Work has started on a new housing development in Port Glasgow, Inverclyde.

The first phase of 28 new homes are being built by Cruden Buildings and Renewals in the Slaemuir area. Overall, a mix of 96 one-, two- and three-bedroomed homes will be developed at the site.

Plans include the demolition of all the 'stub block flats' to make way for modern, two-storey homes. The first phase is scheduled for completion by autumn 2018.

Gary Wilson, Executive Director of Property Services at River Clyde Homes, said: "By building on vacant land within the Slaemuir estate first we will have brand new homes available for existing block residents to move into before we demolish the first block.

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"We will then continue the cycle, building on the cleared site to provide new homes for residents until all of the low-rise blocks are replaced.

"In addition to new homes, there will be a number of community benefit initiatives as part of our commitment to aiding the skills and development of an Inverclyde workforce."

Allan Callaghan, Managing Director of Cruden Buildings and Renewals, added: "We're delighted to be working with River Clyde Homes to build a total of 96 new homes within Slaemuir. This first phase will see 28 new homes ready by autumn 2018 which will deliver a real boost to local residents and allow the continuing regeneration of the area.

"These high quality, modern, one, two and three bedroom homes will provide residents with energy efficient eco-friendly housing that will be warm and cheap to run."

(LM/MH)