Edinburgh's West Town: A new city rising – or a chance slipping away? The numbers are staggering. More than 20,000 new homes to be built providing accommodation for around 50,000 people. An almost 10 per cent jump in Edinburgh’s population. A new, as yet unnamed, part of the city providing modern accommodation, new schools, health facilities and roads. A concert arena. New hotels. A green corridor that will allow the public to walk from Cramond Shore to Pentland Hills without crossing a road. A place where public transport is prioritised. And all within the city boundary.

The numbers are staggering. More than 20,000 new homes to be built providing accommodation for around 50,000 people. An almost 10% jump in...

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Frank Odonnell