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EXCITING proposals for new apartments with a commercial store and rehearsal studio along the Forth and Clyde Canal are expected to be approved by councillors today. Members of the Glasgow City Council planning committee have been recommended to grant permission for the 182 apartments on the abandoned land between Farnell Street and Sawmillfield Street despite concerns from the local community and politicians. A total of 28 objections have been received by councillor Ken Andrew, MSP Sandra White, MP Patrick Grady and 25 residents who are worried that the about the scale and height of the development and how it might affect their views over Speirs Wharf.
Audiences are being invited to beat the lockdown blues by tuning into the lunchtime events online. Following the success of the theatre’s online pantomime Rapunzel, the Brunton Theatre Trust was keen to continue offering audiences a chance to enjoy cultural experiences from home while the venue remains unable to open. Resol String Quartet A trust spokesperson said: “Arts and culture experiences play an important role in our wellbeing. “Sadly, The Brunton is currently unable to welcome people into the building so we very much want to provide these classical concerts as a way to digitally connect with people during this lockdown.