The Tradeston Bridge, a new crossing over Glasgow's Clyde for pedestrians and cyclists, has officially opened as part of the £33m waterfront regeneration.

It will provides a vital link between Tradeston on the south bank of the river and Glasgow's International Financial Services District.

The bridge's design, by Scandinavian architects Dissing and Weitling, reflects Glasgow City Council's objectives to improve accessibility across the river and create a landmark waterfront structure. The sinuous double curve creates a wave-like structure across the river. This lazy 's' shape has resulted in the structure being nicknamed the 'Squiggly Bridge'.

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Funded by Glasgow City Council, Scottish Enterprise and the European Regional Development Fund it is hoped the new bridge will act as a catalyst for investment, promote confidence in the city and have a fundamental role in the river's regeneration.

The connection between Tradeston and the International Financial Services District should provide a focus for activities and events, promoting Tradeston as a new urban quarter.

Glasgow City Council leader, Councillor Steven Purcell, said: "It is important that the public purse continues to invest in the city's infrastructure at this difficult time to bolster Glasgow's economy and pave the way for future development along the Clyde waterfront."

"This project will also enhance the award winning International Financial Services District by providing an easily accessible link to this area, for both residents and visitors to Glasgow, and provide a recreational quarter for the public."

Stephen Gallagher, commercial and infrastructure managing director at Scottish Enterprise, said: "Enhancing direct accessibility between the north and south banks of the river will encourage future investment and maximise the economic development potential of the area."

(GK/JM)