Tour de France route revealed as Edinburgh prepares for historic Grand Départ
Edinburgh will host the start of the 2027 Tour de France on Friday 2 July next year, with the route for the historic opening stage from the Scottish capital to Carlisle officially unveiled in Paris.
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More by the Shore campaign launches
Campaign launches to support Leith, The Shore and Newhaven businesses following disruption caused by the Princes Street fire.
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Celebrating Edinburgh’s diversity
Our new city-wide campaign celebrates the many benefits immigration brings to our city while promoting understanding, acceptance and interest in our many cultures and communities.
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Fair Work Convener: Paying the real Living Wage benefits everyone
Councillor Tim Pogson, Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Convener and Co-Chair of the Edinburgh Fair Work Action Group, writes in the Edinburgh Evening News on the importance of a fair wage.
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Response to bomb hoax threat to schools
An update following threatening messages sent to schools in Edinburgh.
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Aly Bain receives the Edinburgh Award 2026
Since 2007, the Edinburgh Award has celebrated individuals who have made a truly unique contribution to the city.
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Edinburgh adopts the Forces Children's Charter
The Council has pledged to uphold the Forces Children's Charter, a commitment to recognise the challenges and needs of those with parents in the forces.
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