Portobello Park Action Group had been formed by people who enjoy Portobello Park and Golf Course for sporting and recreation and who are concerned about the council's proposal to build housing and school(s) on the Park. This is the only sizeable piece of green land in the area and is much used and loved by a wide variety of local residents, school children, golfers, dog walkers, footballers and nature lovers.

Our aim is to preserve this piece of central, accessible green space for future generations to enjoy because, once built upon, it will be lost forever. Green space is fast being used up all over the country and is particularly important in urban areas close to where people live, performing the function of lungs for the city.

We believe the council should consider other options and alternatives for replacing local schools and look into other ways of funding them other than disposing of public assets to pay for them.

This land was sold to the council in 1898 to be used exclusively as a public park and recreation ground for the community of Edinburgh in perpetuity and should remain so. If you support our campaign, please sign the e-petition and make a comment if you wish.

Thank you for your support.