'Walking and wheeling are at the top of the tree, in this classification system pedestrians are the king of this urban jungle.' - patersonHT
A new transport plan for the city centre puts the car at the bottom of a hierarchy of street users.
In the 1970s pedestrian precincts were introduced, the one-way system for traffic followed and big shopping malls became a feature.More hotels have appeared as Glasgow became a destination for shopping and events and big office blocks have dominated the skyline.The streets have for decades been home to shopping.
Buses, from every corner of the city, were packed full of people going in and out of the town for shopping every Saturday.Still many people who go into town use the bus, as Glasgow has the lowest car ownership inThe changes now taking place are also a result of moving with the times.Reducing car use is just one way that cities, like Glasgow, can take steps to reduce carbon emissions.Already there are more residential developments being approved in the city centre.
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