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News & Blog
  • Edinburgh Leisure’s Festive Gymnastics Spectacular – It’s a Balancing Act

    Edinburgh Leisure’s Festive Gymnastics Spectacular – It’s a Balancing Act

    7th November 2024

    Tickets are now available for Edinburgh Leisure’s 18th annual Festive Gymnastics Display, where more than 800 gymnasts and cheerleaders from six Edinburgh Leisure venues, plus guest clubs, will come together to dazzle audiences at Meadowbank Sports Centre on Sunday, 24 November 2024 Dorothy McQueen, Gymnastics Development Officer, explained: “Gymnastics is…

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  • The Edinburgh Rental Market: Insights And Trends Every Landlord Should Know

    7th November 2024

    Edinburgh is consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in the UK, attracting students, professionals and tourists alike. For landlords, the city’s property market offers a wealth of opportunities but it’s crucial to stay informed about trends and market dynamics to ensure you make a smart investment.  …

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  • Why It’s A Smart Move For Landlords To Invest In Edinburgh’s Property Market

    7th November 2024

    If you’re looking to buy a property to rent out, how do you decide the best location? With so many towns and cities to choose from in Scotland, what sets one apart from the rest?  Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, is not only known for its rich history, stunning architecture and vibrant…

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  • Emirates returns to Edinburgh

    7th November 2024

    Daily service between Edinburgh and Dubai to increase Middle East connectivity. Emirates has landed in the Scottish capital for the first time since 2020 as the airline resumes its direct service between Edinburgh and Dubai. The airline will operate a daily service between Edinburgh Airport, now part of the VINCI…

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  • STAGECOACH EAST SCOTLAND OFFERS FREE TRAVEL TO VETERANS THIS REMEMBRANCE WEEKEND

    6th November 2024

    All serving military, veterans and cadets will qualify for free national travel on Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day in support of its Veterans employee network   Stagecoach East Scotland has announced that free travel will be available on all its bus services across the UK for serving military, cadets, and…

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  • New board appointments at leisure operator

    6th November 2024

    The charity Edinburgh Leisure, which runs over 50 sports and leisure facilities across the Scottish capital, has made three new board appointments. Welcoming Malcolm Reid as the new Chair, to replace Scott Haldane who is stepping down after a successful term on the board; Lorna Darrie (health), who is replacing…

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  • ELEVATE YOUR WINTER WITH W EDINBURGH : W EDINBURGH UNVEILS FESTIVE PROGRAMMING FOR CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S EVE 2024

    5th November 2024

    The 5-star hotel announces details of festive programming including unrivalled dinner views of Edinburgh’s iconic Hogmanay fireworks   W Edinburgh has announced its highly anticipated festive programing, including details of exciting Christmas Eve and Hogmanay events. Enjoy a host of festive experiences complete with signature cocktails, live music, and the…

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  • The Leith Annual, a new chronicle for Leith, is published today.

    5th November 2024

    Designated in 2023 by Time Out as one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods, a new book has been published today that seeks to chronicle a year in the life of Edinburgh’s historic port of Leith.   Inspired by handbooks that were previously published annually by the Port of Leith Authority…

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  • RENEWABLES EXPERT NAMED PARTNER AT WJM AHEAD OF KEY INDUSTRY EVENT

    5th November 2024

    Leading law firm Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) has announced the appointment of Esme Macfarlane to Partner, a milestone which coincides with her chairing WJM’s prestigious renewables seminar once again this November.   Esme, who has been a key figure in WJM’s renewables property team for nearly nine years,…

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  • Edinburgh celebrates the commitment of Living Wage employers

    5th November 2024

    Employers in Edinburgh continue to lead efforts in Scotland to make sure people in work can earn a decent wage that is enough to live on. The real Living Wage is an independently calculated rate based on the cost of living and is paid voluntarily by employers.  This pay rate…

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