Plans have been revealed to build 110,000 new homes across the Glasgow City Region (GCR).

The eight councils which make up the GCR have published a joint economic strategy action plan to take forward between now and 2035.

Proposals to kick start collaboration on jobs, skills and inclusive growth include developing 100,000 extra jobs, 6,500 new businesses and improvements in qualifications, training and skills.

In addition, thousands of hectares of vacant and derelict land will be brought into use to support the building of the new housing.

Chair of the Glasgow City Region Cabinet and Leader of Glasgow City Council, Cllr Frank McAveety said: "The Glasgow City Region is already the powerhouse of the Scottish economy - but, as council leaders, we are absolutely united in our determination to aim higher on jobs, skills and growth that benefits every community.

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"This strategy and action plan represents a step-change in our approach.

"We are collaborating more closely than ever before and want to extend that strong, open partnership to the Scottish and UK Governments, the business community and other agencies, such as our colleges and universities.

"Only by working together will we build a more resilient and dynamic city region that delivers homes and jobs for a skilled workforce and prosperity for all its people."

The eight authorities participating in the joint strategy are East Dunbartonshire Council; East Renfrewshire Council; Glasgow City Council; Inverclyde Council; North Lanarkshire Council; Renfrewshire Council; South Lanarkshire Council and West Dunbartonshire Council - existing partners in the Glasgow City Region City Deal, along with Scottish and UK governments.

To view the plan, visit here.

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