Plans have been revealed for a £9 million public realm improvements project in Glasgow.

Construction work in the Byres Road area is set to begin in late 2018.

A design team led by architects Benton Scott-Simmons has been appointed to draw up proposals for the scheme, which were created through the findings of a public consultation.

Key highlights include:

• Support for full street redesign, with improvements benefiting groups such as cyclists and pedestrians

• Enhance the pedestrian environment, with improved surfaces, reduced street clutter and pavement seating

• Safe cycle routes


• Resources available to allow community involvement in design and programming of events in potential new civic spaces

• Priority spaces were identified, including Ashton Road car park, Church Street triangle, and corners at Chancellor Street and Great George Street

Funding for the scheme will be provided from the £1.13 billion Glasgow City Region City Deal. The works will aim to improve connections to the Glasgow University campus, as well as complementing proposals which will see the expansion of the University campus onto the site of the former Western Infirmary.

Work to prepare the public realm designs will start in late February, featuring community consultation and technical design work.

Council Leader Frank McAveety said: "Byres Road is a jewel in the crown of Glasgow's economic and social life, attracting visitors from Glasgow and beyond to its attractions during the day and at night.

"This consultation process will help to ensure that it remains in this position by informing how best to shape the Byres Road that everyone with an interest in the area wants, and I would urge all stakeholders to participate."

(LM)