Work on one of Glasgow's busiest bridges which has been closed since last year is 'on track for completion'.

Network Rail has said they are now in the final phase of their £12.6million project to replace the structure of Shields Road bridge in the Southside.

Announcing the news, the company along with its contractors - Story Contracting - revealed the bridge is on track to reopen to traffic next month.

We previously reported the bridge originally closed in August 2023.

The rail firm says the bridge has been subject to a weight restriction for 25 years prior to its demolition in Easter.

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Since then, engineers have craned in the new bridge deck, installed new parapets (side walls), and put new overhead line equipment underneath the bridge.

Now, ahead of its reopening in August, utilities such as gas, electricity, and telecoms will be moved onto the bridge and the new road surface will be laid.

(Image: Supplied)

(Image: Supplied)

The multi-million-pound investment by Network Rail and Glasgow City Council will protect the railway, see the long-standing weight restriction on the road removed, and extend its life for decades to come.

Meanwhile, the newly installed bridge will have wider footpaths, higher and safer kerbs, and a dedicated two-way cycle lane.

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Laura Craig, Network Rail’s project manager, said: “It’s fantastic to reach this stage in our work to rebuild the Shields Road bridge.

“Now that it’s in place, we’re reinstalling the gas, electricity and telecoms pipes and cabling before the new road surface is laid, ahead of the bridge reopening in late August.

“We’re grateful to our neighbours and the local community for their patience whilst the road has been closed.”