UPDATE ON TRAVELLER ENCAMPMENT
WE (Granton& District Community Council) are aware of community concerns around the continuing occupation of Scottish Government land at Waterfront Avenue / Granton Park Avenue, which is earmarked for The Art Works development.
The Community Council acknowledges the frustration felt by local residents about the length of time it is taking for this complex issue to be resolved.
An appeal hearing in relation to the eviction order took place in early August, and the judgement was issued at the Court of Session on Thursday (27 August). It found in the Scottish Government’s favour, upholding the eviction order. However, it is worth noting that a further appeal is possible.
As a Community Council, we hope to receive further updates on next steps once available, and will do our best to communicate this to residents in good time.
View the news reports about the judgement:
BBC News (https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckgwd9l5210o)
and STV News (https://news.stv.tv/…/traveller-family-to-be-evicted…).
GRANTON & DISTRICT COMMUNITY COUNCIL
