Trafic In Glasgow Flashcards
What is the change in bus passengers in Glasgow over the last 10 years?
There are 70 million less passengers on Glasgow’s buses than there was 10 years ago, marking the steepest drop in bus use in any city in the UK.
Why are buses in Glasgow considered unreliable?
Buses are seen as unreliable, congested, and often delayed due to having to wait in traffic.
What transportation do people in Glasgow prefer?
People prefer the convenience of their own cars.
What issue affects bus journey times in Glasgow’s city centre?
Many bus routes are concentrated on a small number of streets, which slows down journey times.
What challenges do large vehicles face in Glasgow’s city centre?
The already narrow roads in the city centre prevent issues for large vehicles delivering goods.
What motorways run through Glasgow?
The M8 and M74 motorways run through Glasgow (east/west) and around the city centre, bringing large volumes of traffic into the city centre.
What design issue contributes to traffic jams in Glasgow’s CBD?
Old, narrow street design in the CBD was created before the invention of cars, resulting in streets that are too narrow.
What causes bottlenecks in Glasgow’s traffic?
Bottlenecks form on motorway exits onto city centre streets, and traffic cannot flow smoothly due to many crossroad junctions spaced close together.
How does slow-moving traffic affect public health in Glasgow?
Slow moving, start/stop traffic creates higher levels of air pollution, affecting public health.
What are some of Scotland’s most polluted streets?
Hope St and Union St are some of Scotland’s most polluted streets.
How does Glasgow’s traffic impact life expectancy?
Glaswegians’ life expectancy is around 5.5 years below the Scottish average as a result of traffic issues.
What geographical feature affects traffic flow in Glasgow?
Glasgow is divided by the River Clyde, and there are few bridging points outside the inner city.
What is the traffic situation at the Kingston Bridge?
The Kingston Bridge (M8 motorway) carries over 170,000 vehicles a day and is routinely congested at peak rush hour times.
