Emergency water works force closure of city centre street

Emergency water works have forced the closure of a street in Glasgow city centre.

St Vincent Street has been closed to all eastbound traffic from Holland Street to Pitt Street.

Local diversions have been put in place along Elmbank Street towards Sauchiehall Street.

The road is expected to reopen at around 6pm on Tuesday.

Glasgow City Council said: “Due to emergency Scottish Water works, St Vincent Street is currently closed eastbound from Holland Street to Pitt Street.

“This closure is expected to remain until 6pm this evening.

“Drivers are advised to expect delays, in particular during peak times.”

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