The chair of Drumchapel Community Council insists the "condition" of the area's health centre shows the town has been "forgotten".

It comes after Dr Sandesh Gulhane, regional MSP for Glasgow, raised the "dire state" of the property with John Swinney at First Minister's Questions two weeks ago.

The Scottish Conservative and Unionist politician claimed there are issues such as a lack of space, deteriorating building conditions, and insufficient resources to meet the community's needs.

He invited the First Minister to see how "badly the people of Drumchapel are being let down".

Gulhane also said the centre is "top of the list" for replacement accommodation while areas like Woodside, Maryhill, and Parkhead have all benefited from new-build health centres in recent years.

(Image: Robert Perry) Andrew Lynch echoed the sentiments of the MSP, while also being keen to highlight that staff are doing their best under difficult circumstances.

He said: "It is a tight squeeze when you go into the health centre as it is not in the best condition.

"Drumchapel deserves a better facility to suit people's needs.

"The staff are doing their best under immense pressure but things need to be improved in terms of resources.

"Members of the community are suffering with their mental and physical health as a result of the service not being as efficient as it could be.

"We need a new purpose-built health centre that can cater towards those who live here."

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Andrew insists that the new facility would also need to play in a role in replacing the minor injuries unit that the area lost when Drumchapel Hospital closed in 2016.

He continued: "If someone in the town sprains their ankle, for example, they have to go to Gartnavel General Hospital which is not only a distance to travel but also puts pressure on that service.

"If a new health centre had a minor injuries unit it would help on both of these fronts.

"The current building is past its sell-by-date and we need a new one to keep up with the growing population.

"Ever since the hospital shut down it has felt very much like Drumchapel is a forgotten town in terms of health care.

"We have been left behind and need more."

(Image: Robert Perry) An NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde spokesperson said: "NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has a rolling programme of maintenance and replacement for all buildings in its estate.

"While we continue to provide regular repair and maintenance at our sites – including Drumchapel Health Centre – the financial challenges that are facing all health boards in Scotland have had an effect on the timing and extent of our capital programs.

"Working with local authorities and Health and Social Care Partnerships, we will continue to do all we can to provide healthcare facilities that are suitable for the changing needs of communities."