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A colourful character has rocked Scotland’s political scene by announcing he will be standing in the council elections next month.

Partick Thistle mascot Kingsley revealed his shock candidacy in Glasgow’s Maryhill ward in an exclusive interview with the Record.

The yellow-skinned personality, who may have been inspired by the success of another citrus-complexioned outsider in the American presidential elections, said he would stand up for football fans’ and mascots’ rights.

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Kingsley, who was unveiled as Thistle’s new mascot two years ago, told us: “Glasgow is my home now. It’s full of brilliant people I call ‘my wee pals’, so I want to dedicate my time to making the city a better place.

“It’s also home to the world’s top football team, Partick Thistle, so why wouldn’t I want to represent all these wonderful things?”

Kingsley has already won the backing of celebrity pals such as actor David Hasselhoff and comedian Hardeep Singh Kohli.

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He revealed his key policies include “free pies and Bovril”, adding: “I’d also consider a vegan or veggie option, especially knowing how the Jags’ players need to keep fit.



I also want to see a new door policy introduced in the City Chambers, so every door is Kingsley-shaped with jagged edges so I can fit in.

“Finally, I want to create a wave machine in the Clyde as I sometimes miss surfing in California, where I’m originally from.”

Rival Glasgow mascots Hoopy the Huddle Hound and Broxi Bear were unavailable for comment.

Kingsley’s election agent Pilar Folo said they were confident of success.