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Kathleen Speirs

Glasgow could get water taxis on River Clyde as part of city 'transformation plan'

Glasgow could be getting a water taxi service on the River Clyde as part of the city's upcoming 'transformation plan'.

Park areas and event spaces 'with quality seating' are also on the cards as part of the Glasgow City Centre Transformation Plan (CCTP).

The CCTP is Glasgow City Council's new framework for 'transport decision-making' in the city centre and locals are urged to have their say.

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It's key aims, as listed by council chiefs, are as follows:

  • Re-allocate road space in Glasgow City Centre for active travel and green infrastructure
  • Deliver improved public transport and support/encourage a shift to more sustainable modes, particularly walking, cycling and public transport
  • Improve access for the mobility impaired
  • Achieve a 30 per cent to 40 per cent reduction in peak-hour private car traffic in Glasgow City Centre by 2030

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  • Deliver improvements for servicing (e.g. goods, deliveries and waste collection) to improve the vitality of Glasgow City Centre
  • Support a doubling of Glasgow City Centre's population by 2035
  • Support Glasgow's aim to be carbon neutral by 2030

The council took to social media on Wednesday to encourage locals to get involved with the plan proposals.

A statement read: "What would you make of a linear park or civic waterfront space by the Clyde linking all crossings? How about an event space with quality seating or even a water-taxi?

"Let us know if you want to see these improvements take place."

The Public Consultation survey is now live and open to the general public. The deadline is noon on Monday, September 12. Click here for more information.

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