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John Lewis injects £20m into Glasgow city centre store in wider branch reboot

Upgrade to Buchanan Galleries part of £50m spend this year and £800m by 2029 to revive appeal of department stores

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17

Major change planned for Glasgow's Buchanan Street – what we know

The steps up to Buchanan Galleries are set to be demolished as the first of a series of plans to transform the shopping centre has been given the go…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 24, 2025

Singer, 11, launches Busk Stop for musicians to perform in shopping centre

Rachel Ronnie was the first to perform at the dedicated space within the Buchanan Galleries in Glasgow.

Evening Standard · Jul 1, 2025

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Plans published for revamp of Glasgow's Buchanan Galleries after demolition axed

MAJOR plans have been announced for Glasgow's Buchanan Galleries after it was saved from demolition ...

The National (Scotland) · Jun 24, 2025

Buchanan Galleries to welcome new store dedicated to selling the best Scottish produce

Foodies will be opening in the shopping centre next month offering produce from hundreds of Scottish retailers selling the likes of specialist teas, honey, jams and chutneys.

Glasgow Live · Jun 7, 2023

Glasgow SleepOut outside Buchanan Galleries next month to tackle youth homelessness

LandAid - a charity working to end youth homelessness - are hoping to raise over £600,000 and are calling for people to take part in their SleepOut on Thursday, March 2.

Glasgow Live · Feb 15, 2023

Glaswegians have their say on plans to 'transform' Buchanan Street and remove famous steps

Glasgow Live spoke to members of the public to find out how they feel about plans to demolish Buchanan Galleries and remove the famous Royal Concert Hall steps.

Glasgow Live · Jan 24, 2023

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Latest design options for Buchanan Galleries refurbishment revealed

The plans include changes to the steps outside the Royal Concert Hall as much of the mall is demolished

Insider UK · Jan 24, 2023

Glasgow Concert Hall steps removed in stunning images of £800m Buchanan Street transformation plan

The pictures of the proposed new look have been released after the owners of Buchanan Galleries, Landsec, announced their plans to demolish the shopping centre.

Glasgow Live · Jan 24, 2023

Huge turnout at Buchanan Street as protesters rally against blocking of Scots gender recognition bill

A multitude of protesters gathered at the steps outside Buchanan Galleries to protest after the UK government decided to block Scotland's gender recognition law.

Glasgow Live · Jan 21, 2023

Buchanan Galleries demolition plans move closer with public asked for say on massive development

Proposals for the demolition of Buchanan Galleries shopping centre are set to go out for public consultation later this month. Developers are looking to flatten the site to make way for a new 'vibrant district'.

Glasgow Live · Jan 12, 2023

Scrumptiously sweet treats served at Buchanan Galleries as Golden Spoon café opens

The mouth-watering menu includes an assortment of freshly made sandwiches, waffles and ice cream, alongside a selection of fine coffee, teas, juices and shakes.

Glasgow Live · Jan 7, 2023

Homeless charity Social Bite to open new Glasgow Buchanan Galleries cafe in 2023

The cafe is due to open in 2023, but on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day the new premises will open its doors to people experiencing homelessness and poverty in to enjoy a hot Christmas dinner.

Glasgow Live · Dec 15, 2022

Images reveal what revamped Buchanan Galleries area would look like after demolition

NEW images have been released showing what a revamped Buchanan Galleries could look like after the current building is demolished.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2022

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Glasgow Live · Sep 8, 2022

Glasgow Buchanan Galleries artist's impressions released as plans move forward

The images show the city centre building transformed into an area with more green and public spaces, street level shops and restaurants and better connectivity across the city.

Insider UK · Sep 8, 2022

Second stage of Buchanan Galleries redevelopment consultation begins

New artist's images have been shared by shopping centre's owner to give a better idea of latest plans

Glasgow Live · Jul 2, 2022

Glasgow's Buchanan Galleries to host 'thrilling' ghost hunt

Players will have to walk through the iconic Buchanan Galleries, attempting to portray themselves as normal shoppers while they follow audio prompts which will lead them to the ghosts they seek.

Insider UK · Jun 8, 2022

Buchanan Galleries redevelopment proposal submitted to council

The shopping centre's owners has also appointed its design team working on the plans

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Glasgow Live · Jun 1, 2022

Buchanan Galleries demolition plan takes huge step forward as design team named

The £825m plan to demolish the current shopping centre was announced in January this year and would see a new mixed-use neighbourhood, blending shopping with places to work, live and play.

Glasgow Live · Apr 28, 2022

Still Game characters to visit Glasgow in whisky brand 'Jack and Victor' signing

Scottish comedians Ford Kiernan and Greg Hemphill are planning to make an appearance at the Buchanan Galleries in Glasgow this weekend to celebrate their whisky and gin brand.

Glasgow Live · Feb 17, 2022

Demolition of Glasgow's Buchanan Galleries would be 'exciting opportunity' for investors

Glasgow's city centre taskforce is set to review Argyle, Buchanan and Sauchiehall Streets due to falling retail demand and the impact of covid, and a property expert has said a 'joined-up approach' is needed.

Glasgow Live · Jan 27, 2022

Glasgow Buchanan Galleries demolition would pave way for 'restoration' of historic street

Councillors have agreed to talks with the head tenants, Landsec, over a £825m investment in the city centre, which would include a new mixed-use quarter, with shops, offices, homes and leisure venues.

Glasgow Live · Jan 27, 2022

Buchanan Galleries demolition update as Glasgow City Council prepare talks with developers

Glasgow City Council say the plans 'reflect changes in retailing, exacerbated and accelerated by the pandemic, and other city centre impacts and trends', while supporting the city's sustainability goals.

Glasgow Live · Jan 25, 2022

Buchanan Galleries demolition and why it's vital for the future of Glasgow

Industry experts have welcomed proposals to flatten the city shopping centre to make way for a new mixed-use development amid struggling retail conditions.

Glasgow Live · Jan 24, 2022

Glasgow reacts to Buchanan Galleries shock demolition plan

One of Glasgow's most popular shopping centres could be flattened to make way for a new residential, shopping, and office quarter. The news was met with a mixed reaction from Glasgow Live readers.

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