"Why is everyone desperate for long haul, EDI is doing just fine with their current portfolio ?"
Correct me if I'm wrong, but haven't BAA delivered the following at Edinburgh -
Full length taxyways
New Iconic Control Tower
New Radar
South East Pier
A multitude of ramp/parking space for aircraft
Dealt In Ryanair
A large Cargo Apron that handles widebody freighters
Over 9m pax
Long Haul Delta to JFK/ATL came and went, as did Air Transat, and Travel City Direct IIRC.
Can't please some it seems