Road Closures and Restrictions in Glasgow Ahead of Star-Studded Concerts

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Glasgow motorists are facing a series of road closures and restrictions in the southside of the city as three major concerts are set to take place at Hampden Park. The events, featuring American singer Lana Del Rey, hip-hop legend Kendrick Lamar and R&B star SZA, as well as Chris Brown, will bring thousands of fans to the area. To ensure the safety of both concert-goers and other road users, Glasgow City Council has implemented a range of restrictions.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lana Del Rey will perform at Hampden Park on June 26, with road closures in place from 6pm on June 25 to 11.59pm on June 26, affecting areas such as Calder Street, Polmadie Road, and Polmadie Street.
  • Chris Brown will take the stage on July 1, with road closures in place from 6pm on June 30 to 11.59pm on July 1, affecting the same areas as Lana Del Rey's event.
  • Kendrick Lamar and SZA will perform on July 8, with road closures in place from 6pm on July 7 to 11.59pm on July 8, again affecting the same areas as the previous two events.
  • The restrictions are designed to ensure the safety of the crowds of fans attending the gigs as well as other road users.
  • Concert-goers are advised to plan their journeys in advance and to follow the instructions of event staff and signage.
  • Emergency service vehicles involved in emergency response and those with prior approval from Glasgow City Council's events section will be exempt from the restrictions.

Statistics:

  • The road closures will affect a total of 12 streets in the area, including Calder Street, Polmadie Road, and Polmadie Street.
  • The restrictions will last for a total of 4 nights, from 6pm on June 25 to 1am on June 27 for Lana Del Rey, from 6pm on June 30 to 1am on July 2 for Chris Brown, and from 6pm on July 7 to 1am on July 9 for Kendrick Lamar and SZA.
  • The events are expected to attract tens of thousands of fans to the area, with the largest crowds expected for the Kendrick Lamar and SZA show.
  • The road closures are being enforced by Glasgow City Council's events section in partnership with the police and other local authorities.

Sources:

  • [Glasgow Times](https://www.glasgowlive.co.uk/news/glasgow-news/glasgow-motorists-warned-road-closures-12314286)
  • [Newsquest](https://www.newsquest.co.uk/news/16867626)