Scottish Water has today announced the biggest investment in the Greater Glasgow area’s waste water network in more than a century.

The publicly-owned company is starting a £250 million, five-year programme of work which will continue to improve river water quality and the natural environment of the River Clyde.

It will also enable the Greater Glasgow area to continue to grow and develop, alleviate sewer flooding and deal with the effects of increased rainfall and climate change.

The £250 million investment, which will support about 500 jobs and up to 50 new apprentices, is the first stage of a planned programme to upgrade Greater Glasgow’s waste water infrastructure and further significant investment is being identified which could see a total of £0.5 billion being invested.


Scottish Water’s investment will transform an ageing network into a modern, integrated and sustainable drainage system fit for the needs of 21st century Glasgow.

Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, Cabinet Secretary for Infrastructure, Investment and Cities, said at the launch:

"I am delighted to support this essential investment which is being taken forward in partnership with local authorities and SEPA. This £250 million is a first step in a much larger investment programme to improve Glasgow’s drainage and sewerage infrastructure.

"This investment is essential to Glasgow’s economic prosperity. It will improve the environment and ensure that new customers can connect to this essential public service.

"This investment is another critical step on the path to ensure that Scottish Water provides one of the best value-for-money water and sewerage packages in the UK."

(GK)