Cheers as pub beer gardens in East Kilbride and beyond welcome back thirsty customers

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Exclusive peek inside new East Kilbride shopping developmentThankfully the salon is fully booked until the middle of August with clients desperate to get their unruly locks under control after months of salons being closed.But the return to work isn’t without its challenges and Nikkola admits it’s been one of the hardest periods she has faced in business.She added: “There is only myself and my assistant and when the business was closed I had nothing – business owners, unfortunately, don’t get

East Kilbride News previously revealed it was part of savings made by SLC who say the areas affected are not owned by them and therefore not their responsibility.

East Kilbride bosses have hit back at Marks and Spencer after they announced they were to expedite their withdrawal from the centre. And they have warned the retail giants that they expect them to honour their lease and “remain open”.

East Kilbride residents and local councillors for overgrown residential areas to be tackled as a matter of urgency. Independent councillor Jim Wardhaugh slammed SLC for failing to touch many open spaces in the town saying other local authorities and organisations such as Transerv had managed to resume more extensive grass cutting safely.

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.EK, East Kilbride bosses have hit back at Marks and Spencer after they announced they were to expedite their withdrawal from the centre.And they have warned the retail giants they expect them to honour their lease and “remain open” in the centre.Over two years ago now, M&S announced they were to axe their Plaza store, leaving the 67 staff there in limbo over their future.That led to a backlash from unions and a campaign

East Kilbride Central North Councillor Joe Fagan, added: “The ongoing problems in Kirkton Place are a constant source of frustration for residents. I hope the operation was a success and that there will be a noticeable improvement in the area.” Police have confirmed two males aged 55 and 44 have been reported to the Procurator Fiscal in connection with the alleged possession and production of controlled drugs.Anyone with any information on any drug activity can call police on 101.

East Kilbride’s biggest employer, 545 East Kilbride residents are now facing redundancy just three years after the firm transferred 600 workers out of the town to that site.

Perth pub owner is aiming to go “over and above” to provide a safe environment for his customers as he prepares to reopen next week. Edward Gray (61) of The Robert Burns Lounge saw cleaners spray a long-lasting formula on every surface of the pub interior on Tuesday, as well as deploy an aerosol solution that kills harmful airborne microorganisms.

Pub goers were able to raise a glass of their favourite tipple as beer gardens opened up across the county this week.The easing of lockdown restrictions meant that folk could enjoy a beer in the sun from Monday.Locals made the most of the weather as they sat outside in the sun and enjoyed a socially-distanced drink.The Railway Tavern in Bathgate enjoyed a happy reopening.Owner Colin Hilditch said: “It was great to get back open and see so many regular faces again.“We were really happy with how

The Castle Douglas branch of Legion Scotland is working towards re-opening its bar on August 6.And nearby Market Inn is “leaning towards” waiting a bit longer than July 15 to reopen.

Fight is on to save vital East Kilbride bus service“Everyone got really into it – it was great to see all their faces on screen.”As well as promoting their new EP, Dughoose will be doing their bit for charity in the coming weeks recording two music videos for The Beatson’s Big Night In fundraiser.Brian, from Whitehills, said: “We will be contributing content for the event in the form of Paolo Nutini’s 10/10 and Van Morrison’s Brown Eyed Girl which are always great floorfillers.

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.It’s been a long three months for those dreaming of a cold pint in the sun but the wait is finally over.Beer gardens started reopening to thirsty punters across West Dunbartonshire and Helensburgh yesterday (Monday) after outdoor hospitality areas were given the green light to reopen.Health and hygiene measures will be in place across premises including social distancing and capped numbers.Indoor areas of pubs and

flocked to get in pints for the first time since lockdown.Many had to book tables in advance before heading for a socially distanced ‘swally’ outside.Those who got a pub pew celebrated their new-found freedom by tasting their first draught beers and pub cocktails for the first time in almost four months.At Glasgow’s Brel bar in the city’s West End, owner Oli Norman told The Record: “It’s quite an emotional day.“It’s been a tortuous few months, but to get to this point and for it to be a

pub for the first time as restrictions on beer gardens were eased today. The Scottish Government has given pubs, restaurants and cafes the green light to open their outdoor facilities for service as part of its route map out of lockdown.

Glasgow punters swarmed the city's boozers to enjoy their first taste of the wet stuff in months. Outdoor tables were packed as people enjoyed a pint in the July sun.

pub for the first time in almost four months as beer gardens reopen from today. All outdoor hospitality services have been given the green light to let punters in once again as part of the Scottish Government’s route map out of lockdown.