THE woman dubbed the Queen of Garnethill has been honoured with a memorial in the Glasgow area she helped transform.

Former Evening Times Scotswoman of the Year Betty Brown died last year, aged 76, after decades of successful community campaigns.

A plaque bearing her name was unveiled in the Multicultural Halls she created to help break cultural barriers.

Hundreds of people, including family, senior police officers, politicians, and the area's Chinese community, gathered to pay tribute to Betty.

There are also plans to rename an area in Garnethill in her memory.

The plaque was unveiled by Chief Superintendent David Christie, of Strathclyde Police.

He said: "Betty Brown was a powerhouse for anything to do with the community and beyond.

"Most of what the Crime Prevention Panel and Community Council have achieved in this area was down to her.

"She is sorely missed but the people in the area are determined to build on her good work."

Betty spearheaded a number of campaigns for a park, a play area, a community shop and the multi-ethnic hall.

She also campaigned on road safety for children, organised litter clear-ups and galvanised locals into fun days and social activities.

Garnethill Park, once a rubbish tip, is one of her lasting legacies.

Her daughter Elizabeth Dignan, 55, said her mother's achievements had inspired the whole family to carry on campaigning on her behalf.

She said "I feel very proud. She was a remarkable woman and a brilliant mother who made time for everyone.

"She inspired us all to do community work."

Elizabeth was joined by sister Carole Brown, brothers Jimmy and Kenny, and some of Betty's nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.