In a recent interview, Terry Levinthal, the director of the Cockburn Association, voiced his strong disapproval of Netflix’s plan to install a plaque at a historic site in Edinburgh dedicated to its popular series “One Day.” The streaming platform intends to place a red plaque with a quote from the show at The Vennel, a location that plays a crucial role in the story of the main characters, Emma and Dexter, as portrayed by Ambika Mod and Leo Woodall.
Levinthal was outspoken in his criticism, urging city planners to reject the request submitted to the City of Edinburgh Council for the required planning permission. He described the plaque installation as a “simple exercise in product marketing,” highlighting the potential threat it poses to the historic integrity of the site, which is a listed building dating back to 1910.
As this debate continues, it prompts broader discussions about the balance between popular culture and the preservation of heritage in one of Scotland’s most historic cities.
