“Securing the 2014 Commonwealth Games is a fantastic opportunity for Glasgow and Scotland.  It will boost the nation’s confidence, and inspire thousands of people to become more active, helping to deliver our ambitions for Scottish sport and a healthier Scotland.  And it will give a huge boost to our international profile, with all sorts of positive benefits for the city and the whole country.”

Alex Salmond, First Minister

“There has never been a more important time for Scots to get behind the Commonwealth Games Bid.

“Winning the Games will inspire the next generation of sporting heroes and will give us the opportunity to show the world exactly what kind of country we have become. “It is an opportunity that we cannot afford to miss.”

Nicola Sturgeon, Deputy First Minister

“Strathclyde Police is proud to be involved in and support Glasgow’s bid for the 2014 games. Visitors will experience first hand the warm welcome that Glasgow, and Scotland, have to offer. Hosting the games will benefit Strathclyde’s communities in many ways and we look forward to getting a positive result in November.”

Sir Willie Rae, Chief Constable, Strathclyde Police

“Scotland is a most hospitable country and I think it would be a wonderful thing if the friendly city of Glasgow were to be given the chance to welcome the Commonwealth Games. “.

Alexander McCall Smith, best-selling author

“I am delighted to be officially supporting Scotland’s 2014 Commonwealth Games Bid. Staging the event will give us the opportunity to showcase our great nation and its people. I hope that everyone will join me in backing Scotland’s Bid”.

Carol Smillie, television presenter

“I can’t think of a more suitable venue than our great country to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games, I give the Bid my full support and I urge the people of Scotland to do the same”

Ally McCoist, ex-international footballer

“Scotland is a fantastic place – it is welcoming and friendly. By holding the Commonwealth Games here in 2014 it will give we Scots the opportunity to show the world how wonderful our country really is”

Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan, designers

“I am pleased to support Glasgow’s Bid to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games. This would provide huge benefits for the city as a whole and would create opportunities and facilities for Scotland’s sports stars of the future.”

Colin Montgomerie, golfer

“Good luck to all the team behind Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games Bid for 2014, I hope that Scotland will have the opportunity to share and embrace such a massive sporting event and I wish everyone involved the very best of luck with the campaign.”

Dame Ellen MacArthur, yachtswoman

“This is a terrific opportunity for the whole nation to get involved. As for our athletes, it’s a chance to win medals on home soil, a chance that comes around only once in a sporting lifetime.”

Hazel Irvine, sports presenter

“To host a major event such as the Commonwealth Games in this country would undoubtedly act as a huge inspiration for many youngsters to take up all kinds of sporting activity and it is imperative that everyone plays their part in helping to make sure the dream becomes a reality.”

Jimmy Calderwood, Aberdeen FC manager

“Having the Commonwealth Games in Scotland is a fantastic opportunity for us Scots. It gives us the chance to support our home-grown athletes, who have been extremely successful recently.”

Lorraine Kelly, television presenter

“I believe without a doubt the Commonwealth Games will be great for Glasgow and Glasgow will be great for the Commonwealth Games.”

Lulu, singer

“This is a fantastic opportunity for Scotland. It’s such a gorgeous country and will make a fantastic backdrop to the Games.”

Michelle McManus, singer

“Like most Scottish people I am sports mad and thrilled about the prospect of a Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. A home Games in 2014 would be a tremendous inspiration to all our young sportsmen and women. Lets make it happen!”

Shirley Robertson, double Olympic gold medalist

“The city has a great sporting tradition, friendly citizens and the modern infrastructure to make a success of an international event like this. The health and well being of Glasgow and Scotland means that the Bid should be supported by everyone!”

The Proclaimers, Craig and Charlie Reid

“For us and our music, Glasgow has always been a welcoming city, which makes it an ideal setting for a gathering such as the Commonwealth Games.”

Wet Wet Wet, singers

“Hosting the Games in Glasgow would be a fantastic opportunity for everyone in Scotland. Not only because it is a chance to hold one of the biggest sporting events in the world but for the long lasting benefits that it will produce. Please join me and back the bid.”

Kaye Adams, television presenter

“Scotland would be a great venue for the Commonwealth Games – not only will it benefit Glasgow but the country as a whole. I am proud to back the bid and I hope Scots everywhere will join me in backing it too.”

Kenny Dalglish, ex international footballer

“Glasgow? Of course! Glasgow’s miles better – everybody knows that!”

Magnus Magnusson, author and broadcaster(Died Jan 2007 – sadly missed by all)

“It would be fantastic to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Scotland and I hope you’ll join me in getting behind the bid.”

Gail Porter, television presenter

“It would be great to have the Games in Glasgow. They would also leave the legacy of first class facilities which would give fantastic encouragement to youngsters to participate in sport, even become competitors in future Games.”

Sheena Sharp, Commonwealth double gold medallist

“As residents of Glasgow we would love to see the Commonwealth Games come to Scotland’s biggest and best city.”

Deacon Blue, singers

“It was my win in the 10,000m at the Commonwealth Games way back in 1986 that kick started my international running career. I am proud and excited that Glasgow is bidding to host the games in Scotland again. I hope everyone will get behind and support their bid.”

Liz McColgan, Commonwealth gold medallist

“Having competed in 4 Commonwealth Games, I know the impact this will have on the Nation and its people, not to mention the wonderful legacy it will provide for Scotland’s up and coming athletes. Please join me and back the bid and allow Scotland’s athletes to go for Gold in front of a home crowd.”

Yvonne Murray, Commonwealth gold medallist

“The prospect of the Games coming to Glasgow is, as we say in my home town, pure dead brilliant. Great for Glasgow, great for Scotland and great for sport. Bring them on!.”

Ruth Wishart, broadcaster and columnist

“I am proud to support the bid. It is imperative that events such as these are considered for Scotland where there is a wealth of sporting talent from all back-grounds. It would show great incentive and innovation from all within Scotland to be involved in a truly magnificent occasion.”

Atta Yaqub, Actor

“Welcoming the Games to Glasgow will be an incredible result for all Scots. It is the opporchancity for our sporting heroes to flourish in their homeland. I’m on a roll now, there are so many reasons to back this bid! Finally, we get to show the world how fabulous and friendly we are as a nation and it’s one hell of a party everyone can be involved in!.”

Heather Suttie, XFM presenter

“Welcoming the Games to Glasgow will be an incredible result for all Scots. It is the opporchancity for our sporting heroes to flourish in their homeland. I’m on a roll now, there are so many reasons to back this bid! Finally, we get to show the world how fabulous and friendly we are as a nation and it’s one hell of a party everyone can be involved in!”

Brian Cox, Actor

“As a very committed Scot, I can only welcome our bid with open arms and a very open and welcoming heart. I believe it will bring much needed confidence, jobs and cash and the repercussions will be massive. Glasgow and Scotland deserve to win this bid …. I support it wholeheartedly.”

Elaine C. Smith, Actress

“You could see how much pride Glaswegians took in their city, and in welcoming visitors to it, when we hosted the Champions League Final a couple of years back and the opportunity to do it all again, night after night, is something every-one would look forward to. If there’s one thing Glasgow knows how to do it’s throw a party!”

Martin Bate, XFM Presenter

“Hosting the Games in Glasgow would be a great look for the city, plus a great opportunity to show the world what a wonderful and exciting place Glasgow is to visit..”

Paul N’Jie, XFM Presenter

“I was at the Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh and they were great but I’m sure Glasgow can do an even better job and use the games to raise the profile of the city right round the world. Our listeners are right behind the city hosting the event. Bring it on!”

George Bowie, Clyde 1 presenter

“The public at the ‘Back the Bid’ event on Buchanan Street were really supportive of Glasgow’s bid. Winning the Games in 2014 would be great not just for the people of Glasgow but for the whole of Scotland and would give us all a lot of pride and be a massive help for our culture and economy.”

Dean Park, Clyde 2 presenter

“Hosting the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow would be a tremendous boost, not only for the city’s economy, but also in helping to promote physical health through sport..”

Nick Nairn,, Celebrity chef

“Hosting the Commonwealth Games 2014 in Glasgow would be the perfect opportunity to show the world just what Scotland has to offer and I hope all Scots will add their support to the bid.”

Amanda Jane Taylor, Miss Commonwealth Scotland

“It would be fantastic if we could bring a major sporting event such as the Commonwealth Games to Glasgow and I am sure such an achievement would be great for the city and Scotland as a whole.”

Gordon Strachan, Celtic FC Manager

“Scotland is probably the proudest nation on earth in bidding for the Commonwealth Games to be held in Scotland. We Scots will take great pride in ensuring it is a resounding success.”

Duncan Bannatyne, Entrepreneur

“It would be a huge boost for Scottish sport if the Commonwealth Games were to come to Glasgow. It’s great for both participants and spectators to have world class events in your own country.”

Andy Murray, UK No.1 and World Top Ranked tennis player

“Glasgow is a vibrant, youthful city with tons of energy; perfect for hosting the 2014 Common- wealth Games. My wife participated in the 1990 Games and I know from her what an amazing experience it was. Glasgow is a city which loves its sport and welcomes visitors so warmly, I am backing Glasgow all the way.”

Kenny Logan, Ex-Scotland International Rugby Player

“Having experienced the last Commonwealth Games in Edinburgh, it would be absolutely super for the up and coming generation to see top athletes compete at this level and in the overall picture, our sporting children will improve and we will be able to compete at a higher level once again.”

Alan Rough, Real Radio Presenter

“I couldn’t think of a more ideal location and it would be a fantastic achievement for Scotland. I encourage everybody to get behind this bid to bring sport to Glasgow.”

Sir Alex Ferguson, Football Manager

“Taking the bold step to bring one of the largest events in the world to Scotland shows the scale of our ambition as a nation and the confidence that we have in our biggest city..”

Jack McConnell, Former First Minister

“Being a proud Scot and Glaswegian, I am delighted to support Scotland’s Bid to host the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow 2014. The energy, passion and humour throughout this great city will shine through and secure what will be another great achievement for Glasgow in the lead-up to 2014. What’s more it will provide a lasting legacy for the people of Scotland.”

John Barrowman, Actor

“Glasgow not only deserves to win the bid, can you even imagine the wonderful spirit , the smile, the joy, the skill, the hospitality, the talent, and the pride with which they would host it! Glasgow is one cool, cosmopolitan city!!”

Ashley Jensen, Actress

“SPT is committed to the ‘Back the Bid’ campaign and we’re delighted to be involved. I have no doubt that Glasgow is the perfect city to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games and, most importantly, we desperately want to be given the chance. The Games would not only be a world-class event for the city but would also leave a lasting transport legacy that the travelling public could enjoy for years to come.”

Ron Culley, Chief Executive of Strathclyde Partnership for Transport