COUNCIL bosses have launched a survey asking Glasgow's residents to give a view on permanently closing George Square to traffic.

The Evening Times told in July how the European Championships would be a test of public appetite about making the civic hub car free.

Now the consultation has officially launched and will run until September 24 with feedback open until November 30.

Council leader Susan Aitken said the square has become little more than a "glorified roundabout" and something must be done.

George Square was the main city venue for Festival 2018, the cultural programme for Glasgow 2018.

It played host to The Great Big Opening Party, a headlining performance by techno group Orbital and live music, visual art, food and drink.

During the festival, George Square was closed to traffic on three sides - east, west and south.

The north side stayed open to traffic, allowing vehicles to travel from West George Street to North Hanover, North Frederick Street and George Street in line with existing road traffic regulations.

But bosses need to know what residents, commuters, businesses and the public think before taking any next steps.

To complete the survey see: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/GS2018/