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Scottish Government Approves Short-Term Let Hotel in Bathgate

The Scottish Government has given the green light to transform a former Farmfoods store in Bathgate town center into a 39-bed short-term let hotel, despite initial rejection by West Lothian Council. The project, led by Muir Developments, was appealed after council members expressed concerns about room sizes and over-provision. Local SNP councillor Pauline Stafford criticized the design and potential lack of vibrancy. However, a government-appointed reporter dismissed these concerns, stating they are not planning issues. This decision aligns with a trend of converting empty buildings in West Lothian into similar accommodations.

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