Scottish Enterprise Extends Flamingo Land Contract

Scottish Enterprise has extended its exclusive contract with Flamingo Land, allowing the developer to appeal the rejection of their proposed resort at Loch Lomond. The Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority had previously unanimously rejected Flamingo Land's plans for a large development that included hotels, a waterpark, and a monorail, following substantial community opposition and the collection of over 155,000 objections led by Green MSP Ross Greer. Local MSP Jackie Baillie expressed her disappointment, emphasizing community opposition and urging the First Minister to intervene. The extension gives Flamingo Land the right to appeal the rejection to the Scottish Government and to purchase the land if they succeed. Greer criticized the decision, stating it undermines the community's wishes and enables a company that has persistently pursued the project despite prior rejections. The situation reflects ongoing tensions between development interests and local environmental concerns in the area.