After much persistence, a team of us have managed to save around half of the 1980 Metro-Cammell Glasgow Subway cars from the scrap yard. A huge thanks to Ben DC for his relentless work to secure deals for these much loved little trains for and project managing their re-homing.

More good news for those on the recent New Glasgow Society & Glasgow City Heritage Trust #DerelictGlasgow walk = consent was given last week for the upper floor conversion of 217-221 Argyle Street into offices with Sexy Coffee opening on the ground floor. It’s been vacant since 2013 🤔! 1/2

The next phase of the Avenues programme will begin early next year with improvement works at Cowcaddens Road, South Portland Street and Duke Street. Find out more 👇 glasgow.gov.uk/article/11039/…

We’re proposing a new cycling route on West Nile Street in the city centre. The active travel link will run parallel to Buchanan Street, creating a north-south connection between Cowcaddens Road and Argyle Street. More info / feedback survey 👉 glasgow.gov.uk/westnilestreet

I am pleased that the new year will see a consultation on Glasgow’s taxi license caps. Building confidence in the availability of late night transport options is key to supporting the city centre economy, and this conversation will guide the future of the city’s taxi provision .

500 new on-street cycle storage units are coming in early next year thanks to Cyclehoop The new units mark a significant expansion of the popular cycle storage scheme & will provide up to 3000 extra safe, secure storage spaces for cyclists in tenements. ow.ly/woc050Uu5jA

Castlemilk Park declared as Scotland's 100th local nature reserve. The park is home to owls, bats, ancient oak & butterflies after a transformation led by locals. 🦉🦋💪 ow.ly/SL4z50Uw2qo

I am honoured to have been nominated by The SNP members to stand for selection in the newly expanded Glasgow Anniesland constituency. If selected, I’ll work to help put independence at the heart of the SNP’s 2026 Holyrood campaign, and use my experience to stand up for Glasgow.

I raised the shocking decision to close Flourish House in Woodlands with Maree Todd. This mental health recovery community provides a vital service for those who rely on it. The Scottish Government should step in and save this service.

Ahead of the work soon to begin on George Square, the 11 bronze statues there were removed for their restoration and return next year. Watch to hear about their restoration from conservation experts Rupert Harris Conservation and Cllr Angus Millar 📹👇

Come along & hear why disabled people are joining #ScotlandDemandsBetter to campaign for better services, better investment in life’s essentials, better social security. Speakers inc. GDA's Tressa Burke. Glasgow Public Meeting: Thurs 4th Sept, 7pm, Renfield Centre, 260 Bath St.

🚒 Our Service Delivery Review gives us an opportunity to free up resources where operational demand is low to increase our training provision across Scotland. There are less than three weeks until our public consultation closes. 👉 Find out more: firescotland.gov.uk/service-delive…

Save our Fire Services Scottish Fire and Rescue Services (SFRS) - Consultation Closing Date - 16 September 2025 Please take 2 mins to help our communities by completing the consultation regarding the closure of Yorkhill or Cowcaddens Fire Stations. babcc.wordpress.com

GDA's #SocialCareExpertGroup is meeting hybrid to discuss the new National Care Advisory Board, which will oversee & advise how to design & deliver social care support, enabling disabled people to live independent lives, participate in & contribute to our own lives & communities.

If you use or need social care, join our Social Care Expert Group and share your voice! 0141 556 7103 [email protected] gda.scot/future-visions…

Grants are available once again through our Low Emission Zone Community Support Fund to deliver local, community-led projects that tackle air pollution, reduce emissions, or improve the environment. Apply by 6 Oct 2025. ▶️ glasgow.gov.uk/13715

How the surface of the transformed George Square will look is now being revealed with granite slabs being laid in front of the City Chambers - these slabs will stretch across the whole Square. Find out more about the project 👉glasgow.gov.uk/georgesquare

We are looking for new members! This is our election year, and we would love for you to join us. We work with local councillors and residents to make the area a better place to live, work and visit. Meetings in-person & on Zoom. Due: 6th October Meeting: Tues 21st October

Fire On Maryhill Road, Glasgow 18th November 1972 To View More Great Old Photos Of Old Glasgow, Visit OldGlasgow.com

Next Tuesday the 18th is our November meeting, in person & on Zoom. Come along and join local councillors and residents as we work to make the area a better place to live, work and visit. (Step free/wheelchair access) FB Event Link: fb.me/e/aw8ggiJU8