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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Explained: the latest plans for Glasgow city centre streets
The latest plans for the City Centre Avenues project involve changes to key streets, including public transport routes and around city centre train stations. Which Streets are changing? Argyle Street (Image: GCC) The street from Queen Street to Stockwell Street/Glassford Street has been pedestrian-only since the 1970s. The new Argyle Street East Avenue project will run from Union Street/ Jamaica Street to Glasgow Cross. A one-way west-to-east bus route will pass through the pedestrianised section of the street, aimed at creating much shorter journey times and better public transport connections. The pedestrian zone is to be opened up and as well a the bus lane down the centre, a cycle lane will be created to the south of the busy street. Queen Street and Ingram Street Plans in the area will include a newly designed Queen Street and Ingram Street to make the area outside the Gallery of Modern Art more pedestrian-friendly. (Image: GCC) Permitting buses to travel east along Argyle Street will take traffic away from Queen Street and Ingram Street allowing changes to be made. New surfacing and wider 'level crossings' outside GoMA will give pedestrians more priority. More greenery and planters are planned to improve the appearance. (Image: GCC) The work will link into the redevelopment of George Square due to be completed in the second half of next year. (Image: GCC) (Image: GCC) Why are the changes being made? Angus Millar, Convener for City Centre Recovery and Transport, said: 'The Argyle Street East Avenue is about readying these famous streets for the century ahead. 'Recent decades have been tough for this part of town but we're seeing new turnaround developments on Trongate, major new retail offerings on Argyle Street and global employers investing in new headquarters just further west. That's real confidence in our city centre. 'The Argyle Street East Avenue is about creating the conditions for more of that. But also, giving Glaswegians a greener, more attractive city centre with an international look and feel they can be proud of.' When will work start? Contractors are being invited to bid for contracts and work is expected to start next year. How much will it cost? No specific costs have been publicly revealed but the work is part of the wider £120m Avenues Project. Who is paying for it? The funding for the Avenues projects is from the Glasgow City Region Deal, which was jointly funded by the UK and Scottish Governments with half a billion pounds each. Will there be cycle lanes? There will be a cycle lane along the current stretch of Argyle Street that is pedestrian only. What do people think? The Glasgow Times asked people on Argyle Street this week about the plan. Victoria Wilson was in town with her two year-old son Ollie. (Image: Newsquest) She said: 'There is plenty of room for a bus lane and for people to walk. I think it would be fine. 'The street is not as busy as it was years ago. If it makes it easier to get the bus, that's good.' Chris Seton, from Larbert, is a regular visitor. (Image: Newsquest) He said: I used to do a lot of driving in Glasgow. It has become difficult to get around. If buses can go right along the street it's a good idea. Improvement always helps.' Another man in town with his granddaughter who wished to be anonymous, said: ' I suppose if it's going to help people get around its not too bad. 'If it helps the buses move quicker, that's good.' Opinion online was less than favourable. Comments included: 'This is another reduction in space for pedestrians!' 'Don't allow vehicles through Argyle Street.' 'A road on Argyle Street, why are we going back the way? What a waste of money and public spaces.' What do you think? Let us know in the comments and at
STV News
6 days ago
- Business
- STV News
New images of Argyle Street revamp released as part of £120m project
New images show how part of Glasgow's Argyle Street could be transformed under plans to make the key thoroughfare 'more attractive' to residents, visitors and investors. Glasgow City Council is working on the Argyle Street East Avenue project, which will see the revamp of a stretch from Glasgow Cross to Central Station. Under the scheme, pavements will be widened, new green areas developed and a new west-to-east bus route created. Work is set to begin in early 2026. It is part of the wider £120m-plus Avenues programme under way across the city centre, which is funded by the Scottish and UK Governments through the Glasgow City Region City Deal. Cllr Angus Millar, SNP, the council's convener for city centre recovery and transport, said: 'The Argyle Street East Avenue is about readying these famous streets for the century ahead. 'Recent decades have been tough for this part of town but we're seeing new turnaround developments on Trongate, major retail offerings on Argyle Street and global employers investing in new headquarters just further west. That's real confidence in our city centre. 'The Argyle Street East Avenue is about creating the conditions for more of that. But also, giving Glaswegians a greener, more attractive city centre with an international look and feel they can be proud of.' LDRS A pedestrian-friendly zone is planned on Ingram Street. Image from Glasgow City Council The council has published a prior information notice to gauge interests from firms who may wish to bid for the project contract. This project will link in with ongoing work at the western end of Argyle Street, and when completed will 'help transform the look and feel of the street from the M8 to the Gallowgate', the council has said. Stuart Patrick, chief executive of the Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, said: 'The move to significantly enhance both the functionality and appeal of a key part of Glasgow city centre is a welcomed development. 'Creating a more attractive environment for businesses, residents and visitors, while improving connectivity between our transport hubs, is essential to Glasgow's long-term economic recovery. 'Although the Avenues programme is complex, using a combination of lessons learned from previous phases alongside continued engagement with business, it is hoped there will be limited impact on the trading environment.' LDRS A pedestrian-friendly zone is planned on Ingram Street. Image from Glasgow City Council The project is set to include a new bus route through the pedestrianised section of the street, which the council has said will create much shorter journey times and better public transport connections. It will also 'create the conditions to accelerate work to create more pedestrian-priority spaces and reduce traffic' around Queen Street, Ingram Street and Candeleriggs. Engagement with the local community around these streets is planned in the coming weeks. The council's plans have been welcomed by some transport operators and passenger groups. Dr George Hazel OBE, chair of the Glasgow City Region Bus Partnership, said they would deliver faster, more reliable journey times. He added: 'This makes public transport a more attractive and convenient option, encouraging people to make fewer car journeys which reduces congestion and contributes towards a more equitable and sustainable transportation system for all. 'It also supports the economy of the city centre improving access for workers and the retail and leisure sectors.' Greig Mackay, director for Scotland at Bus Users UK, a charity dedicated to promoting accessible public transport, said: 'A new west-to-east bus route in the city centre will help reduce journey times and increase service reliability which is good news for those who rely on public transport, and for the wider environment. 'Interventions which make journeying by bus a more viable and appealing option can attract new bus passengers and encourage existing users to travel more frequently.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nord Anglia Education's Class of 2025 Heading to the World's Top Universities
LONDON, July 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading international schools group Nord Anglia Education today announced that its Class of 2025 has secured places at many of the world's most prestigious universities. With over 80 schools across 35 countries, Nord Anglia graduates have received offers to top 100 QS ranked destinations including the University of Oxford, Stanford University, Yale University, and the University of Cambridge, amongst many others. Since July 2021, Nord Anglia has been the largest provider of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). THE AMERICAS HIGHLIGHTS Graduates from Avenues New York are heading to top-tier US universities, including Stanford University, Princeton University, Yale University, and Columbia University. From British International School Boston, Liv has been accepted at Princeton University, Sofia will be attending Stanford University, and Priyamvada is bound for the London School of Economics. Avenues São Paulo students are heading to universities such as UC Berkeley, the University of Toronto, Columbia University, and the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. This year's graduates from Colegio Menor Quito have earned places at esteemed universities including New York University, the University of Notre Dame, and Tulane University. In Mexico, students from Greengates have secured offers at several of the UK's most prestigious universities, such as the University of Cambridge, University College London, King's College London, and the University of Edinburgh. CHINA HIGHLIGHTS At The British School of Guangzhou, graduates will go on to study at Berklee College of Music, King's College London, University College London, the University of Hong Kong, and beyond. Meanwhile, students at Léman International School Chengdu have secured offers from University of Oxford, University College London, Imperial College London, and University of Hong Kong, showcasing academic excellence across science and humanities fields. Graduates of Nord Anglia International School Shanghai, Pudong are also celebrating exceptional outcomes, with destinations including the London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, King's College London, and the University of Birmingham. EUROPE HIGHLIGHTS Students from Collège du Léman have earned places at some of the world's top 50 universities, such as Cornell University, Imperial College London, the University of Hong Kong, UC Berkeley, and University College London. Dean from Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam will pursue Business at Erasmus University while fellow classmate Ethan is headed to Maastricht University to study Regenerative Medicine and Technology. At The British International School Bratislava graduates will begin their next chapters at universities such as Brown University, King's College London, Imperial College London, and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology. At Oxford International College, 106 students have received offers from the UK's most distinguished G5 institutions, including the University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, London School of Economics and Political Science, and University College London. MIDDLE EAST HIGHLIGHTS At Nord Anglia International School Dubai, graduates have received places at world-leading institutions including University College London, University of Southern California, King's College London, University of Virginia, and University of Bath. At The British School of Kuwait, Head Girl Salma is pursuing her passion for medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Bahrain, while Layan has accepted an offer to study architecture at University College London. Graduates from Amman Academy are preparing to begin their next chapter at some of the world's most prestigious universities such as Brown University, University of Pennsylvania, and Cornell University. At Swiss International Scientific School Dubai, students have earned over US$10 million in university scholarships, with offers to the London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, McGill University, UCLA, University of Warwick, Queen Mary University of London, and University of Manchester. SOUTHEAST ASIA HIGHLIGHTS This year at British Vietnamese International School, Ho Chi Minh City graduates have earned over 305 university offers and over US$6 million in scholarships from prestigious universities around the world. Students have accepted offers from universities such as UC Berkeley, the University of Edinburgh, and Boston University. At the British International School Ho Chi Minh City six students received multiple offers from South Korea's most prestigious institutions. Amongst them are Seoul National University, Korea University, Yonsei University (collectively known as the SKY universities), the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, and Sungkyunkwan University. British Vietnamese International School, Hanoi students have offers from world-renowned institutions, including the University of Oxford, UC Berkeley, Columbia University, the University of Bath, New York University, the University of Sydney, and the London School of Economics and Political Science. This year's graduates from the British School Tashkent will continue their academic journeys at universities such as King's College London, the University of Sydney, the University of Washington, Iowa State University, and the University of British Columbia. University destinations for this year's class at The British International School Kuala Lumpur include Imperial College London, King's College London, the University of Toronto, the University of British Columbia, the University of Warwick, and more. For example, graduating senior Shumala received offers to the University of Bristol and Imperial College London. Dover Court graduates in Singapore are preparing to begin studies at many leading institutions, such as the University of Cambridge, the University of Bath, University College London, King's College London, and the University of Edinburgh. INDIA HIGHLIGHTS In India, graduates of Oakridge International School Gachibowli are heading to elite institutions across the United States and United Kingdom. These include the Marshall School of Business at USC, Georgia Tech, Purdue University, and Rutgers, underscoring the school's focus on academic achievement and future-ready learning. Learn more about Nord Anglia's schools or apply for a place at Media Enquiries:David BatesSenior Communications Manager, Nord Anglia EducationM +44 (0) 7787 About Nord Anglia Education:As a leading international schools organisation, we're shaping a generation of creative and resilient global citizens who graduate from our schools with everything they need for success, whatever they choose to be or do in life. Our strong academic foundations combine world-class teaching and curricula with cutting-edge technology and facilities, creating learning experiences like no other. Inside and outside of the classroom, we inspire our students to achieve more than they ever thought possible. No two children learn the same way, which is why our schools around the world personalise learning to what works best for every student. Inspired by our high-quality teachers, our students achieve outstanding academic results and go on to study at the world's top universities. Our Nord Anglia global family includes 80+ day and boarding schools in 35 countries, teaching over 90,000 students from ages 3 to 18. Logo - View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Nord Anglia Education
STV News
03-07-2025
- STV News
Plans aim to make area around Glasgow Central station 'more welcoming'
Views are being sought on the planned redesign of the area outside the city's Central Station, which aims to make it 'more welcoming'. Glasgow City Council's consultation on public realm improvements at Gordon Street has now begun and will run until August 24. Work is expected to start in spring next year and could include a new drop-off and private hire area, extra space to address pedestrian 'pinch points' and a one-way traffic system to reduce the speed of vehicles. A new rail replacement bus service location is also proposed as well as changes to the road crossing to make reaching the bus and taxi rank easier. Cllr Angus Millar, SNP, convener for city centre recovery, transport and climate, said: 'Glasgow city centre is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades with the delivery of the Avenues programme and the renovation of George Square, and we want to keep building on that momentum. 'Transport hubs like Central Station are a key gateway to the city centre for residents, commuters and visitors, so there's a real opportunity to improve the city centre experience for many by making Gordon Street more attractive, accessible and welcoming. 'If you want to learn more about the emerging proposals for this area or let us know what you think, please take part in this consultation.' The council has said the consultation will inform the development of a 'more welcoming, safer and more accessible public space'. Plans also include uninterrupted entry and exit to Central Station main entrance, less clutter for people going into the train station and more space for external retail seating. There could also be uninterrupted sheltered space under the canopy, with no vehicles, so the 'exposed historical architecture features could be seen more easily'. New signs are planned to direct people to available facilities, planters could be installed and clearer routes introduced for westbound pedestrians. To take part in the consultation, go to: Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Glasgow Times
03-07-2025
- Glasgow Times
New plan to redesign busy Glasgow city centre street
Glasgow City Council has started a consultation on proposed changes to Gordon Street outside Central Station. The street is busy all day with people coming and going from the station, the busiest in Scotland. It is also the first impression of the city for many first-time visitors who arrive by train. READ NEXT: Outcome of inspections at 8 of Glasgow's homeless hotels revealed The taxi rank is one of the most used in the city and buses and coaches serving the station are often parked in the street. (Image: newsquest) The plan is intended to create 'a more welcoming, safer and more accessible public space'. The proposals include changes to traffic flow, and bus and private hire operations. The plan would introduce a one-way traffic system to reduce the speed of vehicles in the area. Also, a new drop-off and private-hire spot and a new rail replacement bus service location. READ NEXT:We fact check the claim no-one uses Glasgow's new cycle lanes. READ NEXT:Get You in Town: New campaign to promote Glasgow city centre as a destination It aims to provide 'uninterrupted entry and exit to Central Station main entrance, with additional space. 'Less clutter for people going into the train station and 'More space for external retail seating'. The plan includes: 'Uninterrupted sheltered space under the canopy, with no vehicles there, meaning the exposed historical architectural features could be seen more easily.' It is intended to create clearer routes for west-bound pedestrians heading towards Buchanan Street. (Image: newsquest) The council said: 'A large crossing point in a narrower carriageway makes crossing to the bus and taxi rank easier'. There will be new 'way-finding' signage to direct people to the available facilities and 'additional space to address pedestrian pinch points'. Redevelopment will include Installation of raised planters with trees for biodiversity / water retention and an improved environment. Councillor Angus Millar, Convener for City Centre Recovery, Transport and Climate, said: 'Glasgow city centre is undergoing its biggest transformation in decades with the delivery of the Avenues programme and the renovation of George Square, and we want to keep building on that momentum. 'Transport hubs like Central Station are a key gateway to the city centre for residents, commuters and visitors, so there's a real opportunity to improve the city centre experience for many by making Gordon Street more attractive, accessible and welcoming. 'If you want to learn more about the emerging proposals for this area or let us know what you think, please take part in this consultation.' The consultation will run until 24 August, and to find out more or give views about these proposals, those interested should visit: The improvement works at Gordon Street are expected to begin in the Spring of 2026.
