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In for a penny to lose the pounds

Be in for just a penny and lose the pounds in time for Christmas. Edinburgh Leisure is reducing their normal joining fee to just 1p on any of their swim, gym, fitness classes, and climb memberships meaning there’s no excuse not to get fit and manage your well-being in the…

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Scottish Water has announced its partnership with Unblocktober 2023

Scottish Water encourages the whole of Scotland to take part in the Unblocktober pledge Scottish Water has announced its partnership with the Unblocktober campaign and is calling on its customers to take the Unblocktober pledge. Scottish Water is Scotland’s publicly owned water supplier and serves more than 2.6 million households…

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First “graduate” of Kirk Murdoch Scholarship is fitting tribute to respected lawyer

The first law student to graduate from a scholarship scheme set up in memory of the respected lawyer Kirk Murdoch has started a traineeship at Pinsent Masons. Emilia Gordon, who is dual qualified in Scots and English law after graduating from the University of Dundee, has joined the firm in…

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Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce welcomes the New Deal for Business implementation plan

The Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce today welcomed the New Deal for Business implementation plan announced by the Scottish Government. This plan aims to address the concerns that the Chamber has been voicing for a while now, particularly those related to the individual and cumulative effects of new legislation on businesses.…

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First look: Scotland’s mythical past set to light up city skyline with return of Castle of Light

The creative team behind Castle of Light has revealed a first look at this year’s ‘Magic and Mystery’ themed interactive light trail at Edinburgh Castle, as the countdown to the winter spectacular begins. Edinburgh’s most iconic landmark will once again welcome locals and visitors alike to experience an immersive after-dark…

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W Edinburgh unveils new social dining destinations, bringing eclectic gastronomy to the city with the opening of SushiSamba

This November, W Hotels Worldwide, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 31 brands, is set to bring energy and flair to the city’s lively culinary scene with the highly anticipated opening of W Edinburgh. Bookings for the three hero dining outlets are open now HERE for tables from 14th November.…

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Edinburgh Napier’s Bright Red Triangle welcomes Nigel Chadwick as its first ever Entrepreneur in Residence

The tech founder will guide students, staff and alumni Bright Red Triangle (BRT), the enterprise hub at Edinburgh Napier University, has appointed Nigel Chadwick as its inaugural Entrepreneur in Residence. Nigel will bring extensive expertise to the newly created role, which will offer invaluable guidance to the BRT community. His…

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Storm Babet: SP Energy Networks issues power cut safety advice following weather warnings

Electricity network operator SP Energy Networks has shared safety advice to help customers keep safe in the event of any potential power cuts caused by Storm Babet over the coming days. The Met Office has issued weather warnings for parts of the UK, with heavy rain and strong winds expected…

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Children in Scotland CEO to take on 30 hills in seven days to mark 30th anniversary

The chief executive of a leading Scottish children’s organisation is gearing up for a mountainous challenge in November, all for a very good cause. Dr Judith Turbyne will climb 30 hills over a seven-day period to mark the organisation’s 30th anniversary. Judith will start her itinerary in and around the Sidlaws…

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Spooktacular Events at Edinburgh Leisure this Halloween

Little monsters can actively enjoy Halloween this year and have a frightfully good time at Edinburgh Leisure’s three soft-play centres across the city. Let them get into the Halloween spirit by joining one of our soft play parties. There’ll be ghoulish discos, petrifying party games and of course lots of…

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