Lib Dems demand answers on Water of Leith protection delays

Edinburgh Liberal Democrat Councillors have highlighted critical delays to sewage protection measures.

Upon a Council report on the Water of Leith water quality, local Lib Dems flagged up that a significant amount of planned infrastructure upgrades which are required to screen off sewage and detritus entering the river have been delayed until after 2027.

Over 10 projects will not begin until 2028.

Commenting on the update, Leith Walk Councillor Jack Caldwell said “This is incredibly disappointing as the Water of Leith was a key part of Scottish Water's investment plan. Our river deserves to be clean for wildlife, plantlife, and people alike."

Transport and Environment spokesperson Councillor Kevin Lang got cross-party support for Edinburgh Council to write to Scottish Water to get answers on updated timescales.