First look at Greater Govan's active travel network plans

Building on the connectivity benefits of the new Govan-Partick Bridge, the Connecting Greater Govan project will make it more attractive for people to walk, wheel and cycle in the area.

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 new network is also expected to enhance connectivity with local amenities, community greenspace and public transport links.

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. 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:

• Govan Road (Moss Road - Elder Park - Orkney Street)
• Orkney Street - Broomloan Road - Summertown Road
• Govan Road - Lorne Street (Summertown Road - Paisley Road West)
• Shieldhall Road - Edmiston Drive

Detailed proposals and visualisations, available through an online Story Map will include junction alterations, new cycle lanes, widened footways, step-free crossings and placemaking improvements. The designs also include opportunities for improved greenspace, seating areas and a more attractive public realm.

Feedback on these routes is being encouraged through completion of a survey which is available online until 1 December 2024 - with paper copies also available on request. 

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

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 from 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."

To streamline planning, funding and implementation of Connecting Greater Govan, the developed design routes have been grouped into two packages. An additional package of route designs for the network will be consulted upon in the new year.

Construction of Connecting Greater Govan is ultimately subject to securing funding beyond the final design stage, with the council actively taking steps to explore all available options.

More details about the Connecting Greater Govan network are available through an online Story Map and the feedback survey can be accessed by clicking on this link.