Work is underway on 31 new homes in East Lothian for the over-55s.The development, in Musselburgh, is part of a drive to help older people live independently in their homes for longer.Work began in April and comes after Phase 1 at Eskmills which saw 31 flats built, also for over-55s. The homes for Phase 2 are being built for Dunedin Canmore, part of Wheatley Group, by Hart Builders, part of the Cruden Group, and are on schedule for completion in July 2017.The development, being part-funded by a £1.26million Scottish Government grant, is in Musselburgh town centre, close to all major amenities including the Musselburgh to Edinburgh rail link.The amenity flats, for social rent, will have lift access and a facility to connect to the council’s telecare emergency call system. Residents will also have use of a laundry drying room and resident parking.