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George Galloway (born 16 August 1954) is a British politician, broadcaster, and writer who served as Member of Parliament (MP) for Rochdale from the 2024 by-election until the general election later that year. He has been the leader of the Workers Party of Britain since he founded it in 2019.
Galloway (Scottish Gaelic: Gall-Ghàidhealaibh [ˈkal̪ˠaɣəl̪ˠu]; Scots: Gallowa; Latin: Gallovidia) is a region in southwestern Scotland comprising the historic counties of Wigtownshire and Kirkcudbrightshire. It is administered as part of the council area of Dumfries and Galloway. A native or inhabitant of Galloway is called a Gallovidian.
The Galloway is a Scottish breed of beef cattle, named after the Galloway region of Scotland, where it originated during the seventeenth century. It is usually black, is of average size, is naturally polled and has a thick coat suitable for the harsh climate of Scotland.
Where is Galloway has a simple answer: it’s the South-West. It can be overlooked as a short-break destination – yet it’s scenic, unspolit and worth exploring. Especially as it also gives the impression of having other stuff to do – and so doesn’t depend on the tourists.
May 25, 2024 · Galloway, traditional region, southwestern Scotland, comprising the historic counties of Kirkcudbrightshire and Wigtownshire, which form the central and western portions of Dumfries and Galloway council area. Galloway is bounded by the historic county of Ayrshire (council areas of South Ayrshire.
Dumfries and Galloway’s hills, castles and seas tell tales of drama and intrigue – of Prehistoric nomads, Viking settlers, early missionaries and bloody battles. Nowhere escapes a connection with a notable historic figure.
Dumfries & Galloway is a beautiful part of Scotland, with an undulating coastline of rocky shoreline and sandy beaches, and acres of forest and green spaces inland. Your break here can include outdoor activities, history and cultural attractions, delicious food and much more.
Visitor information for Dumfries & Galloway including accommodation, things to do, attractions, events and food & drink.
Sep 29, 2022 · Galloway, which has given its name to this breed of black or dun polled cattle, was an ancient regality or lordship lying in the south-west of Scotland. 'Galloway' is derived from the words Gallovid, or Gaul and the Gauls were the first to inhabit this part of Scotland.
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