A £500,000 extension to Monifieth High School took another step forward with the awarding of the £232k building contract, to Torith Limited of St Andrews by Angus Council's Corporate Services executive sub-committee.

The appointed contractor will construct the 220 m2 single storey extension which will provide two additional teaching areas, social space and three meeting rooms. The contract will also include some additional internal alterations to the existing building to provide additional storage, bringing the total contract value to an estimated £260k.

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Further internal alterations and professional fees make up the remainder of the project cost.

Committee vice-convener and local councillor John Whyte welcomed the latest step in the development of the school saying: "The planned extension will enhance the accommodation and improve the learning environment of the school.

"This latest investment continues the council's improvement programme for its schools estate, as we work to ensure that school pupils in Angus are educated in buildings fit for purpose."

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