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- Cathedral Street: From North Hanover Street to Dundas Street.
- North Hanover Street: From Queen Street Station to Cathedral Street.
- Hope Street: From Central Station to Waterloo Street.
- Waterloo Street: From Wellington Street to West Campbell Street.
- Argyle Street: From Hope Street to Union Street.
Does Glasgow have bus lanes?
You’re not allowed to drive in a Glasgow bus lane during operating hours. The only vehicles that can use a bus lane during these hours are: BusesTaxis. Licenced private hire vehicles.
What times do bus lanes operate in Glasgow?
The legislation for most bus lanes allows permitted taxis, motorcycles and bicycles to use bus lanes. In the city centre, bus lanes operate all day, from 7.00am to 7.00pm from Monday to Saturday. The solid white line defines the edge of the bus lane.
Where are the bus gates in Glasgow?
Oswald Street – between Midland Street and Argyle Street. Union Street – between Gordon Street and Argyle Street.
What happens if you drive in a bus lane by mistake Glasgow?
Contact parking
Bus lane enforcement uses a digital camera system that records vehicles illegally making use of the city’s bus lanes. A charge notice of £60 may be issued to the registered keeper of the vehicle.
How long does it take to get a bus lane fine in Glasgow?
In most cases, the council must send you the notice within 28 days of you driving in the bus lane. The charge notice will say that you have 28 days to pay the charge.
Can I drive in Glasgow city Centre?
Motorists will have to have an environmentally friendly car by the middle of next year if they want to drive into Glasgow city centre. The controversial new regulations are set to be introduced in May with fines of £480 enforced from June 2023.
Does a bus lane camera flash?
Note that there is no camera flash to show that the camera has been activated when it detects a vehicle that is not permitted to drive in the bus lane.
Do you get points for driving in a bus lane?
It’s a civil matter rather than a criminal offence, so it’s unlikely to involve points on your driving licence and therefore shouldn’t impact your car insurance either. But it means that incorrectly using a bus lane can be as needlessly expensive for you as belting past a speed camera or parking illegally.
Can you drive in bus gate Glasgow?
What types of vehicles can use the bus gates? Only buses, taxis, private hires, cycles and goods vehicles will have access from 7.00 am until 7.00 pm.
Can you drive along Argyle Street Glasgow?
Hi Tony, No, only buses, taxis, private hires, cycles & goods vehicles will have access from 7am-7pm when the gate is in operation. Outwith those times, you will be able to access the streets.
How does a bus gate work?
A ‘Bus Gate’ is a short section of road blocked off to all traffic except buses, cycles and taxis (hackney carriages) as shown by appropriate signage.
Can you drive down Hope Street Glasgow?
A copy of the text of the traffic order which is in force on Hope Street, Glasgow which makes it an offence to drive a car along it.
Can I ignore a bus lane fine?
If you ignore a bus lane fine in London, the fine can be increased by 50% and it could even be registered as a debt in court. A court order could then be served to make you pay, and if you still refuse, bailiffs could get involved.
How much is the fine for driving in a bus lane Scotland?
£60
You will receive a £60 charge if you drive in a bus lane or through a bus gate when you are not allowed. This will be reduced to £30 if you pay your bus lane charge within 14 days of receiving your charge notice. Different types of restriction are described below.
When should you avoid bus lane?
Using the bus lane during operating hours is illegal for all vehicles, except for: Bicycles in single file. Emergency service vehicles and police vehicles on urgent duty call.
Who can use bus lanes Glasgow?
Bus lanes and gates are littered across the city, and only buses, taxis, private hires, cycles and goods vehicles have access from 7am until 7pm. Drivers travelling in a bus lane or through a bus gate are issued with a £60 fine which is reduced to £30 if paid within 14 days.
How much is a bus lane ticket UK?
Bus lane and bus gate PCNs are £60. However if you pay within 14 days of the date of notice the charge is reduced to £30. If the PCN is not paid within 28 days the charge will increase to £90.
Does bus lane fine affect insurance?
You would not need to notify your insurer as a result.
Where is the Low Emission Zone in Glasgow?
Where is Glasgow’s Low Emission Zone? Glasgow’s LEZ covers an area of the city centre bounded by the M8 motorway to the north and west, the River Clyde to the south and Saltmarket/High Street to the east.
Can I drive in Glasgow Low Emission Zone?
Enforcement for vehicles registered to a residential property within the zone will start on 1 June 2024. The emission standards required to drive into Glasgow’s LEZ will apply to all vehicles except for motorbikes and mopeds. Some vehicle types or uses are exempt.