Welcome to our pitches page, where our editors carefully curate article ideas for you to write about. If you’re interested in writing any of these, please email moguu@guu.co.uk with the pitch you want to take, and we’ll forward it on to our editors who will work with you to help you produce an article. You can also pitch us with your own ideas, so if you are interested in writing something, send us an email with a 300-500 word overview of your article with the subject line PITCH: [ARTICLE TITLE]
Culture
Editor: Dan Brophy
Approaching Train-spotting’s 30th Anniversary
2026 marks the 30th anniversary of Trainspotting, would be great to hear a personal Scottish (Glaswegian) perspective on Trainspotting and its affect on Scottish identity, particularly from a generation who came a little after and have to understand the legacy of the movie from slightly afar
A History of Bob Dylan in Glasgow
Bob Dylan is playing one of his last shows maybe ever in Glasgow on November 16th/17th. What history does Dylan have in Glasgow. Where has he played.? What does he mean to the city? What might we not know about him and his connection to the city?
Tenement Trail
Anyone going to Tenement trail 2025, give us a review, something personal or creative , more than just a simple article! Give us a gig experience, an interview if you can get one, something different? This is a massively underrated creative experience in Glasgow, it needs to be covered!
A review: the buskers of Buchanan St.
Something undeniably iconic/chaotic/charming about Buchanan St. is its buskers. We may not have a Selfridges, but Oxford St. doesn’t have Glasgow’s Buskers. And there are a few notable faces, there day or night, rain or shine. Explore a bit. Get to know the Buskers. Shine a light and profile some of the unsung heroes of Glasgow’s cultural capital.
Features
Editor: Amelia Yasin
The Lost City of Grahamston
Long buried beneath Glasgow Central Station lies Grahamston — a once-thriving neighbourhood erased. This feature dives into the forgotten history of Grahamston: who lived there, what was lost, and what still remains under the tracks. Through archival research, maybe an interview? and the remnants still visible on Central Station tours, we’ll uncover the story of a city within a city — and ask what it means to pave over a community in the name of development.
100 Years of the Barras Market
For over a century, the Barras Market has stood as a beating heart of Glasgow’s East End — a place where deals are made, and generations gather. This feature will trace the rich 100-year history of the Barras, from its working-class roots and the legendary Maggie McIver to its reinventions as a cultural and creative hub. Explore how the market has survived war, economic downturns, and gentrification, and why it remains one of Glasgow’s most iconic, resilient, and authentic spaces.
Becoming the Fintech Powerhouse
Glasgow is quietly emerging as one of the UK’sleading FinTech hubs, as startups thrive alongside global firms. With major players like JP Morgan expanding operations and a new wave of tech-driven financial companies choosing Glasgow as home,this piece will explore why the city is becoming a magnet for FinTech talent. Investigate how Glasgow’s mix of skilled graduates, government backing, and lower operational costs is transforming its economic future, and what that means for students hoping to break into finance, tech, or both.
Glasgow’s Rental Market: A Business Opportunity Amongst Crisis?
Glasgow’s rental market is under unprecedented strain — demand has never been higher, supply has never been tighter, and rents are hitting record levels. For investors and developers, this crisis is not just a challenge, it’s one of the strongest growth opportunities in the UK property sector today.
The Pressure on Glasgow’s Public Servants
Glasgow has borne the brunt of over a decade of austerity. Cuts to local government budgets have left libraries shuttered, social care overstretched, and community centres on the brink. While national governments debate figures, the impact is felt in queues for mental health support, overworked council staff, and crumbling public buildings.This piece exposes how a working-class city is being slowly hollowed out — and asks whether Glasgow can afford any more political complacency.
Lifestyle
Editor: Rosalind Herbert
Halloween Overconsumption?
Article about the ethical issues of buying unnecessarily for Halloween. over consumption of clothes/ costumes for parties. general tack for Halloween decoration etc. is it a purely commercial holiday?
Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice
Pumpkin spice season is officially upon us, and even the most sensible of us can hardly resist Starbucks’ iconic festive drink. But is this reason enough to forget about Starbucks’ problematic aspects? Research and write a piece on the ethical issues of Starbucks, do people have a duty to continue the boycott?
Performative Matcha Males
A humorous piece on the phenomenon of performative males who drink matcha and listen to Clairo, do they really exist or are they just an online phantom, can they be found haunting the streets of Glasgow, or only your TikTok FYP.
Local
Editor: Charlotte McFadzean
Where to start with GUSA?
GUSA clubs are often intimidating, especially for those without any sports experience before university. An overview of beginner friendly GUSA clubs, interviews, and testimonies from club members.
Sports in Glasgow
Don’t want to spend £175 on a GUSA membership? There are many other places you can go to stay fit and active. Write an article about other gyms and avenues to stay active in Glasgow.
The New Town
Created to rehouse people after the second world war and to handle the over-spill from Glasgow’s populations, Scotland’s new towns were designated between 1955-1977, planned and built from scratch. Investigate the legacy of one or more new towns, and the impact it has had on the social fabric of Scotland.