Exclusive Glasgow's 'mysterious' dookits inspire new play for city theatre
GROWING up in Crosshill on the Southside of Glasgow, Laurie Motherwell remembers being strangely fascinated by the city’s “dookits”.
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Award-winning journalist, working mother and Friend of Strictly. I started my career in local newspapers before joining the company full-time in 1997. My remit encompasses campaigns, including Streets Ahead, Community Champions and Scotswoman of the Year, plus health, arts and human interest features. All about the joy.
Award-winning journalist, working mother and Friend of Strictly. I started my career in local newspapers before joining the company full-time in 1997. My remit encompasses campaigns, including Streets Ahead, Community Champions and Scotswoman of the Year, plus health, arts and human interest features. All about the joy.
GROWING up in Crosshill on the Southside of Glasgow, Laurie Motherwell remembers being strangely fascinated by the city’s “dookits”.
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