The major redevelopment of Bangour Hospital will create almost 1000 new homes
21st century. Nothing this size comes without challenges so we should rise to this challenge.” Bathgate Conservative councillor, Charles Kennedy, said he had great concerns about giving carte blanche to the proposal, adding that serious consideration had to be given to the Local Development Plan.Councillor Kennedy said he welcomed the development and the saving of listed buildings but wondered “if the cost was too high”.Council leader, Lawrence Fitzpatrick, moved an amendment against the proposal on the grounds of its size as per the Local Development Plan, the effect of tree removal and significant impact on traffic and rail infrastructure.