A new homelessness accommodation centre and support facility has opened in Aberdeen.

The council worked with Kier Construction on the new development, which is situated on the site of the former Victoria House on West North Street.

The new £5.5 million centre comprises of a three storey block of short-term supported accommodation for homeless people, with 20 bedsits and en-suite shower facilities.

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Communal facilities are provided on the ground floor, comprising kitchen, laundry, lounge and staff accommodation.

A separate six-storey block has also been developed, providing 20 flats ranging from one to four bedrooms for independent living.

Councillor Neil Cooney said: "This new £5.5million development helps us to build upon the huge progress we have made in recent years in getting to grips with the scourge of homelessness and will provide first-class facilities to help us to prevent or alleviate the problem."

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