ST JAMES-THE-LESS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 1872-1914 St. James’ beginnings in the nineteenth century In the second half of the 19th century, the Episcopal Church in Scotland experienced a revival of its fortunes following the darker days of disestablishment after 1688. The growing problem of the urban poor in the city in the latter half of the …
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The Pilgrims Society – antidote to a dreich Monday @ccfest
A dreich Glasgow Monday afternoon in January isn’t the best time to tempt an audience out of doors. The Danny Kyle Open Stage at the 30th Anniversary Celtic Connections managed it fine. In defiance of the grey, a long queue filled the hall and, first up, The Pilgrims Society, made it all worthwhile. The six-piece …
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‘Why doesn’t she just leave…?’
Getting free – leaving a violent partner c1960-1990 Content warning: this post contains description of domestic abuse. Please read with care – information on where to find support is listed at the end of the post. “Why doesn’t she just leave?” This question, frequently asked about women living with violent men, is loaded with incomprehension …
‘Policing domestic abuse in late twentieth century Scotland.
Just a domestic’ or a working patriarchy? Content warning: this essay contains descriptions of domestic abuse and sexual violence. Please read with care – information on where to find support is listed at the end of this blog. The conviction of a serving Metropolitan police officer for the brutal abduction, rape and murder of Sarah …
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Rhuba Phoil – Skye’s Forest Garden
Rubha Phoil – Sleat’s Forest Garden Skye Permaculture Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead It would be hard to miss the colourful entrance to Rubha Phoil – Skye Permaculture when you step off the ferry from …
A perfect summer racket! Summer on Tiree
If it’s a summer’s day of peace and quiet you’re after, you won’t find the latter on the outermost of the innermost of the Hebrides. You can’t escape the racket. Best heard from your bicycle on a summer day bowling along the low-rise contours of Tiree, this innermost of the Atlantic’s easternmost islands. Tubby, almost-grown …
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