New housing development is named

A NAME has been chosen for a new housing development in Elgin.

Loxa Court was suggested by Elgin local Alistair McPherson, who was inspired by the Roman name for the nearby River Lossie.

The development of 44 homes near the site of the old hospital at Spynie is set to open in the autumn.

The site is being developed in partnership with Health & Social Care Moray and the Scottish Government, and is being built by Robertsons.

Loxa Court was selected by the judges for its connection to the history of the local area and the link to the community.

Adam Curry, director of organisational services at Hanover (Scotland) Housing Association, said: "We had a number of excellent suggestions for names for our new development but Alistair really hit the brief with his suggestion of Loxa Court.

"There is a clear connection to the local community and Loxa Court also reflects the history of the area.

"I would like to congratulate Alistair for his creative suggestion and look forward to welcoming him to the opening of Loxa Court later in the year."

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