An information event is being held on Scottish Water's £4 million sewer upgrades in Robslee, Giffnock.

The event will take place at Eastwood House, Eastwood Park, Giffnock, on Tuesday 21 August, from 4pm - 7pm. 

Residents can find out more about plans for the work which is being carried out by Scottish Water's alliance partner amey Black and Veatch (aBV).

aBV will begin work on the project on 17 August.

The project involves up-sizing the sewers in the community to help prevent sewer flooding in the area and improve the water quality of the Bagabout Burn and the Otter Burn. 

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New pipework will also be installed within the Pavilion Playing Fields and on private land off Robslee Drive.

The scheme is expected to take around 14 months to complete.

Ruaridh MacGregor of Scottish Water said: "We need to take care of our sewer network in Robslee, Giffnock. This investment will ensure it continues to serve customers and protect the local environment for many years to come.

"We are committed to working closely with our alliance partner and with the community to reduce the inconvenience caused by this essential work as much as possible. 

"I would very much encourage anyone who would like to find out more to come along to our event on Tuesday 21 August and discuss the planned work with our team."

(CM/MH)