Jeanette wrote:Lynnski...
How long have you lived in the South Side?! Because people who live in deprivation aren't exactly a new thing in this part of the city.
Almost 2 years now. Before that I lived in Maryhill for almost 10, so I'm not exactly unused to neds/junkies/alkies.
Jeanette wrote:Supported accommodation for people who are homeless and/or have addiction problems are highly sought after. There is not enough of this type of housing for people who require it. Yes, the outside of Copland Court isn't exactly desirable. And it's pretty obvious what it is... But the outside of the Stadium across the road isn't exactly much better, but having been in the pub, it's not that bad and the people are friendly. The support workers within the project will be well aware of what is going on, and they will contact the appropriate people, such as police, if it's required.
It's good to hear the workers will be keeping an eye, but I have to say, I've never seen any evidence of them being there, but have seen police cars outside the building on quite a few occasions.
Jeanette wrote:If people are getting into your close, then you get onto your landlord, housing association or factor for them to check the 'secure entry' door. Moaning about it on a forum isn't going to get you anywhere!!
Not moaning, just pointing out things that have happened in the past few months. The police were called. There was no problem with the security door, it works ok, I think someone had left it unlocked. That's not happened for a while!
Jeanette wrote:I live in the southside, just off Govan Road, and I have a friend who lives on Copland Road, so I'm well aware of what's going on. I'm also a social worker so I definitely know about the issues here.
Maybe you should try looking at the issue from a Joe Public point of view rather than a social worker one. I have every respect for your job, it's a difficult one and I wouldn't do it for all the money in the world!
Jeanette wrote:I think we should be more worried about the people who aren't seeking any sort of help, or the young people who think it's ok to throw stones at windows and the gang culture which is rife in this part of the city... which has led to a couple of stabbings within gangs during August.
I agree we should be worried about these issues too, but not necessarily more worried, I think all these issues need equal attention.
I always think the best way to deal with the 'jakeys' as you put it is to a) smile and say hello if they say it to you. b) don't stare c) if they ask for money, politely say no, sorry and keep walking. It's all about respect. And the people who live in Copland Court need it just as much as you do. Perhaps you would be more suited in the West End![/quote]
I've lived in the West End. I'm not sure what you're trying to say here though. Do you think if I lived in the WE I wouldn't have a project like this near me so would have nothing to worry/moan about?? I don't give respect out willy-nilly. People earn respect IMHO. The people who beg on the street and harass me are not giving me any, so why should I show them any? I don't have much of a problem with being asked for money, (and do on occasion give some if I have any) it happens on Byres road, it happens in the City Centre, it's not the area that's the problem. It's the frequency of the begging, and the aggressiveness of it. I work til 10pm 2 nights a week and my boyfriend comes and collects me in the car because I'm a bit apprehensive coming out the tube at that time of night, especially with the darker nights coming in.