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Labour’s Pride in Place Board Under Fire | Edinburgh News
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A $20 million fund meant to revitalize Fauldhouse, Whitburn, and Blackburn has sparked political firestorms, as Reform’s David McLennan accuses Labour of hijacking the Pride in Place Board for electioneering. McLennan claims Labour ignored his bid for a balanced seat, instead filling the board with their own picks — a move he sees as a party-first strategy. Council leader Lawrence Fitzpatrick defends the appointments, highlighting George Paul’s experience and noting McLennan’s lack of cross-party support. While the SNP initially doubted the fund’s legitimacy, local MP Gregor Poynton sees momentum building. Fitzpatrick vows to keep the board serving all communities, regardless of politics — but tensions are far from over.
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