The Latest Breaking News from Glasgow City Council

Glasgow Watt Brothers luxury hotel plans shown in new images as council considers move

A stretch of Sauchiehall Street could be given a new lease of life if plans for a new 'high-end' hotel in the heart of the city centre go through, with proposals shown in new CGI images.

Glasgow Live · Apr 25, 2022

Story behind Glasgow's abandoned concrete 'skyscraper' - the mysterious Lion Chambers

Once an architectural gem of Glasgow's streets, the Lion Chambers have since fallen into a state of disrepair - and despite efforts from local organisations, the future looks bleak for the historic building.

Glasgow Live · Apr 24, 2022

Shame of council bid to cut abuse victim’s payout

Record View says Glasgow City Council’s attempt to mitigate the damage was a shameful bid to swerve some of the blame.

Daily Record · Apr 23, 2022

‘Sea of rubbish’ near Springburn sparks rage from residents

A Glasgow resident took to social media to blast the thoughtless fly-tipping in Springburn and across Glasgow, stating "the entire city is filthy and neglected".

Glasgow Live · Apr 15, 2022

Glasgow Shettleston candidates plea to reopen community centre

The community centre was closed by Glasgow Life during the pandemic and has yet to re-open, with election candidates arguing it could help deter anti-social behaviour in the area.

Glasgow Live · Apr 13, 2022

Planned Glasgow equal pay strikes suspended

Local council commits to paying up, following union member pressure

Insider UK · Apr 13, 2022

Glasgow equal pay strikes suspended after council reaches financial deal to end 'injustice'

Trade unions have hailed a 'fantastic' result after a pay deal was struck to end 'pay injustice' for Glasgow City Council workers. Susan Aitken has reiterated their commitment to reaching a settlement.

Glasgow Live · Apr 13, 2022

Glasgow Labour promise 250 extra refuse workers if they win control of council

The party has ruled out coalitions and said it would form a minority administration if it becomes the largest party after the May 5 election.

Glasgow Live · Apr 12, 2022

Glasgow Trinity Tower exclusion zone to be lifted with some evacuees allowed to return home

Dozens of households forced to evacuate their homes during the high winds of Storm Malik in January will be returning home this week after Trinity Tower is temporarily stabilised.

Glasgow Live · Apr 12, 2022

Glasgow SNP leader Susan Aitken will step down if party loses council election

Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken took over the role in 2017, heading up an SNP minority administration. She said she would quit as the head of the party's delegation if she was not the leader of the council following the election.

Glasgow Live · Apr 12, 2022