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The Herald Scotland
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Derelict school to be transformed into affordable housing
The renovation will provide affordable housing while also supporting the local community, businesses and minimises the carbon footprint both during construction and in use. Chair of the Council's Economy and Infrastructure Committee, Councillor Ken Gowans said: 'This is exactly the type of project the Vacant & Derelict Land Investment Programme should be supporting. The renovation of this derelict school and school house will create 5 or 6 fuel efficient user-friendly housing unit, in an area where affordable housing is very limited.' READ MORE: The Council will the administer the funding and the project will be delivered by the Communities Housing Trust Communities Housing Scotland (CHT) working with The Glendale Trust. The project will be a case study to demonstrate how derelict buildings can be refurbished cost effectively, provide significant benefits to the community and much needed housing. While undertaking the renovation, under existing building regulations, each stage will be analysed to determine improvements that could make renovations a more attractive and cost-effective option. Councillor Gowans added: 'Improvements identified could include changes to regulations and planning status, project efficiencies, energy management, waste management and reduction in environmental impact. 'I wish everyone involved all the very best as they move forward with this exciting transformation project.'
Press and Journal
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Press and Journal
Man in court accused of disfiguring Aberdeen player Jack MacKenzie with chair
A 31-year-old man has appeared from custody accused of striking Aberdeen footballer Jack MacKenzie with a seat after a match with Dundee United. The player was allegedly left severely injured and permanently disfigured after a piece of a plastic seat was thrown from the away section at Tannadice Park on Saturday May 17. Swathes of United fans invaded the pitch at full-time after Jim Goodwin's side secured fourth place with a 2-1 win over the Dons in the final Scottish Premiership match of the season. Prosecutors allege that David Gowans was responsible for striking the 25-year-old defender, who was called up to the Scotland national squad in October 2024. Police suggested that the projectile was launched from the upper deck of the Fair Play Stand. Aberdeen Football Club said Mr MacKenzie, a former loanee at Forfar Athletic, was left with a 'serious facial injury'. Gowans, of Montrose Drive, Aberdeen, made no plea in connection with a single charge of culpable and reckless conduct when he appeared in private at Dundee Sheriff Court. He was committed for further examination by Sheriff Eric Brown, who released Gowans on bail with a condition not to attend or attempt to attend any match in which Aberdeen FC are playing.
The Courier
21-05-2025
- Sport
- The Courier
Fan accused of striking player with seat in Dundee United Euro celebrations appears in court
A 31-year-old man has appeared in court from custody accused of striking an Aberdeen footballer with a seat after a match with Dundee United. Jack MacKenzie was allegedly left severely injured and permanently disfigured after a piece of a plastic seat was thrown from the away section at Tannadice Park on Saturday May 17. Swathes of United fans invaded the pitch at full-time after Jim Goodwin's side secured fourth place – and European football next season – with a 2-1 win over the Dons in the final Scottish Premiership match of the season. Prosecutors allege David Gowans was responsible for striking the 25-year-old defender, who was called up to the Scotland national squad in October 2024. Police suggested that the projectile was launched from the upper deck of the Fair Play Stand. Aberdeen Football Club said Mr MacKenzie, a former loanee at Forfar Athletic, was left with a 'serious facial injury'. Gowans, of Montrose Drive, Aberdeen, made no plea in connection with a single charge on petition of culpable and reckless conduct at Dundee Sheriff Court. He was committed for further examination by Sheriff Eric Brown who released Gowans on bail with a condition not to attend or attempt to attend any match in which Aberdeen FC are playing.
