THE family of crash victim Jacqueline Morton said the fatal accident inquiry has been "a difficult, stressful and at times upsetting experience".

A representative for the family said, in a statement read outside Glasgow Sheriff Court: "Over the course of the last few weeks, the Fatal Accident Inquiry has heard evidence around the actions of individuals and organisations which led to the tragic events of December 22nd 2014. 

"The actions of Harry Clarke have been examined and explored in detail. The family feel that the answers that Mr Clarke could not give can be found in the evidence given by the other witnesses and documents laid before the Inquiry. 

"The Inquiry has highlighted weaknesses in the system that makes it too easy for an individual to obtain and retain a driving licence when they are not fit to drive contrary to public safety. The actions of an individual cannot be allowed to lead to a tragedy on such a scale again". 

"Nothing can undo what occurred last December, nor change the loss that we as a family have suffered but it cannot be the case that another family is standing here next year, or the year after that, because something of this nature has happened again. 

"We have heard all the evidence. It is time for Sheriff Beckett to consider it and come back with a determination. We would like to put on record our thanks to Sheriff Beckett for the way he has conducted this Fatal Accident Inquiry. 

"Above all, we remember and miss Jacqueline. A beloved Partner of John, a much loved mum of Adam and Scott, a daughter, sister, devoted grannie and a friend to all who knew her. She is sadly missed and will always be remembered."