Revamp of ex-Tesco sites could create thousands of jobs

East Kilbride is among a raft of former Tesco sites set for a revamp

Property developer London & Scottish Investments (LSI) has unveiled plans to redevelop a raft of former Tesco sites north of the Border.

The Glasgow-based firm said the package of planning applications – billed as one of the biggest in Scotland – is expected to create more than 500,000 square feet of retail space, resulting in “thousands of new jobs” across ten communities.

A number of other sites acquired by LSI from Tesco in August are earmarked for residential development, with more details set to be announced early next year.