GLASWEGIANS have been urged to donate coats they no longer wear to a good cause.

The Clydeside Collective, a group of artists who have a shop at the St Enoch Centre have set up a "no questions asked" coat exchange.

The rail will provide a range of coats in different sizes available for collection. They will be quarantined for 72 hours in line with Covid safety guidance and will then be made available outside of the store for collection.

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While it has been a relatively mild winter so far, the collective have warned that a cold spell could be many residents' "breaking point".

Sara Thomson, founder of The Clydeside Collective said: "The nation is currently facing a poverty crisis, with the cost of living rising faster than ever, and job insecurity resulting from the pandemic still affecting many. Glasgow is not immune to this and we’re witnessing the damaging effects right here.

"Coupled with the climate crisis, we felt we had to take action and try to help. And so the coat exchange was born. Not only is it a sustainable solution that keeps quality clothes out of landfill and in use, it also provides a valuable opportunity to kit out families in genuine need."

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It is hoped that by hosting the coat exchange in an accessible location such as St Enoch Centre, those currently experiencing difficulties will be able to receive a helping hand.

Donations to the coat exchange can be dropped off at The Clydeside Collective during opening hours, 10am – 5pm, seven days a week. Coats should be clean and in good condition.