Construction work has commenced on the redevelopment of Glasgow's former Victoria Infirmary hospital site.

The £29.3 million first phase will see Sanctuary create 135 much-needed affordable homes and 11 retail units in Langside.

The Victoria's affordable properties include 60 flats for mid-market rent, 43 for social rent and 32 for New Supply Shared Equity (NSSE) sale. The mix of tenure opens the development to south side residents unable to buy an apartment outright.

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Peter Martin, Sanctuary's Group Director for Development, said: "The Victoria is one of Scotland’s most eagerly-anticipated housing projects so it’s rewarding to see phase 1 underway.

"These affordable homes will be highly sought after and bring new life to a historic site, sowing seeds for the south side’s newest community."

Glasgow City Council contributed £15.7 million to increase the number of affordable housing options in the area. All of the blocks have a lift and 14 of the flats in phase 1 are wheelchair adaptable.

Keys to these 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments will be handed over from summer 2022.