Local MP backs millionaire's playground campaignors
Campaignors fighting a proposed millionaire's playground in highland Perthshire have received backing from a local politician. MP Pete Wishart has vowed to support locals in their bid to stop the development. The proposals would see an estate on the banks of loch rannoch transformed into a resort, stretching along 2 miles of scenic land. Already the RSPB and other environmental organisations have slammed the plans, saying the destruction of local forestry could have a devastating effect on wildlife.
Cigarette display ban moves one step closer
Moves to end cigarette displays in Perth and Kinross shops took a step forward yesterday following a vote in the Scottish Parliament. MSPs voted in favour of the Tobacco and Primary Medical Services Bill as it completed stage one of the parliamentary process. The bill now faces further scrutiny before a final vote in the Parliament. The main purpose of the bill is to ban tobacco displays as well as vending machines and to create fixed penalty notices for retailers selling cigarettes to under 18s. Public Health Minister Shona Robison had visited Perth earlier in the week to talk with a local shopkeeper who supported the ban. She has said it could help reduce child smoking in future generations.
Rural ecomony will get a further boost
A further boost to the rural economy was announced today by the Scottish Government. At Scotland's first ever rural gathering, the government said it intends to fund projects in rural communities, such as small businesses, gardens and festivals. Funding will me made through the LEADER programme, which recently announced grants to 6 Perthshire projects. It coincides with new figures released recently showing life in rural Scotland is thriving, with longer life expectancy, higher employment and a greater sense of safety than in urban areas.
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