A pedestrian footbridge has been closed in East Dunbartonshire due to concerns over its structural safety.

Engineers working for the local authority carried out an inspection of Westergartshore Footbridge between Pit Road and Chryston Road last week.

During the assessment, extensive corrosion and pitting was discovered throughout the structural steelwork of the five-span crossing.

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Thomas Glen, the council's Depute Chief Executive - Place, Neighbourhood & Corporate Assets, explained: "Structural engineering consultants were then brought in to carry out a more detailed inspection and assess the load-carrying capacity of the bridge.

"The assessment concluded that the structure is not fit for purpose, which meant we had to take immediate action.

"We apologise for the lack of advance warning, but in this case we had to act swiftly in the interests of public safety.

"We appreciate this is a popular route with local residents and visitors to the Luggie Glen and are examining options for the bridge and route."

(LM/MH)