Concern about empty buildings

Many residents are fearful about the number of empty properties in the area. The lack of repair and maintenance of these buildings creates eyesores on local streets.

Owners of empty buildings are encouraged to give attention to their upkeep including stopping weeds and vegetation growing on roofs or gutters.

No Mow Summer

This year, more people have supported No Mow Summer. This is needed to support biodiversity. Less lawn mowing is making a huge difference to wildlife in gardens. Also, I have noticed lots of beautiful flowers in tenement gardens during July.

South Woodside Road

West Princes Street

There are many gardens that help wild flowers and struggling pollinators. They give nectar rich food to butterflies and bees, as well as seeds, berries and cover for birds and small mammals.

New mural on West Princes Street

There is a stunning new mural on the corner of West Princes Street and Park Road. It celebrates nature with striking images of toads, a snake, and a heron.

There is a collection of murals in the Woodlands, Kelvinbridge and Byre Road areas to enjoy. Hopefully, we can develop a west end mural trail similar to the experience of the city centre.

Future Surgeries in 2022

I will be available to meet residents with concerns within local libraries.

Please note the following information about my surgeries:-

1st Friday of each month from August 2022 from 2 - 3pm, at seating in Woodside Library.

3rd Friday of each month from August from 2 - 3pm, at seating in Hillhead Library.

You can drop - in or book an appointment in advance by email or text message. 

Also, I can meet by appointment using MS teams on the following days:-

1st Wednesday of each month from August 2022 from 7 - 8pm

3rd Wednesday of each month from August 2022 from 7 - 8pm

I can continue to meet outdoors in local public parks by appointment only.

I look forward to hearing from you. 

Thankyou.

Glasgow University Campus Development

An update of the Glasgow University Campus Development Plan was shared at a community engagement event on Monday 13th June. Attendees were provided with an overview of the construction works.

View of University Place with limited car parking spaces

There are residents living within University Place who are seeking reassurance that new buildings will not infringe on their privacy. There were questions raised about lighting, cleaning and office design. It is anticipated that further dialogue with residents will take place to resolve their concerns. 

There is a festival called Arcadia planned by the University to celebrate the opening of the new campus facilities in September 2022.

Civic Street Open Days over the Summer

On Saturday 4th June, I attended the open day at Civic Street to support discussions on ideas to enhance open space and accessibility at Civic House. There are opportunities to get involved by attending other open days over the Summer.

Reference is made to local heritage

Ideas for ways to improve the area include changes to street layout

Information about future open days on 2nd July, 6th August and 3rd September

View of existing open space area between Civic Street and Garscube Road

You are very welcome at the open days, where practical workshops are available to support wildlife, reuse, repair, recycling and cycling.

Shorelines Project mural for Cop26

This month, I found the Shorelines Project's mural on a walkabout of Edington Street.  It transforms the streetscape with an image of Mother Earth.

Views of the 45 metre long mural.

The renowned activist and artists, Gustavo Chavez Pavon produced this mural to commemorate Cop26 on the Scottish Opera's Edington Street Production Studios. More details at: https://theshorelinesproject.com/project/a-dream-for-life-and-freedom-glasgow/