
The Fountain of Controversy: West Dunbartonshire’s Costly Conundrum
In the heart of Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire, a fountain renovation project has stirred the waters of public opinion. The Smollett Fountain, a historic landmark, has become the center of a financial debate after the council’s decision to allocate £254,000 for its restoration, only to result in a non-functioning water feature. Financial Flow and Community Response The council’s hefty expenditure on the Smollett Fountain has raised eyebrows across the community. The project, aimed at reviving the fountain’s former glory, has instead led to a dry spell, with no water cascading from its tiers. Residents and local activists question the allocation of…