Network Rail says that work to reopen Glasgow Central High Level is continuing following the devastating fire on Union Street last weekend.

The fire service have finished their work and have handed the site over to Glasgow City Council.

A safe zone has been established around the façade of the affected building and have implemented additional security measures to protect the public.

This safe zone includes Glasgow Central station and means the High Level station will remain closed until the end of the week.

Network Rail is looking at options for reopening the station, including whether a partial repening might be possible but these arrangements cant be announced until the Council allows.

However, Network Rail says that damage, due to water ingress, appears to be contained to a small office and a small part of the glazed area above the office.

“We’re extremely grateful to the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service for their efforts over the past few days and to all partners involved in the response. Their work has been vital in helping move us closer to a return to normal operations at Glasgow Central. 

“As soon as access is granted, our focus will be on getting the station ready to welcome passengers again. Our teams are prepared to carry out the detailed inspections, cleaning, repairs and operational checks that may be required, depending on the findings of the local authority’s assessment. We’re committed to completing this work as quickly and safely as possible once the station is returned to us. 

“We recognise the disruption this closure is causing and appreciate the patience shown by passengers and the wider community. We’ll continue to work closely with partners and provide updates as soon as more information becomes available.”

Ross Moran, route director at Network Rail Scotland