Preparatory works to take place at Anniesland station

Preparatory works to take place at Anniesland station

Temporary works are underway outside Anniesland station ahead of an upcoming accessibility project.

Due to the area’s mining history, these crucial works must be carried out in front of the station entrances on Great Western Road before the project to improve accessibility at the station begins.



Plans to install two lifts at street level on Great Western Road were first revealed in July.

The main project, which will begin at the end of September, is expected to take 12 months and once complete, will make it easier for people with impaired mobility or those travelling with luggage, children, or bicycles to access the station platforms.

Preparatory works to take place at Anniesland station

Investigative works will be carried out from today until 5 September between 7am and 5pm and will involve the temporary closure of the footpath, parking bays and the inside eastbound lane of Great Western Road.



To keep everyone safe, fencing will provide a barrier between the works and the road, creating a pedestrian walkway to allow continued access to the station entrances during this initial phase.

An information event was held on 15 August at Netherton Community Centre, where residents and other interested parties were able to speak to the project team and learn more about the work and the wider Access for All programme.

Preparatory works to take place at Anniesland station

Amanda Naughton, scheme project manager for Scotland’s Railway, said: “We thank all those who attended the information session, and who have reached out with positive feedback regarding the Anniesland Access for All project.



“We understand there will be some inconvenience to station and road users and to pedestrians during the initial works and the main project.

“We have made sure that access for our teams and equipment has been carefully considered so that the works will cause a minimal amount of disruption. We have also liaised with Glasgow City Council to agree on the safest traffic and pedestrian management system.

“We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as our teams work to complete this project, which will be of great benefit to the people of Anniesland and surrounding areas.”


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