Initial pontoons estimate was ‘unrealistic’
Yesterday Moray Council, which faces having to make £1.3million worth of savings this year, was criticised for publishing an “unrealistic” estimate for how much the Findochty Harbour pontoons project would cost.
The local authority has explained the price was based on an “indicative” quote – before the final tendering process, which attracted five bids, resulted in much higher costs.
Buckie councillor Gordon Cowie said: “We spoke about this very early on in the process. It was never going to come in at that price, it was a stab in the dark figures that they got, it was totally unrealistic.
Town centre and tourism leaders have united in a powerful plea for shoppers to think local first this Christmas. Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP) and VisitScotland say the need for locals to show their support for the businesses in their community has never been greater than this festive season. And, whether it be vouchers for a local shop, meal out or a getaway at a hotel or attraction close to home, they believe the gift choices on offer have also never been stronger as people appreciate more of what’s on their doorstep. Both organisations are championing the Scotland Love Local campaign message for people to prioritise supporting businesses around them - whether in person or online - to fuel the nation’s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Town centre and tourism leaders have united in a powerful plea for shoppers to think local first this Christmas. Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP) and VisitScotland say the need for locals to show their support for the businesses in their community has never been greater than this festive season. And, whether it be vouchers for a local shop, meal out or a getaway at a hotel or attraction close to home, they believe the gift choices on offer have also never been stronger as people appreciate more of what’s on their doorstep. Both organisations are championing the Scotland Love Local campaign message for people to prioritise supporting businesses around them - whether in person or online - to fuel the nation’s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic.