Linlithgow MSP welcomes Winchburgh development boss to Holyrood
Linlithgow MSP Fiona Hyslop attended the Scottish Parliament's Business in Parliament Conference along with her guest John Hamilton, CEO of Winchburgh Development Ltd. The Conference is jointly hosted by the Scottish Parliament and the Scottish Government, and the theme of this year's Conference was Workforce for the Future. Fiona said: 'It was a pleasure to invite John to join me at this year's Business in Parliament Conference held in the Scottish Parliament. 'I have supported Winchburgh's growth for over 20 years, and in my role as local MSP, have been part of the community drive to see a rail station built and delivered for Winchburgh. 'I was also pleased to help secure the new secondary schools and the motorway access junction. 'It has been wonderful to see the community grow with the Auldcathie Park, including the community garden which is a real asset to the town. 'I look forward to seeing Winchburgh continue to grow in the future.' Don't miss the latest news from the West Lothian Courier. Sign up to our free newsletter here .
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