A West Fife Councillor believes the successful bid by Forth Ports for a Green Freeport could unlock the economic potential of the site of the former Longannet Generating Station near Kincardine.
Cllr. Graeme Downie, Scottish Labour Councillor for West Fife & Coastal Villages, has written to Cllr. Altany Craik, Spokesperson for Finance, Economy and Strategic Planning, asking him to ensure Fife Councils takes advantage of the opportunity to work with partners to sensitively develop the site to create jobs and skills in the area.
The issue of the future of the Longannet was a key part of the local election campaign last year and since his election, Cllr. Downie has campaigned to ensure that Longannet remains a site of strategic importance for Fife Council.
Although not directly included in the bid by Forth Ports, Cllr. Downie believes the proximity of the Longannet site still presents an opportunity to bring businesses and employment to the area.
Commenting on the Green Freeports announcement, Cllr. Graeme Downie, Scottish Labour Councillor for West Fife & Coastal Villages, said:
“The Longannet site is of critical importance not only to Kincardine but right across Dunfermline and Fife.”
“The size of the site, the legacy of the area and the skills that we have here mean it could be a driver and powerhouse for the regional economy for decades if properly and sensitively developed.”
“I want to ensure Fife Council recognise that importance and will work with the landowner, Scottish Power, along with partners like Forth Ports, Scottish Enterprise and Scottish Government to make sure Longannet is once again at the heart of the economy of central Scotland.”
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