Work to create a major industrial and commercial development in West Dunbartonshire is progressing with detailed approval granted on road infrastructure and development platforms this week. Permissions for Phases One and Two of the £44m Bowling project, which is part of the Glasgow City Region City Deal, were discussed at…
Work is continuing to develop plans for a new road which aims to create fresh business opportunities and reduce congestion in Bishopbriggs. Following a detailed selection process, East Dunbartonshire Council – after consultation with stakeholders and the public – has chosen the preferred route for the new Westerhill Development Road…
Glasgow City Region hosted a 5G Connectivity Event showcasing three innovative Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) funded projects within Glasgow and the wider Region. The event, held on the 10 January 2024, saw more than 80 attendees. Project partners and key stakeholders were invited to presentations and demonstrations…
Construction work to transform Aurs Road between Barrhead and Newton Mearns is underway with the road now closed for 12 months until December 2024. The milestone was marked by a groundbreaking ceremony on 12 January 2024. East Renfrewshire Council Leader Owen O’Donnell met with civil engineering experts GRAHAM who have…
Glasgow City Region is calling for help to shape the development of a Good Employment Charter to promote fair and healthy work practices across the Region. Complete the Region’s short survey to give your views before Thursday 18 January 2024 and help to ensure the Charter benefits everyone across the…
Glasgow City Region’s £160 million Investment Zone took a major step forward today with an open call launched for project funding bids from eligible businesses. Work has progressed with the UK and Scottish Governments through the formal process to scope and finesse the Region’s proposal, following last year’s announcement. Glasgow City Region…
Looking back, 2023 has been a year like no other for Glasgow City Region. From 5G to Innovation, a new low carbon masterplan for the Clyde, the £74 million Shared Prosperity Fund Investment Plan, and a winning bid for a £160 million local investment zone – we have made the…
FinTech Scotland proudly announced the launch of the Financial Regulation Innovation Lab (FRIL), one of the innovative projects funded by the Glasgow City Region Innovation Accelerator. The Lab is a dynamic initiative set to revolutionise and shape the future regulatory landscapes in the UK and around the globe. Championing the…
Work to upgrade and improve Aurs Road between Barrhead and Newton Mearns is set to start on 8 January 2024. The route is set to be transformed – from a winding, single carriage road to a safer, straighter road with a new active travel route and stunning waterside promenade overlooking…
A major step forward in the delivery of the Clyde Metro has been made after it was announced today that Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) would lead on the development of the Case for Investment for the project. The Case for Investment (CFI) is the next key stage in the development of Clyde…
