Big success for Ratho GP campaign
The tiny Ratho Health Centre, in Baird Road, has been deemed not fit for purpose and has been described by some as more of a flat than a surgery.
It had previously been suggested that its replacement would be built at Ratho Station – an option that proved unpopular with residents and local politicians.
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Hide AdHowever, following a campaign it has emerged that refurbishing an empty building in Wilkieston Road is now the preferred option.
Pentland Hills SNP councillor Bill Henderson said: “It’s a fantastic result for Ratho and shows what can be achieved when the community works hand-in-hand with local and national politicians.
“This news will go down superbly in Ratho. Everybody is happy.”
Colin Briggs, general manager for NHS Lothian’s Edinburgh Community Health Partnership, said: “The Wilkieston Road premises is the preferred option. The next step will be to procure the construction contract.”