northernlightimages via iStockA number of streets in Glasgow city centre are closed on Friday after a dangerous building was identified.
The local authority has confirmed a section of the city’s Argyle Street, Queen Street and Mitchell Street are shut after the hazard was discovered on Queen Street.
Drivers have been urged to avoid the area. It comes on the so-called “Mad Friday” – the Friday before Christmas Eve, when thousands begin travelling for the festive season and shops reach their busiest.
DatawrapperA traffic bulletin from Glasgow City Council said: “Due to a dangerous building on Queen Street the following closures are required:
“Argyle Street will be closed from Union Street to Queen Street.
“Queen Street will be closed from Argyle Street to Ingram Street
“Mitchell Street will be closed from Mitchell Lane to Argyle Street
“Drivers are advised to seek an alternative route. Further updates will be issued when more information is known.”
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