COSLA response to the Town Centre Action Plan, agreed by Leaders, and published this morning (13 April)

A COSLA Spokesperson said:  “Towns are at the heart of Scotland’s Local Authorities’ and we welcome this response as a pathway to A New Future for Scotland’s Town Centres.

“The framework it provides will help our towns to contribute to national targets such as net zero, but also opens opportunities for towns to thrive through digital connectivity, green spaces and support for retailers.

“As long- time supporters of the Town Centre First Approach, we are delighted that this call to action puts the focus back on to Scotland’s towns and town centres and the communities they serve.”