Some noise disputes involve the playing of loud music

Businesses, including clubs and construction companies, have been sent leaflets about noise reduction.

Glasgow City Council's Noise Action Week, which runs from 21-25 May, will also advise buskers and dog owners on noise levels.

The council said more homes were now being built in the city centre creating a rise in noise complaints.

Officials said the campaign was designed as a "reminder to businesses and construction companies to be considerate neighbours".

The council has enforcement powers to deal with noise from entertainment venues and construction sites while Strathclyde Police has powers to curb busking.

We accept places like entertainment venues and building sites generate noise, but in this day and age there are many ways you can avoid upsetting your neighbours Tommy McDonald Glasgow City Council

A successful prosecution pursued through the courts could result in a fine of up to �20,000 for a business.

Tommy McDonald, the council's assistant director of land and environmental services, said: "Many people don't realise how much noise they are making.

"We accept places like entertainment venues and building sites generate noise, but in this day and age there are many ways you can avoid upsetting your neighbours.

"Time the work to lessen annoyance. Put in additional doors, glazing or baffling to keep voices and music inside, not out.

"Move your busking stance every hour at least 50 yards away. Tell your neighbours when noise is likely to occur and what you will do to reduce it.

"It all helps to cut down noise pollution problems in the city."