Cash seized form criminals is to be reinvested in the fight against serious organised crime under a new funding package announced by the Scottish Government. The money will be used to further boost the recovery of assets from criminals and will see the establishment of a new Cash Seizure Unit in Strathclyde.

The money will also go towards the recruitment of a further 19 financial investigators across Strathclyde, Tayside and Lothian police forces, who have agreed to match fund the investment bringing the overall new investment to one million pounds over the next two years.

The Scottish Government has today announced that an extra £500k will be made available to Glasgow in order to increase the provision of Gaelic in Glasgow.

The extra funding will be used to renovate classrooms and increase sport provision at the Glasgow Gaelic School.

Since moving to its new premises in 2006 the Glasgow Gaelic School has seen a huge increase in student numbers from Glasgow and throughout the central belt of Scotland as the demand for Gaelic education has grown.

SNP MEP Alyn Smith, Glasgow SNP MSP Sandra White and Councillor George Roberts teamed up on Friday to throw their weight behind a mental health charity based in Glasgow’s West-End.

The Coach House Trust based at Belmont Lane, Kelvinbridge, aims to challenge the economic and social exclusion of adults who are recovering from problems associated with mental health, addiction and learning difficulties. The Coach House gives these individuals focus and opportunities to gain skills, and be part of a warm community environment.

Gardening and wood carving are just a few of the skills used to encourage individuals to discover their talents and train for a job suited to their capabilities and temperaments. The Coach House Trust shop on Great Western Road showcases the work by volunteers in carving, polishing and in the restoration of furniture. At the same time, the project is a highly successful community recycling and local environment organisation. 

Sandra White MSP for the Glasgow Region has welcomed today's announcement that half a million pounds will be provided for repairs and to improve access at St Andrew's Cathedral in Glasgow.

The iconic building, which was originally built as a Roman Catholic Chapel and was the first to be built in Glasgow following the reformation is considered to be one of the finest examples of Neo Gothic architecture in Glasgow.

Commenting on the award Ms White said: "Glasgow has some of the finest architecture in the world and St Andrew's Cathedral with its central position and unique history is one of these jewels. This award will be well received and will further cement the Cathedral's position as a focal point for both worshippers and visitors to Glasgow alike.