Young Gun with a City in His Sights Steven Purcell to Take a Fresh Approach As Glasgow Leader

The Herald (May 24, 2005)

Author: Stephen Stewart

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Summary

HE is a 32-year-old former bank worker who is today taking on one of the most important roles in Scottish local government.

Steven Purcell will become the country's youngest council leader when he takes over the helm of Glasgow City Council from Charles Gordon, who announced last month that he was standing down at the ruling Labour group's annual leadership election.

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Young Gun with a City in His Sights Steven Purcell to Take a Fresh Approach As Glasgow Leader

Mr Purcell, ex-education convener, has emphasised his commitment to a more open style of leadership with greater popular input on key strategic moves such as budget m...

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