Kier has won a £34.5 million contract to expand the Golden Jubilee National Hospital in Clydebank.

The two-phase project will see a new dedicated cataract surgery unit built at the Hospital, along with an additional orthopaedic and elective surgical care facility. Work will start on site early next year with completion set for 2021.

The deal was awarded as part of Framework Scotland 2, a national procurement programme for healthcare new build and refurbishment projects in which Kier is one of five principal supply chain partners.

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The project is being carried following the Scottish Government's plans to expand the Golden Jubilee and create five new elective treatment centres across the country.

Brian McQuade, managing director for Kier Construction Scotland, said: "This is another major win for Kier Construction Scotland and illustrates our strength in delivering healthcare projects throughout Scotland. These new facilities will provide improved healthcare services within the Golden Jubilee National Hospital and well as giving the local economy a boost as we will be creating local jobs and learning opportunities for local suppliers."

June Rogers, Director of Operations at the Golden Jubilee Hospital said: "It's great to see the plans for these new facilities take a step forward and reach this exciting stage with our partners. Our expansion will provide a number of community benefits such as additional jobs, learning opportunities and environmental projects."

(LM)