Sustrans funding boost for Barras city deal project

The Scottish Government funded Community Links programme has awarded Glasgow City Council £300,000 for junction improvements in the Barras area, as part of a City Deal project to create a unique, vibrant destination immediately to the east of Glasgow Cross.Delivered in partnership with Sustrans Scotland; the Community Links programme funds infrastructure projects that make it easier for people to walk and cycle for everyday journeys.A key component of the £27 million City Deal-funded Collegelands Calton Barras infrastructure programme; Barras Public Realm project is increasing the attractiveness of its streets and spaces as well as improving travel connections. These enhancements are unlocking the development potential of the area, enabling the continuation of economic activity from the city centre to the East End.This City Deal project has already delivered high quality resurfacing and pavement widening in the area as well as improved lighting and CCTV. Future work planned will improve key streets and junctions adjacent to the Barras and enhance connectivity with the city centre by prioritising pedestrians and cyclists, and reducing the dominance of vehicles.The Community Links funding will maximise the impact of work to improve the attractiveness of the Barras by ensuring all elements as envisaged are delivered, and by providing additionality through an enhanced design.Following procurement in early 2019, work is expected to commence on site in Spring/Summer 2019 and to be complete in 2020.