A poignant carol concert was held in Glasgow bringing people together to remember loved ones who have died.

The Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice organised the service at St Andrew’s Cathedral.

The event was part of the hospice’s annual Light Up a Life celebration.

More than 400 people were present at the cathedral and more people watched an online stream.

It was hosted by BBC weather presenter, Judith Ralston and conducted by Rev Gus Macauley, with carols led by the Westerton Male Voice Choir.

One family supporting the Light Up a Life campaign this year is the MacArthur family, whose daughter, sister, niece and cousin, Gabrielle, was cared for in the hospice during March 2022.

Mum Diana, brother Harris, uncle Iain, and all Gabrielle’s close family attended the service.

Iain said: “When Gabrielle became too poorly to come home, the hospice became our home.”

“It has been our place of sanctuary in the darkest of times, it is an oasis of absolute calm in the heart of Glasgow.”

The service joined in with O Come, All Ye Faithful, Ding Dong Merrily on high, Hark the Herald Angels sing O Little Town of Bethlehem and The First Nowell.

A full list of the people who were being remembered at the service was included in the order of service programme.

Rhona Baillie, Chief Executive of the hospice, said: “We gather every year to celebrate the lives of loved ones, it’s such a meaningful and important thing for people to be able to do.

“We know how much people value the occasion of coming together in shared remembrance and celebration. It is such a moving experience to be here and provide comfort to those who have lost a loved one.

“I’d also like to pay special tribute to the MacArthur family for all their support during our campaign this year.

“It is truly heartbreaking to lose a loved one and we hope we can offer our support to all who need it.”

The Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice provides free specialist care to 1,200 new patients with terminal and life-limiting illnesses and their families each year both at the hospice at Bellahouston Park and in patient’s own homes.

In the Order of Service programme, Ms Baillie added: “Light up a life is an important part of life at the hospice.

“It is where we invite you and your family to join us in celebrating the lives of people who we have held close but are no longer with us.

“We understand how difficult this can be and no matter how much time has passed, please remember that we are always here and our services are available if you would like to access any kind of bereavement support.”