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Glasgow Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow councillor set to zipslide across the River Clyde - here's why
Grandfather Kevin Lalley admits he is terrified at the prospect as he braces himself for the whizz across the river in aid of charity Chris's House on August 24. The charity, located in Wishaw, is hoping to secure additional premises in the East End as it has a high number of referrals from the area. (Image: Kevin Lalley) Labour councillor Lalley has been supporting the charity and completed Chris's House Walk of Hope to remember those lost to suicide. Commenting on the latest event for the cause, councillor Lalley said: 'When I saw the zipslide coming up I thought people are struggling and they are outside their comfort zone. I decided to put myself out of my comfort zone and do something I am absolutely terrified of.' The 62-year-old said he will get over it once he is back on solid ground but many people are struggling with the 'demons in their head' and the staff at Chris's House 'are fantastic' in offering support for mental health. Joining him for the challenge, will be founder of Chris's House Anne Rowan. Anne established the charity in memory of her son Chris whom she lost to suicide in 2011 aged 36. READ NEXT: This is how many times Glasgow was turned into a film set - and how much was made READ NEXT: Money made by female boss of Glasgow brothel revealed in court The charity offers integrated support 24 hours a day and a calm environment for people at its centre in Wishaw. Councillor Lalley added: 'Any donation goes a long way to help. There are many beautiful people who want some light, want the colour of life, but are struggling, let's get out of our comfort zones and help this wonderful charity.' Donations can be made at: More information is available on Chris's House at:
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Glasgow councillor set to zipslide across the River Clyde - here's why
A Glasgow councillor is preparing to zipslide across the Clyde to raise money for a charity supporting people facing a suicidal crisis. Grandfather Kevin Lalley admits he is terrified at the prospect as he braces himself for the whizz across the river in aid of charity Chris's House on August 24. The charity, located in Wishaw, is hoping to secure additional premises in the East End as it has a high number of referrals from the area. (Image: Kevin Lalley) Labour councillor Lalley has been supporting the charity and completed Chris's House Walk of Hope to remember those lost to suicide. Commenting on the latest event for the cause, councillor Lalley said: 'When I saw the zipslide coming up I thought people are struggling and they are outside their comfort zone. I decided to put myself out of my comfort zone and do something I am absolutely terrified of.' The 62-year-old said he will get over it once he is back on solid ground but many people are struggling with the 'demons in their head' and the staff at Chris's House 'are fantastic' in offering support for mental health. Joining him for the challenge, will be founder of Chris's House Anne Rowan. Anne established the charity in memory of her son Chris whom she lost to suicide in 2011 aged 36. READ NEXT: This is how many times Glasgow was turned into a film set - and how much was made READ NEXT: Money made by female boss of Glasgow brothel revealed in court The charity offers integrated support 24 hours a day and a calm environment for people at its centre in Wishaw. Councillor Lalley added: 'Any donation goes a long way to help. There are many beautiful people who want some light, want the colour of life, but are struggling, let's get out of our comfort zones and help this wonderful charity.' Donations can be made at: More information is available on Chris's House at:
Glasgow Times
18-06-2025
- Health
- Glasgow Times
New defibrillator installed on Glasgow mobile phone mast
The potentially life-saving equipment has been fitted to the mast's cabinet, situated at the corner of Easterhouse Road and Springcroft Road, Swinton in Glasgow. This instillation was completed following calls from Baillieston councillor, Kevin Lalley who was on the lookout for a suitable location for the unit donated by an anonymous resident. Councillor Lalley approached VodafoneThree, which, along with mobile infrastructure partner Cornerstone, installed the unit on the supporting cabinet of the mast which provides the defibrillator with the power it needs to function properly. Read more: Warning issued as over 100,000 Scots could be left without heating and hot water (Image: Supplied) Councillor Lalley said: "I wish to thank VodafoneThree for assisting the community of Swinton and the wider Baillieston community with their assistance to install this defibrillator. "This is a fantastic initiative and is solely down to one of Swinton's residents. "This lady, who wishes to remain anonymous, approached me and, together, this facility has arrived in our community. "This lady has kindly donated the defibrillator and a very big thank you goes to her for thinking of others. "This can potentially save lives. "Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone at any time, and having defibrillators in a public place, ready for use, is so important." Read more: STV presenter 'brings the sunshine' to officially open Glasgow care home Miranda van Gestel, chief customer officer at Cornerstone, said: "When St John's contacted VodafoneThree about installing a defibrillator on one of our infrastructure cabinets, we were delighted to support the initiative. "This collaboration shows how our shared footprint can do more than deliver connectivity, it can also help save lives. "We're proud to play a part and look forward to exploring more ways we can partner with VodafoneThree for community good." Kris Sanderson, VodafoneThree's network regional manager, added: "When we heard about the need for the defibrillator placement, we were only too happy to help. "We hope it's never needed, but it's a massively important piece of equipment for the local community, and we're delighted to be supporting it."
