Tuesday, 21 April 2009

PerthFM news - 21st April 09

Perth Academic may be allowed to stay in Britain
A Perth academic facing deportation over 78 pounds, may be able to stay in the country. Swarthick Salins was told he might have to leave Britain because his bank balance fell below the required level of 800 pounds. The home office say they will reconsider Dr Salins case, after pressure from local politicians and First minister Alex Salmond. Dr Salins has lived and studied in Scotland for nine years. He has three children and lives in Muirton.

Bogus callers rob from 81 year old Perth woman
Bogus callers made off with a three-figure sum from a Perth pensioners home yesterday. The 81-year-old woman was conned by two men who claimed to be checking her Strathtay home for work next door. Both men were in their 20's. One's described as around five foot four and medium build. He had bad skin and short dark brown hair. The other man was about five foot six and slim. He had short spiky fair and ginger hair. Police are looking for any information.

Best Bar None Awards launched
The launch of the Best Bar none awards took place in Perth today. They focus on public safety and customer care. The launch was held at the Capital Asset on Tay Street, which gained gold status at last year's award. 17 local premises won awards in last year competition. The awards are run nationally and the intention is to create a 'Safe Pub Award' for Scotland.

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