Thornwood roundabout set for major upgrade as locals brand it the 'scariest in Glasgow'

Plans to transform Glasgow's 'scariest' roundabout have been unveiled.

Glasgow City Council wants to upgrade a key section of National Cycle Network Route seven and redesign Thornwood roundabout. Under the plans, which are now seeking feedback from the public a 2km fully segregated cycle route would run from Pointhouse Place near the Riverside Museum to Dilwara Avenue/Smith Street in Whiteinch.

It would also see new cycling infrastructure along the southern edge of Stobcross Road, Castlebank Street and South Street. As well as the roundabout receiving a 'protected cycle lane linking Broomhill Drive and Dumbarton Road alongside signal-controlled pedestrian crossings, dropped kerbs, tactile paving, and traffic-calming measures designed to reduce vehicle speeds and enhance safety for p