
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
#No.48🎙️ Public Inquiry -Week 2 Day 2
- Focus on economic modelling behind the Dalradian application
- Serious questions raised about overly optimistic projections
- Concerns around lack of real-world grounding and evidence
- Independent expert Mr Burgess (FODC) casts doubt on financial claims
- Key issue: Who actually benefits from the profits?
- Gold value driving projections — but wealth largely leaves the local area
- Community impact questioned: jobs, local economy, real benefit?
- Strong intervention from Sean Clarke (Mid Ulster Council)
- Concerns about job displacement and pressure on existing businesses
- Inquiry timeline may be extended significantly
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