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South Lanarkshire Council Leader John Ross came under some fierce criticism over the tweet he posted at the weekend.

As the story emerged online, many of our readers were quick to comment.

Colin John Mitchell posted: “Perhaps he should spend more time sorting out the mess which is Hamilton Town Centre, which is a shambles.”

David Cunning said: “Shocking behaviour from a person in a position that he is in. Poor show.

“He has let himself and Lanarkshire down.”

Graham Moody called for him to stand down as council leader, saying: “Resign, there’s no way you can stay in that job now.”

Nancy Skelton offended by this.”

And she added: “He needs sacked now.”

Tommy Mcphee commented: “If he is not sacked he should resign.”

Lelly Bee said: “Is this to be the way forward?”

Kenny Mackie said: “He should be sacked – if council staff did the same they would be sacked.”

Anne Grogan posted: “It isn’t good enough, he should be fired.”

Scott Hunter wrote: “Forget resigning. He should be sacked!”

And @Realchristinemc took to Twitter to express her anger on the matter.

She tweeted: “Your comment was unacceptable. And now this tweet smacks of insincerity.

“How could your unionist constituents believe that you would act in their best interests when you hold views like that.

“You should stand down as leader of the council.”

But the council leader’s tweet has divided many, and some of our readers backed him.

Scott Howe said: “Good man.” Stephen Mcinally wrote: “Guy’s a legend!”

Jackie Mcauley said: “Brilliant.” Garry Taylor added: “I kinda like this guy!”

Michael Pettit wrote: “Legend!” Sean Mcseveny also praised him, saying: “Hero!”

Richard Welsh said: “You didn’t make any mistake.”

Will Leathem also commented: “What happened to free speech? It’s a cheeky banner at an independence rally.

“What did you expect? Pictures of Boris wrapped in the Union flag? Deary me.”

James Brittle said: “Well done big chap, my words exactly! No need to apologise, freedom of speech!”

Drew Blane wrote: “I can’t see anything wrong with the tweet. It’s his opinion and one that I share.”

Cassie Jane Macdougall said: “Brilliant, that’s the kinda stuff I love to see – complete honesty.”

Megan Louise Mowles wrote: “Don’t know why people are offended?”

Nicola M Mcwhinnie posted: “Go on John Ross!!! I agree with you!!!” wrote:

“I’m