MSPs oppose power plant

CONTROVERSIAL plans for a massive biomass power plant in the heart of Edinburgh's waterfront regeneration area have been thrown into doubt after SNP politicians spoke out against it.

MSPs Shirley-Anne Somerville and Kenny MacAskill have voiced concern over the size, location and environmental impact of the proposed plant, earmarked for a site in Leith Docks just 400 metres from existing homes.

They are demanding the scrapping of the 360 million scheme, which would convert woodchip into energy.

The Scottish Government will have the final say on the development. Supporters of the proposals claim they "have been carefully developed to complement long-term regeneration plans".