GLASGOW has hosted Scotland's first same-sex marriage to be converted from a civil partnership.

Clarkston couple Scott and David Barclay made history when they became a married couple at 8.45am yesterday, following their civil partnership in 2007.

Gay couples who are not currently in a civil partnership will have to wait until Hogmanay to tie the knot.

But those who are can now convert their partnership to marriage as of yesterday, December 16.

Bank manager Scott, 34, said he was "thrilled" that he and David are married, and their relationship is now "seen as truly equal in the eyes of the law."

"We are very proud to be part of this historic change and want to thank the Equality Network, the Scottish Government and all those who spoke out and fought for our equality.

"This is hugely personal for us as despite being in a committed relationship for nearly 11 years, paying our taxes and making an equal contribution to society, we have always been very aware that we were not offered the same treatment or respect, and have until now been denied the equal right to get married just like our straight friends and family.

"What a way to end such a momentous year for Scotland than to be one step closer to achieving full equality for LGBTI people."

Friends and family gathered for the ceremony and showered the couple with confetti outside the marriage suites.

Equality Network and Scottish Government Minister Marco Biagi MSP alos joined the couple to celebrate.

Mr Biagi said he was "very proud" to have witnessed the first marriage conversion, and said: "There is no doubt this has been an excellent year for equality in Scotland

"I am absolutely delighted that same-sex couples will now have the same rights to be married as everyone else. This is another very important day for everyone in Scotland and sends a very clear message to the rest of the world about how we view equality."