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One step closer to a visitor levy
The levy is expected to generate tens of millions of pounds a year to reinvest in the city’s infrastructure and sustainable tourism from summer 2026.
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Celebrating 900 years of being a city
Join us as we celebrate Edinburgh's 900th anniversary through a rich programme of events, talks, tours and tales.
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Have your say on Firework Control Zones
Control Zones will mean that certain fireworks will no longer be permitted in some areas.
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Edinburgh’s ‘groundbreaking’ visitor levy scheme takes another step forward
Ambitious plans for a Visitor Levy in Edinburgh took another significant step forward today (22 August), as councillors agreed key details of the draft scheme.
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Edinburgh reflects on its past and looks to the future
Edinburgh joined cities across the world today in remembering the slave trade and its lasting impact on our society.
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Council launches wellbeing platform for children and young people
The platform, which provides a safe place to find advice, local support, tips, and tools to help maintain positive wellbeing, was launched at Bonaly Primary School on Wednesday (21 August).