Tommy speaking at the demo

A huge turnout of over 1,000 adults and children brought Glasgow city centre to a standstill over lunch time with one of the most colourful and vibrant demonstrations the city has ever seen. 

The message from the demonstration was clear…the parents,teachers, kids and communities from all of the 25 threatened schools and nurseries will fight the New Labour controlled council's closure decision to the bitter end. The battle has only just begun…

For more photos from the demo and to find out more about the schools campaign click 'read more' below.

Read more about the schools campaign.

The Times: 19th Feb read more here  The Evening Times: 18th Feb read more here  The Evening Times: 17th Feb read more here The Evening Times: 16th Feb read more here The Evening Times: 14th Feb read more here The BBC: 14th Feb read more here  

Glasgow UNISOn Branch Secretary Brian Smith

Save Shawbridge Nursery

Tommy Sheridan and parents from Shawbridge Nursery

Save Queen Mary

Save Victoria School

Save St Jameses!