Sir Menzies Campbell has asked the Scottish Government for a second time for their views on the re-introduction of a passenger railway line after the Minister failed to respond to Sir Menzies’ earlier inquiry.
Sir Menzies, who has been campaigning for the re-introduction of the passenger rail link for the Levenmouth area, had written to the Minister for Transport Stewart Stevenson back in April asking what plans, if any, the Government had for the railway’s re-introduction. The reply that was received recently came from the Chief Executive of Transport Scotland, which noted the current position with the SEStran feasibility study.
Commenting Sir Menzies said, “The Minister has failed to answer the question here and I have again pressed him for an answer. It is clear that the re-introduction of a passenger rail link to Levenmouth would be hugely beneficial to the regeneration of the area. The social and economic advantages are huge.
“I want it, Levenmouth wants it, Fife Council wants it, lets see if the Scottish Government wants it.
Though a Lancastrian living near London I regularly visit Leven and the surrounding area for the wonderful golf courses and scenery. I fully support Sir Ming and his efforts to reopen the Leven railway. It would do wonders for the town and the local economy. With the rail track still being in place its such a cost effective solution and reap enormous benefits to all.
Perhaps he might also consider knocking down the power station and buliding the station in its place? The power station of course being the only eye sore in such a wonderful area.
Good luck with your efforts – a very worthwhile cause!
Tom Mather
7 Church Street
Clifton, Beds
SG175ES
With a by-election coming up in Fife surely that other famous Fife MP; whatisname – Gordon someone, might gets some votes if he agrees to the proposal?
Leven Power Station…. it may be ugly but it’s part of Fife’s heritage. Let nature take its course, leave it for the birds.