Ian Yuill, Liberal Democrat councillor for Mannofield, Broomhill, Garthdee and Ruthrieston, has welcomed today’s decision by the Education, Culture and Sports Committee to keep Harlaw Academy open.

The area Ian Yuill represents includes most of Harlaw Academy’s catchment area.

Ian Yuill said “I’m delighted – and my constituents will be as well. Now the uncertainty is over, Harlaw Academy, pupils, parents and staff can get on with what really matters – providing the best possible education for everyone at Harlaw.

“Harlaw Academy has the highest occupancy rate of any secondary school in the city. A strong educational case has been made to keep Harlaw open. You only had listen to the Harlaw pupils who spoke to the committee today to realise just how important Harlaw Academy is to them.

“Harlaw Academy is the right school in the right place.”

Ian Yuill concluded “I want to thank everyone who has been campaigning on behalf of Harlaw Academy – pupils, parents, the Parent Councils and others – for their fantastic efforts and the strong positive arguments they have made to keep Harlaw Academy open.”