Martin Gallacher, a former computing teacher in Paisley, was convicted of sexually abusing 12 boys over an 11-year period. Following his conviction, Renfrewshire Council announced an investigation into its handling of earlier allegations against him, which were not reported to authorities. The council acknowledged that insufficient evidence led to the initial complaint being dropped, allowing Gallacher to continue teaching.
The court revealed that Gallacher groomed and abused vulnerable students during classes and extracurricular activities. An independent review is now being commissioned to assess the council's actions, with officials emphasizing the importance of student safety and support for affected individuals.