Industry body Homes for Scotland (HfS) has urged the Scottish Government to prioritise housing when considering projects to receive accelerated funding.

The organisation made the call after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced £100 million of extra funding for Scottish infrastructure in the wake of the UK's vote to leave the EU.

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HfS said with certain projects being accessed for accelerated funding based on key criteria, schemes focused on the delivery of new homes should be prioritised due to the "significant" social and economic benefits.

HfS Chief Executive, Nicola Barclay, said: "Every new home built in Scotland supports four jobs and helps boost economic growth through the supply chain. The industry also contributes to improving health and education outcomes and fighting fuel poverty.

"We would therefore urge the Scottish Government to prioritise housing when considering how these funds will be allocated in order to secure the thriving economic future we all want to see."

(LM/JP)