As you may aware by now the planning applications for constructing the skatepark in Inverleith Park were considered at the councils’ planning committee on Wednesday16th February.

In spite of the overwhelming support for the pavilion site, the committee did not make a final decision, instead both applications were referred to a public hearing. We understand that the hearing will take place within the next four weeks, meanwhile councillors from the planning committee will also make a site visit to Inverleith Park to see the proposed sites for themselves.

At the actual hearing, representatives from groups supporting the proposals and those opposing them will be given the opportunity to put forward their case and then we believe a final decision WILL be made by the planning committee.

As stated previously, if the decision is in favour of either site (or both!) this will have to be passed on to the Scottish Executive who ultimately have the final say. No further representation by the public or anyone can be made to the executive, details of all previous representations etc. will be sent and their final decision will be made based on all available information.

The executive have 28 days to make their decision, although an extension can be requested. As soon as we receive any further information we post it up.