Posted by: jim, Glasgow on 11:13am Mon 19 May 08
A transport system tram,trains etc for a metropolitan city would be nice legacy.
A transport system tram,trains etc for a metropolitan city would be nice legacy.
Posted by: Sydney Meriwether, At home on 11:15am Mon 19 May 08
I've just one question for Mr Purcell: how many full-page adverts do you think you will have to take out in commonwealth country newspapers to apologise to people for the conduct of Glasgow sports' fan during the 2014 Diddy Games?
I've just one question for Mr Purcell: how many full-page adverts do you think you will have to take out in commonwealth country newspapers to apologise to people for the conduct of Glasgow sports' fan during the 2014 Diddy Games?
Posted by: Stewie Griffin, Glasgow on 12:05pm Mon 19 May 08
Have your say? Aye, sure. Okay then, it's a total waste of money. And the only legacy it will leave is millions of pounds worth of debt to the Glasgow tax payer.
But then, La Purcell won't be in the council in 2014, he'll be watching from his comfy office in the Scottish Parliament.
Have your say? Aye, sure. Okay then, it's a total waste of money. And the only legacy it will leave is millions of pounds worth of debt to the Glasgow tax payer.
But then, La Purcell won't be in the council in 2014, he'll be watching from his comfy office in the Scottish Parliament.
Posted by: glamkitty, Glasgow on 4:03pm Mon 19 May 08
I'm with Stewie...
Posted by: glasgae, Glasgow on 6:15pm Mon 19 May 08
seriously, could you guys possibly be anymore negative about your own city?! To move Glasgow on we need to re-invent the name/reputation/prof
ile of the city, to do this you need to events, tourism, infrastructure, facilities. A train line is being opened up, a velodrome and indoor arena is being built, a games village later to be converted into housing is taking place. An area of Glasgow that is desperately in need of facilites and cash injection is getting it. Above all it is a chance for thousands of people who probably never would to visit Glasgow and put to bed so many of the myths about our city that just aren't true or have long since gone. Glasgow has its problems like EVERY UK city, but it has many great attributes and people too. If we want to really change this city and take it forward these are the kind of events that can really allow you to do it. I just find it sad that we have an opportunity to really embrace an event to raise Glasgow's profile but people who have an issue with the city council are willing for the Games to be a failure. Get over your issue with GCC, i am far from being a champion of the cause of GCC, but get over that and see this is a games that could really bring life and positivity back to Glasgow. As for Sydney's comments re Glasgow sports fans, well, it is an isolated incident and Scottish fans have been praised in many sports and countries for their behaviour and spirit so I am very confident the behaviour and atmosphere in 2014 will be superb, besides football isn't part of the Games let alone the old firm so i fail to see what relevance that has!
seriously, could you guys possibly be anymore negative about your own city?! To move Glasgow on we need to re-invent the name/reputation/prof
ile of the city, to do this you need to events, tourism, infrastructure, facilities. A train line is being opened up, a velodrome and indoor arena is being built, a games village later to be converted into housing is taking place. An area of Glasgow that is desperately in need of facilites and cash injection is getting it. Above all it is a chance for thousands of people who probably never would to visit Glasgow and put to bed so many of the myths about our city that just aren't true or have long since gone. Glasgow has its problems like EVERY UK city, but it has many great attributes and people too. If we want to really change this city and take it forward these are the kind of events that can really allow you to do it. I just find it sad that we have an opportunity to really embrace an event to raise Glasgow's profile but people who have an issue with the city council are willing for the Games to be a failure. Get over your issue with GCC, i am far from being a champion of the cause of GCC, but get over that and see this is a games that could really bring life and positivity back to Glasgow. As for Sydney's comments re Glasgow sports fans, well, it is an isolated incident and Scottish fans have been praised in many sports and countries for their behaviour and spirit so I am very confident the behaviour and atmosphere in 2014 will be superb, besides football isn't part of the Games let alone the old firm so i fail to see what relevance that has!
Posted by: Kerry, Renfrew on 6:55pm Mon 19 May 08
I agree with "glasgae", why the negativity? I ran the women’s 10k yesterday and was proud of the way my home city managed to host the biggest all female 10k in the country. The event showcases Glasgow's ability to cater for 12,000 runners as well as spectators whilst raising millions for hugely worthwhile charities - tell me do you think this is yet another drain on the Glasgow tax payer....? I think NOT! Furthermore, can we get off the ill behaved fans in Manchester band wagon please - I absolutely DO NOT condone any violent behaviour however, what about the 199,000 fans like myself who took time out to travel and behaved impeccably. The 2014 Games will provide excellent opportunities not just for our young sport stars of the future but for the regeneration of Glasgow. In addition, we have the chance to show the World that despite being a small nation, Scotland has immense spirit and hospitality. So come on people, let's direct all energies into some positive support and make sure Glasgow and Scotland makes 2014 the best Commonwealth Games yet.
I agree with "glasgae", why the negativity? I ran the women’s 10k yesterday and was proud of the way my home city managed to host the biggest all female 10k in the country. The event showcases Glasgow's ability to cater for 12,000 runners as well as spectators whilst raising millions for hugely worthwhile charities - tell me do you think this is yet another drain on the Glasgow tax payer....? I think NOT! Furthermore, can we get off the ill behaved fans in Manchester band wagon please - I absolutely DO NOT condone any violent behaviour however, what about the 199,000 fans like myself who took time out to travel and behaved impeccably. The 2014 Games will provide excellent opportunities not just for our young sport stars of the future but for the regeneration of Glasgow. In addition, we have the chance to show the World that despite being a small nation, Scotland has immense spirit and hospitality. So come on people, let's direct all energies into some positive support and make sure Glasgow and Scotland makes 2014 the best Commonwealth Games yet.
Posted by: azg, Glasgow. on 8:01pm Mon 19 May 08
" ... It presents Scotland with great opportunities to raise our sights as a nation ...".
Oh really? No, some sporty people will have fun running around in circles or jumping over hurdles, some construction companies will make a lot of money, and the rest of us really find it of no interest or relevance at all.
Building a "velodrome", for goodness sake! Of what use? Make it easier and safer for us actually to cycle as part of normal everyday life, then we might have a healthier Glasgow. Not quite so headline-grabbing as this Commonwealth Games thing, of course.
" ... It presents Scotland with great opportunities to raise our sights as a nation ...".
Oh really? No, some sporty people will have fun running around in circles or jumping over hurdles, some construction companies will make a lot of money, and the rest of us really find it of no interest or relevance at all.
Building a "velodrome", for goodness sake! Of what use? Make it easier and safer for us actually to cycle as part of normal everyday life, then we might have a healthier Glasgow. Not quite so headline-grabbing as this Commonwealth Games thing, of course.
Posted by: fatzdomingo, Glasgow on 8:34am Tue 20 May 08
All accommodation blocks turned over for not-with profit social rent. All sports facilities retained for free use by schools and citizens of Glasgow. If I'm paying for it, and I am, then NOBODY is going to make a commercial private penny from it!
All accommodation blocks turned over for not-with profit social rent. All sports facilities retained for free use by schools and citizens of Glasgow. If I'm paying for it, and I am, then NOBODY is going to make a commercial private penny from it!
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