The latest phase, which began on January 6, will see improvements to connectivity and accessibility for pedestrians, wheelers and cyclists in the area.
New trees will be planted, the width of the road reduced and improved crossing facilities will be introduced, as well as rain gardens.
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Those gardens collect run-off to water plants which have been introduced to the streets, and helping to reduce water-polluting storm events and provide capacity in the sewer as well as improving air quality.
Rain gardens are already in place on Argyle Street.
The Duke Street and John Knox Street works are being carried out by Rainton Construction with a budget of almost £8 million, with the works expected to be completed by early 2026.
Councillor Angus Millar, Convener for Climate, Transport and City Centre Recovery at Glasgow City Council, said: “The public realm improvement work now begun at Duke Street and John Knox Street will improve the appearance of what is a key entrance point to the city centre.
“Equally importantly, the new features that will be delivered by the project will make it easier for everyone to travel to, from and through the area, reduce the risk of local flooding and improve the local environment.”
Artists impression of the John Knox street improvements (Image: Glasgow City Council)
Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Fiona Hyslop, said: “I welcome the start of the next phase of the Glasgow Avenues Plus project which the Scottish Government is supporting with £21 million of funding.
“This phase is supported through the Places for Everyone programme, funded by the Scottish Government through Transport Scotland and administered through Sustrans.
“This phase will assist in revitalising Glasgow city centre, making the area safer, more attractive and accessible for everyone living in and travelling it.
“Over £155 million has already been allocated to Active Travel in the past year by the Scottish Government, which continues to bring real change to communities across Scotland. The Scottish Government’s continued investment in these projects enable people to leave their cars at home and embrace a more active lifestyle for our health, wellbeing and climate.”
Karen McGregor, Scotland Director at Sustrans, said: “Every time we choose to walk, wheel or cycle for a short trip, it’s a choice which makes a difference – and these small decisions all add up to something big for our health, our wellbeing, and the money we save.
“But we know from talking to communities across the city that many people don’t feel confident enough to make these choices. This isn’t fair. And this is why it’s so important to invest in safer and more inclusive connections which support more Glaswegians in getting around the way they want to.
“This phase of Avenues Plus will do exactly that, and we’re delighted to support the commitment of Glasgow City Council and the Scottish Government in making this positive vision a reality.”