# Local Lawyer Leads £20M Pride in Place Fund

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Podcast: [Edinburgh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edinburgh-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612011)
Published: 2026-05-14T16:18:32+00:00
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## Resource

Eric Lumsden, a local lawyer from Whitburn, has been appointed as the independent chair for a new board managing £20 million in UK government funds for community upgrades in Whitburn, Blackburn, and Fauldhouse. Lumsdens deep roots in the area and extensive experience make him an ideal choice for this voluntary role. The board will involve locals, elected officials, and MPs to consult with residents and plan spending, with Lumsden aiming to drive meaningful change through community input. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f08bbbc06a145fc7

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