Glasgow City Mission
This morning I was provided with an escorted tour of Glasgow City Mission . The Mission operates on a Christian ethos (multi-denominational). It was founded by one David Nasmith in Glasgow 200 years ago and has since evolved into a global organisation including North America.Key objective is to help disadvantaged people (mainly homeless) in practical manner without coercion. A recent press report mentioned that more than 900 people claimed to be sleeping rough in the city during 2024. However, my guide suggested this large number included rough sleepers, sofa sleepers and those in temporary accommodation.Analysis has revealed there exist about thirty 'hard core' rough sleepers on the streets in the city. Here is more information in bullet format: Current property has been owned outright since 2009. Guests are of all faiths and none. Most are male, white British. The Mission provides help with language education, e.g. English for Ukrainians and Afghans. There is a sister char...