GLASGOW is facing an "epidemic" of alcohol problems, according to a support service organiser.

Alcohol Information Service is marking its 10th birthday with a relaunch but project co- ordinator Ian McLaughlin warned there is still a great deal of work to do.

He said AIS is the only drop-in activity based service in Glasgow, making it a one-off for trying to help those with alcohol problems.

Up to a dozen people visit the centre, based in Redcastle Square, Garthamlock, each day and Mr McLaughlin said he sees no sign of demand going down.

He said: "The need for our service is definitely increasing. There's going to be an epidemic and there are too few services in Glasgow. They need to be putting services in place as soon as possible."

AIS's information and advice is available to people ages 16 to 60 with the centre open from 9am to 2pm, Monday to Friday.