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Glaswegians Optimistic as City Centre Area Reopens After Devastating Fire

  • On Friday, Union Street and the remaining entrances to Glasgow Central Station fully reopened at midday, ending months of disruption following a devastating fire.
  • Flames began in a vape shop on Sunday, March 8, destroying the B-listed Victorian building and forcing closure of key city centre routes for months.
  • Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth said the government provided up to £10 million in support to local businesses, while dental practice manager Lucy Cairns reported business was down about 25%.
  • Network Rail Scotland managing director Liam Sumpter called the reopening a "significant milestone" as the station returns to full capacity ahead of next week's Commonwealth Games.
  • Architectural firm Donnell Brown has been appointed by Glasgow City Council to explore "meanwhile use" for the site, which may remain without a permanent building for up to five years.
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Glaswegians optimistic as city centre area reopens after devastating fire

Onlookers said the reopening of Union Street was ‘exciting’ and a ‘happy time’.

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Update given on re-opening details for George Square

A major part of Glasgow' George Square is reopening in early September.

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Glasgow Central looking ‘fantastic’ as area fully reopens after fire

Scottish Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth visited the station on Friday.

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