LATEST NEWS: ‘Gas Holder 1’ lights up the sky as new park opens

LATEST NEWS: ‘Gas Holder 1’ lights up the sky as new park opens

The iconic gasholder – now named ‘Gas Holder 1’ – is a beacon of light in north Edinburgh as it is being illuminated permanently after dark. Refurbishment is now complete on the structure using funding from the UK Government. Permanent lighting on the frame means it is seen brightly in the…

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LATEST NEWS: Bin it to win it LitterLotto rolls out in Edinburgh

People who live, work and visit Edinburgh can now ‘bin it to win it’ by taking a photo of their litter being binned and uploading it to the LitterLotto app. The LitterLotto is being trialled in Edinburgh for a year, in partnership with Keep Scotland Beautiful, to encourage more people…

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Roseburn to Union Canal active travel route opens to the public

The Roseburn to Union Canal active travel route was officially opened today (9 December) with an inaugural group cycle ride and walk from Sauchiebank to Dalry Community Park. Transport and Environment Convener, Councillor Stephen Jenkinson was joined by Cabinet Secretary for Transport Fiona Hyslop, Scotland Director for Sustrans, Karen McGregor…

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Notice of the Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election published

Nominations open today (Friday 6 December) for candidates to stand in the forthcoming Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election. The by-election is being held following the resignations of Councillor Marco Biagi and Councillor Louise Spence in November 2024.On Thursday 23 January 2025, Colinton/Fairmilehead residents will go to the polls to elect two new councillors…

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Have your say on ambitious vision for Edinburgh’s city centre

Residents, businesses and other interested groups in the Capital are being asked to comment on a strategy to revitalise Princes Street and the wider Waverley Valley to be more vibrant and welcoming. The new vision will guide the long-term regeneration of this part of the city centre, providing a mix…

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Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election to be held in January

A by-election will be held in the Colinton/Fairmilehead ward following the resignation of Councillor Marco Biagi. On Thursday 23 January 2025, Colinton/Fairmilehead residents will go to the polls to select a new councillor to represent the ward. The ward, which also covers Bonaly, Dreghorn, Oxgangs and Swanston has a current…

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LATEST NEWS: Mel Young MBE receives the Edinburgh Award 2024

The Homeless World Cup co-founder and social entrepreneur, Mel Young MBE, was officially presented with the coveted Edinburgh Award by the Lord Provost, Robert Aldridge yesterday evening (October 24) at a civic reception at the City Chambers. Since 2007, the Edinburgh Award has celebrated individuals who have made a truly unique contribution…

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Edinburgh’s ‘Smart City’ strategy to boost digital inclusion and sustainability

A new digital strategy will push forward Edinburgh’s ambitions for becoming a sustainable and inclusive Smart City. The Digital and Smart City strategy 2024 – 2027 – aimed at accelerating the city’s technological transformation – was approved by members of the Policy and Sustainability Committee today (Tuesday 22 October). Since…

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Council tenants urged to share views on how their rent should be spent

The City of Edinburgh Council is asking tenants to give their feedback on how it invests in Council homes, neighbourhoods, and services. With just six weeks to go until this year’s consultation closes on Friday 29 November, tenants across the capital are being reminded to share their views on how…

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LATEST NEWS: Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election candidates announced

12 candidates will stand in the upcoming Council by-election Residents have until Tuesday 29 October to make sure they are registered to vote on Thursday 14 November The candidates standing in the forthcoming Colinton/Fairmilehead Council by-election have been confirmed. Twelve candidates have been nominated to stand in the by-election, which…

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