TNRSMT Community Drop-in Session, 24th March 2026
TRNSMT Drop-in Session 24th March 2026 at 6pm
TRNSMT will be holding an online drop-in session for the community on Tuesday 24th March at 6pm via Microsoft Teams.
Register in advance by completing the Google Docs form.
There will an in-person event in April. We will share details of that nearer the time.
Temporary City Centre Dispersal Zone Effective from 20th March 2026
Temporary City Centre Dispersal Zone effective from 20th March 2026
A temporary dispersal zone will be introduced in Glasgow city centre from Friday, 20 March, 2026, as part of ongoing work to address anti-social behaviour and crime in the area.
The zone will cover an area bounded by St Vincent Place, Glassford Street/Stockwell Street, to the far side of the riverbank, and York Street/West Campbell Street. Glasgow Central Station, St Enoch Square and Union Street all fall within the zone.
The powers allow officers to direct groups of two or more people to leave the area if their behaviour is impacting on the safety and wellbeing of others. Those directed to leave will not be permitted to return to the area for 24 hours.
The measure will be used proportionately and only when necessary as part of wider work with partners to support a safe and welcoming city centre.
Information from Police Scotland
Rubbish on their minds in Glasgow city centre
Merchant City and Trongate Community Council volunteers had rubbish on their minds on Saturday morning.
Almost 30 bags were collected throughout much of the area during two hours of hard work in their latest litter pick.
The Community Council plans to increase the number of its litter picks, perhaps to as many as six a year.
Anyone wanting to join the next one should email secretary@mctcc.scot or see our website for its latest news.
M8 Woodside Viaduct Permanent Works - Public Engagement Events
M8 Woodside Viaduct Permanent Works – Public Engagement Events
Wednesday 25th February from 12 noon to 7pm and Wednesday 4th March from 10am to 5pm
Transport Scotland is currently assessing options for the permanent solution that will ensure the long-term future for this vital stretch of Scotland’s Trunk Road Network. As part of this, Transport Scotland is holding public exhibitions and would welcome feedback on the options for a long-term solution to help inform the next steps of the Permanent Works project.
Public Engagement Events
We are inviting you to attend one of the public engagement events being held to provide local communities and road users with the opportunity to learn more and to share their feedback on the permanent works solution for the M8 Woodside Viaducts.
The details for the public engagements are:
- Wednesday 25 February 2026, 12noon to 7pm
Dundasvale Residents Hall and Community Hub
12 Dundasvale Court, Glasgow, G4 0JS
- Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10am to 5pm
Woodside Halls
36 Glenfarg Street, Glasgow, G20 7QE
A virtual exhibition room will also be available from 12 noon on Wednesday 25 February for anyone unable to attend the in-person events: pinpointcloud.co.uk/M8WoodsideViaducts
Feedback forms will be available at the in-person events and online via the virtual exhibition room. Feedback should be submitted no later than Wednesday 25 March 2026.
For more information visit www.transport.gov.scot/woodside or email M8WoodsideViaducts@wsp.com
Community Litter Pick, 7 March 2026
Community Litter Pick
Saturday 7th March 2026, 10.30am to 12.30pm
MCTCC will be holding their first litter pick of 2026 on Saturday 7th March between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Meet at the Ramshorn Graveyard. Even if you can only spare an hour, you’ll be made very welcome.
Equipment provided
Current Licensing Applications - 21st May
Glasgow City Council Licensing Board notify community councils of newly lodged licensing applications, as we are a statutory consultee. Anyone can make representations about proposed licensing applications. For more information visit the Licensing Board website. To find out how to make a representation, visit https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/article/1095/Make-an-Objection-or-Representation
Current Licensing Applications
| Reference | Premises | Address | Application Type | Details | Last date for comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GC0013 | The Steps Bar | 62 Glassford St Glasgow G1 1UP |
Application for Variation of Premises Licence | Variation proposes to a) add televised sports within and outwith core licensed hours; b) add the following to Further Information, ‘TV Sports may be shown on occasion outwith core hours.’ | 24/05/2026 |
| GC1027 | Cranberry’s | 30 Wilson St Glasgow G1 1SS/td> |
Application for Variation of Premises Licence | Variation proposes to a) amend seasonal variations to read; ‘During the festive period and any other period as defined by the Board, the premises will operate additional hours for the sale of alcohol in accordance with the Board’s Policy in that regard.’ b) add live performance facilities within core licensed hours; c) add televised sports and indorr sports facilities within and outwith core licensed hours; d) amend Further Information to read, ‘Premises may open from 7:30am for the provision of breakfasts, teas, coffees etc. and to cater for functions.’; e) add ‘takeaway of foods, teas, coffees, etc.’ to Additional Activities; f) amend layout of the premises by adding external area on Brunswick Street to seat 32 persons; g) increase on sales capacity from 60 persons to 78 persons; and h) amend the premises description to read, ‘Ground floor cafe located on Wilson Street within Glasgow city centre, an area characterised by mixed commercial, retail and licensed use.’ | 11/06/2026 |
Last updated 21st May 2026
Glasgow's Climate Plan Consultation
Glasgow’s Climate Plan Consultation is now Open
Glasgow is committed to ensuring that our Climate Plan, first published in 2021, stays relevant and effective and has now developed a revision which is out for Consultation. Take the survey here.
This revision builds upon the accomplishments and advances made in the city’s journey towards becoming a net zero carbon city by 2030. It recognises the scale of the opportunity in Glasgow to pursue lower-carbon energy, heating and transport. The Plan reinforces our ambition to become a net zero carbon city and to redouble our efforts to enable a just transition towards that goal.
By bringing together our plans to reduce carbon emissions and to adapt to the impacts of climate change we are already experiencing, we believe that this revised plan will help ensure our city is better equipped to make the journey to net zero carbon and deal with the increasing risks posed by the climate emergency. We also hope that this updated plan makes clear the many benefits that can be achieved through climate action, such as warmer homes, lifting families out of poverty, cleaner air, and providing green job opportunities.
It is really important that Glasgow City Council hears from the people, organisations, and institutions of Glasgow, about what you think, so that they can make sure that Glasgow’s Climate Plan delivers the healthier, greener, more prosperous city that we want to see.
In addition to the revised Climate Plan, they have produced a Quick Guide, which is a good starting point to help you understand what the Climate Plan is and the information it contains. We would also encourage you to have a look at the full Climate Action Plan and let us know your views through this consultation process.
We hope as many people as possible are able to contribute their views to the consultation. Glasgow City Council will also be hosting a series of engagement opportunities across the city during the consultation period. If you are interested in coming along to hear more detail and talk with us about what is important for climate action in Glasgow. This page will be updated with more information about locations, dates and times.
The consultation period runs from Thursday, 11 December 2025 and closes on Sunday, 15 February 2026. Come along to one of our events below to find out more.
- Public Drop In Event St Enochs Centre – 29th January 2026 10am – 4.30pm
- Online Information Session – 5th February 2026 4pm-5pm – Register here
Ingram St/Queen St People First Zone Trial
Ingram St/Queen St People First Zone Trial
Glasgow City Council (GCC) are proposing to trial pedestrian-focussed changes on Queen St and Ingram St, with work scheduled to start in February. The work includes a step-free crossing at the junction of Queen St and Ingram St, followed by the installation of temporary pavement widening and “parklets”.
In advance of the work starting, the proposals can be viewed in the City Chambers’ Satinwood Suite on Thursday 15 January, between 2pm and 7pm. GCC will also launch an online feedback survey shortly; MCTCC will share details when these are available.
Full details about the PFZ approach for Queen Street and Ingram Street, including maps and visualisations are available at https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/peoplefirstzone.
RNIB Scotland: Getting Around the City Centre
RNIB Scotland: Getting Around the City Centre
We were delighted to welcome RNIB Scotland to our November meeting to discuss the challenges faced by blind and partially sighted people when they are out and about.
Eileen Clarkson, Campaigns Officer, RNIB Scotland, explains some of the issues:
My colleague Alan Stewart and I welcomed the chance to talk about what it’s like for someone with sight loss navigating Glasgow’s streets.
Even things that appear aesthetically pleasing such as street furniture and planters can be a hazard. Equally dangerous are badly placed bins, poles or advertising boards. For most sighted people dodging obstacles is relatively easy but this is not the case for people in the blind and partially sighted community.
As the landscape of our city centre changes, blind people must mentally relearn how to navigate their way. Controlled crossings, well-placed tactile paving – the bumpy slab at the paving edge that indicate changes in the street – and clear roads all help make it easier for people to get around.
As someone with sight loss who visits the Merchant City often, Alan shared some of the tactics he employs – for example how he uses his cane to let people know he is approaching and also for detecting potential hazards.
We hope raising these issues will help people realise what makes for a safe and welcoming environment for those who are blind and partially sighted, and recognise the challenges.
Stop! Look around! Ask if this would be a safe environment for someone who is blind – and think what you can do to improve it.
Merchant City and Trongate is one of the most historic and interesting parts of our city. RNIB Scotland wants it to be accessible for everyone.
To find out more please find the link to our Street Credibility Report: RNIB Scotland calls for Street Credibility | RNIB
'Counsels' Filming on Clyde St, 26th - 28th November
Filming of the BBC legal drama series Counsels inside the Virgin Hotel – closed for almost two years -is likely to cause traffic disruption in Clyde Street from Wednesday 26 to Friday 28 November.
One lane will be closed to allow positioning of lighting machines for cameras.
Filming may take place between 9 am and 7 pm on the Thursday and 9 am to 5 pm on the Friday.
Residents or businesses with concerns or questions can contact Location Manager Rhian Howells on rhian@crew-network.co.uk or Rebecca Shepherd, Assistant Location Manager, on Rebecca.shepherd.14@outlook.com