A 'fresh' approach is being undertaken on the future of open spaces in East Dunbartonshire.

The council has shaped its new Open Space Strategy for 2015-2020 by including feedback from members of the public and community groups.

The plan includes an audit of current open spaces in areas such as Bearsden, Milngavie, Bishopbriggs, Torrance, Balmore, Kirkintilloch, Lenzie, Twechar, Lennoxtown, Milton of Campsie and Clachan of Campsie.

The strategy will promote long-term management of green infrastructure, looking at its current and future needs along with opportunities.

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Potential projects include:

• Park improvements and play facilities.

• Wildflower meadows and wetland habitat creation.

• Woodland management and tree maintenance.

• Path upgrades and access enhancement.

• Recreational facilities.

• Allotments.

Recently the strategy was launched at the new Baljaffray Play Area in Bearsden.

Upgrades to the park includes new play equipment and a revamped layout.

Councillor Alan Moir said: "I am delighted to welcome the publication of the East Dunbartonshire Open Space Strategy - a vital document protecting and providing open space, while also helping the authority to meet its planning obligations.

"As well as assessing the quality of various open spaces around East Dunbartonshire, the strategy outlines opportunities for improving open space."

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