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ast Lothian, a near neighbour to Edinburgh, is a great choice for business, investors and families. Beautiful coast and countryside, attractive and distinctive towns, good quality housing, schools and services. All these factors contribute to East Lothian being a prosperous place in which to do business. Many businesses have already chosen to locate here – could you be next? In East Lothian we understand the importance of a strong local economy and are committed to both attracting and retaining businesses within the county. East Lothian’s Economic Development Strategy identifies opportunities that can support economic growth in the county. The strategy highlights East Lothian’s


key strengths, such as location, skilled workforce, quality of life and economic development support. One of the great advantages of locating a business in East Lothian is how accessible we are. Getting here couldn’t be easier: good access to trains, close to major road networks and easy access to national and international flights.


East Lothian enjoys quality provision of by Estates and Economic Development Unit, East Lothian Council


education and we are committed to ensuring our young people achieve their potential and local schools regularly feature highly in exam attainment tables.


Our approach is based on partnership and by understanding your business needs we can work with you to help your new business become established or help your existing business grow.


Queen Margaret University in Musselburgh offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses as well as a number of continuing professional development courses. The university also supports businesses of all sizes, from encouraging start-ups through its on-campus Business Gateway presence, to carrying out research for larger companies. They specialise in food and drink, creative industries and sustainable


FOR SALE


ALDERSTON HOUSE HADDINGTON


EAST LOTHIAN EH41 3SF


• B Listed Mansion House set in substantial grounds and woodland (Former Council Offices) • Gross Internal Area extends to approx 1,324m2


(14,246ft2 ) over 4 floors


• Site Area approx 2.2 Ha (5.4 acres) • Energy Performance Rating G • Re-launched with Revised Planning Guidelines for Alternative Uses including Residential


Offers Over £795,000 are invited


For enquiries, particulars and viewing arrangements contact: ESTATES, STRATEGIC ASSET AND CAPITAL PLAN MANAGEMENT


Tel: 01620 827330 or email estates@eastlothian.gov.uk COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MONTHLY 2018 75 business. East Lothian is also within easy reach of


Edinburgh’s many top rated universities and colleges.


With an expected population growth rate of 12% by 2022, East Lothian is well placed to meet the demands and opportunities that such growth will bring. Our approach is based on partnership and by understanding your business needs we can work with you to help your new business become established or help your existing business grow.


East Lothian is one of six local authorities which formed a partnership to secure a £1.1bn Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal in 2017 which will be invested in infrastructure, skills and innovation to further improve economic performance. There is no better time to invest and relocate in East Lothian. We’d love to hear from you and to help you bring your business to East Lothian or grow your existing enterprise. Contact: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/invest


or email


economicdevelopment@eastlothian.gov.uk Tel: 01620 827282.


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