Courtesy Retail Times

WRITTEN BY FIONA BRIGGS
WEDNESDAY, 11 DECEMBER 2013 12:08

Barr Construction has been appointed to deliver the new 25,000sq ft Asda superstore in Barrhead, East Renfrewshire.

The Asda store is being built on a redundant site behind the former health centre. It will include a petrol station, parking for 250 cars and two electronic car charge points.

Lisa Rooke, Asda’s property communications manager for Scotland, said: “We have been working closely with East Renfrewshire Council on co-ordinating the demolition of the redundant health centre and library to make way for the new store. We would like to thank everyone for their patience during these essential construction works.

“The proposals will see a significant investment in the town, regenerating a currently redundant site and delivering new jobs for local people.

“We are working towards opening the store in the late summer 2014, bringing more consumer choice, quality produce and Asda’s famous low prices to the people of Barrhead.”

The Barr Construction team has commenced work on site by demolishing the former health centre and library to make way for the new supermarket.
Derek Simpson, operations manager for Barr Construction, said: “As a Paisley-based company, Barr Construction is proud to be involved in the regeneration of the local area.

“We are looking forward to starting works and playing an integral role in the redevelopment of the town centre.

“Barr has a successful track record of building retail superstores around the UK and, as our second project with Asda following the opening of the Dundee store earlier this year, we are looking forward to continuing our relationship with the retailer.”

Once the health centre is demolished, a temporary car park will be provided on the site in the New Year.

The store is scheduled to open in late summer 2014.

The work is part of two major multi-million-pound regeneration projects that will change the face of Barrhead Main Street.

East Renfrewshire Council’s Convener for infrastructure and sustainable growth, Councillor Tony Buchanan, said: “We are delighted to get work under way on our substantial investment programme in Barrhead, the Foundry.

“This will be a fantastic addition to Barrhead and will really transform the Main Street.”