Stevedore Place in Leith has become an unlikely battleground on the Trams to Newhaven project with local residents leading a campaign against the plans over concerns of the loss of a significant number of trees. After discussions at the start of the year a revised plan for the tramway in this area were revealed which will eventually see additional trees planted, but only once the construction works have been completed.
Work may be at an early stage at Stevedore Place but excavation and clearance of utility services has now bee completed. The controversial removal of the trees has also taken place. The area will now see drainage and ducting works started followed by the main infrastructure works. Its due to be completed by summer 2021 and this was will be followed by works on the road.