An Edinburgh councillor is demanding clarity on the cancellation of Hogmanay, questioning the decision and its financial implications for the city.
She’s puzzled because the weather was pretty calm that night. The council canceled the famous street party on December 30, citing “extreme weather” as the reason.
Now, Campbell is pushing for answers. She’s set to present a motion to the council’s committee next week. She’s questioning the decision and wants to know about the costs involved.
The council had budgeted over £800,000 for the event. She’s also curious if they have insurance to cover the losses.
Campbell is asking for a detailed report on how the cancellation was handled. She wants to know who was involved in the decision-making process.
She believes that if the infrastructure had been set up, the event could have gone ahead. It’s a big deal for the city, and she wants to ensure they’re prepared for future events.
This situation has sparked a lot of conversation in Edinburgh. People are eager to know what really happened and why the event was called off.