New backing for park plan fight

Campaigners said they had the backing of local MSPs

Protesters against plans for a tree-top adventure course in Glasgow's Pollok Park have said they have the backing of MSPs from four parties in their fight.

Campaigners are hoping to persuade the government to call in the application, with the help of MSPs and councillors.

Glasgow City Council, which approved the controversial plan last month, has until 14 April to send the original planning application to the minister.

It also has to send the comments of objectors.

Campaigners said they had support from the Green Party, Conservatives, Lib Dems and the SNP.

They said the Labour Party was invited to a meeting on Wednesday but declined to attend.

The proposal has to be referred to ministers because Glasgow City Council has a financial interest in the scheme.

The proposed Go Ape adventure play area would see platforms and zip slides placed in the trees near the Burrell Collection in the park.

Members of the planning committee at Glasgow City Council voted in favour of the plan after a special meeting and visit to the site.