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Glasgow Times
02-07-2025
- Climate
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow city centre street reopens after sinkhole shuts road
St Vincent Street is open for traffic again from today, following nearly a month of works. The bust street was shut from its junction with Newton Street to its junction with Elmbank Street since early June, when a sinkhole appeared outside the Scottish Power building. Following investigations, repairs were carried out on both the sewer network and an adjacent water main by contractor George Leslie. Repairs were made more challenging due to the presence of uncharted underground utilities and structures. Glasgow city centre street reopens after sinkhole shuts road (Image: Scottish Water) (Image: Scottish Water) (Image: Scottish Power) READ NEXT: Glasgow city centre road closed as sinkhole discovered A Scottish Water spokesperson said: 'We'd like to thank residents, businesses and road users for their patience and cooperation while we carried out this emergency repair in a busy part of the city. 'We're pleased to confirm the road has now reopened and all work has been safely completed.' During the works, the firm also worked closely with organisers of the Lloyd's Tour of Britain Women's cycle race, which successfully went ahead using a revised route during the closure.
Glasgow Times
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Glasgow Times
Residents face three months of roadworks near Glasgow
Scottish water is planning to undertake the work to 'help protect the environment of Kilbarchan' in Renfrewshire. The work will start on Monday, July 14 and last approximately 13 weeks. READ NEXT: Renfrewshire Council has paid this much over workplace accident claims A spokesperson for Scottish Water said: 'There will be considerable roadworks during the dates above with footpath closures and no vehicle access or parking in front of the shops on High Barholm as well as lane closures on High Barholm and Station Road. 'The footpath in front of the Kilbarchan Guide Hall will be closed and signage will redirect pedestrians safely via an alternative route. 'Pedestrian access to the shops will be maintained and local businesses will remain open as usual.' Scottish Water's delivery partner George Leslie will be carrying out the work on their behalf. READ NEXT: Update on controversial swimming pool at home 'transformed by celebrity designer' 'We appreciate the roadworks will cause some disruption for road users and local residents and thank them for their patience and understanding while we carry out this essential work,' added the spokesperson.
The Herald Scotland
04-06-2025
- General
- The Herald Scotland
Afton Reservoir peatland area restoration completed ahead of schedule
The scheme is part of its bid to protect water quality, and secure carbon emissions in the face of climate change. Work will no longer need to continue later in the year, following a pause for the bird nesting season, thanks to the quick progress made by contractor George Leslie. The project aims to return the land to a more natural state by closing up drains which cover much of the area – using a technique called zippering. This allows water to be held within the land, encouraging healthy peatlands and preventing erosion. Afton Reservoir is six miles south of New Cumnock and is fed by a sizeable catchment area drawing water from all the surrounding hills. Afton Reservoir (Image: Scottish Water) The land here drains into the reservoir, with the water taken to a treatment works in Afton before it goes on to supply much of Ayrshire.
Daily Record
03-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Major 10-year programme of works complete in Renfrew
Since 2013, Scottish Water has been involved in efforts to address challenging ground conditions around the King George V Memorial playing fields. After more than 10 years of interventions, a major project has been completed to protect waste water services to customers in Renfrew. Since 2013, Scottish Water has been involved in efforts to address the challenging ground conditions around the King George V Memorial playing fields. Brian Campbell, delivery manager with Scottish Water, told the Paisley Daily Express: 'The ground is mainly Clyde Alluvium – clay, silt and sand deposited by the river – which is easily compressed and becomes unstable. 'Unfortunately, over the years this has caused a range of problems culminating in a sewer collapse eight metres underneath the King George V Memorial playing fields. 'The scale of the challenge has been matched by the scale of the solution and completion of this project marks a significant milestone for the community and our customers.' A substantial package of ground investigation and monitoring work was undertaken which included regular tankering from the sewer to clear back-up and the installation of temporary pumps. In the meantime, a project was developed to address the difficult ground conditions and replace the damaged section of sewer. Carried out by delivery partner George Leslie and specialist sub-contractors, work began in November 2023 and involved driving metal sheets into the ground to create a cofferdam. Ground water was then extracted from the work area to allow the eight-metre-deep sewer to be safely excavated. The pipe and associated manholes were then replaced, and the site backfilled using more suitable materials to minimise the risk of further subsidence or collapses. Ian Jardine, contract manager at George Leslie, said: 'The technical collaboration exhibited by our entire project team including our designer, Cowi and specialist contracting partners including WJ Dewatering and Mabey Hire were critical in resolving the challenges we faced. 'We are proud to have delivered for Scottish Water. The innovative engineering solutions we found to tackle the complex ground conditions will be a valuable case study for future civil engineering projects.' Mr Campbell added: 'To say this has been a challenging project is an understatement, and we are extremely grateful to the local community for their patience and understanding over the years. 'Their cooperation has been just as important as the engineering excellence shown by the project team. 'The work reflects the difficult ground conditions in Renfrew in general, and we have been investing heavily in the area, not least in the playing fields and King's Inch Road to ensure customers and the environment are protected. 'We are now in discussions with the local authority to ensure the playing fields are reinstated to a standard that meets the community's needs and expectations for many years to come.'
Glasgow Times
02-06-2025
- Climate
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow city centre road closed as sinkhole discovered
The Glasgow Times reported last week that the road was shut amid what was thought to have been a burst water main. Now, St Vincent Street has been sealed off between Newton Street and Elmbank Street as the cause of the sinkhole is investigated. Scottish Water has confirmed that they are carrying out an emergency sewer repair on St Vincent Street in Glasgow after a sinkhole appeared in the eastbound carriageway outside the Scottish Power building. To allow this essential work to be carried out safely, the publicly-owned utility have closed the eastbound section of St Vincent Street between Newton Street and Elmbank Street. Glasgow city centre road closed as sinkhole discovered (Image: Scottish Water) READ MORE: Glasgow's O2 ABC branded an 'eyesore' as half-demolished site dormant for months The investigations are still in the early stages, with the affected sewer located around four metres below the surface. The cause of the sinkhole is not yet known, and the duration of the repair will depend on the outcome of further investigations. A Scottish Water Spokesperson said, 'We're working hard to investigate and fix this issue as quickly and safely as possible to help minimise disruption. 'We are also aware of upcoming events in the area, including The Lloyd's Tour of Britian Women cycle race this Sunday and the Men's 10K next weekend. We're in discussions with the organisers, but both events are still expected to go ahead. The road is currently closed eastbound (Image: Scottish Water) READ MORE: How Scottish folk band's tune The Glen has become remixed viral TikTok hit song 'We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding while we carry out this essential repair.' Local businesses remain open as usual, and pedestrian access is being maintained. Road users are advised to follow the signs in place. This work is being carried out by Scottish Water's contractor, George Leslie.
