PREPARATIONS are well under way for the All Under One Banner march for independence in Glasgow on Saturday, May 5, with the organisers expecting a record crowd for the march from Kelvingrove to George Square.

The organisers are asking everyone to gather at Kelvingrove Park in plenty of time for the prompt departure time of 11.30am.

For those intending to march, here is the full route: Kelvingrove park, Kelvinway, Gibson street, Eldon street, Woodlands road, Sauchiehall street, Holland street, West regent Street, Bylthswood square (south), West regent Street, Renfield Street, Union Street, Jamaica Street, Clyde street, Bridgegate, Saltmarket, Glasgow Green.

They’re coming from all the airts and pairts. Yes Aberdeen 2 is organising a bus trip to the event and as of yesterday had eight tickets left. The bus will leave from outside His Majesty’s Theatre at 7.15am and depart Glasgow at 6pm. Yes Aberdeen 2say: “Bring your flags and your enthusiasm. It’s sure to be a great day out. Flag waving kit available on the bus.”