was a “ very bad example ” of “ coercion and controlling carried out by you ” .
He added : “ This behaviour is absolutely outrageous and , in my view , can only be dealt with by way of a custodial disposal.
” He caged Tedford for eight months and handed him a Non Harassment Order lasting five years , which prevents him from approaching or contacting Kirsty .

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A revenge porn bully who blackmailed his ex-girlfriend has been caged.
Louie Tedford, 22, threatened Kirsty Nealis, 21, by texting her an intimate picture and warned he would post it online unless she paid up.
Paisley Sheriff Court heard Tedford, of the town’s Bank Street, also assaulted her, stalked her and hounded her with abuse after she split up with him and found a new partner.
Kirsty, from Erskine, spoke of her relief at Tedford being locked up for eight months for terrorising her, but wishes he had been sent down for longer.
She said: “I am really happy that he has been locked up.
“I am glad he’s getting eight months, but for everything that he put me through, I thought it would have been for longer.
“Still, I am happy that he is off the streets.
“I am happy that this is on his record and that everyone will know about what he has done.”
Kirsty said that the threats started after Tedford sent a photo to her.
She explained: “He sent a picture to me. It was one of me he had on his mobile phone. He sent a text message threatening me to give him money.
“It was a demand. He said ‘If you don’t give me money today by 4pm then this picture will be posted everywhere on social media’.”
She said “there were so many incidents” involving Tedford that she even contemplated ending her life.
She added: “He put me through hell.
“Things got so bad that I thought about ending things.
“There were so many incidents involving Louie.
“He blackmailed me. It ran to thousands of pounds. He was taking £300 a month for at least six or seven months.
“I am glad it is over and I just want to get on with my life.”
The court was told Tedford forced her into paying him £300 a month from her bank account in a blatant blackmail racket.
Procurator Fiscal depute Susan Barr said Kirsty and Tedford had been in a relationship for 18 months, which ended acrimoniously in February 2017.
The fiscal added: “Following an argument, she was trying to pick up documents from a bedside table and she contacted 101 for advice.
“During the call, the accused was shouting, ‘Why the f**k are you phoning the police?’
“He threatened to punch her if she brought the police to the door.”
The court heard she fled the flat, but was coaxed back by Tedford, who turned nasty again.
She began recording his outbursts on her mobile phone.
The fiscal added: “He told her that she wasn’t allowed to leave because he needed her money.
“He told her she was fat, smelly, ugly and lazy.
“At which point, she said she was leaving him.
“He then told her she should kill herself and threw a packet of medication at her.”
Kirsty sought refuge at her parents’ address, where Tedford continued to intimidate her.
He sent her a flurry of abusive texts, loitered in an underpass close to the house, and even showed up at the property, trying doors to get inside.
He then began the blackmail by demanding money from her in June 2017, when he sent her the intimate photo of herself.
The prosecutor added: “While at her parents’ address she received a message from Tedford containing an intimate image and a text saying he was going to post the image online and ruin her life.
“At no point did she give him permission to share this image on a public forum.
“She was alarmed by this. It was an image shared between them during the course of their relationship.”
Tedford demanded she transfer money from her bank account and pay him.
The prosecutor added: “She was able to provide the police with screenshots of numerous conversations and the image from the accused.
“At that point, she was paying the accused £300 a month for his demands in order to stop him from harassing her.
“The phone and text messages were on a daily basis, amounting to him blackmailing her.”
Tedford appeared in the dock, where he pleaded guilty to charges of stalking his ex at an address in Erskine, where he repeatedly phoned her, attended at her home uninvited, repeatedly sent her text messages, uttered abusive remarks and made threats.
He also sent her a text message containing an intimate image which he threatened to post online and repeatedly contacted members of the woman’s family between February 11, 2017 and July 31, 2017.
He he also admitted assaulting his ex-partner at an address in Paisley where he pushed her, causing her to fall onto a bed during an incident which took place some time between March 31 and April 30, 2016.
Defence agent Bob Mitchell said Tedford had been blighted by a troubled upbringing, but realised he was likely to be locked up.
He said: “He understands how serious the situation he finds himself in.
“This is a serious matter and it is sometimes difficult to explain to someone who behaves in this way.
“He himself was a victim of some difficult experiences and he has clearly had a troubled upbringing.
“This has left him with psychiatric and psychological scars.”
Sheriff David Pender told Tedford it was a “very bad example” of “coercion and controlling carried out by you”.
He added: “This behaviour is absolutely outrageous and, in my view, can only be dealt with by way of a custodial
disposal.”
He caged Tedford for eight months and handed him a Non Harassment Order lasting five years, which prevents him from approaching or contacting Kirsty.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Woman dies and three others injured in serious road accident

A woman has died and three people are being treated in hospital following a serious road accident in Livingston .
@ @ @ @ @ died at the scene of the crash at Cousland Road on Wednesday and once casualty @ @ @ @ @ .
The Emergency services were called to the accident between Mill Roundabout and the Hospital @ @ @ @ @ the road was closed until 10.40pm .
Police warned motorists to avoid the road while @ @ @ @ @ .
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A woman has died and three people are being treated in hospital following a serious road accident in Livingston.
Police Scotland said the woman died at the scene of the crash at Cousland Road on Wednesday and once casualty remains in a serious condition.
The Emergency services were called to the accident between Mill Roundabout and the Hospital Interchange at around 3.20pm and the road was closed until 10.40pm.
Police warned motorists to avoid the road while investigation work was carried out.
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thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Express reporter backs Paisley blood drive to boost the bank

The first blood drive of 2020 has arrived in Paisley and Express reporter Carla Talbot went along to make her donation and find out about the importance of giving blood .
Carla said : `` I have given blood before , but I am not a regular donor , so I was glad to be going along to the first of three blood donation events at St Mirin ’ s Church Hall , in Paisley .
`` In the grand scheme of things , a pint of blood is nothing to our bodies , but to someone in dire need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the difference between life and death .
`` Blood has a very short shelf life of just 35 days and can ’ t be stockpiled , so every day patients in need of blood rely on donors heading along to events like the one in Paisley this week .
`` As of yesterday , there were only six days of a number of blood types , including O- , O+ , A+ and B+ .
`` I had mostly forgotten about the process of donating , but I did remember it was straightforward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ less than 30 minutes .
`` Firstly , you fill out a form to ensure you are able to donate safely , before having a chat with one of the nurses .
`` Then comes , in my opinion , the worst bit .
A quick pin prick test on the finger to test your blood to ensure you are hydrated enough to donate your pint of blood .
`` Thankfully , though , it is over in a matter of seconds and isn ’ t painful at all .
`` Then you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beds for people making their donations and , as the nurses say , “ just a quick , sharp scratch ” – and you ’ re on your way .
`` Since I began donating blood in 2010 , things have changed . ''
Last April , the National Blood Transfusion Service introduced measures to the donating process to make it easier and safer for everyone .
Donators are now encouraged to drink 500ml of water just before they donate their blood as it has been proved to reduce the risk of fainting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ various exercises through the process to speed up the blood flow and reduce donation time .
Carla added : `` Every bed surrounding me was full of people of all ages giving their pint – which will then and sent to one of 39 blood banks across Scotland .
`` The session I attended on Tuesday was busy , with people queuing out the door for the afternoon slot .
`` A further queue of Buddies was expected at the 5.30pm to 7.30pm slot .
`` Last year , a total of 457 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in January , averaging between 130 to 170 each day. ''
There is still time for you to donate today , with the last session of the three-day drive taking place from 2.30-3.30pm and 5.30-7.30pm .
`` I would urge as many Buddies who can to take the 30 minutes out their day and help boost the blood stocks that could save someone ’ s life .
`` You even get a free cup of tea and a biscuit after it – which is always a good reason to get involved . ''
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ not you can give blood , visit https : //my.blood.co.uk/Check/0 to go through a quick checklist .

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The first blood drive of 2020 has arrived in Paisley and Express reporter Carla Talbot went along to make her donation and find out about the importance of giving blood.
PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happens
Carla said: "I have given blood before, but I am not a regular donor, so I was glad to be going along to the first of three blood donation events at St Mirin’s Church Hall, in Paisley.
"In the grand scheme of things, a pint of blood is nothing to our bodies, but to someone in dire need of a transfusion, it can be the difference between life and death.
(Image: PDE)
"Blood has a very short shelf life of just 35 days and can’t be stockpiled, so every day patients in need of blood rely on donors heading along to events like the one in Paisley this week.
"As of yesterday, there were only six days of a number of blood types, including O-, O+, A+ and B+.
"I had mostly forgotten about the process of donating, but I did remember it was straightforward and all over and done with in less than 30 minutes.
"Firstly, you fill out a form to ensure you are able to donate safely, before having a chat with one of the nurses.
"Then comes, in my opinion, the worst bit. A quick pin prick test on the finger to test your blood to ensure you are hydrated enough to donate your pint of blood.
"Thankfully, though, it is over in a matter of seconds and isn’t painful at all.
(Image: PDE)
"Then you head over to one of the many beds for people making their donations and, as the nurses say, “just a quick, sharp scratch” – and you’re on your way.
"Since I began donating blood in 2010, things have changed."
Last April, the National Blood Transfusion Service introduced measures to the donating process to make it easier and safer for everyone.
Donators are now encouraged to drink 500ml of water just before they donate their blood as it has been proved to reduce the risk of fainting.
People are also encouraged to do various exercises through the process to speed up the blood flow and reduce donation time.
Carla added: "Every bed surrounding me was full of people of all ages giving their pint – which will then and sent to one of 39 blood banks across Scotland.
"The session I attended on Tuesday was busy, with people queuing out the door for the afternoon slot.
"A further queue of Buddies was expected at the 5.30pm to 7.30pm slot.
"Last year, a total of 457 people went along over the three days in January, averaging between 130 to 170 each day.
" There is still time for you to donate today, with the last session of the three-day drive taking place from 2.30-3.30pm and 5.30-7.30pm.
"I would urge as many Buddies who can to take the 30 minutes out their day and help boost the blood stocks that could save someone’s life.
"You even get a free cup of tea and a biscuit after it – which is always a good reason to get involved."
If you are unsure about whether or not you can give blood, visit https://www.scotblood.co.uk/giving-blood/can-i-give-blood/for information.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Church-run charity makes bid to open Dumbarton children's home

A church-run charity has made an official planning bid to open a children ’ s home in Dumbarton after previously trying to open it without permission .
Crossreach , a social care charity linked to the Church of Scotland , want to move four young people into a large house in Helenslee Road .
They say most of the children will have experienced adversity and trauma , such as neglect or abuse , with the home providing a nurturing environment for them to recover .
The Lennox Herald reported in January last year how the charity completely revamped the house @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in – but their ambitions hit the brakes after council chiefs were tipped off .
Neighbouring residents alerted the planning department with concerns that necessary planning permission was not in place .
Officers sent chiefs back to the drawing board and told them they needed to apply for planning permission to use the dwelling house as care accommodation .
At the time , the charity told us four youngsters were due to be rehomed there and were disappointed in the delay .
The Church of Scotland has now applied to West Dunbartonshire Council @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bid to persuade officers .
It reads : “ Crossreach is a social care charity who have been operating as part of the Church of Scotland for 150 years .
“ They have for many years provided care and education services to children with additional needs .
“ The children they look after have been removed from vulnerable situations at home and are entrusted to their care so that they might find a supportive environment in which to thrive .
“ Many of the children and young people have experienced adversity and trauma @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their childhood , and Crossreach ’ s relational approach is to provide a stable , caring and nurturing environment where children can recover from the harm caused.
” The statement explains that the property would be home for children or young people , aged between six and 16 , who would each have their own bedroom , with communal living , dining and kitchen facilities .
They would also have 24-hour care from a team who would provide support on a rota system and there will be additional support available in the event @ @ @ @ @ @ @ adds : “ There will be three carers supporting the children and young people , who usually travel to and from the house together .
“ Overnight , there will be two carers , one of whom will be awake throughout .
“ Up to four children and young people , aged between six to 16 years will live in the house , supported by a highly skilled team of adults .
“ Some of the young people that would come to live in Helenslee Road would go home at weekends and on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , children and young people will attend Crossreach education resource in Erskine and will travel there and back with a carer .
“ On some occasions , the children and young people may attend school in the local community.
” They say the change of use would not result in any adverse impact , such as noise or extra traffic , adding : “ This is a private property that is well contained and screened from its neighbours and so overlooking will not occur and there are no other impacts that we can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also references a recent appeal determined by the Scottish Government , which found in favour of the Church of Scotland in relation to an identical planning bid they made to Stirling Council .
The reporter ruled that the proposed use fell within a dwelling house because the looked-after children lived together in a single household and the care was on a non-resident basis .
A decision on whether to grant permission is expected to be made by council planning officers .
For more local news from West Dunbartonshire click here .

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A church-run charity has made an official planning bid to open a children’s home in Dumbarton after previously trying to open it without permission.
Crossreach, a social care charity linked to the Church of Scotland, want to move four young people into a large house in Helenslee Road.
They say most of the children will have experienced adversity and trauma, such as neglect or abuse, with the home providing a nurturing environment for them to recover.
The Lennox Herald reported in January last year how the charity completely revamped the house ready for the young people to move in – but their ambitions hit the brakes after council chiefs were tipped off.
Neighbouring residents alerted the planning department with concerns that necessary planning permission was not in place.
Officers sent chiefs back to the drawing board and told them they needed to apply for planning permission to use the dwelling house as care accommodation.
At the time, the charity told us four youngsters were due to be rehomed there and were disappointed in the delay.
The Church of Scotland has now applied to West Dunbartonshire Council and presented an eight-page document in a bid to persuade officers.
It reads: “Crossreach is a social care charity who have been operating as part of the Church of Scotland for 150 years.
“They have for many years provided care and education services to children with additional needs.
“The children they look after have been removed from vulnerable situations at home and are entrusted to their care so that they might find a supportive environment in which to thrive.
“Many of the children and young people have experienced adversity and trauma, such as neglect or abuse in their childhood, and Crossreach’s relational approach is to provide a stable, caring and nurturing environment where children can recover from the harm caused.”
The statement explains that the property would be home for children or young people, aged between six and 16, who would each have their own bedroom, with communal living, dining and kitchen facilities.
They would also have 24-hour care from a team who would provide support on a rota system and there will be additional support available in the event of “unforeseen circumstances”.
It adds: “There will be three carers supporting the children and young people, who usually travel to and from the house together.
“Overnight, there will be two carers, one of whom will be awake throughout.
“Up to four children and young people, aged between six to 16 years will live in the house, supported by a highly skilled team of adults.
“Some of the young people that would come to live in Helenslee Road would go home at weekends and on school holidays.
“In the main, children and young people will attend Crossreach education resource in Erskine and will travel there and back with a carer.
“On some occasions, the children and young people may attend school in the local community.”
They say the change of use would not result in any adverse impact, such as noise or extra traffic, adding: “This is a private property that is well contained and screened from its neighbours and so overlooking will not occur and there are no other impacts that we can see as likely.”
The planning statement also references a recent appeal determined by the Scottish Government, which found in favour of the Church of Scotland in relation to an identical planning bid they made to Stirling Council.
The reporter ruled that the proposed use fell within a dwelling house because the looked-after children lived together in a single household and the care was on a non-resident basis.
A decision on whether to grant permission is expected to be made by council planning officers.
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thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Bonhill child abuse survivor honoured with OBE following her quest for justice

A child abuse survivor from Bonhill has been honoured with an OBE following her quest for justice for other victims .
Helen Holland has been given the Order of the British Empire for services to survivors of childhood abuse .
She is chair of In Care Abuse Survivors group ( INCAS ) , a trauma specialist counselling and advocacy support service for adults who suffered childhood abuse in care , and supported the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry through her work with the group .
Helen told the inquiry in 2018 she was sexually abused over four years and raped by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the 60s and 70s .
She waived her right to anonymity and told the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry in Edinburgh the sexual abuse started when she was eight .
Last year , inquiry chairwoman Lady Smith said residents of the Nazareth House orphanages in Scotland were subjected to sexual abuse of the “ utmost depravity ” .
The Sisters of Nazareth charity said it had apologised for any abuse that took place in its institutions .
The inquiry ’ s case study report about the Nazareth Houses between 1933 and 1984 are forming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ abuse of children in care in Scotland .
In 2016 , the Lennox Herald reported how Helen met with then deputy first minister John Swinney after the inquiry was thrown into jeopardy .
The long-awaited probe into decades of abuse at children ’ s homes and residential schools was plunged into chaos after two of three members quit over alleged Scottish Government interference .
It is still ongoing and will report to Scottish ministers .

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A child abuse survivor from Bonhill has been honoured with an OBE following her quest for justice for other victims.
Helen Holland has been given the Order of the British Empire for services to survivors of childhood abuse.
She is chair of In Care Abuse Survivors group (INCAS), a trauma specialist counselling and advocacy support service for adults who suffered childhood abuse in care, and supported the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry through her work with the group.
Helen told the inquiry in 2018 she was sexually abused over four years and raped by priests at Nazareth House in Kilmarnock in the 60s and 70s. She waived her right to anonymity and told the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry in Edinburgh the sexual abuse started when she was eight.
Last year, inquiry chairwoman Lady Smith said residents of the Nazareth House orphanages in Scotland were subjected to sexual abuse of the “utmost depravity”.
The Sisters of Nazareth charity said it had apologised for any abuse that took place in its institutions.
The inquiry’s case study report about the Nazareth Houses between 1933 and 1984 are forming part of a wider investigation into the abuse of children in care in Scotland.
In 2016, the Lennox Herald reported how Helen met with then deputy first minister John Swinney after the inquiry was thrown into jeopardy.
The long-awaited probe into decades of abuse at children’s homes and residential schools was plunged into chaos after two of three members quit over alleged Scottish Government interference.
It is still ongoing and will report to Scottish ministers.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Man left with facial injuries after serious assault in Hamilton

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault in Hamilton on Tuesday night .
Officers were called to an @ @ @ @ @ at around 9.20pm .
A Police Scotland spokesperson said : “ We received a report @ @ @ @ @ Fairhill Avenue , Hamilton , around 9.20pm on Tuesday , January 7 , 2020 .
@ @ @ @ @ taken to Hairmyres Hospital with facial injuries .
Enquiries are ongoing .
“ If anyone @ @ @ @ @ incident , please contact us on 101 quoting incident number 3509 or anonymously via Crimestoppers @ @ @ @ @ ”

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Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault in Hamilton on Tuesday night.
Officers were called to an incident in Fairhill Avenue, at around 9.20pm.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We received a report of a serious assault on Fairhill Avenue, Hamilton, around 9.20pm on Tuesday, January 7, 2020.
“A 22-year-old man was taken to Hairmyres Hospital with facial injuries. Enquiries are ongoing.
“If anyone has any information about this incident, please contact us on 101 quoting incident number 3509 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Warning that Renfrewshire bin service could be axed due to cash shortages

Essential services – including brown bin collections – face being cut if more cash isn ’ t ploughed into the local authority ’ s budget , a councillor has warned .
PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS : Live news as it happens Eddie Devine , who heads up the opposition Labour group on Renfrewshire Council , said there are no more savings to be made and vital services will suffer if the Scottish Government can not offer up more cash .
Between 2013/14 and 2018/19 , government funding for Renfrewshire Council reduced by £130 per head , according to the Scottish Parliament @ @ @ @ @ @ @ elected member said Renfrewshire Council has , in the last ten years , faced budget cuts of more than £150million .
The Paisley Southwest representative said one service that could face the axe is brown bin uplifts .
He said : “ Renfrewshire Council needs more money .
“ In the last ten years , our budget has been cut by well over £150million .
“ There is no more fat to cut .
“ In my opinion , we are now looking , in the next year or two , at services @ @ @ @ @ @ @ talking about savings , it ’ s cuts to essential services .
“ For example , by law , the council has to uplift bins , but we don ’ t need to do the brown bin .
“ This may be something which needs looked at .
“ What people also don ’ t realise is a lot of the money budgeted is ring-fenced , so we don ’ t get to spend it , and that makes things very difficult.
” Councillor Devine ’ s calls for better investment come after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are losing pride in where they live due to council budgets hitting breaking point .
She said : “ If the Scottish Government is truly serious about creating sustainable communities , then it must provide Scotland ’ s councils with a fair settlement as part of this year ’ s budget.
” A Renfrewshire Council spokesman said : “ We fully appreciate the challenging financial outlook facing all local authorities and have a good track record in improving our efficiency as an organisation while improving the services we deliver to communities , meeting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ available budget .
“ Our financial strategy reviews all aspects of the way we work and the services we deliver to ensure we ’ re sustainable for the long term and continue to deliver the services many people rely on .
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Essential services – including brown bin collections – face being cut if more cash isn’t ploughed into the local authority’s budget, a councillor has warned.
PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happens
Eddie Devine, who heads up the opposition Labour group on Renfrewshire Council, said there are no more savings to be made and vital services will suffer if the Scottish Government cannot offer up more cash.
Between 2013/14 and 2018/19, government funding for Renfrewshire Council reduced by £130 per head, according to the Scottish Parliament Information Centre (SPICE).
The elected member said Renfrewshire Council has, in the last ten years, faced budget cuts of more than £150million.
The Paisley Southwest representative said one service that could face the axe is brown bin uplifts.
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He said: “Renfrewshire Council needs more money.
“In the last ten years, our budget has been cut by well over £150million.
“There is no more fat to cut.
“In my opinion, we are now looking, in the next year or two, at services being cut.
“I am not talking about savings, it’s cuts to essential services.
“For example, by law, the council has to uplift bins, but we don’t need to do the brown bin.
“This may be something which needs looked at.
“What people also don’t realise is a lot of the money budgeted is ring-fenced, so we don’t get to spend it, and that makes things very difficult.”
Councillor Devine’s calls for better investment come after COSLA president Councillor Alison Evison said communities are losing pride in where they live due to council budgets hitting breaking point.
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She said: “If the Scottish Government is truly serious about creating sustainable communities, then it must provide Scotland’s councils with a fair settlement as part of this year’s budget.”
A Renfrewshire Council spokesman said: “We fully appreciate the challenging financial outlook facing all local authorities and have a good track record in improving our efficiency as an organisation while improving the services we deliver to communities, meeting their changing needs in line with our available budget.
“Our financial strategy reviews all aspects of the way we work and the services we deliver to ensure we’re sustainable for the long term and continue to deliver the services many people rely on.”


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Family pay tribute to 'Burnbank legend' who died after being struck by car

A Hamilton man who died this week after being struck by a car has been described as having the most “ gentle of souls.
” Gary MacKain , of Burnbank , Lanarkshire was hit by a silver Seat Ibiza , on Sunday , January 5 , at around 7.35pm on Glasgow Road , Burnbank .
Emergency services attended but the 47-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene .
His devastated family said “ there was never a dull moment with him and he always had something witty to say ” .
Friends and family of Gary , who was known @ @ @ @ @ @ @ someone they described as a “ Burnbank legend ” .
A spokesperson for the family said : “ There was never a dull moment with him and he always had something witty to say .
He loved Rangers FC and just liked being in the company of friends .
“ He was a loving brother , uncle and friend , who was liked by many and will be sadly missed .
We are all devastated by his passing .
“ We would like to thank everyone who has been supportive to us at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Gary also paid tribute to someone they described as a “ Burnbank legend ” .
They have now rallied in support of Gary ’ s family in a bid to help cover any funeral costs following the tragedy .
Alan McCreadie is set to host a night in the Stonefield Tavern in Blantyre in memory of his friend .
He posted on Facebook : “ This coming Saturday there will be a day held in Teddies Blantyre ( Stonefield Tavern ) to try and help the family of Gary MacKain ( Jack ) @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we got last night.
” He added : “ Doors open at 5pm and will be £5 entry .
“ Every penny raised on the day will go to the family who will be present to help give a Burnbank legend the send-off he thoroughly deserves .
“ Anyone who can ’ t attend but would like to donate , feel free to contact myself or any band member and we can make the donation on your behalf or it can be handed in to Costcutters in the Burnbank Centre .
“ Anyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Facebook unless you wish to remain anonymous .
“ The family have asked me personally on their behalf to thank each and everyone of you for your support at this difficult time.
” Many took to Facebook to pay tribute to Gary .
Kerry Carruthers posted : “ RIP Jack .
You will surely be missed by the full of Burnbank .
Won ’ t be the same not seeing you about , you were a gem of guy .
Rest easy pal and sleep tight .
Gone but not forgotten.
” Police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was closed for around seven hours .
Sergeant Andy Shearer , of Lanarkshire Road Policing , said : “ Our thoughts go out to the family of the victim and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident .
“ I ’ d ask that anyone who may have been in the area at the time and witnessed the collision to get in contact .
“ I ’ d also urge anyone with dashcam footage that may assist with our investigation to come forward to police.
” Police Scotland can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2787 of January 5 , 2020 .

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A Hamilton man who died this week after being struck by a car has been described as having the most “gentle of souls.”
Gary MacKain, of Burnbank, Lanarkshire was hit by a silver Seat Ibiza, on Sunday, January 5, at around 7.35pm on Glasgow Road, Burnbank.
Emergency services attended but the 47-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.
His devastated family said “there was never a dull moment with him and he always had something witty to say”.
Friends and family of Gary, who was known as Jack, also paid tribute to someone they described as a “Burnbank legend”.
A spokesperson for the family said: “There was never a dull moment with him and he always had something witty to say. He loved Rangers FC and just liked being in the company of friends.
“He was a loving brother, uncle and friend, who was liked by many and will be sadly missed. We are all devastated by his passing.
“We would like to thank everyone who has been supportive to us at this time.”
Friends and family of Gary also paid tribute to someone they described as a “Burnbank legend”.
They have now rallied in support of Gary’s family in a bid to help cover any funeral costs following the tragedy.
Alan McCreadie is set to host a night in the Stonefield Tavern in Blantyre in memory of his friend.
He posted on Facebook: “This coming Saturday there will be a day held in Teddies Blantyre (Stonefield Tavern) to try and help the family of Gary MacKain (Jack ) with funeral costs after the tragic news we got last night.”
He added: “Doors open at 5pm and will be £5 entry.
“Every penny raised on the day will go to the family who will be present to help give a Burnbank legend the send-off he thoroughly deserves.
“Anyone who can’t attend but would like to donate, feel free to contact myself or any band member and we can make the donation on your behalf or it can be handed in to Costcutters in the Burnbank Centre.
“Anyone doing this will be thanked publicly on Facebook unless you wish to remain anonymous.
“The family have asked me personally on their behalf to thank each and everyone of you for your support at this difficult time.”
Many took to Facebook to pay tribute to Gary.
Kerry Carruthers posted: “RIP Jack. You will surely be missed by the full of Burnbank. Won’t be the same not seeing you about, you were a gem of guy. Rest easy pal and sleep tight. Gone but not forgotten.”
Police are appealing for information and the road was closed for around seven hours.
Sergeant Andy Shearer, of Lanarkshire Road Policing, said: “Our thoughts go out to the family of the victim and enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
“I’d ask that anyone who may have been in the area at the time and witnessed the collision to get in contact.
“I’d also urge anyone with dashcam footage that may assist with our investigation to come forward to police.”
Police Scotland can be contacted on 101 quoting incident number 2787 of January 5, 2020.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Scotland has right to chose 'alternative future' ahead of UK Brexit talks, says SNP

SNP ministers will insist Scotland has the `` right to choose an alternative future '' as they travel to London for talks with the UK Government over Brexit .
Constitutional Relations Secretary Mike Russell will take part in talks with UK Government ministers and counterparts from the Welsh administration .
It is the first meeting of the Joint Ministerial Council ( JMC ) on EU Negotiations since Boris Johnson won a majority in December 's general election , a vote which paves the way for the UK to formally quit the European Union at the end of this month .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ after MSPs at Holyrood voted to reject the UK Withdrawal Agreement Bill by 92 to 29 .
Mr Russell has already told MSPs that the relationship between Holyrood and Westminster is at a `` low ebb '' - and is deteriorating further - following Mr Johnson 's election victory .
Speaking ahead of Thursday 's discussions , he insisted : `` The current hard deal Brexit proposed by the UK Government will impose significant damage on the people and economy of Scotland hitting employment and living standards . ''
Mr Russell argued : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is in the best interests of Scotland to remain in the European single market and customs union - which is around eight times bigger than the UK market - to safeguard jobs and provide guarantees on workers ' rights and environmental standards .
`` Despite our repeated efforts to discuss alternatives , our proposals have been ignored .
The UK Government has repeatedly promised it would involve the devolved administrations , but has completely failed to do so .
`` It is now imperative in the next phase of negotiations that the Scottish @ @ @ @ @ @ @ role . ''
With Scotland having returned 47 SNP MPs after a campaign which Nicola Sturgeon said was focused on stopping Brexit , Mr Russell said that people north of the border had `` voted overwhelmingly to stay in Europe '' and that the the recent general election result `` confirmed that view '' .
Adding that the Scottish Parliament had now `` voted comprehensively not to approve the Withdrawal Agreement Bill '' , Mr Russell declared : `` The UK Government must accept Scotland has a right to choose an alternative future @ @ @ @ @ @ @ issue of a second Scottish referendum at Prime Minister 's Questions on Wednesday , Mr Johnson restated his view that Scots had `` voted decisively '' in 2014 to stay in the UK in a `` once in a generation choice '' .
A UK Government spokesman said : `` These claims are nonsense .
We have worked extensively with the Scottish Government throughout the Brexit process and we will continue to do so .
`` It is disappointing the Scottish Government continue to simply oppose Brexit rather than engage with us constructively @

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SNP ministers will insist Scotland has the "right to choose an alternative future" as they travel to London for talks with the UK Government over Brexit .
Constitutional Relations Secretary Mike Russell will take part in talks with UK Government ministers and counterparts from the Welsh administration.
It is the first meeting of the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) on EU Negotiations since Boris Johnson won a majority in December's general election, a vote which paves the way for the UK to formally quit the European Union at the end of this month.
But the meeting takes place the day after MSPs at Holyrood voted to reject the UK Withdrawal Agreement Bill by 92 to 29.
Mr Russell has already told MSPs that the relationship between Holyrood and Westminster is at a "low ebb" - and is deteriorating further - following Mr Johnson's election victory.
Speaking ahead of Thursday's discussions, he insisted: "The current hard deal Brexit proposed by the UK Government will impose significant damage on the people and economy of Scotland hitting employment and living standards."
Mr Russell argued: "Short of EU membership, it is in the best interests of Scotland to remain in the European single market and customs union - which is around eight times bigger than the UK market - to safeguard jobs and provide guarantees on workers' rights and environmental standards.
"Despite our repeated efforts to discuss alternatives, our proposals have been ignored. The UK Government has repeatedly promised it would involve the devolved administrations, but has completely failed to do so.
"It is now imperative in the next phase of negotiations that the Scottish Government is given a proper and meaningful role."
With Scotland having returned 47 SNP MPs after a campaign which Nicola Sturgeon said was focused on stopping Brexit, Mr Russell said that people north of the border had "voted overwhelmingly to stay in Europe" and that the the recent general election result "confirmed that view".
Adding that the Scottish Parliament had now "voted comprehensively not to approve the Withdrawal Agreement Bill", Mr Russell declared: "The UK Government must accept Scotland has a right to choose an alternative future."
However when pressed on the issue of a second Scottish referendum at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday, Mr Johnson restated his view that Scots had "voted decisively" in 2014 to stay in the UK in a "once in a generation choice".
A UK Government spokesman said: "These claims are nonsense. We have worked extensively with the Scottish Government throughout the Brexit process and we will continue to do so.
"It is disappointing the Scottish Government continue to simply oppose Brexit rather than engage with us constructively.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Residential development at Dumbarton stadium given the green light

Plans to develop car park land around Dumbarton Football Club ’ s Castle Road stadium have been given the green light by council officials .
The proposals , brought forward by the club ’ s majority shareholders Brabco 736 , were submitted to West Dunbartonshire Council earlier this year , and would see a housing development built in two phases to the east and north ends of the ground .
In the first phase of work five villa style homes behind the goal at the home end of the ground before the development of 32 apartments across two blocks opposite @ @ @ @ @ @ @ despite the planning application stating that the homes would be built on a site that is at known risk of flooding .
Companies House documentation shows that security over the land where the development could be built is held by the club ’ s former owner , Neil Rankine , who formally resigned as a director in 2006 .
The plans were approved despite two objections , with one questioning how the football club would cope with the loss of car parking and the potential impact this could have on residents living on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on match days .
Speaking about the planned development Sons ’ vice-chairman Colin Hosie said : “ Our active concern as a club is to secure our own future and also to work in close and cordial partnership with our neighbours , the local community and everyone who has the interests of the town at heart .
“ The fine details of this particular planning application are a matter for our owners , in whose name it has been made .
“ Our desire as Dumbarton FC is naturally to see financial and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and interested parties.
” The club 's owners previously applied to West Dunbartonshire Council to move the football stadium to a new site at Young ’ s Farm in Renton .
This was rejected with any prospective move now on hold until applications for the 2024 local development plan open in 2021 .
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Plans to develop car park land around Dumbarton Football Club’s Castle Road stadium have been given the green light by council officials.
The proposals, brought forward by the club’s majority shareholders Brabco 736, were submitted to West Dunbartonshire Council earlier this year, and would see a housing development built in two phases to the east and north ends of the ground.
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In the first phase of work five villa style homes behind the goal at the home end of the ground before the development of 32 apartments across two blocks opposite the club’s single stand, despite the planning application stating that the homes would be built on a site that is at known risk of flooding.
Companies House documentation shows that security over the land where the development could be built is held by the club’s former owner, Neil Rankine, who formally resigned as a director in 2006.
The plans were approved despite two objections, with one questioning how the football club would cope with the loss of car parking and the potential impact this could have on residents living on Castle Road which can already become congested on match days.
Speaking about the planned development Sons’ vice-chairman Colin Hosie said: “Our active concern as a club is to secure our own future and also to work in close and cordial partnership with our neighbours, the local community and everyone who has the interests of the town at heart.
“The fine details of this particular planning application are a matter for our owners, in whose name it has been made.
“Our desire as Dumbarton FC is naturally to see financial and development solutions that work for all stakeholders and interested parties.”
The club's owners previously applied to West Dunbartonshire Council to move the football stadium to a new site at Young’s Farm in Renton.
This was rejected with any prospective move now on hold until applications for the 2024 local development plan open in 2021.
For more local news from West Dunbartonshire click here .


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Hero Scots shop workers save customer's life when he has cardiac arrest at checkout

Quick-thinking staff at a shop in West Lothian saved a man 's life after he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest .
Vicki Gedik , Carol Keenan and Fiona Maxwell work at the Scotmid store in Pumpherston and raced into action after the man collapsed .
Vicki , from Dedridge , Livingston , said : “ Fiona was the supervisor on duty and Carol and myself were behind the till .
“ The man collapsed against the glass cabinets next to the checkout , right next to the gentleman I was serving .
I shouted on Carol and we went round @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ He was breathing at first but we realised a minute later that he had stopped breathing and we put him onto his back .
By then Carol was sitting next to me on the floor on the phone to the ambulance service .
“ My stomach muscles were hurting from doing the chest compressions on him but I kept going and was still doing the CPR when the ambulance staff arrived .
They were really quick and arrived in under 10 minutes .
“ The ambulance had two paramedics and another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
They were in the shop for about 45 minutes in total .
“ It took them a while to get him talking and responsive but once they did he was put on to a trolley and taken straight out.
” The man was transferred to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary after the Christmas Eve incident , where he received further treatment on his way to a full recovery .
The staff knew the man as a local from their shop , but did not know his name .
Amazingly , once the emergency @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shift .
Vicki said : “ The man had no identification that we could find .
When the police arrived they must have found something as they contacted his wife .
“ I am not sure who the locals really are because I live in Dedridge but I knew the man ’ s face from coming into the shop .
He is an older man and I could tell you what he usually buys but not his name .
“ We had temporarily shut the shop and once everyone left we put the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ us a good 20 minutes to get ourselves back together and clean up the mess from the fall .
“ Then we got right back on with our shift .
I don ’ t think we realised right away what we had done but it sunk in after a few days .
“ The family have been very thankful and the gentleman himself has been back in the shop .
“ He looked healthy and on the road to recovery .
We were overwhelmed by the family ’ s response.
” • Do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in touch via our Facebook , Twitter or email , reporters @ dailyrecord.co.uk

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Quick-thinking staff at a shop in West Lothian saved a man's life after he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest.
Vicki Gedik, Carol Keenan and Fiona Maxwell work at the Scotmid store in Pumpherston and raced into action after the man collapsed.
Vicki, from Dedridge, Livingston , said: “Fiona was the supervisor on duty and Carol and myself were behind the till.
“The man collapsed against the glass cabinets next to the checkout, right next to the gentleman I was serving. I shouted on Carol and we went round and got him into the recovery position.
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“He was breathing at first but we realised a minute later that he had stopped breathing and we put him onto his back. By then Carol was sitting next to me on the floor on the phone to the ambulance service.
“My stomach muscles were hurting from doing the chest compressions on him but I kept going and was still doing the CPR when the ambulance staff arrived. They were really quick and arrived in under 10 minutes.
“The ambulance had two paramedics and another one came soon after in a car. They were in the shop for about 45 minutes in total.
“It took them a while to get him talking and responsive but once they did he was put on to a trolley and taken straight out.”
The man was transferred to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary after the Christmas Eve incident, where he received further treatment on his way to a full recovery.
The staff knew the man as a local from their shop, but did not know his name.
Amazingly, once the emergency services left the women continued with their shift.
Vicki said: “The man had no identification that we could find. When the police arrived they must have found something as they contacted his wife.
“I am not sure who the locals really are because I live in Dedridge but I knew the man’s face from coming into the shop. He is an older man and I could tell you what he usually buys but not his name.
“We had temporarily shut the shop and once everyone left we put the kettle straight on.
“It took us a good 20 minutes to get ourselves back together and clean up the mess from the fall.
“Then we got right back on with our shift. I don’t think we realised right away what we had done but it sunk in after a few days.
“The family have been very thankful and the gentleman himself has been back in the shop.
“He looked healthy and on the road to recovery. We were overwhelmed by the family’s response.”


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Kirkcudbright hotelier Chris Walker named as Deputy Lord Lieutenant of the Stewartry

A Kirkcudbright hotelier has been named as a new Deputy Lord Lieutenant of the Stewartry .
Chris Walker has been appointed to the role by Lord Lieutenant Patsy Gilroy .
He has owned and run the Selkirk Arms in Kirkcudbright with wife Sue since 2006 and the couple live in Gatehouse of Fleet , while daughter Lisa is an auxiliary nurse in Carlisle .
He initially worked for Trust House Forte Hotels before taking on the Creebridge Hotel in Newton Stewart in 1989 .
Chris has been a board member of Wigtown District Tourist Association and chairman of the Dumfries @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was a food presenter for BBC Radio 2 and host of Border TV ’ s Spoon with a View .
In grateful thanks for a heart operation that was “ life-changing ” , Chris cycled from Kirkcudbright to John O ’ Groats in 2018 to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation .
Lord Lieutenant , Patsy Gilroy , said : “ I ’ m delighted that Chris has agreed to become one of my Deputy Lieutenants .
I know he will bring a wealth of local knowledge and experience to the position @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enthusiasm .
“ I look forward to his input and his innovative ideas for promoting the work of the Lieutenancy in the Stewartry .
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A Kirkcudbright hotelier has been named as a new Deputy Lord Lieutenant of the Stewartry.
Chris Walker has been appointed to the role by Lord Lieutenant Patsy Gilroy.
He has owned and run the Selkirk Arms in Kirkcudbright with wife Sue since 2006 and the couple live in Gatehouse of Fleet, while daughter Lisa is an auxiliary nurse in Carlisle.
He initially worked for Trust House Forte Hotels before taking on the Creebridge Hotel in Newton Stewart in 1989.
Chris has been a board member of Wigtown District Tourist Association and chairman of the Dumfries and Galloway Hoteliers’ Association. He was a food presenter for BBC Radio 2 and host of Border TV’s Spoon with a View.
In grateful thanks for a heart operation that was “life-changing”, Chris cycled from Kirkcudbright to John O’Groats in 2018 to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation.
Lord Lieutenant, Patsy Gilroy, said: “I’m delighted that Chris has agreed to become one of my Deputy Lieutenants. I know he will bring a wealth of local knowledge and experience to the position as well as a huge amount of enthusiasm.
“I look forward to his input and his innovative ideas for promoting the work of the Lieutenancy in the Stewartry.”


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Yob tried to head-butt and bite police officer after being caught with hammer

A Motherwell yob tried to headbutt and bite a police officer after he was spotted carrying a weapon .
Aaron Pritchard , 20 , of Alexander Path , appeared from custody at Hamilton Sheriff Court last week .
He admitted unlawful possession of a hammer in Bellshill Road , Motherwell , on June 3 .
The court heard he was detained after police on patrol saw him shouting at someone while holding a hammer .
Pritchard has previous convictions for carrying weapons , but defence agent Diarmid Bruce said he wants to change his ways .
Mr Bruce stated : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from an early age and there are a number of other issues , not all of his own making .
“ He wants to change , but he faces distractions and reverts to type .
“ He is very upset at the situations he gets himself into.
” Sheriff Thomas Millar expressed concern at Pritchard ’ s record , particularly for carrying weapons .
He noted that the accused had spent more than five months in custody since his arrest in June – the equivalent of an 11-month sentence .
The sheriff sentenced @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .

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A Motherwell yob tried to headbutt and bite a police officer after he was spotted carrying a weapon.
Aaron Pritchard, 20, of Alexander Path, appeared from custody at Hamilton Sheriff Court last week.
He admitted unlawful possession of a hammer in Bellshill Road, Motherwell, on June 3.
Pritchard also admitted threatening police officers and assaulting PC Linda Wood.
The court heard he was detained after police on patrol saw him shouting at someone while holding a hammer.
Pritchard has previous convictions for carrying weapons, but defence agent Diarmid Bruce said he wants to change his ways.
Mr Bruce stated: “He has had a drug problem from an early age and there are a number of other issues, not all of his own making.
“He wants to change, but he faces distractions and reverts to type.
“He is very upset at the situations he gets himself into.”
Sheriff Thomas Millar expressed concern at Pritchard’s record, particularly for carrying weapons.
He noted that the accused had spent more than five months in custody since his arrest in June – the equivalent of an 11-month sentence.
The sheriff sentenced him to a further two months detention.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Newmains florist thanked for celebrating our unsung heroes in flowers comp

They have been putting smiles on people ’ s faces throughout the year .
And the Wishaw Press would like to thank Catherine Allen , Yvonne Brodie and the rest of the Pixie ’ s Petals team for their partnership in our Say it with Flowers competition .
Since it was launched in August last year , we have been inundated with entries and the stories of unsung heroes across our community who really go the extra mile for their families and local groups .
Wishaw Press editor Kenny Barr said : “ The community spirit in and around Wishaw @ @ @ @ @ @ @ am amazed at the stories our readers tell us .
“ I ’ m grateful to everyone who gets in touch and to the team at Pixie ’ s Petals for their fantastic support.
” We have had some well-deserved winners of some beautiful bouquets in 2019 .
Millie spent all her pocket money on other people , from buying toiletries to make up care packages for charities to donating food to homeless people and was nominated by her proud grandmother Andrea Harris .
Appreciative parent Leeann Reynolds nominated St Aidan ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ help and support she has given the children in the learning and communication support centre ( LCSC ) .
Lauren was also the driving force behind setting up St Aidan ’ s Shining Stars , a charity founded to raise £60,000 to build a sensory garden for autistic children at the school .
Shelley Townsley , who lives in Coltness , was nominated after giving one of her kidneys to help big sister Pamela , who had been forced onto dialysis to keep her alive .
We caught up with both sisters at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ days after the successful operation .
After enjoying a few days off for Christmas , the Pixie ’ s team were back hard at work right up until Hogmanay as the orders kept coming in .
Catherine said : “ Congratulations to all of the lucky winners .
“ It has been a real pleasure to be part of the competition .
“ We would also like to thank all of customers who continue to support us .
We hope they all enjoyed a very Merry Christmas and have a great 2020 .
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They have been putting smiles on people’s faces throughout the year.
And the Wishaw Press would like to thank Catherine Allen, Yvonne Brodie and the rest of the Pixie’s Petals team for their partnership in our Say it with Flowers competition.
Since it was launched in August last year, we have been inundated with entries and the stories of unsung heroes across our community who really go the extra mile for their families and local groups.
Wishaw Press editor Kenny Barr said: “The community spirit in and around Wishaw is incredible and week after week I am amazed at the stories our readers tell us.
“I’m grateful to everyone who gets in touch and to the team at Pixie’s Petals for their fantastic support.”
We have had some well-deserved winners of some beautiful bouquets in 2019.
They included kind-hearted Wishaw kid Millie Robertson.
Millie spent all her pocket money on other people, from buying toiletries to make up care packages for charities to donating food to homeless people and was nominated by her proud grandmother Andrea Harris.
Appreciative parent Leeann Reynolds nominated St Aidan’s Primary School teacher Lauren Donnelly for the help and support she has given the children in the learning and communication support centre (LCSC).
Lauren was also the driving force behind setting up St Aidan’s Shining Stars, a charity founded to raise £60,000 to build a sensory garden for autistic children at the school.
Shelley Townsley, who lives in Coltness, was nominated after giving one of her kidneys to help big sister Pamela, who had been forced onto dialysis to keep her alive.
We caught up with both sisters at Pamela’s home in Cleland just days after the successful operation.
After enjoying a few days off for Christmas, the Pixie’s team were back hard at work right up until Hogmanay as the orders kept coming in.
Catherine said: “Congratulations to all of the lucky winners.
“It has been a real pleasure to be part of the competition.
“We would also like to thank all of customers who continue to support us. We hope they all enjoyed a very Merry Christmas and have a great 2020.”


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Wishaw band Saint PHNX preparing for massive world tour in 2020

Wishaw pop band Saint PHNX are preparing for a massive world tour this year .
Brothers Stevie and Al Jukes enjoyed a massively successful 2019 and are continuing to get even bigger with the announcement of the “ Bring A Friend ” tour .
The ex-Vigo Thieves musicians will be headlining venues all over the world in places like San Francisco , Toronto , Prague and a home town show in Glasgow .
The announcement of this massive tour comes off the back of touring across the globe with Yungblud and Lewis Capaldi last year .
Having got together in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been non-stop for the band ever since .
Having grown a loyal following around the globe , Stevie and Al have gained millions of streams on Spotify and been listened to by nearly three million people .
The band are always making it clear on social media how excited they are to be living the dream , while continuously thanking their fans for the opportunity .
While on tour with Yungblud last year , the guys posted a heartfelt post on Facebook thanking Dom ( Yungblud ) for the opportunity .
It read @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and realise where we are and how far we ’ ve come .
“ Travelling through Europe , seeing so many amazing places and meeting so many amazing people through music is a massive privilege – especially with your brother .
“ We can ’ t thank Dom enough for asking us to share these moments with him .
He talks about family every night on stage and how everyone here is part of that family .
Fans closer to home will also have the chance to catch Saint PHNX ’ s hectic @ @ @ @ @ @ @ duo will stop in at Glasgow ’ s St Luke ’ s venue in the East End on Wednesday , February 26 .
This will be the band ’ s first headline gig in Scotland in a while , and is not to be missed .
And fans can expect to hear new music at these shows , including the latest single ‘ Scream ’ .
The song was released in November 2019 and was instantly a fan favourite .
‘ Scream ’ was added to a number of global Spotify playlists and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how thankful they were on Facebook .
A post read : “ For bands like us to grow and get to the next level , we need support to get in front of all of you .
“ Totally overwhelmed and grateful for everyone getting behind this record !
For tickets to the shows go to www.saintphnx.com/tour .
You can also find Saint PHNX on all social media and streaming services to keep up to date with new music and gig announcements .

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Wishaw pop band Saint PHNX are preparing for a massive world tour this year.
Brothers Stevie and Al Jukes enjoyed a massively successful 2019 and are continuing to get even bigger with the announcement of the “Bring A Friend” tour.
The ex-Vigo Thieves musicians will be headlining venues all over the world in places like San Francisco, Toronto, Prague and a home town show in Glasgow.
The announcement of this massive tour comes off the back of touring across the globe with Yungblud and Lewis Capaldi last year.
Having got together in 2016 as Saint PHNX, it has been non-stop for the band ever since.
Having grown a loyal following around the globe, Stevie and Al have gained millions of streams on Spotify and been listened to by nearly three million people.
The band are always making it clear on social media how excited they are to be living the dream, while continuously thanking their fans for the opportunity. While on tour with Yungblud last year, the guys posted a heartfelt post on Facebook thanking Dom (Yungblud) for the opportunity.
It read: “Sometimes we need to pause and realise where we are and how far we’ve come.
“Travelling through Europe, seeing so many amazing places and meeting so many amazing people through music is a massive privilege – especially with your brother.
“We can’t thank Dom enough for asking us to share these moments with him. He talks about family every night on stage and how everyone here is part of that family.
“It’s exactly that Dom, you’re a true inspiration.
“Love you Yungblud.”
Fans closer to home will also have the chance to catch Saint PHNX’s hectic live show on this tour.
The duo will stop in at Glasgow’s St Luke’s venue in the East End on Wednesday, February 26. This will be the band’s first headline gig in Scotland in a while, and is not to be missed.
And fans can expect to hear new music at these shows, including the latest single ‘Scream’.
The song was released in November 2019 and was instantly a fan favourite.
‘Scream’ was added to a number of global Spotify playlists and Stevie and Al again made it clear how thankful they were on Facebook.
A post read: “For bands like us to grow and get to the next level, we need support to get in front of all of you.
“Totally overwhelmed and grateful for everyone getting behind this record!
“Big Love!”
For tickets to the shows go to www.saintphnx.com/tour.
You can also find Saint PHNX on all social media and streaming services to keep up to date with new music and gig announcements.


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Shotts man "truly humbled" after receiving OBE in New Year's Honours List

A Shotts man who worked in the recovery process following the Salisbury and Amesbury biological attack has been awarded an OBE in the New Year ’ s Honours List .
Dr Norman Govan , of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory ( Dstl ) , receives his OBE for his many years of expertise in the decontamination of chemical weapons , including the development of methodologies and specialist skills to safely and effectively manage the hazards arising from these agents .
His contribution was vital in the recovery process following the Salisbury and Amesbury incidents in 2018 .
Dr Govan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ technical expert – within the Chemical Biological and Radiological Division at Dstl said : “ I am truly humbled by this award .
“ I was immensely proud of what the recovery team achieved getting Salisbury and Amesbury back to normal .
“ I had the privilege to work alongside some really incredible people during the operation and I am delighted to accept this on their behalf.
” A former Allanton Primary and Calderhead High pupil , Dr Govan continued his education at Stirling and St Andrews Universities before he began working for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the border for nearly three decades , the dad-of-two still enjoys regular visits home to Shotts and his brother Stewart , who still lives in the town , couldn ’ t be more pleased by his success .
Stewart said : “ I ’ m really proud of him .
The whole family is .
“ Norman likes to keep his work life separate and enjoys spending time with his family and out on the golf course .
“ He is a very humble man but we are all thrilled for him .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we are all dotted around the country but we all know we are just a phone call away and we always try and meet up once or twice a year.
” Gary Aitkenhead , Chief Executive at Dstl added : “ I offer my sincere congratulations to Dr Govan .
It gives me great pride to see our people recognised in this prestigious way .
“ The award is a deserved recognition of his dedication , professionalism and technical excellence .
”

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A Shotts man who worked in the recovery process following the Salisbury and Amesbury biological attack has been awarded an OBE in the New Year’s Honours List.
Dr Norman Govan, of the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), receives his OBE for his many years of expertise in the decontamination of chemical weapons, including the development of methodologies and specialist skills to safely and effectively manage the hazards arising from these agents.
His contribution was vital in the recovery process following the Salisbury and Amesbury incidents in 2018.
Dr Govan, who is a fellow – a technical expert – within the Chemical Biological and Radiological Division at Dstl said: “I am truly humbled by this award.
“I was immensely proud of what the recovery team achieved getting Salisbury and Amesbury back to normal.
“I had the privilege to work alongside some really incredible people during the operation and I am delighted to accept this on their behalf.”
A former Allanton Primary and Calderhead High pupil, Dr Govan continued his education at Stirling and St Andrews Universities before he began working for the MoD.
Despite living south of the border for nearly three decades, the dad-of-two still enjoys regular visits home to Shotts and his brother Stewart, who still lives in the town, couldn’t be more pleased by his success.
Stewart said: “I’m really proud of him. The whole family is.
“Norman likes to keep his work life separate and enjoys spending time with his family and out on the golf course.
“He is a very humble man but we are all thrilled for him.
“We have quite a big family and we are all dotted around the country but we all know we are just a phone call away and we always try and meet up once or twice a year.”
Gary Aitkenhead, Chief Executive at Dstl added: “I offer my sincere congratulations to Dr Govan. It gives me great pride to see our people recognised in this prestigious way.
“The award is a deserved recognition of his dedication, professionalism and technical excellence.”


thedailyrecord--2020-01-09--Scots male rape survivor horrified by 'evil cunning' of sex beast who attacked 195 men

A Scots survivor of male rape has spoken of his horror over the “ evil ” Manchester sex predator who attacked up to 195 men .
Callum Carson was a student when he was raped 15 years ago and later battled depression as he sought to recover from his ordeal .
Like the rest of the nation , the 33-year-old was shocked to learn this week of the depraved crimes carried out by Reynhard Sinaga .
Callum encouraged Sinaga ’ s victims , many of whom haven ’ t been identified yet , to seek professional counselling .
After years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ now the happiest he ’ s been since the 2005 attack and recently became a father for the first time .
He said : “ It ’ s a long process and everyone is different , but there is light at the end of the tunnel.
” Callum , a sports reporter for the West Lothian Courier , bravely waved his anonymity five years ago to write about his rape for the Record .
On Monday it was revealed that sick Sinaga , 36 , preyed on scores of victims during a 28-month @ @ @ @ @ @ @ drunk young men back to his flat before drugging and sexually assaulting them .
Prosecutors branded him “ the most prolific rapist in British legal history ” .
Callum said : “ I was shocked and disgusted by the sheer scale of it .
“ There was such an evil cunning behind it all .
He was so calculated and manipulative , in total control of what he was doing.
” Sinaga was jailed for life with a minimum of 30 years following a conviction for 159 rapes and sexual assaults on 48 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
His targets were mainly straight men who never knew they ’ d been raped or assaulted until officers told them .
Many were left mentally traumatised and two attempted suicide .
Detectives said they haven ’ t been able to identify 70 of his victims .
Callum said : “ By drugging people , some guys might not be sure what has happened .
“ If someone sees his picture and has hazy memories , or thinks they were attacked , they should seek support through therapy from trained professionals .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with it on your own .
It took me several years to get professional help but it was the best decision I made .
“ Even talking to someone , family or friends , will help so much.
” Callum was attacked in the street on Christmas Eve .
A court later reached a verdict of not proven when the accused was brought to trial .
Despite a long fight against depression , Callum said male rape survivors can rebuild their lives .
He said : “ My daughter ’ s birth was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in perspective when she wakes up and you see a wee smile.
” Callum and wife Nicola , 29 , who live in Bathgate , West Lothian , welcomed their daughter in September .
He said speaking out in the Record in 2014 proved a “ massive help ” .
Callum said : “ It was a challenging step , but the reaction was overwhelmingly positive .
I had one negative comment out of several hundred .
“ I wanted to get the message out that you can recover to a degree with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ positive , happy life .
”

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A Scots survivor of male rape has spoken of his horror over the “evil” Manchester sex predator who attacked up to 195 men.
Callum Carson was a student when he was raped 15 years ago and later battled depression as he sought to recover from his ordeal.
Like the rest of the nation, the 33-year-old was shocked to learn this week of the depraved crimes carried out by Reynhard Sinaga.
Callum encouraged Sinaga’s victims, many of whom haven’t been identified yet, to seek professional counselling.
(Image: MEN Media)
After years of therapy, Callum said he was now the happiest he’s been since the 2005 attack and recently became a father for the first time.
He said: “It’s a long process and everyone is different, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.”
Callum, a sports reporter for the West Lothian Courier, bravely waved his anonymity five years ago to write about his rape for the Record.
On Monday it was revealed that sick Sinaga, 36, preyed on scores of victims during a 28-month reign of terror.
The monster lured drunk young men back to his flat before drugging and sexually assaulting them. Prosecutors branded him “the most prolific rapist in British legal history”.
Callum said: “I was shocked and disgusted by the sheer scale of it.
“There was such an evil cunning behind it all. He was so calculated and manipulative, in total control of what he was doing.”
Sinaga was jailed for life with a minimum of 30 years following a conviction for 159 rapes and sexual assaults on 48 men between January 2015 and May 2017.
His targets were mainly straight men who never knew they’d been raped or assaulted until officers told them. Many were left mentally traumatised and two attempted suicide.
(Image: MEN Media)
Detectives said they haven’t been able to identify 70 of his victims.
Callum said: “By drugging people, some guys might not be sure what has happened.
“If someone sees his picture and has hazy memories, or thinks they were attacked, they should seek support through therapy from trained professionals.
“It’s key not to deal with it on your own. It took me several years to get professional help but it was the best decision I made.
“Even talking to someone, family or friends, will help so much.”
(Image: David Johnstone Photography dave.johnstone@blueyonder.co.uk)
Callum was attacked in the street on Christmas Eve. A court later reached a verdict of not proven when the accused was brought to trial.
Despite a long fight against depression, Callum said male rape survivors can rebuild their lives.
He said: “My daughter’s birth was a game changer. It puts everything in perspective when she wakes up and you see a wee smile.”
Callum and wife Nicola, 29, who live in Bathgate, West Lothian, welcomed their daughter in September.
(Image: PA)
He said speaking out in the Record in 2014 proved a “massive help”.
Callum said: “It was a challenging step, but the reaction was overwhelmingly positive. I had one negative comment out of several hundred.
“I wanted to get the message out that you can recover to a degree with help and go on to have a positive, happy life.”