Katy Gordon

Katy Gordon, the Liberal Democrat candidate for Glasgow Kelvin has spoken out against the reduction of green spaces in the Glasgow Kelvin constituency.

Her call to protect green spaces was made at the Liberal Democrat Autumn conference in Perth at the weekend, during the pre manifesto debate. Katy said:

“The moves to build on Dowanhill Tennis Club are a prime example of the dangers to green spaces in the current regulatory framework. We must do all we can to protect these spaces for the future.

“I support the Liberal Democrat pre manifesto proposal for a legislative presumption against the sale of urban green space and playing fields for development. It will stop the very real threat from local developers. “

Katy also made the plea for sports clubs to be recognised as small businesses in practical terms acknowledging that volunteers for committees are often unprepared for the demanding nature of running a club. Katy said:

“Models of good practise in club management must be made available to clubs and sports facilities. Training should be offered for those who are starting out in club management, and clubs should be encouraged to use business advice services for guidance”