Get involved in the Reading Challenge

This month, I noticed posters in Glasgow Libraries to encourage adults to get involved in reading books and perhaps, joining a book group.

I hope that if you are not borrowing books from your local library, you will consider dropping in to find out about this reading challenge. 

Scottie in the City by St Joseph's Primary

In the last week, I was delighted to find a Scottie in the City designed by pupils from St. Joseph's Primary.

Scottie in the City designed by pupils from St. Joseph's Primary

View of Joseph alongside other Scotties in the City

There are four Scotties in the City including Joseph on the ground floor at the Mitchell Library. They are part of a public art trail in Glasgow to support Maggie's cancer charity on display until 16th August 2026

Changes to streetscape at St Georges Road

This month, there has been significant progress on the construction of the new residential building at the corner of Grant Street and St Georges Road.

The two cranes involved in this construction work dominate the skyline of the area. Traffic management arrangements are controlling vehicle movements at Grant Street. The size and scale of this development brings changes to the local architecture as well as a local population increase for Woodlands.

Celebration of public toilets

Last week, I noticed that the public toilets in Kelvin Way, located next to the bandstand and amphitheatre, have been decorated. The colourful bunting is a positive addition to the toilet building.

Thanks to all the staff who look after the toilets and ensure that the public have access to well maintained facilities when they are enjoying being outdoors around Kelvingrove Park.

Tenement repair at corner of Oakfield Avenue

This month, it has been a relief to find the scaffolding taken down at 16-18 Oakfield Avenue. It has been possible for the road to reopen from Glasgow Street in to Oakfield Avenue.

Tenement restoration at corner of 

Glasgow Street & Oakfield Avenue

In discussions with residents, everyone appreciates the huge efforts made by owners with assistance from their factor, as well as contractors, and the Council to ensure this tenement was restored.

Food growing supported at Cedar Street

From the high rise flats on Cedar Street, there are good views of a community garden and allotments. It is really positive that residents and tenants of Cedar Street have access to food growing spaces.

Views of the community garden and allotment site

The new allotment site is being developed by local gardeners for food growing, this year. This site has been transformed at the end of housing refurbishment works and completion of the first phase of Woodside Making Places. This area is supported as part of Glasgow's Food Growing Strategy.

Accessibility improved at St Georges Cross

In the last week, I noticed that new tactile paving has been installed within the access routes of St Georges Cross Subway Station,

Improved accessibility at St Georges Cross Subway

The investment in the walkways to improve accessibility at St Georges Cross Subway is very welcome. Thanks to everyone involved in efforts to enhance the footways used to access the Subway Stations in Glasgow.