A former business centre has been transformed into a community workspace hub.

The Westwood Business Centre in Easterhouse has been revitalised by social enterprise The Circle.

The transformation has created 10 new jobs.

The Circle offers affordable, flexible workspaces for social enterprises, community groups, charities, and private businesses.

Since The Circle opened in Easterhouse in September 2019, occupancy of the Westwood Business Centre has increased from 25 per cent to 85 per cent.

The Circle offers affordable, flexible workspaces for social enterprises, community groups, charities, and private businessesThe Circle offers affordable, flexible workspaces for social enterprises, community groups, charities, and private businesses (Image: Yulia Skulskikh)

The tenants at The Circle now include Network Solutions Scotland, Turning Point Scotland and Chattersense.

The transformation of the Easterhouse building has been made possible through a collaboration with Glasgow City Council and City Property under the Space for Growth initiative.

The partnerships help align The Circle's efforts with the community's needs and aspirationsThe partnerships help align The Circle's efforts with the community's needs and aspirations (Image: Yulia Skulskikh)

Paul Hastie, co-chief executive officer of The Circle, said: "Our mission is to create vibrant, supportive spaces where socially minded organisations can thrive.

"The success of our Easterhouse project not only demonstrates the demand for such spaces but also the community's potential for growth and development."

The Space for Growth project has had a significant impact on the community, with The Circle directly creating 10 jobs and a further 85 jobs now based at the centre through the increased number of tenants.

The Circle has also established partnerships with organisations, such as Easterhouse Housing and Regeneration Alliance (EHRA) and The Platform.

These partnerships help align The Circle's efforts with the community's needs and aspirations.

Tomasz Fecinski-Gawel, hub manager, said: "By working closely with local partners, we can ensure our efforts are aligned with the community's needs and aspirations.

"These partnerships are crucial in driving forward our shared vision of a vibrant, prosperous Easterhouse."

The Circle has also worked with Barnardo’s to distribute school uniforms to those in need.

In partnership with Action for Children, they have helped distribute more than 5,000 baby food pouches to the community.