Residents in Glasgow allowed to return home following the discovery of potentially hazardous material at a property in Shettleston, Glasgow

Residents in Glasgow are being allowed to return home following the discovery of potentially hazardous material at a property in Shettleston.

Police and emergency partners attended at a flat in Altyre Street, shortly after 5pm on Monday, 7 August, 2023.

Around 80 people had to leave their properties as a precaution. Cordons were in place and Altyre Street, Dalness Street, Ard Street and Trainard Avenue. These roads have now re-opened.

Chief Superintendent Alan Waddell said: “Our enquiries into the incident are ongoing, and there will be a continued police presence in the area. We are working closely with our partners.

“I would like to thank residents and motorists for their patience whilst we dealt with this incident. There was no danger to the wider public.”