Chinese surveillance cameras at UofG linked to human rights abuse allegations and security fears
The Glasgow Guardian has identified at least 49 CCTV cameras inside a Glasgow University building which were manufactured by the Chinese state-owned surveillance company Hikvision. Blacklisted by the US government since 2019, Hikvision has faced long-standing allegations of aiding
Glasgow University students mourn the killing of alumni Dima Alhaj in Gaza
University spends £93 million on student accommodation with 87.8% occupancy rate
“The war has consumed my entire life”: University of Glasgow students call for a ceasefire as the humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens
#StopRosebank: Scottish oilfield approval exacerbates the global energy crisis
“Our future feels like it is being stolen from us”, Meg tells me in front of the UK Government building in Edinburgh. Her words echo the frustration and despair of over a hundred protesters, who gathered on a rainy autumn afternoon to denounce the UK’s decision to approve the Rosebank oil field.
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MSP raises fears over cuts to buses to Silverburn and Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Anas Sarwar hits out at Glasgow LEZ roll-out 'incompetence'
The LEZ, which aims to protect public health by excluding the most polluting vehicles from the city centre, has been met with mixed responses.
Sheku Bayoh inquiry chair 'welcomes' Police Scotland's racism admission
Sheku Bayoh inquiry chair Alastair Campbell – termed Lord Bracadale, “welcomed” the statement and said: “The Sheku Bayoh Inquiry was set up to examine the events surrounding the death of Mr Bayoh, including whether race was a factor in those events.
“I look forward to
Racism, sexism, and misogyny 'a reality in Police Scotland', top officer admits
"Publicly acknowledging these issues exist institutionally is essential to our absolute commitment to championing equality and becoming an anti-racist service.
"Prejudice and bad behaviour within policing, as highlighted by court and conduct cases, various independent r
UofG students react to First Minister’s resignation
The Glasgow University students interviewed on the day of her resignation expressed a variety of emotions, ranging from shock and sympathy to frustration and disappointment. A student from Wales remarked: “It’s quite sad to see her go, but I also kind of u
“Not in our name”: Students launch campaign against UofG’s fossil fuel and arms investments
The Glasgow Guardian spoke to dozens of protesters at the rally, who expres
“Women, Life, Freedom”: Fighting for Iran’s future from the streets of Glasgow
Since 16 September, widespread anti-government demonstrations have erupted
How the Queen’s death divided Scottish public opinion
“Sticking plasters over the cracks of a broken system”: in conversation with the NUS Scotland president
With regards to the housing crisis, which has seen UofG students paying extortionate rents, living in emergency accommodation, sofa surfing, and commuting from Stirling and Edinburgh, Ellie Gomersall told The Glasgow Guardian: “What we really need to se
Coping with Mother’s Day when grieving the loss of your own
Standing all alone in the brightly-lit aisle, the world around me seems to pass by in
Hundreds in Scotland protest against the Russian invasion of Ukraine
UofG students support the strikes
The majority of students who took part in the survey supported the strikes, with 75% of students fully supporting the strike action. Despite overall expressions of support for the strike action in a survey conducted by The Glasgow Guardian, only a third of respondents said they wouldn't cross the picket line be it to at
George Square protesters demand action to oppose the increasing cost of living
The protests were organised in the wake of a recent Ofgem announcement which sees the largest-ever increase in the UK’s energy price cap by 54 percent. Moreover, in
How to save the world, one step at a time
Unfortunately, our impact is significantly limited by the upsetting reality that just 100 companies – including the UK-based BP, Shell, a
Buchanan Street demonstration calls for UK immigration reform
Thousands take to the streets for Fridays for Future Glasgow
The protest highlighted diverse voices, including indigenous climate activists from the Global South. Almost all of the speeches in George Square were given by