New plans for a George Square re-design are about to go before the public before anything is approved.

The revamp includes more grass, more trees and some statues moved to new locations around the square.

The proposal for the city’s most famous public square is being submitted as a planning application next week.

After it was decided the square should be redeveloped people were asked what they currently used George Square for and how they would like to see it used in the future.

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One of the changes appears to be more trees and more green space for people to enjoy.

An artist impression image shows the whole square resurfaced and more grass areas both around the Walter Scott monument in the centre of the square and in between the monument and the cenotaph to the east of the square.

The closure to traffic on the east and west sides of the square would remain in place and trees planted at the west side.

The monument and the cenotaph would remain untouched by any plans but other statues could be moved to new positions in the square.

The statues of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert on horseback, currently at the west side of the square would be moved to a new position outside the City Chambers on the opposite side and would be positioned so they are facing towards each other.

New long bench seating would replace the current benches to allow more space for  people to sit.

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The square would not be complete closed to traffic and vehicles would still be able to use the north and south side.

A cycle lane would also be installed and more bike racks available.

The redesign would link to the plans for the Avenues extension in the streets surrounding the square including Cochrane Street, St Vincent Place and North Hanover Street.

Once the planning application is received there will be 28 days for the public and interested parties to make comment on the design plan, expected to be during November and December with a final decision expected possibly next Spring.

Work would then start the following year and be complete by 2027

The council said that the opinions of people throughout the engagement process of recent years have helped shape the proposal.

Before a final decision is taken it is one final chance to get involved.

Historic Environment Scotland will also have a role in reviewing plans as aspects of the square have heritage and historical significance.

No cost has been made public on the project at this stage but will be funded by the Glasgow City Region deal, where the Scottish and UK Governments each contributed £500m.