THE headteacher of a Glasgow primary school has paid tribute to a "lovely" 10-year-old girl who died suddenly.

The Glasgow Gaelic School pupil, who suffered from asthma and has not been named, is thought to have died in her sleep.

Letters were sent out to families and the school will be holding short assemblies across year groups to offer support to pupils with education psychological services on hand to provide counselling.

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The little girl was a pupil at the Berkeley Street campus in the city's West End.

Donalda McComb, headteacher of the school said: “We were very lucky to have such a lovely girl in our school. 

"She was popular with her peers and staff and worked so hard to do of her best in class. 

"She will be much missed and we offer sincere condolences to her family."