Lanarkshire man jailed after claiming court order breach was to deliver birthday gifts to his ex

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A Coatbridge man claimed he breached a court order because he wanted to deliver birthday gifts to his ex-partner.Francis Dirkie's plea failed to impress as a sheriff who jailed him for a year at Airdrie Sheriff Court this week.Dirkie, 44, of Barrowfield Street, admitted threatening or abusive behaviour at the woman's home on February 21.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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The police were then contacted.Defence agent Rowan Myles said Dirkie has a serious alcohol problem that has affected his health and his relationship with his long time partner.Head over to our new Lanarkshire Live Facebook page to make sure you're up to date with the top stories in the regionThe solicitor said his client had