A leading UK contractor has struck a deal to replace Scotland's only female prison at Cornton Vale in Stirling.

Galliford Try's Scottish business Morrison Construction has agreed a £54 million contract to redevelop the site into a new new women's national facility.

The project will be delivered in phases of demolition and new build on behalf of the Scottish Prison Service.

The first phase will provide two new residential blocks and a separate assessment centre. In addition a new central hub with vocational and educational facilities, medical centre and laundry will be built along with a family and visitor area and administrative building.


Phase two will involve the creation of a retreat and multi-faith area and an animal welfare and grounds maintenance building. A new 126 space car park with EV charging points, enhanced hard and soft landscaping within the grounds and security fencing will also be created.

Bill Hocking, Chief Executive of Galliford Try, commented: "We are delighted to have secured this opportunity in the key custodial sector where we have a growing reputation for building high-quality facilities across the UK. Morrison Construction continues to lead the way as contractor of choice for the public sector in Scotland and remains pivotal to delivering our strategy for the business."

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