£5m boost for Burrell project

The refurbishment of the Burrell Collection in Glasgow has been boosted by £5 million of Scottish Government funding.

The A-listed museum building was closed in October last year for a £66m renovation.

The project aims to improve facilities at the site and expand the display space.

It is expected to be completed by 2020.

Culture secretary Fiona Hyslop said: “I am pleased we can contribute £5m towards ensuring that the building becomes a fitting 21st century home for the Burrell.”