The Disasters that Shocked Scotland

S01E06 Millennium Hotel and Clarkston

Using archival footage, heartfelt accounts from those affected, and insights from journalists who reported on the incidents, this episode delves into two tragedies that left a profound impact on the nation. We look back at the 2013 bin lorry crash, which occurred just days before Christmas when a runaway bin lorry plowed into pedestrians before colliding with the Millennium Hotel in Glasgow's George Square. Additionally, we explore the catastrophic gas explosion at a shopping center in Clarkson that took place in 1971, leaving behind a devastating legacy.