Sinkhole forces partial closure of Glasgow street

A Glasgow street has been partially closed after road workers discovered a sinkhole.

Cowcaddens Road, which was already reduced to one lane each way, has been shut to all westbound traffic from its junction with Port Dundas Road and West Nile Street.

The sinkhole was found near the junction with Hope Street, and traffic heading north on Hope Street – which is already reduced to two lanes because of ongoing work – will only be allowed to turn right.

Scottish Water has begun carrying out emergency repairs and advised people to use public transport or consider alternative routes.

A Scottish Water spokeswoman said: "The void is underneath the already coned off side of the carriageway, but we have to shut a third lane as well to carry out the repair safely.

"At this moment in time we do not know how long these emergency works and associated roadworks will be in place. However, we will work as quickly as safety allows to complete the works at the earliest opportunity."

"We appreciate it is going to cause significant delays to road users but everyone's safety – our engineers and the public – is an absolute priority.

"People may want to consider using public transport if travelling to this busy area of the city centre, find another route or allow plenty of extra time."

All businesses in the area are believed to be open as usual.