Changing face of Great Western Road

In recent weeks, concerns have been raised about the closure of shops on Great Western Road, specifically Maplin and Ducati. This week, there have been reports of Glasgow high street shops struggling to compete with online.

Maplins closing down sale.

Ducati store shut.

Hopefully, the vacant shop units on Great Western Road will result in new businesses opening up and development of the local economy. There is currently uncertainty for many local businesses and a need to support the existing shops in the high street.