Old Firm old boys back Labour

GLASGOW football legends Billy McNeill and Walter Smith have joined Labour’s council elections campaign in the city.

The former Celtic captain and former Scotland and Rangers manager joined council leader and Labour councillor Gordon Matheson in the city yesterday.

They urged voters to put Labour candidates as their first, second and third choices on the ballot paper. Glasgow is likely to prove to be a key battleground.

Mr McNeill said: “Gordon Matheson’s drive and determination are clear and his passion for Glasgow impresses me.”

Mr Smith added: “I’m happy to support him and the Glasgow Labour candidates.”