AC/DC Exhibition Comes To Glasgow's Kelvingrove Museum

One of the world’s biggest rock n’roll bands has come to Glasgow - in the form of an exhibition at Kelvingrove Museum.

'AC/DC Scotland’s Family Jewels' is set to attract thousands of rock fans from across the country to the museum, many of whom have never been there before.

The exhibition, which celebrates the AC/DC’s 37 year career and is the only exhibition ever approved by the band themselves, includes photographs, videos, costumes and some of the band’s personal possessions, has left Australia for the first time and Glasgow seems a fitting place for it to come. Band members Angus and Malcolm Young were born in Glasgow before emigrating to Australia in 1963, and original lead singer Bon Scott was born in Kirriemuir.

Bon Scott, who died in 1980 and was replaced by current singer Brian Johnson, has an entire room of the exhibition devoted to him, including items such as his last passport, his leather jacket and letters written to his mother while the band were on tour in 1976.

Let There Be Rock: A poster from the exhibition promoting the bands 1977 Glasgow concert.

Victoria McEwan, a rock fan who visited the exhibition said “The exhibition is brilliant. I’m a huge AC/DC fan and when the exhibition came to Glasgow I just had to go. I highly recommend it whether you’re a fan of the band or not, it’s very entertaining and enjoyable, and it would make a great day out for anyone”.

The exhibition is open until February 2012 and is set to attract plenty more visitors to Kelvingrove, whether they are rock fans or just looking for a fun day out.

Scottish Government Discuss Violence On Trains

IN SCOTLAND, violence on board trains is still a problem. Verbal and physical abuse towards train staff and other passengers is ongoing, and the Scottish Government is looking for a solution.

In 2004, First Scot Rail released their ‘Hands Off Our Staff’ campaign, which joined forces with the Scottish Executive, Crimestoppers, the British Transport Police and Network Rail in an attempt to protect staff from assaults, threats and abuse, and although the number of attacks on train staff has reduced, it still continues to be an issue.

When asked about the situation regarding violence on trains, Scottish Transport Minister Keith Brown said “I welcome all actions that decrease antisocial behaviour on trains. Those actions make the job of the British Transport Police much easier, and crucially, improve the travelling experience of rail passengers. The Scottish Government will continue to work constructively with British Transport Police and train operators to look at the options to improve the travelling environment for rail passengers”.

Alcohol consumption on trains is also a major issue relating to violent behaviour towards train staff and other members of the public. MSP Mark McDonald said “Alcohol consumption on trains often leads to an uncomfortable travelling experience for many passengers. That is the result of a minority of passengers who take things too far”.

Zero Tolerance Launch New Anti-Violence Guidelines

Today, at the University of The West of Scotland in Hamilton, Scottish domestic abuse charity Zero Tolerance is set to release its own media guide, in order to inform journalists how to report violence towards women in a responsible way.

The charity is working to end men’s violence towards women and children, and their ‘Handle With Care’ guidelines have been developed after years of the media reporting stories of violence towards women irresponsibly, promoting myths and painting a picture of men who are ‘monsters’.

The importance of these media guidelines is highlighted by Zero Tolerance co-ordinator, Jenny Kemp who says, “The media plays a crucial role in shaping our world, and journalists’ words have a lasting impact. Issues around gender violence should indeed be ‘handled with care’, but with the right approach, the media can make positive contribution to ending society’s still too high tolerance of violence and abuse”.

Zero Tolerance’s ‘Handle With Care’ guide is available to download from the charity’s website at www.zerotolerance.org.uk/projects/MediaGuide