Laing O’Rourke is the main contractor for the Edinburgh St James project. Work on site began in October 2017 with the closure of the St James Shopping Centre and the beginning of its demolition. Main construction works started in 2018 and the retail and leisure element is anticipated to complete in Spring 2021, followed by full scheme completion later that year.

A dedicated community relations adviser, Irene Gibb, has been appointed by Laing O’Rourke and can be contacted on matters regarding the site.

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