Free period products have been part of Scotland’s legislation since 2021 through The Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Act. Since then, the country has been recognised as a world pioneer in tackling period poverty. Greater Govanhill reporters spoke with community members and organisations to understand more about how this legislation works in practice.

An innovative community food initiative from the Govanhill Baths Trust opens on Cathcart Road today [Monday 14 Sep]. Named The People’s Pantry and operating via a low-cost membership model, the project aims to combat food poverty in a dignified welcoming environment.