Press release

MILTON OF CAMPSIE GREENBELT PRESERVATION PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE PUBLICATION The MOC Greenbelt Preservation Group Steering Committee met newly elected MP Stuart McDonald on Friday morning, 15 May 2015 to discuss the overwhelming local opposition to Bellway’s initial plans to build 80 houses on the greenbelt at the northern part of Redmoss Farm. This was Stuart’s first official constituency meeting since being elected last Thursday. At the meeting it was revealed that Bellway have been in further discussion with the Council, outwith the current consultation process, to reinstate and extend the original plan to build 220 houses on the southern part of the site. It was decided to hold a drop in session to assist people to submit representations to the Council. The session will be held in the Village Hall this Tuesday night, 19 May 2015, from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. Stuart McDonald said: "I know there is strong opposition in the village to the proposals for housing on Redmoss Farm, but also disquiet about the difficulties in submitting consultation responses to the council. That's why the idea of holding a drop-in workshop to help local people complete response forms and make their views known is very welcome indeed, and I'd encourage as many residents as possible to head along on Tuesday night to get involved." MOC Greenbelt Preservation Secretary, Alan Harris said: “ It is vital that as many people as possible submit representations to the Council before the deadline at 5.00pm on WEDNESDAY 27 MAY 2015 as this may be the last chance to prevent building on Redmoss Greenbelt. Anyone who wishes further information or who cannot attend the meeting can contact me by email on secretary@mocgreenbelt.org ENDS For further information contact: Alan Harris: secretary@mocgreenbelt.org