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Edinburgh city centre transformed for the Festival Fringe before tourists descend

Exciting pictures show the transformation of locations such as Bristo Square and George Square as contractors begin to create the outdoor bars and venues.

Edinburgh Live · Jun 29, 2022

When 'Glasgow's Beatles' escaped George Square riot via secret City Chambers tunnel

Riot police were called to George Square in 1965 as the city's most popular beat group appeared on stage in front of 7,000 hysterical teenage fans.

Glasgow Live · Jun 27, 2022

Glasgow thugs hunted as probe into mass George Square brawl rages on

Officers found two men, aged 20 and 22, lying on the ground in George Square with serious head injuries and both were rushed to Glasgow Royal Infirmary for treatment.

Glasgow Live · Jun 14, 2022

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Cost of Glasgow City Council's George Square preparation for Europa League final revealed

THE cost of Glasgow City Council’s safety preparations for George Square during Rangers’ Europa League Final has been revealed.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 9, 2022

Scots mum hit police officer with glass bottle during Rangers title party

Stephanie Donaldson, 30, hurled it at an unknown officer who formed part of a cordon in Glasgow city centre's George Square on May 15, 2021.

Daily Record · Jun 7, 2022

Rangers title party shame as Ayrshire mum launches glass bottle at a police officer

Stephanie Donaldson, 30, hurled a glass bottle at an officer who formed part of a cordon in Glasgow city centre’s George Square on May 15, 2021, writes Connor Gordon.

Daily Record · Jun 7, 2022

Glasgow bans traffic from George Square permanently with start date set next month

Spaces for People measures introduced during the pandemic are set to stay, to help make the area more inviting for residents and visitors.

Glasgow Live · May 20, 2022

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Metal fences erected to protect Glasgow’s George Square ahead of Europa final

Thousands of fans are expected to flock to city centre if Gers triumph and council chiefs are eager to avoid repeat of last May's destruction.

Daily Record · May 18, 2022

Here's how to view Glasgow's live George Square camera during Seville match

THE "HEART of Glasgow" can be watched live on the city council's website.

The National (Scotland) · May 18, 2022

Glasgow council remove George Square benches ahead of Rangers celebrations

Glasgow City Council has removed memorial benches and fenced off statues and flower beds in George Square ahead of possible mass gatherings by Rangers fans.

Glasgow Live · May 18, 2022

Glasgow prepped for Rangers celebrations as benches removed and fences put up

GLASGOW'S George Square is being prepared for potential celebrations ahead of significant Rangers matches this week.

The National (Scotland) · May 18, 2022

Pro-independence supporters take part in march through Glasgow

Organisers All Under One Banner claimed that some 5,000 people had taken part in its latest demonstration, which saw campaigners walk from Kelvingrove Park to George Square in the city centre.

Glasgow Live · May 14, 2022

Thousands of Celtic fans descend on Glasgow Cross to celebrate title win

Police are urging motorists to avoid the George Square area as thousands of Celtic supporters gather in the city to celebrate their Scottish Premiership win.

Glasgow Live · May 14, 2022

In pictures: Hundreds take part in All Under One Banner March

HUNDREDS of people have gathered in Glasgow today to take part in a major independence march and rally.

The National (Scotland) · May 14, 2022

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The National (Scotland) · May 12, 2022

Everything you need to know about Saturday's AUOB march in Glasgow

THE Yes movement is massing in Glasgow this weekend for a major independence march and rally.

Glasgow Live · May 5, 2022

All the Glasgow road closures as Race for Life set to turn city streets into a sea of pink

Glasgow Race for Life will see 6,000 men, women and children pulling on their running shoes - and pink gear - to raise life-saving funds for Cancer Research UK.

Glasgow Live · Apr 16, 2022

Refugee campaigners to stage Say No To Offshore Detention protest in Glasgow's George Square

Groups are to demonstrate in the city centre against "cruel and immoral" plans to send asylum seekers crossing the Channel thousands of miles away to Rwanda.

The Independent UK · Apr 7, 2022

Ukrainian at Edinburgh vigil urges people to remember conflict

Staff, students and people from across the Scottish capital gathered in George Square for a vigil led by the University of Edinburgh.

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Glasgow Live · Apr 2, 2022

Glasgow George Square protest held over cost of living crisis

A protest has been held in George Square as people voice their fury at the soaring cost of living in Scotland. Thousands of households face being plunged into poverty due to the price hike.

Daily Record · Apr 2, 2022

Cost of living crisis demo in Glasgow as protesters blast 'appalling' price hike

Protesters have gathered in George Square on Saturday afternoon as thousands of households across the country face being plunged into poverty.

Glasgow Live · Apr 1, 2022

Glasgow George Square cost of living protest to take place this weekend

The Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) and People's Assembly have called for the rally at George Square on Saturday April May 2 to protest at the lifting of the energy cap.

Glasgow Live · Mar 28, 2022

Thousands gather at George Square to sing for world peace amid Ukraine crisis

In a video shared by Sancta Familia Media, there looks to be around 2000 people singing Ave Maria as the sun set in the Square.

Glasgow Live · Mar 5, 2022

More than 1,600 Glaswegians sign petition to waive visa requirements for Ukrainian refugees

The petition urges the UK Government to waive visa requirements for Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian military invasion. Hundreds of Glaswegians have also shown their support for Ukraine at demonstrations in George Square.

Glasgow Live · Mar 4, 2022

Glasgow residents have one more week to have say on George Square's future

The council is holding a consultation to decide how the city's main civic space should look, which includes whether private cars should be banned and if statues should be moved.

Glasgow Live · Feb 25, 2022

Ukrainians living in Glasgow speak out against Russia's invasion of their homeland

Glasgow Live spoke to some of the Ukrainians who gathered in George Square yesterday to denounce the invasion and voice their anger. Here is what they had to tell us.

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