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Glasgow Times
05-07-2025
- General
- Glasgow Times
Thousands take part in Boyne Parade through Glasgow
Attendees marched from different parts of the city – from as early as 8.25am – before converging in the city centre for a parade to Glasgow Green. (Image: PA) The parades are part of celebrations for the County Grand Orange Lodge of Glasgow to remember the Battle of the Boyne in 1690. READ NEXT: 56 Glasgow roads to face restrictions for Boyne Parade today (Image: PA) Later in the day, participants will set off in processions back to their respective areas of the city. A message posted on social media by Glasgow Orange County ahead of the major event urged people to behave respectfully. (Image: PA) (Image: PA) It stated: 'Let us honour the memory of the past with dignity and respect, and ensure our actions reflect the true spirit of our parade both inward and outward through the city. 'I encourage everyone to look after one another, stay safe, and make the day the usual, enjoyable event for all.' READ NEXT: Glasgow's biggest Orange Order parade happens this weekend (Image: PA) We previously told of how dozens of roads in Glasgow would be closed whilst the parade took place. Nearly 60 roads faced restrictions as more than 3500 lodge and band members – as well as those who followed the parade – descended on the city.
Glasgow Times
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Glasgow Times
Road closures expected as 2000 to march through Glasgow
The event, organised by Stand Up to Racism, will feature live music, public speeches, and demonstrations of solidarity, with participants set to carry banners and placards through the city centre. Those taking part in the march will gather at Barrowlands Park at 1pm, with an estimated 2000 attendees expected to join the procession. READ MORE: Nearly 70 Glasgow roads to face major restrictions starting this week for filming While Glasgow City Council has confirmed there will be no formal road closures, police are expected to be implementing rolling closures to ensure public safety and minimal disruption. Although the final route is still under negotiation, the following roads may be affected during the march: Moir Street London Road Trongate Glassford Street Ingram Street South Frederick Street South George Square St. Vincent Place St. Vincent Street Renfield Street Union Street Argyle Street Queen Street Candleriggs READ MORE: Nearly 60 roads to face restrictions in Glasgow for Boyne Parade this July Motorists and public transport users are advised to plan accordingly, with rolling closures expected to cause intermittent delays. In a statement shared online, Stand Up to Racism said: "Our movement fights our government's involvement in the wars that create refugees. "We also stand in solidarity with refugees trying to rebuild their lives while being scapegoated and demonised by the very same politicians."
