When we interviewed Thomas Kerr in 2024, he praised Govanhill’s “unique and wonderful character”. Now he is making sweeping claims about migration, crime and exploitation in the area. We asked for the evidence, what changed his view, and how much contact he has actually had with Govanhill.

Two Greater Govanhill articles have been shortlisted for Refugee Festival Scotland Media Awards, celebrating powerful, responsible coverage of refugee and asylum issues.