BORIS Johnson will arrive in Scotland today as part of a visit to "show the strength of the Union" - and the news has divided Glasgow.
The Prime Minister will make the trip north of the border amid increased support for Scottish independence and political wrangling over credit for measures to mitigate the Covid-19 pandemic.
While it is not clear yet if he will come to the city, it is widely expected he will visit a "Central Belt" location.
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However, the move has been condemned by some with First Minister Nicola Sturgeon today saying she is "not ecstatic" about the plan.
We asked our readers what they would say to Mr Johnson if they met him and were inundated with responses; from those who criticised the trip, to others who said they'd thank him for the UK Government's support during the pandemic.
Carol Cunniffe wrote: "Well, if you're here I am going to England to see my grandson, ya d**k.
"Now we can see why Dominic Cummings got away with it."
Amanda Ferguson added: "This is why people are doing their own thing."
Janette Reid wrote: "This is crap. He can come to Scotland but I can't go to London. That's a bit unfair, is it not?"
Carol Reid said: "When are you going to get a backbone? When are you going to resign?"
Bryan Morrison said: "Are you outside your five mile radius, ya trumpet?"
Lesley Muircroft wrote: "Ask who invited him? He should not be travelling."
Lyndsey McGeown added: "Why is he travelling here during a pandemic? Is it essential?"
Joanna McKenna wrote: "I don't think he should be allowed into Scotland, especially when I can't see my family that happen to stay in England."
Nikki Ann added: "Can he give me a lift? I'd quite like to see my parents and family who I've seen once in the last year because of the travel ban."
Derek Crossan said: "Get back to London you bumbling, blustering helmet."
Stacey English asked: "Why did you not close the borders and cancel all flights into the UK a year ago?"
Others, however, were much more positive about the prime minister's visit, with many thanking him for financial support given to the Scottish Government during the pandemic.
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Annette Mason said: "Thank you for helping Scotland during the [pandemic] with all the money."
McKeague Robert wrote: "Well, if it's good enough for the SNP leaders to go to Westminster, surely he can come here?"
May Jarvie said: "Great news as Boris and Westminster have kept Scotland from sinking financially."
William Smith added: "Thanks for sticking with us Boris."
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