Tranent's Snack Van Plan Rejected

0:00Counselors in East Lothian just shut down plans for a snack van in a vacant car park right across from Trenton's Memorial Park. The spot used to serve a retail shop that went bust and closed up shop this week leaving the area empty. The van operator wanted to roll in there with permission already in hand, planning to sling snacks from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, but they were. Opened to shorter hours to make it work. Local leaders weren't feeling in, saying the van would scare off any big retail folks eyeing the site and give the wrong vibe at the town's main entrance. One counselor called it a bad look for communities fresh off sprucing up the area as a special spot. Planning offices push for a three-year trial to test a man in town impact, but the committee voted it down seven to four keeping fast food vibes for industrial zones instead. So the car park stays clear for now, betting on better business down the line to boost Trenton's front door. Edinburgh News today powered by AI bringing you what matters. I'm Corey with the story.