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Welcome to the new layout of the Glasgow Humane Society website. Over the coming weeks more functionality and content will be added, so visit often.

Version: 1.0
(January 07, 2006)

Who are we?

We are a prevention / rescue / recovery group set up in 1790 to cover the waterways of the Greater Glasgow Area. We are based in Glasgow Green.

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What do we do?

We prevent accidents
We give safety advice to Councils, developers and individuals
We keep watching briefs on river and riverbank users
We give total or additional safety cover at events
We have a Lifeguard Corp
We provide training and run courses internal and external
We have developped a network of public helping to make a safer waterway environment



Who benefits?

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The people who use the river for sporting and recreational purposes, which includes 14 rowing clubs, canoeists and The Rutherglen Cruising Club who make daily use of the River. Commuters, members of the public and tourists who visit along the river bank and walkway. Assistance is also given to the other emergency services.