Strathclyde Cycle Campaign
On Sunday 07 June, 5 of us set off on our ride to the sea. Out through Govan on roads some of which were new to us and then we joined the cycle route as we got nearer to Paisley. The rain started just short of Lochwinnoch, making it a good time to get into the cafe.
Continue reading “The sometimes rainy ride to see the sea, 06 June 2026”
The ride on Sunday 07 June, to Irvine Beach, or for the fainter hearted, to Lochwinnoch, will be our longest one, so far, this year.
Here’s a list of consultations going on in Glasgow and around Strathclyde (and one we missed…).
Continue reading “Consultations: September 2025”
After Glasgow’s Gordon St consultation, here’s a list of consultations from outside the city. A few are closing over the weekend in North Ayrshire and Inverclyde.
Continue reading “Consultations: August 2025”
A short list of consultations in and around Glasgow; including some drop-in events. Also, important feedback about progress on city-wide projects.
Continue reading “Consultations & Updates: June 2025”
This issue includes a regional strategy, a few TROs, openings, development plans, Lanarkshire parks and Renfrewshire villages.
There’s another event about Elderslie TODAY 2–7pm in Erskine Sport Centre.
There have been some responses about the future of the Digest. They’ve been split between ones who like the current Digest and those in favour of a more general newsletter.
Continue reading “Consultation Digest (Local) Issue 165, 22 August 2024”
Unfortunately, this Digest is even later than other recent issues as it’s become a struggle for your author to find time for them. This issue has less info than previous ones so it’s quicker to produce. The format of the Digest will have to change further to make it sustainable in future.
Continue reading “Consultation Digest (Local) Issue 147, 4 November 2023”
As destruction dominates the news abroad and in parts of the UK, there’s little solace to be found. However, this issue has a few consultations with plans for new construction following demolitions in North Glasgow and North Ayrshire. Also, renewal for a town centre in South Lanarkshire. In Glasgow, there are plans for city centre junctions and a ‘conversation’ event in the Southside. Elsewhere, there’s a one-way system proposed in Renfrewshire.
Continue reading “Consultation Digest (Local) Issue 146, 19 October 2023”
As we move into summer holiday time (and Pride month) some new consultations are coming out. The biggest in this issue is the final section of Glasgow’s Avenues Plus project – Duke St and John Knox St. Also, another look at plans for Bishopbriggs town centre. Elsewhere it’s North Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire and Loch Lomond.
Sadly May ended with news of a serious collision on Fielden St, Glasgow with a car driver reportedly hitting a cyclist. Tragically, John Morton died in hospital from his injuries on 4 June. GoBike would like to offer sincere condolences to John’s family and friends.
Continue reading “Consultation Digest (Local) Issue 137, 15 June 2023”
The heat is on in June with tight deadlines and tight spaces in South Lanarkshire and Argyll & Bute. Also, updates from North Ayrshire and North Lanarkshire.
As the Argyle Street West TRO closes, an Avenues Plus consultation is due to open in the East End.
It’s also an important time for GoBike with our AGM on Saturday 3 June (World Bicycle Day!), our monthly ride on Sunday 4 June and then the Accessible and Inclusive Design Forum on the Monday.
Continue reading “Consultation Digest (Local) Issue 136, 01 June 2023”