Liberal Democrats urge council to support the hall in Corstorphine

Jardine Urges Council To Approve Support For Hall

Edinburgh West Liberal Democrat, Christine Jardine, has today called on the City of Edinburgh Council to approve a funding request to rebuild Corstorphine Public Hall.

Built in 1892, the hall served as a hub for the community until it was ravaged by a major fire in 2013.

Despite a considerable amount being raised from insurance claims and fundraising efforts, there remains a substantial shortfall in money needed for a rebuild. 

Today it was revealed that the Edinburgh City Council’s Finance and Resources Committee will consider a request for £750,000 towards rebuilding costs on 6 December.

Ms Jardine commented:“Before the fire, Corstorphine Public Hall was a well-loved landmark that served as a focal point for the community for well over 100 years. 

 “There’s been a fantastic fundraising effort by community groups over the past few years, but his much-needed cash boost would finally allow the rebuild to go ahead. 

“It’s still so sad to see the remains of the hall standing untouched on Kirk Loan, so I urge the committee to look favourably on this grant request so we can get things moving for the community in Corstorphine.”