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Drumchapel is looking better after upgrade


A COMMUNITY in the North West is looking cleaner and greener thanks to GHA improvement work. Tenants in Carolside Drive, Drumchapel,


are enjoying the new-look exteriors to their blocks, as well as backcourts, front gardens and retaining walls upgraded as part of a £600k project. The fresh look of the buildings, which


were cleaned and painted, has helped create a sense of community. Derek Murray, 46, from Carolside Drive, noticed a big difference after moving back to Drumchapel after years in England. Derek, an industrial cleaner, said: “The block looks great. It’s been painted, with new rough casting on the garden walls, new grassy areas at the front and upgraded backcourts including new paths.


“It’s a lot more modern-looking – and


HAPPY CHAPPY: Derek Murray says he’s noticed big improvements in Drumchapel


it’s cleaner and tidier too. GHA has been looking after the building well and the work has made the whole street look good.


“The environment has a big effect on people. “Tenants see GHA is making


improvements - and if you live in a nice area then you take more care of your community.”


• We’ll keep you updated about our investment in future issues of the Key.


What’s happening next in your area


North West • 850 A-rated boilers in Scotstoun, Yoker, Jordanhill and Lambhill • Cleaning exterior of Kirkton Avenue multi-storeys, Knightswood


• Improvement of bin store/drying areas at Staffin Drive, Summerston


North West


• Upgrade of communal fans, water pumps and cold water tanks at Castlebay Drive multi-storeys


North East • Decoration of the landing areas at the high-rise flats in Cranhill


North East South South


• New UPVC double-glazed windows in Govan, Mosspark and Castlemilk • New boilers, kitchens and bathrooms installed across the South


• Environmental improvements, including upgrades to backcourts, play areas and bin stores • New common room and office at Dougrie Place sheltered complex


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• New controlled-entry doors in Townhead


• New gas central heating systems in Slatefield Street and Comelypark Street, Gallowgate


• New communal ventilation/fans within the high-rise flats at Charles Street


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