(Adapted from an email from SESplan – full email is here)
The impact population, household and economic growth will have on our countryside, infrastructure and communities is explored in the SESplan Main Issues Report. With the second largest population growth in Scotland predicted by 2037 (220,000 more people and 25% more homes) there will be significant implications for wherever this new development is accommodated in the region.
SESplan launched the public consultation on Main Issues Report on the 21 July 2015. The consultation aims to get as many people as possible interested in the future of the region and commenting on the issues. The Main Issues Report asks key questions, the answers to which will shape the way our region looks, feels and functions for decades to come. The Main Issues Report represents your chance to influence the second strategic plan for the region.
As the consultation is gathering pace a range of events are taking place in the region and SESplan are encouraging people to come along to consultation events in their area to find out more. Events include:
Community Events
Aimed at Community Councils, Community Groups and anyone looking to engage in discussions about the Main Issues Report (PDF). These events feature an introduction on what SESplan is and what the Main Issues are followed by workshop based discussion. Please let SESplan know if you want to attend contactus@sesplan.gov.uk.
The Edinburgh events are
- Monday 24 August Community Event: St Thomas Church Hall, Glasgow Road, Corstorphine, Edinburgh 6-8pm
- Thursday 27 August Community Event: Waverley Court, East Market Street, Edinburgh 6-8pm
- Wednesday 2 September Community Event: Portobello Town Hall, Portobello High Street, Edinburgh 6-8pm
- Thursday 3 September Community Event: Waverley Court, East Market Street, Edinburgh 6-8pm
- Wednesday 9 September Community Event: Business Centre, City Chambers, Edinburgh 6-8pm
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