Proposal for Innovation Park and Commercial Hub on land around the University
We have exciting proposals for use of the land around the campus, focusing on an innovation park and commercial hub. We are doing this because creation of such facilities will enable us to drive economic development to benefit the local Musselburgh community, and those in East Edinburgh, Lothian and Border regions. The development will also add to the vibrancy of the local area as it will include attractive spaces on land adjacent to the University facilities for local residents and the University community.
Our proposal for an innovation park is the major project included within the Edinburgh City Region Deal to benefit East Lothian, and is a once in a lifetime opportunity to create significant employment and a vibrant and sustainable community that will serve generations to come.
Our proposals
On this site, you will find detailed information on proposals shared at public exhibitions in autumn 2016, along with information on developments since that time. There is also a dedicated Edinburgh Innovation Park microsite at http://edinburghinnovationpark.co.uk
Edinburgh Innovation Park is supported by the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal. For more information, see www.esescityregiondeal.org.uk.
Press releases and newsletters
Plans Unveiled for £80m Innovation Hub Supporting 13,000 jobs at Queen Margaret University
QMU to Consult on Proposal for New Innovation Park
University Says Completed A1 Junction is Essential to Boost East Lothian Economy
City Region Deal will fast-track creation of vibrant sustainable communities for generations to come
Innovation Park at Queen Margaret University moves a step forward
Article in the Scotsman: Guarding against complacency
University collaboration is a recipe for success
City Region Deal signals major investment in East Lothian
City Deal agreement signals green light for Edinburgh Innovation Park
Statement from Queen Margaret University on adoption of East Lothian LDP
City Deal agreement signals green light for Edinburgh Innovation Park
Statement on approval of planning permission for the A1/QMU road junction
If you have any questions, you can email us at marketing@qmu.ac.uk
What happens next?
Working in partnership with East Lothian Council, we are currently working up a full business case for the innovation park.
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