\n The new prison, set to be the replacement of Barlinnie, is currently being built at the former Provan Gas site.\n<\/p>\n
\n On images taken by Glasgow Times photographer Gordon Terris, the progress on the new complex can be seen.\n<\/p>\n
\n The new facility, with a capacity of 1,344, is set to be operational by 2028.\n<\/p>\n
\n Construction of HMP Glasgow (Image: Gordon Terris, Newsquest)\n<\/p>\n
\n Construction of HMP Glasgow (Image: Gordon Terris, Newsquest)\n<\/p>\n
\n Construction of HMP Glasgow (Image: Gordon Terris, Newsquest)\n<\/p>\n
\n READ NEXT:<\/strong> Dozens of families threaten to leave Glasgow area due to lack of schools<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/p>\n \n Barlinnie prison becomes A-listed building<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/p>\n \n ‘We have nowhere to go’: Dozens march across Glasgow to demand reopening of pool<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/p>\n \n More than 100 people queue in rain for newest Glasgow store opening<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/p>\n \n Glasgow Central shop to get exciting refurb – here are the details<\/strong><\/a>\n<\/p>\n \n It is being built following a nearly \u00a31billion investment by the government, which aims to tackle prison overcrowding due to the growing inmate population in Scotland.\n<\/p>\n \n Previously, Michael Stoney, Barlinnie governor<\/a>, explained that the building will be more than a jail.\n<\/p>\n \n It will also be designed to integrate into the local surroundings and provide spaces for members of the East End community.\n<\/p>\n \n He said<\/a>: “There will be a huge focus on\u00a0social value.\n<\/p>\n