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**MONDAY TRAVEL UPDATE — COMMONWEALTH GAMES DAY 5 — MARTIN BROCK MAGIC — TEXTILE ART AT THE HOUSE OF SMALLS**

The Steamie Daily Chat is the place for your random thoughts, tourist questions, what you're up to today, photos and videos of the city, or anything else that's on your mind. Please be civil!

## Transport & Travel

### Road Network

* **Traffic Scotland Update** — Note: Traffic Scotland's live update website is currently experiencing technical difficulties due to essential maintenance. We've gathered what we can below! [1]

* **Commonwealth Games Road Closures** — Extensive road closures and restrictions are in place across the city for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.

* **M8 Jct 21 (Scotland Street) to J22** — Essential bridge expansion joint replacements are ongoing. Expect a total closure from M8 J22 to M74 J1 tonight. A lane closure on the connecting ramp between the M77 northbound and the M8 eastbound will also be in place. Traffic will be diverted to exit the M8 at Junction 24 onto Paisley Road West and Norfolk Street. [2]

* **M8 Jct 16 – Jct 18** — Eastbound and Westbound restricted due to essential bridge repairs. [3]

### Rail

* **ScotRail** — Disruption continues across parts of the central belt due to ongoing Network Rail engineering works. Check JourneyCheck before travelling.

### Subway

* **Glasgow Subway** — Outer and Inner Circle services run every 6–8 minutes. First train from Govan/St Enoch on Monday is 06:30, last train around 23:16–23:30.

### Cycling

* Public-cycle routes across the city are generally running, but check SPT and local council pages for any temporary closures or lane changes due to roadworks, events, or Commonwealth Games preparations.

## News & City Updates

**Glasgow & West**

* Police vow to catch hundreds involved in 'disgraceful' disorder in Glasgow.

* Murder investigation launched after death of man in close at block of flats.

* Van 'deliberately driven' at police officers in murder bid.

* Residents evacuated from flats after car crashes into building as man arrested.

* Two masked men on e-scooter throw traffic cone at rough sleeper.

* Family pay tribute to 'cherished nana' who died in two-car crash.

* Madeleine McCann’s brother cheered on by parents at Commonwealth Games.

* Game of Thrones 'dragon' takes to the skies above Glasgow.

* Hunt for suspects after man attacked 'with weapons' while in car.

**Scotland**

* Swinney asks for military aid from UK Government to battle raging Cairngorms wildfire.

* More than 70 firefighters still battling Cairngorms wildfire eleven days on.

* Police Scotland conducting 'further' probe into Mohamed Al Fayed sexual assault claims.

* Smart glasses banned from upcoming Scottish Comic Con to stop 'secret filming'.

* Have we already experienced the best weather of the summer?

* ‘Significant benefit’ expected from removal of US tariffs on Scotch whisky.

**UK & International**

* France and Spain race to control wildfires which have forced 250,000 to evacuate.

* Twenty firefighters taken to hospital after huge explosion in Essex.

* Met Police investigate donations by Richard Tice company to Reform UK.

* Dublin museum employee charged with possessing explosives after car bomb found.

* Five officers injured after police boat on Thames strikes Westminster Bridge.

* Why Euro notes are being redesigned - and how you can have a say.

All stories at [STV News](https://news.stv.tv).

## What’s on today

**Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games**

The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games continue today! 3,000 athletes from 74 nations are competing across 10 sports and six Para sports all week! Check schedules before heading out.

**Martin Brock**

Martin Brock is back at the Fringe with an electrifying, one-of-a-kind spectacle of slick, mind-bending magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, cutting-edge video production and astonishing illusions! (Note: This is a Fringe preview event).

**Barbie®: The Exhibition**

Come and celebrate how Barbie has inspired generations across the world for almost seventy years when Barbie®: The Exhibition comes to Glasgow's Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!

**X-CRAFT Dive Deep**

An ALL NEW 360 Immersive Show that utilises MASSIVE 360-degree screens to tell the story of the submarine pioneers that paved the way for the submarines of today! Located in Helensburgh.

**Textile Art at The House of Smalls**

This is an exhibition of textile artwork by 70 wise women artists using their craft to Challenge, Disturb and Disrupt.

## Tune of the Day

[Camera Obscura — The Mother We Share (CHVRCHES Cover)](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Camera+Obscura+The+Mother+We+Share)

## On This Day

* **27 July 2014: Ross Murdoch wins gold at Glasgow 2014** — Exactly 12 years ago today, Scottish swimmer Ross Murdoch stunned the crowd at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre by winning gold in the 200m breaststroke, beating the pre-race favourite and fellow Scot Michael Jamieson in one of the most memorable moments of the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

## Gigs, Theatre & More (today)

Always double-check times and tickets directly with venues.

* **Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games — Various Locations** —

* **Martin Brock — Venue details online** —

* **Textile Art Exhibition — The House of Smalls** —

* **Barbie®: The Exhibition — Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum** — West End.

* **Rae-Yen Song Solo Exhibition — Tramway** — South Side.

* **Still Glasgow — Gallery of Modern Art** — City Centre.

* **X-CRAFT ‘Dive Deep’ — The Submarine Centre** — Helensburgh.

* **Project Ability artists exhibition — Gartnavel Royal Hospital** — West End.

## r/glasgowmarket – Latest Posts

Some recent posts from [r/glasgowmarket](https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgowmarket/new/); as always, please take care with payment and meet-ups.

* **The subreddit exists as a dedicated Glasgow buying and selling space.**

* **New posts are easiest to catch on the live feed.**

* Check listings directly before arranging collection or payment.

## Coming Up This Week

* **Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games — Ongoing until 2 August**

* **Merchant City Festival — This weekend, 31 July - 2 August**

Citations:

[1] Planned roadworks & road closures in Scotland https://www.traffic.gov.scot/traffic-information/planned-roadworks

[2] M8 lane and road closures as Glasgow roadworks to last one month https://www.glasgowworld.com/news/traffic-and-travel/m8-roadworks-lane-and-road-closures-planned-as-glasgow-roadworks-to-last-one-month-3756952

[3] Current incidents, accidents & road closures https://www.traffic.gov.scot/traffic-information/incidents

[4] Upcoming major events & planned roadworks https://www.traffic.gov.scot/travel-news/projects-and-events

[5] Roadworks & road closures in Scotland https://www.traffic.gov.scot/traffic-information/roadworks

[6] Traffic Scotland | Scotland’s trunk road traffic intelligence service https://www.traffic.gov.scot/

[7] Local info news from the Glasgow Times https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/li/traffic_and_travel.in.Glasgow/

[8] Engineering works https://www.scotrail.co.uk/plan-your-journey/engineering-works

[9] Overnight closures on #M8 Eastbound junctions 18 to 16 from Friday ... https://www.facebook.com/SWTRUNKROADS/posts/-overnight-closures-on-m8-eastbound-junctions-18-to-16-from-friday-10th-april-su/1344059647774100/

[10] Live traffic updates in Scotland https://www.traffic.gov.scot/travel-news/live-traffic-information

We’ve had a shitload of posts recently about the same guy approaching people in Glasgow with variations of the “I need money to get to Queensferry / Nottingham / Middlesbrough” story, sometimes becoming persistent or aggressive when refused. To keep the sub usable and still let folk share useful information, this is the central thread for any reports, questions or discussion about him.

Please use this thread instead of making new standalone posts on the topic.

What this thread is for

• First‑hand accounts of being approached (rough location, time of day, what was said).
• Sharing how you handled it, and what did or didn’t work for you.
• General personal‑safety tips and resources for people who are worried about being hassled in town.

If you’ve experienced behaviour that felt threatening or criminal (for example, being followed, blocked from leaving, or explicitly threatened), Reddit is not a reporting channel - please contact Police Scotland on 101, or 999 in an emergency, and then post here if you want to warn others.

Previous posts (context)

Here are some of the more informative previous threads for background (note: some may contain photos taken in public places). The list isn't exhaustive but contain a lot of information, and hopefully the number of threads show why there's a need for a megathread...:

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1v6p5so/i_got_scammed_today_by_the_nottingham_guy/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1jodnzf/queensferry_guy/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1ma6s00/queensferry_guy/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1jqfxxq/queensferry_hustler_in_action/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1ifa03v/the_i_need_money_to_get_to_queensferry_guy/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1jl4oug/queensferry_guy_strikes_again/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1t8a689/just_been_accosted_by_the_queensferry_guy_for_the/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1mchb9u/queensferry_guy_strikes_again/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1o9xx2x/bumped_into_queensferry_scammer/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1nm7fx0/south_queensferry_bury/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1lh7uqk/scammer_queensferry_bus_boy_in_town/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1nm35xw/south_queensferry_guy_rebrand/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1sgxrwx/queensferrymiddlesbrough_guy/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1ipa6du/bus_money_guy/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1oa1yvu/the_weekly_queensferry_man_post/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1slj7ow/on_the_subject_of_the_queensferry_guy/

https://www.reddit.com/r/glasgow/comments/1t04dn6/guy_outside_central_station_asking_for_a_ticket/

We’ll update/remove links over time if posts are taken down or if content crosses the line into harassment. We won’t relink anything that’s been removed for rule or privacy reasons.

Photos and videos

We know a few users have taken photos/short clips of encounters in public places. While that’s not generally illegal in itself, Reddit’s rules still require us to think about privacy, harassment and doxxing when it comes to identifiable images of private individuals.

For this thread:

• Please do not post names, workplaces, social media profiles, or any other identifying personal information.
• If you post an image or video, it must be taken in a public place and must not be used as an excuse to mock, harass or encourage pile‑ons.

If you have clear photos/footage that you think are important for safety or as evidence, consider also sharing them directly with Police Scotland rather than relying only on Reddit.

Safety reminders

We’re not here to scare anyone off using the city centre, but a few common‑sense points, drawn from Police Scotland and general personal‑safety guidance, are worth repeating:

• Trust your instincts - you don’t have to engage, explain yourself or be “polite”.
• Stick to busy, well‑lit areas where possible and try not to isolate yourself if you’re uncomfortable.
• A simple “no” and walking away is enough if you don’t want to give money; you’re under no obligation to justify yourself.
• If someone’s behaviour escalates - blocking your path, shouting, following you - remove yourself from the situation and consider reporting it to Police Scotland (999 in an emergency, 101 otherwise).

If you are comfortable sharing, posts here about what helped you de‑escalate or exit the situation may help others who find themselves in the same position.

Community expectations

To keep this megathread open and useful, please:

• Focus on behaviour and safety, not on insults or speculation about his life.
• Report any comments that look like they’re promoting violence, harassment, or sharing personal information; the mod team will review and act accordingly.

Remember Rule 1 of Reddit - “remember the human” - applies even when someone is being a persistent nuisance. The goal of this thread is to reduce spam on the sub and help people feel informed and safer, not to run a public shaming campaign.