Briefings

Not in the spirit

June 28, 2017

<p>Something is missing from the East Lothian skyline - two tall chimneys and the massive structure of the Cockenzie Power Station have been demolished.&nbsp; After living in its shadow for over 50 years, the nearby communities of Port Seaton, Cockenzie and Preston Pans envisaged a whole new future for the site &ndash; much of it under community control.&nbsp; These communities, working together as the Coastal Regeneration Alliance, believed their business case was strong but Scottish Government clearly thought otherwise.&nbsp; That said, pursuing the community for legal costs hardly seems in the spirit of community empowerment.</p>

 

Author: Marie Sharp, East Lothian Courier

To read article from East Lothian Courier by Marie Sharp 22/6/17 – click here