An Edinburgh man who runs a business just off Leith Walk has said he has no choice but to shut up shop after changes to traffic movement due to the tram works.
William McGregor, who runs McGregor Auto Service on Stead's Place, says that changes to the way traffic can move on Leith Walk means customers are struggling to find the business. He's been running the garage for over 30 years, and claims he's had no assistance in putting up signs from the council.
Responding, the City of Edinburgh Council said the Trams to Newhaven team have 'worked extremely hard to take the needs of local businesses into account'. Due to the introduction of the trams and changes to the way traffic can move up and down Leith Walk, cars can no longer turn from Leith Walk onto Stead's Place - so access to William's business must be made through Springfield Street.
