Locals were quick to react to the news that a brand-new city bridge is closing just days after its grand opening. 

The Govan-Partick Bridge opened to the public on Saturday, September 7 after much anticipation and work.

At a cost of £ 29.5 million and taking years to complete, the impressive structure creates a link between the two suburbs which were historically connected. 

(Image: Gordon Terris)

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However, a bit of a curveball was thrown yesterday when it was revealed that the bridge would be closing this week for tests to be undertaken.

Glasgow City Council made the announcement on Monday that 'final testing' of the bridge's power will take place from 7pm to 2am on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

The local authority said this was to 'minimise disruption'.

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The update has left some locals baffled, with many saying the same thing.

One person wrote: "Now call me cynical if you like but is this not something that should have been tested numerous times before you actually opened the bridge for public usage."

A second added: "It would seem logical to carry out these checks before you open it,would it not?!"

A third wrote: "Would it not have made more sense to do this before opening it to the public?"

A fourth joked: "A bridge too far."

Meanwhile, others felt the decision was fair as the structure is so new. 

"This is standard procedure! I don't get what people don't understand, must carry out these checks it's brand new, it's now carried a load," one said.

Another added: "It’s only for three days. Bound to be post opening checks - had plenty of footfall at the weekend so can assess the effect."

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A special festival was held to mark the bridge opening with live performances from acts such as Red Hot Chili Pipers, Horse McDonald and Colonel Mustard and the Dijon Five, who were joined on stage by Still Game's Gavin Mitchell.

Meanwhile, Greens councillor for Govan Dan Hutchison called on Google to add the bridge to its Maps as soon as possible so that tourists coming to the city know about it as an easier way of getting between the two areas.