Glasgow Royal Exchange Square closed after road crash
Glasgow Royal Exchange Square closed after road crash

Police have closed access to Royal Exchange Square in Glasgow city centre while they respond to a road crash on Glassford Street. Emergency services are at the scene, and officers have urged the public to avoid the area.

Road closure details

Glassford Street is shut from The Trongate to Ingram Street, and there is no entry to Royal Exchange Square from the Buchanan Street, North Court Lane, or Queen Street entrances. The closure has blocked access to the square for vehicles and pedestrians.

Police statement

Police Scotland's Glasgow division issued a statement at 6:27am on X, saying: "Please be aware Glassford Street from The Trongate to Ingram Street is closed following a road crash. There is also no access to Royal Exchange Square – it is closed from the Buchanan Street, North Court Lane and Queen Street entrances. Please avoid the area."

This is a live event, and updates are expected as the situation develops.