Nominations open for Edinburgh Award 2026
Now in its 20th year, the Edinburgh Award continues to recognise exceptional individuals whose achievements have not only brought distinction to the city but have helped shape Edinburgh’s future
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Celebrating Edinburgh’s Diversity
Cross-party statement in support of refugees and asylum seekers.
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Councillors agree record spend to tackle housing emergency and reduce poverty
Thousands of new homes are set to be delivered in Edinburgh over the next five years thanks to an additional £1.6 billion agreed by councillors today.
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Funding secured to transform Granton Lighthouse into arts and education hub
The balance of funding required to bring the historic Granton Lighthouse in the north of Edinburgh back to life and transform it into a community arts & education hub was secured today.
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Foundations mark next phase of Powderhall regeneration development
Latest phase includes laid foundations for a new 128-space early years centre.
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Tackling poverty for all children and young people in Edinburgh
Education, Children and Families Convenor, Cllr James Dalgleish writes in the Evening News today about work to address child poverty across schools and communities.