Wind Farms could harm tourist trade
Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser has showed concern for Scotland's Tourist Trade with the proliferation of wind farms. Speaking in a debate in the Scottish Parliament, the representative for Mid-Scotland and Fife spoke of the intrusion the masts have. As Scotland relies on a tourist trade in its Highland regions, worries were presented that they would no longer be able to view an unspoiled landscape.
Station Hotel to become 'care village'
The new owners of the Station Hotel hope to transform the old building into a 'care village'. The Hotel closed in February when then owners Real Hotel Group went into administration. It was quickly bought by Supportico Ltd, and plans were unveiled yesterday, which included housing and services for the elderly. The hotels ball room and conference rooms are to be retained for activites, as is the walled garden.
Rejection recommended for Millionaire's Playground
Council planners have failed to back the bid to create a millionaire's playground on the banks of Loch Rannoch. Over a thousand objections were submitted to the council over the plans, with local politicians also speaking out against the project. A full council meeting tomorrow will see a recommendation to reject the plan as contrary to local and national planning guidelines. Environmental bodies such as SEPA and Scottish Natural Heritage have also criticised the proposals.
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