Thursday, 4 June 2009

Perth FM News - 4th June 09

Talks over transforming Perth 'eyesore'

An empty church in the centre of Perth may be transformed soon. Meetings have been held with a prospective purchaser over St Paul's Church. It's been described as an eyesore. The unusual octagon church, dating back to the 1800's has lain empty for years. Plans for different uses have fallen through, leaving the public and the council frustrated.

Voters head to the polls for European Parliament election

Voters across Perth and Kinross are heading to the polls to vote in the European elections. Voting started at 7 o'clock this morning and will go on until 10 o'clock tonight. 6 MEP's will be elected to represent Scotland. Gillian Taylor is the depute local returning officer. She says people should use their vote. The Scottish result will be revealed next Monday.

Teaching Union conference kicks off in Perth

Members of Scotland's largest teaching union have gathered in Perth today. The EIS have begun their three-day AGM in the Fair City. Votes will be made to cut class sizes and education budgets. Over 350 delegates from schools, colleges and university's around Scotland will take part in the debates.

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