Kier has delivered a new joint school building as part of a £16 million campus development in the Highlands.

The facility, which will accommodate Caol Primary School and St Columba's RC Primary School, was handed over the council before the start of the October holidays.

The building marks the latest phase of a multi-million pound scheme to deliver a new education campus in Caol. The project has already deliverered a building comprising new accommodation for Caol Community Centre, Caol Library, Caol Youth Centre and Room 13.


Further works include the demolition of the former Caol Primary school building to make way for new car parking, school drop off and public green spaces. The overall development is due to be completed in early 2017.

Sean O'Callaghan of Kier Construction said: "We are very proud to have delivered a school of this quality and design. I'm particularly pleased that the vast bulk of the work was delivered by our local supply chain in the Highlands and Lochaber area."

Cllr Drew Millar added: "I'd like to congratulate Kier Construction for the great work they have done. The project represents a significant investment for Lochaber and is a fantastic asset for the area."

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