Police probe cause of fire at Glasgow affordable homes tenement
Summary
A fire broke out in a newly renovated affordable housing building in Glasgow, which had been empty for 20 years and recently received £3 million for refurbishment. Police are investigating the cause, and local officials say false rumors about the flats being for asylum seekers may have contributed to the fire. No one was hurt.Key Facts
- The fire happened on Sunday around 4:50 pm in a fourth-floor flat in Possilpark, Glasgow.
- The building had been derelict for 20 years and was being refurbished to provide affordable homes.
- £3 million of government funding was used for the renovation, aimed at helping people on a housing waiting list.
- Police are investigating whether the fire was started deliberately (arson).
- False information incorrectly claimed the flats would be used for asylum seekers, which local leaders say is untrue.
- No injuries were reported from the fire, but the building’s roof was destroyed.
- Fire crews used six fire engines and remained at the scene the following day to control the fire.
- Local officials stressed that housing allocations follow legal rules and serve local residents in need.
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