Glasgow rail stations get £1m facelift

A MILLION-pound programme of improvements to rail stations in Scotland in the run-up to the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, has been announced.

Train company ScotRail said there would be improvements at 19 stations in Glasgow and Lanarkshire, as part of a scheme to improve rail services for those attending the Games.

Work will begin later this year at stations close to venues, with improvements including new information screens, waiting shelters, seating and lighting.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

The stations benefiting from the investment are Glasgow – Argyle Street, Bellgrove, Carntyne, Glasgow Central low level, Charing Cross, Duke Street, Exhibition Centre, High Street, Jordanhill, Mount Florida, Partick, Queen Street high level and low level, Scotstounhill, Shettleston and King’s Park.

ScotRail’s managing director, Steve Montgomery, said: “The city will be a key focus for people from around the world, and the work that we are doing will ensure that Scotland’s railway is reflected positively.”

Scotland’s transport minister, Keith Brown, said: “ I am delighted that ScotRail is meeting its commitment to invest £1 million in facilities to make travelling by train to the Games a better option for spectators.