Glasgow City Council has pledged to continue to provide funding towards organisations which preserve the city's built heritage

Councillors agreed at a meeting on Thursday to continue the funding of Glasgow City Heritage Trust - which they share with Historic Environment Scotland (HES) on a 2:5 basis - at the current annual level of £240,000.

The Trust has been carrying out significant work across Glasgow, with 121 historic buildings repaired, 22 vacant historic buildings brought back to life and 189 community and educational projects over the past few years.

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It is estimated that the built heritage sector generates £2.3 billion for Scotland's economy, accounting for 2.5% of Scotland's total employment, with 60,000 FTE employees (including seasonal employment.

Cllr George Redmond said: "Glasgow's built heritage is important, culturally, socially and economically, and we support it through our funding for both the Glasgow Building Preservation Trust and Glasgow City Heritage Trust. Our continued support shows our commitment to maintain and promote what is an essential part of the city's identity."

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