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A new approach to empty buildings could do much to improve the visual appearance of Glasgow city centre
She said the city was attracting more private investment than it had in decades and weekend and evening footfall is now higher than pre-pandemic levels. "One of the things we have been very keen to get for land and vacant building is Compulsory Sales Orders, which don't exist in law right now."It's flipping CPOs on its head.
"Glasgow has had a hollowed-out population - a deliberate decision made a long time ago - which was incredibly short-sighted and has left us falling behind in that regard ever since. "What that did do was really focus minds on a transformation of the centre," said the council leader, who lives in Glasgow's south side.
She said the day-to-day running of the city centre was as important to the council as long-term plans to create a greener, more family-friendly area with a wider range of 'experiences'.
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