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Edinburgh by Numbers

The latest Edinburgh by Numbers report is now live, revealing everything about life in the Capital.

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By-elections to take place in September

Two by-elections will be held in the Southside/Newington and Portobello/Craigmillar wards following the resignations of Councillors Simita Kumar and Kate Campbell.

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Edinburgh exceeds affordable housing target

There have been almost 1,500 new affordable homes completed by the Council and its housing association partners in the last financial year.

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Lord Provost: Good Luck, Scotland!

Edinburgh's Lord Provost wishes the Scotland national men's football team the best of luck as they prepare for their first match of World Cup 2026.

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