Flamingo Land faces accusations of distortion during their appeal for a tourist resort plan near Loch Lomond.
Ross Greer claims they changed their story and twisted facts to get approval. His lawyer, Ian Cowan, supports this claim. They say Flamingo Land is raising new points that never appeared in the original filing.
The developers suggest a smaller project was possible, something Greer notes they never proposed before. The project included hotels, lodges, and a waterpark, alongside shops and parking.
The developers say it would boost jobs, but opponents fear damage to the landscape, traffic, and the environment. A public hearing happened in Balloch, resulting in park board members rejecting the plan 14-0.
Greer says their appeal is deceptive, claiming they misrepresent their plan. He highlights the unanimous rejection and notes 155,000 people objected to it. Experts also opposed the project.
Greer urges the government to reject the plan, calling it a decade-long attempt to wear people down. He states Flamingo Land hasn’t addressed flood risks, which were a key reason for rejection.
Lomond Banks defended their proposal, accusing Greer of “clickbait politics.” They said their resort fits the area well and insists it respects Loch Lomond’s gateway.
Jim Paterson criticized Greer’s claims, saying Greer was misleading the public and questioned his online petition data. Paterson emphasizes genuine community consultation and believes the project can revitalize the area and create jobs.