A POLICE probe has been launched after sectarian graffiti was sprayed on two properties in Glasgow's East End.
City boozer Bar 67, which is a popular haunt for Celtic fans, and Cairde na hEireann's headquarters in the Gallowgate were targeted by vandals who sprayed the sectarian acronyms 'KAT' AND 'UVF'.
The Evening Times understands the term means 'Kill all Taigs' and 'Ulster Volunteer Force'.
Taig is a derogatory term used to refer to Irish Catholics.
A spokesman for Cairde na hEireann, which is a republican organisation in Scotland, has slammed the graffiti.
A statement said: "To the mindless bigots that decided to vandalise our shop, and nearby Bar 67, we ask, what you think your actions may have achieved?
"What you have done is highlight what we already know, in that anti Irish racism is very much still alive in Scotland.
"Anti Irish racism is an issue which we have vigorously campaigned against over the years, despite the issue being played down by many. Acts like this just go to show that we were right to highlight it in the past and will be right to highlight and campaign against it in the future.
"This type of mindless activity does nothing to deter us and in will in fact only serve to make us stronger."
The Evening Times understands the area is monitored with CCTV and it is hoped this will lead to catching those responsible.
A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "It was 9.30am on Tuesday, June 26, police received a report of sectarian graffiti sprayed on two properties in the Gallowgate, Bar 67 and Cairde na hEireann shop. Enquiries are ongoing."
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