Engineers will be repairing and repainting the bridge from July 13th and will also improve drainage alongside removing vegetation to strengthen the bridge’s lifespan. 

The works will prompt temporary changes in August, such as two planned railway closures and short-term traffic lights at the junction of Nithsdale Street and Allison Street.

The works, which are expected to be completed by September 19th this year, will cause rail services to be affected on the weekends of August 8th-9th and and on the 15th-17th of that month.

During these periods no trains will operate between Glasgow Central and destinations such as Cathcart, Maxwell Park, Neilston and Newton through the affected section of line.

Replacement bus services will be operating, but commuters have been advised to check in advance of travelling. 

Lesley Percy, scheme project manager at Network Rail Scotland, said: “This investment will help ensure Pollokshaws Road bridge remains safe and fit for the future, supporting reliable journeys for passengers and road users alike.

“We appreciate that some disruption is unavoidable, and we’d like to thank the community in advance for their patience while we carry out these essential improvements.”

Mark Ilderton, ScotRail service delivery director, said: “We’re encouraging customers travelling between Glasgow Central and Newton or Neilston to plan ahead on the weekends of 8-9 and 22-23 August, when Network Rail carries out this important bridge improvement work.

“Customers should check their journey before travelling and, where possible, use ScotRail services via Barrhead or East Kilbride. Local bus operators also provide alternative travel options.”

Network Rail continues to work towards maintaining safety and reliability within Scotland’s railway infrastructure.