Special measures are being taken to reduce the number of abscondees from both Castle Huntly and Noranside open prisons in Tayside, the chairman of the Noranside visiting committee said yesterday.

AN ESCAPEE from Castle Huntly open prison tried to pass himself off to police as a walker on a day out, Perth Sheriff Court heard.

LEE WILKIE admits he needs to get rid of his self-doubt as he prepares to return to first-team duty after a 10-month absence.

DUNDEE BOSS Alan Kernaghan last night admitted the Dark Blues have been handed an “incredible incentive” following last night’s Tennent’s Scottish Cup draw.