Russell Borthwick, chief executive of Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce, said: “We have been clear in our ask that local councillors listen to the business community, put economic success at the heart of their decisions and show ambition in making the vision for our region a reality. In backing the plans for the new stadium Aberdeen City Council has demonstrated all of these things and we warmly welcome today’s announcement.

“We believe Kingsford is one of the major infrastructure projects that is key to the future of our economy. Our hope now is that the plans are progressed at pace and the benefits of this investment begin to be felt by the community.”

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