Locals asked to help shape plans for Govan active travel network in Glasgow

Residents and businesses are to help shape plans for a new walking, wheeling and cycling network in Govan.

Building on the connectivity benefits of the new Govan-Partick Bridge, the Connecting Greater Govan project aims to encourage people away from cars.

In addition to providing around 20km of high-quality cycleways, footways will be improved and public realm enhanced.

Upgrading of crossing points and road junctions, along with enhancements to street lighting and drainage, are also planned.

The proposals for Govan form part of the wider City Network which will provide around 270km of safe, accessible and direct active travel routes across the city.

Set to be delivered by 2031, the network will connect to key amenities and drivers of travel such as education, business, retail and culture.

Community feedback for Connecting Greater Govan will initially be sought on four developed route designs, incorporating roads such as Govan Road, Broomloan Road, Summertown Road, Shieldhall Road and Edmiston Drive.

Cllr Angus Millar, convener for transport and climate said: “Our City Network of segregated active travel infrastructure aims to connect communities across the city and provide more people with the opportunity to get about Glasgow safely through walking, wheeling and cycling.

“By supporting a roll-out of new infrastructure for routine journeys, we can help create a sustainable transport system that tackles carbon emissions, improves public health and creates safer communities.

“There is still a great deal of work to be undertaken, and we are engaging with local communities on detailed designs, such as the work starting this week across the Greater Govan area.”

Transport Scotland’s Places for Everyone programme, administrated by Sustrans, is funding development of the route designs.

Carole Patrick, Portfolio director at Sustrans said: “Giving more people in Glasgow the opportunity to walk, wheel and cycle plays a vital role in saving lives, tackling climate change and supporting economic growth.”

“New protected cycle lanes and improved crossings mean more children can get to and from school safely, while better links to public transport allow people easy access to businesses and workplaces.“

“It is so valuable to hear directly from people living and working in the area, so we encourage the community to take part and share their views on the proposals to help create a more inviting and sustainable future for the city.“

Feedback from the public on the routes is being encouraged through completion of a survey which is available online until December 1, 2024.

A community drop-in event will also be hosted at Elder Park Library and Community Hub on Monday, November 11, 2024 between 3pm and 7.30pm.