- Request no. 50029. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 28/08/2024
Disabled Individuals on Social Housing Waiting Lists
The current number of people who identify as disabled on social housing waiting lists.
Files
- Request no. 50031. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 29/08/2024
Tickets Issued for Incorrect Bus Lane Entry at The Shore
How many tickets have been issued to vehicles incorrectly entering both northbound and southbound bus lanes at the Shore in the last 12 months and how many of those tickets have been paid?
Resolution
From August 2023 to July 2024, 7,319 Bus Lane Charge Notices were issued to vehicles detected in the Northbound and Southbound bus lanes at The Shore. As of 7 August 2024, 4,861 of these have been paid.
- Request no. 50032. Received: 01/08/2024
Coordination of Road Works and Absence of Meeting Minutes
Evidence that Edinburgh Council coordinates works under Section 19 of the Transport (Scotland) Act 2005 & the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991. An explanation for the absence of minutes from the Roads Authorities and Utilities Committee.
- Request no. 50036. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 01/08/2024
Business Property Rates Data
Complete list of non-residential property rates data, including ratepayer, property address, postcode, assessor reference number, rateable value, liability start date, and relief details. Ratepayer names to be omitted where individuals.
- Request no. 50038. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 29/08/2024
Records on Underground Fuel Tanks and Pollution at Liberton Fire Station
Records on underground fuel tanks at Liberton Fire Station, Edinburgh, and any information on pollution incidents or site contamination for an assessment with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.
Resolution
Having completed searches of records, for both current and derelict petroleum stores, we have been unable to locate any information at Liberton Fire Station, Edinburgh.
- Request no. 50042. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 29/08/2024
Council-Owned Vehicle Fuel Types
Provide the proportion of Council-owned vehicles that are electric, hybrid, diesel-powered, and petrol-powered.
Resolution
Electric - 234
Hybrid - 0
Diesel - 447
Petrol - 6
- Request no. 50044. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 29/08/2024
Household Support Fund Extension Details
Provide data on the Household Support Fund from 1 April 2024 to 31 July 2024, including the number of applications, total support provided, successful applicants, and the remaining funds available before the scheme ends on 30 September 2024.
Resolution
Not applicable.
The Household Support Fund is an English fund, so does not apply to the City of Edinburgh Council.
- Request no. 50048. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 29/09/2024
CCTV Footage Preservation and Access
Preservation and access to CCTV footage from Leith Walk, between Pilrig and Dalmeny Streets, for July 22nd.
Resolution
This information will not be provided as it relates to third party personal data.
- Request no. 50050. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 12/08/2024
Management of Vacant Property
Details on when the Council learned of the vacancy in Craigmillar Castle Gardens, EH16 in 2022, actions taken to mitigate risks (e.g., preventing burst pipes), and a copy of the Council's policy on managing vacant properties it owns.
Resolution
Cancelled - Invalid Request
- Request no. 50051. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024 12:29:00
Council Vehicle Breakdowns
Regarding the current fleet as of the 1st August 2024, please provide the proportion of Council-owned vehicles that have broken down: Electric Hybrid Diesel Powered Petrol Powered
Files
- Request no. 50054. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024 14:24:00
Road/Footway Tripping Accident at 2 Robin Place
At 2 Robin Place, Edinburgh, on 18/06/2024. Provide maintenance records, complaints, inspection records, records of similar accidents, and policy statements or meeting minutes on road/footway maintenance for the past 12 months.
Files
- Request no. 50055. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Children Missing from Care
Monthly figures for 2023 and Jan-Jul 2024 of children missing from care, broken down by age, gender, duration, asylum status, police reports, and Philomena Protocol sign-ups & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50056. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 26/08/2024
Fly Tipping Data
Annual and monthly fly tipping incidents for 2021-2024, cleanup costs, fines issued and collected, and any recent fine increases for fly tipping & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50059. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Summerhall Arts Venue
Details of any pre-application advice applications regarding redevelopment of any of the buildings within the Summerhall arts venue. Summerhall, 1 Summerhall, Edinburgh, EH9 1PL.
Resolution
There have been no such requests received for pre-application Planning advice to date.
- Request no. 50064. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 02/08/2024 15:00:00
N/A
Resolution
Incorrect request
- Request no. 50068. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
School meal debt
What is the total outstanding school meal debt?
Resolution
The total outstanding school meal debt as at 31 March 2024 was £12,632.
- Request no. 50069. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Procurements in Last 12 Months
How many Edinburgh-based suppliers granted a contract through procurement in last 12 months? What was total value of these contracts? What was total procurement spending in this period? What was total spend to England-based companies in this period?
Files
- Request no. 50071. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 27/08/2024
Road Network Condition and Cost Estimate Inquiry
What percentage of the road network is rated 'Green' (where the road is generally in a good state of repair)? Estimate the cost to bring all roads to 'Green' status within 5 years.
Files
- Request no. 50073. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Social Worker Training and Workforce Development
2023/24 training budget and courses for adult and children's social workers; course details; Workforce Development and Mental Capacity Act leads contact info; number of BIAs employed.
Files
- Request no. 50076. Received: 02/08/2024, Resolved: 28/08/2024
Zoo inspection reports
Request for all zoo inspection reports covering 2023 and 2024. Please include any photographs taken to document any issues.
Resolution
Please find a copy of the Zoo Licence Renewal Inspection report of March 24 attached. There are no photographs which accompany the report.
Files
- Request no. 50077. Received: 03/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024 14:06:00
Taxi Service for Children
Total number of children whom the council funded school transportation taxi services - breakdown by both SEN and non-SEN taxi transport for each period & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50084. Received: 04/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
RAF Jets, Edinburgh Tattoo
Please provide the number of complaints of emotional harm your council has received in relation to the flypast by RAF jets for the Edinburgh Tattoo.
Resolution
We have checked with all service areas for 2022, 2023 and 2024. We have received two communications about flypasts, mostly about noise, not specifically a complaint of emotional harm.
- Request no. 50088. Received: 04/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Home Schooled Children in Edinburgh
How many home-educated children does your LA currently have recorded? How many households do these children come from? Plus other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50090. Received: 05/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Payroll overpayments
Please detail the number of overpayments made and the total amount of salary overpayments by negotiating body for each year including any to elected members. Plus other questions
Files
- Request no. 50096. Received: 05/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024 15:03:00
Desk study for one site at Riccarton Mains Rd, Currie EH14 5AA
Are any sites within a 250m radius registered as Contaminated Land under Part IIA of the Environmental Protection Act 1990? Plus other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50097. Received: 01/08/2024, Resolved: 26/08/2024
Gorgie Road at the junction with Robertson Avenue, EH11
Further to response to 48166, request for photographs and the exact location of the following entry: 42116423 - log date is 25/01/2023.
Resolution
This is confirmed as outside no 246 Gorgie Road. The location map is attached.
Files
- Request no. 50098. Received: 05/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Road Asset Safety Inspection Strategy
Was document called “The City of Edinburgh Council Road Asset Inspections: A Risk Based Approach. Road Asset Safety Inspection Strategy in use and adopted on 26 October 2021? Plus other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50102. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 03/09/2024 12:14:00
Bus Lane Penalties
The number of instances of bus lane penalties issued since the change in status for The Shore access to Henderson Street from Bernard Street. And the number of appeals made against the penalty charge.
Files
- Request no. 50107. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Bus Gates and Enforcement Cameras - Fine Management
Who manages the Bus Gates and enforcement cameras in Edinburgh? Which company is collecting fees and appeals from PO Box 380 Sheffield S98 1BL? Plus questions.
Files
- Request no. 50108. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 03/09/2024 12:26:00
Bus gate exemptions
Who is exempt from travelling in bus gates. Are supermarket home delivery vans exempt from charges in bus gate areas in Edinburgh and if so why & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50110. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 06/08/2024
Bin Hubs in Edinburgh
Location and Number of Bin Hubs. Implementation and Planning. Complaints received. Environmental Impact.
Files
- Request no. 50111. Received: 05/08/2024, Resolved: 23/08/2024
Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership
Request for the contact details for your social workers per team.
Files
- Request no. 50115. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Supply to The Warm Welly Company
How many pairs of wellies were delivered through the supply of goods/service contract dated 12/07/2023 to ‘The Warm Welly Company’ with a value of £27,030?
Resolution
£27,030 is the contract value over four years. From the contract inception to date, we have purchased 505 pairs of wellies.
- Request no. 50122. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Accessible Taxis
How many accessible taxi vehicles City of Edinburgh Council has issued licences for, and what policies, if any, City of Edinburgh Council has in place in order to increase the number of accessible taxis in your council area.
Files
- Request no. 50123. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 07/08/2024
Q4 2023 Private Market Investment Reports
Follow up to edir:49767 we are requesting quarterly cash-flow reports from Q4 2023, if available, of all your private capital investments, in digital format. & other questions.
Resolution
See Notes.
Notes
- 07/08/2024
See Disclosure Log at:
https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/homepage/10467/freedom-of-information-foi-disclosure-log
Enter '49677' in the Search field.
- 07/08/2024
- Request no. 50124. Received: 06/08/2024, Resolved: 03/09/2024 14:17:00
Cameras on lampposts
What is the purpose of the cameras on lampposts in the following streets next to pedestrian traffic lights in Edinburgh? 1/Hampton Terrace, 2/Roseburn Street, 3/Roseburn Terrace, 4/ Roseburn Gardens.
Files
- Request no. 50125. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Bruntsfield Place Repair Cost
The council has carried out several repairs to a section of Bruntsfield Place at the top of the junction with Leamington Terrace. Can you tell me how much has been spent on this section of road in the last 3 years?
Resolution
Costs are included within the overall roads maintenance budget and are not separately recorded for each location.
The main issue at this location is a Scottish Power fault, and their contractors have carried out the major patching works here.
- Request no. 50126. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Statutory Notice Reference: 24/00128/24_E
All information relating to the work that took place. - Who requested the work. - Who investigated the damage to the building. & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50127. Received: 06/08/2024
Shandwick Place - Tram Tracks
Information including sight of any written or electronic communication detailing any risk assessments for the tram tracks southwest bound on Shandwick Place, Edinburgh, & other questions
- Request no. 50129. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
School uniform costing
Any evidence gathered on the cost of school uniforms, considerations of the burden placed upon parents, and any discussions over making school uniforms generic & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50131. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Businesses With Council Tax Credits
A breakdown of Council Tax credit balances accrued since your earliest records, for the amounts owing to all incorporated companies that hold residential property.
Resolution
Please refer to the attached document which represents the most up-to-date redacted version held.
Where company names appear to be individuals rather than companies, these have been removed in compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
Files
- Request no. 50132. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 31/10/2024
Recruitment Agencies
What was the value of spend on temporary staff from recruitment agencies by the Council from April 2023 to June 2024? Plus other questions
Files
- Request no. 50134. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
New Traffic Light Cameras
Seven questions related to new traffic light camera costs, operation, capabilities, etc.
Files
- Request no. 50135. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 07/08/2024
Public Health Funerals
National Assistance Act or “Paupers funerals carried (sometimes referred to as 'Public Health' Funerals) where persons who have died with no known next of kin (blood relatives) since 1/6/24 & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50137. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Wellness and Mental Health applications
Do you have a product or supplier for wellness and mental health applications? If so, please supply details of the contractual arrangements in place, including: Date of Award & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50138. Received: 07/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
School Clothing Grant - 2024/25 Session
The number of families have applied for the School Clothing Grant so far in 2024/25 school session. The number, or an estimate if a figure is not known, of families who are eligible to receive this grant.
Files
- Request no. 50142. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Royal Commonwealth Pool
All and any information relating to all contractors who worked on the Royal Commonwealth Pool. All and any information relating to the presence of asbestos in the Royal Commonwealth Pool & other questions
Resolution
The Royal Commonwealth Poll would be the responsibility of Edinburgh Leisure and they would be responsible for the past and ongoing asbestos management. We have found one document from 2011 which is attached.
Files
- Request no. 50143. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Utility Box at The Jewel - Owner
In relation to request 49475, provide us with the name and other information regarding the party that the utility box is owned and/or maintained by.
Files
- Request no. 50144. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Bus lane and enforcement camera, Lanark Road near Gillespie Crossroads
Please can you confirm what month and year the bus lane was originally installed west-bound on Lanark Road, between Spylaw Bank Road and Gillespie Crossroads? Plus other questions
Files
- Request no. 50147. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Portobello High School - Successful Out of Catchment Applications
I would like to know how many out of catchment area children have been admitted to Portobello High School for this coming academic year.
Resolution
Thirteen, based on S1 intake.
- Request no. 50148. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Edinburgh Greenbelt Planning
Request for information on planning applications granted for ALL housing developments within Edinburgh greenbelt in the last 5 years. Plus other questions
Files
- Request no. 50150. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Risk Based Approach to Road Safety Inspections
Please confirm if the Council still uses the Risk Based Approach to Road Safety Inspections which was based on the Atkins and Transport Scotland SCOTS & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50151. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
New dwelling at Wester Coates Gardens EH12 5LT
Please send me information from all reports, correspondence and communications related to Planning, Building Standards and Council approvals related to the demolition of the existing bungalow and the construction of a new dwelling.
Files
- Request no. 50152. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 12/08/2024
Adults and children's social services
A current structure of team and service managers within your adults and children's social services including contact details.
Resolution
The information you have requested is available on the Disclosure Log under reference 47369.
- Request no. 50156. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Fleet Maintenance Depot at Russell Road
Please provide copies of any noise surveys held by, or on behalf of, City of Edinburgh Council, relating to the Fleet Maintenance depot at Russell Road, Edinburgh.
Resolution
There have been no full workplace noise risk assessments carried out at this depot.
- Request no. 50157. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 10/10/2024
Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Transport
Do you currently use external suppliers for Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Transport? If not, are you planning on using them in the future? Plus other questions.
Resolution
Closed. No clarification received.
- Request no. 50158. Received: 08/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Uncollected Council Tax
Please provide the number of individual cases of uncollected tax (full or partial amounts) Council Tax and the total amount in sterling & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50160. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Trade Union Facility Time
How much money spent on trade union facility time, by your organisation, over last three financial years?
Resolution
This information is available at the link provided
Files
- Request no. 50161. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Community Payback Order
How many hours of unpaid work under criminal sanction (Community Payback Order, etc.) has taken place within your council area over the past five years? Plus other question.
Files
- Request no. 50162. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Anti-social Behaviour Evictions
How many anti-social behaviour evictions have taken place, within your council area, over last three years (broken down by year)? Plus other question.
Files
- Request no. 50163. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Foreign Pupils Starting at Portobello High School
I would like to know the number of non-British pupils starting at Portobello High School this coming academic year.
Resolution
There are 27 non-British pupils starting at Portobello High School this academic year.
- Request no. 50164. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Refugee familes in Portobello high school catchment area
How many refugee families have been placed in Portobello High School catchment area.
Resolution
This information will not be provided. Due to the small number involved, providing this information could lead to an individual being identified.
- Request no. 50166. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
CCTV - A701 Straiton Road
Request for CCTV footage showing an accident on A701 Straiton Road - 29/07/24
Resolution
We have reviewed our cameras in the area, but the incident described was not captured and consequently we will be unable to supply any data.
- Request no. 50169. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Scottish Government Green Public Estate Decarbonisation Scheme
Expenditure for projects under the Scottish Government Green Public Estate Decarbonisation Scheme. City of Edinburgh Council: Longstone Primary School
Resolution
The request falls into the category of a “manifestly unreasonable request under regulation 10(4)(b) of the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations and we are not obliged to respond.
- Request no. 50170. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Padel tennis courts in your authority area
How many applications have you received to open new padel tennis clubs? (please provide figures for each of the following years - 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 year to date) & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50172. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
Greenbank Road and/or Greenbank Lane Traffic Survey
Speed, volume and direction of traffic results from Greenbank road and/or Greenbank Lane traffic survey obtained during traffic survey in 2023.
Files
- Request no. 50173. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Canal Boats and Air Quality Monitoring
Please state whether air quality monitoring at any canal side site is currently being undertaken, or has been undertaken, & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50177. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 15/10/2024
Externally Sourced Signage
In the calendar year 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, did the council externally source any signage (eg pop-up banners, vinyl banners, window graphics, wall signs, door signs, external plastic signage etc..) & other questions
Resolution
Closed. No clarification received.
- Request no. 50179. Received: 09/08/2024, Resolved: 19/08/2024
Medical staff in schools and nurseries
What is the current criteria/ policy for a child or young person to access a school nurse in your Board (please send me a copy of the policy)? Plus other questions.
Resolution
Cancelled. Logged in error.
- Request no. 50181. Received: 10/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
Craigentinny & Lochend Vacant Properties
How many council houses are vacant in Craigentinny and Lochend? How long have they been vacant? What is the cost to make vacant properties habitable?
Files
- Request no. 50183. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 12/08/2024 08:58:00
N/A
Resolution
Wrong requester
- Request no. 50185. Received: 10/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Road Repair Details on Burnshot Road
All details of road repairs, including potholes, ironwork, and resurfacing on Burnshot Road between Craigihall/A90 and Kirkliston from January 2023 to July 2024.
Resolution
Please see the two site history reports attached.
Files
- Request no. 50186. Received: 10/08/2024, Resolved: 04/09/2024
De-cant Tenant Policy
Does the City of Edinburgh Council have a de-cant Policy for City of Edinburgh Council tenants? If so, please provide a copy.
Files
- Request no. 50187. Received: 11/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Pavement Occupation Licence Details
Copy of the pavement occupation licences for Burgers and Beers Grillhouse, Cafe Nero and Highland Experience on the High Street.
Files
- Request no. 50188. Received: 11/08/2024, Resolved: 09/09/2024
Seagull Complaints
No. of complaints related to seagulls from January 1 to August 10 for this year and the same period last year. Details from each seagull-related complaint received in June and July this year.
Files
- Request no. 50189. Received: 11/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Bus Lane Details on Lanark Road
Documentation on the planning, consultation, and decision process for the ~25m bus lane on Lanark Road between Spylaw Park and Gillespie Road. Also, revenue from fines and costs of chasing unpaid fines at this location.
Files
- Request no. 50194. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
illegal Products of Animal Origin Seizures
Details on the number and total weight of illegal POAO seized from 2019 to 2024 (to date), broken down by year, seizure location (e.g., restaurant, shop), type (e.g., meat, fish), and reason for seizures & other questions.
Resolution
There were no seizures of illegal products of animal origin (POAO) in the timeframe requested.
- Request no. 50198. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024 15:16:00
Bin Hub Collections and Related Information for Murrayfield Place
Bin collection schedules for Murrayfield Place EH12 6AA (residential & business), details on overtime payments before/after new bin hubs, rules on illegal dumping & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50199. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024
Parking Violation PCNs
Details on parking violation PCNs for 2021, 2022, and 2023, including enforcement provider, total PCNs issued, challenges, appeals, and fines paid. Please specify whether data is by calendar or financial year. & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50200. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Teacher Dismissals
Figures for 2019/20 to 2023/24 on teacher dismissals due to performance and the number of times stages 1 and 3 of the FTC were invoked for individual teachers. Data should exclude dismissals unrelated to teaching performance & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50201. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 09/09/2024
Road Inspections - Craiglockhart Avenue
Dates of Road Safety Inspections on Craiglockhart Avenue (Craiglockhart Rd to Colinton Rd) between 01 Jan and 01 Aug 2024, details of discovered defects, repairs carried out, and the number and dates of reported defects & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50204. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
The Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013
Please provide all documents, policies and procedures used by the Authority to meet its obligations under the Social Care (Self-directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013.
Resolution
Please refer to the attached procedure that we are working to. The policy will go to the Policy and Sustainability committee on 22 October for agreement.
Files
- Request no. 50205. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 13/08/2024
Data on Illegal Products of Animal Origin (POAO) Seized
Data on illegal POAO seized, including quantities and weight, for 2019-2024. Please break down by seizure location, type of POAO, and reason for seizure. Also, provide total weight seized for each year. & other questions.
Resolution
Cancelled. Duplicate of 50194
- Request no. 50207. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 15/10/2024 09:42:00
Blue Badge Holders Fined in Low Traffic Neighbourhoods
The number of Blue Badge holders fined by the council for driving through Low Traffic Neighbourhoods from August 2023 to August 2024. Please also provide any additional data related to Blue Badge fines during this period.
Resolution
Closed. No clarification received.
- Request no. 50208. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 06/09/2024
Underage Vape Selling
Between January 2024 and June 2024, how many businesses or individuals in your local area / jurisdiction, have faced legal action (charged/cautioned etc.) for selling vapes (or similar products) to people under the age of 18?
Resolution
One individual (business owner) has been subject to a fixed penalty notice in relation to the sale of a vaping product to a person under the age 18 in the time period specified.
- Request no. 50209. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024 13:47:00
Asbestos in Primary and Secondary Schools
The current number of primary and secondary schools containing asbestos. Also, how many of these schools have had asbestos removed in each of the past three years?
Files
- Request no. 50210. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024
Mobile Phones, SIP Trunking, Teams Licenses, Telephony, and Contact Centre information
Details on your mobile phone provider, SIP trunking, Microsoft 365 license types, telephony systems, and contact centre solutions, including contract renewal dates, number of users, costs & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50212. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024 14:23:00
Contract Management Meeting Notes on Boiler Repairs
Provide all contract management meeting notes from 2022 and 2023, focusing on discussions about isolated boiler repairs needing upgrades, with emphasis on follow-up actions for elderly/vulnerable cases & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50215. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024
Device Deployment and Future Procurement Plans
Provide the number of devices deployed by your organization across various categories & details on future procurement plans for enterprise software, end-user devices, & services like AI and Cyber Security, including budgets for 2024/25 & 2025/26?
Files
- Request no. 50217. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024 15:59:00
Road Inspection Details - Cliftonhall Road
Provide the details of road inspections, repairs, and reports of road defects at Cliftonhall Road over the last 2 years.
Files
- Request no. 50218. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024 14:31:00
Bus Lane Operational Hours Consultation Results
Provide the results and data from the Bus Lane Operational Hours Consultation held from 30 Oct 2019 to 22 Nov 2019. The data was never published, and adequate time has passed for this consultation data to be reviewed.
Files
- Request no. 50219. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Data on New Teaching Roles
Provide the number of new teaching roles created by City of Edinburgh Council per academic year since 2011. Specifically, break it down into total new teaching roles, primary school roles, and secondary school roles.
Files
- Request no. 50220. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 12/11/2024
Education Budget and Funding Data
Provide the City of Edinburgh Council’s Education budget for each year since 2011, as well as the annual funding received from the Scottish Government for education purposes during the same period.
Files
- Request no. 50221. Received: 12/08/2024, Resolved: 09/09/2024
Maidencraig Court - Repairs and Maintenance
Provide all documentation related to repairs and maintenance at Maidencraig Court from 2022 to date, including detailed cost breakdowns, invoices, and correspondence related to maintenance and gas services.
Files
- Request no. 50223. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024
Commercial Property Ratepayer Information
Provide the addresses of all commercial properties, the names and addresses of ratepayers (if not sole traders or individuals), the amount of account credit, the rating year of the credit, and the reason for the credit occurrence.
Resolution
This information is available at the link provided. We do not hold the reason for the credit occurrence.
Files
- Request no. 50224. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024 15:24:00
Short Term Lets Applications
Provide the number of Short Term Let licences granted but later rejected for Planning in Edinburgh from October 2022 to present. Also, the number of properties registered as STLs per year over the past five years & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50225. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024
Occupants of Social Housing
A detailed breakdown of those that live in social housing in Edinburgh and their country of birth.
Files
- Request no. 50227. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024 15:37:00
Microsoft Office A1 Plus Licence Retention Costings
Provide any costings received or made aware of by the City of Edinburgh Council from COSLA and Education Scotland regarding the retention of Microsoft Office A1 Plus licences in Scottish schools from 1 August 2023 to date.
Files
- Request no. 50228. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Information on Paris Olympics 2024 Attendance by Councillors and Officials
Provide the number of councillors and council officials who attended the 2024 Paris Olympics paid by the public purse. Include details on the length of stay and costs, categorized by transport, & other questions.
Resolution
No council officials attended the Paris Olympics paid by the public purse.
- Request no. 50229. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024
Parking Charge Notices (PCNs)
Over the last two years: 1 - The total number of penalty charge notices (PCNs) issued. 2 - The total revenue generated from these PCNs. 3 - A breakdown of the locations where each fine was issued.
Files
- Request no. 50230. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 04/11/2024
Roads with Potholes
The number of roads within your authority that have at least one pothole recorded; The number of miles those roads collectively amount to.
Files
- Request no. 50231. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Cycle Hangar Data
Please provide the coordinates and current cycle storage of each hangar, the size of the waiting list, the cost per place, and any requests for additional cycle hangars by postcode.
Files
- Request no. 50234. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024
Cemetery Management Sub-Group Formation and Meetings
Was the sub-group suggested by Cllr Hal Osler on August 16, 2022, to address dogs in cemeteries and educate the public on Cemetery Management Rules, ever formed? Who is/was in the group? & other questions.
Resolution
This working group was never established.
- Request no. 50236. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024 16:21:00
Durability and Performance of Household Appliances in Council Properties
Please provide records on household appliances purchased and maintained by Edinburgh City Council for council properties, including details on purchases from 2012-2024, maintenance and repair activities from 2015 & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50239. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 14/08/2024
CCTV and Dashcam Footage for August 13, 2024 Incident
Provide CCTV or traffic light cam footage from 4:40 pm to 4:50 pm on 13/08/24, & dashcam footage from council vehicle. This is for a serious incident at the intersection of Athol Place & Torphichen Street (B700), Edinburgh.
Resolution
No relevant footage held.
- Request no. 50240. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024 13:54:00
School Condition Ratings, Maintenance Budget, and Backlog Costs
Provide the current condition ratings (A, B, C, D, or not recorded) for schools by type and totals, the annual maintenance budget for the last five years up to 2023/24 with real-term changes & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50241. Received: 13/08/2024, Resolved: 10/09/2024
Minutes from 24th March 2024 Meeting
Request for the minutes of the 24th March 2024 meeting, where an education programme for Morningside Cemetery was discussed.
Resolution
This information is not held. No minutes were taken at the meeting.
- Request no. 50244. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024 13:51:00
Environmental and Geotechnical Data - Cargil Terrace, Edinburgh
Provide information on any past site uses that may have caused contamination, records of complaints about nuisances, details of private water abstractions, and any radon level records in the area & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50247. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Banking Providers and Insurance Coverage
Provide the names of all banking providers used in the past two financial years (April 2022–April 2024) and the services used. provide the names of insurance companies covering various types of insurance for the institutions & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50249. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024 15:10:00
Fuel Storage Tank Information - Cargil Terrace, Edinburgh
Provide details on fuel storage tanks at the site, including numbers, capacities, locations, product types, leak detection systems, surface water interceptors, tank age, testing results, known leaks, decommissioning, and any prosecutions.
Files
- Request no. 50254. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024 15:34:00
HMO Standards and Compliance
Provide and publish the physical standards for Houses in Multiple Occupation under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006. If none exist, explain why and any plans for them. If standards are in place, detail compliance rates and enforcement actions.
Files
- Request no. 50255. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Employee Conviction Data
The number of employees convicted of offences in the past three years, by offence type. Also, details on employees with criminal records in Scotland and PVG holders with convictions, including role and offence type.
Files
- Request no. 50258. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Bus Lane Fines Data
Provide annual data from 2019 to 2023 on fines, revenue, and costs for the ~25m bus lane on Lanark Road. Also, include the total number and value of fines for residents in EH14 5, EH14 6, and EH14 1 postcodes.
Resolution
We cannot provide this data as this bus lane was not enforced until 2024. No Bus Lane Charge Notices were issued between 2019 and 2023.
- Request no. 50259. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 08/10/2024 11:41:00
Homelessness Judicial Review Costs
Since 01 January 2019, how much money in total has your council spent on facing homelessness judicial reviews in the High Court?
Files
- Request no. 50266. Received: 14/08/2024, Resolved: 19/08/2024
Public record from NDR for Newliston Arms
The full NDR records for Newliston Arms, 78-82 Main Street, Kirkliston, EH29 9AB.
Resolution
Cancelled.
- Request no. 50267. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 11/11/2024
Road Traffic Accident Information
All information on road traffic accidents near Milton Road, Edinburgh in March 2023. Also, include details of any accidents involving Edinburgh Council vehicle during that month, and any related police reports.
Files
- Request no. 50268. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024 12:47:00
Funding for Corstorphine Connections Reversal
Provide the amounts allocated for reversing changes under the Corstorphine Connections project in the original proposal and for the tax years 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025.
Files
- Request no. 50272. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024
Private Hire Car Driver Training Course
Why the mandatory Intermediate Training Course for drivers is in-person and justification of the course costs.
Files
- Request no. 50273. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024 12:26:00
Cllr Arthur - Contract
Please provide a redacted copy of the contract on which basis Cllr Arthur has received salary.
Files
- Request no. 50275. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Edinburgh Community Solar Co-operative Contract
Please provide the terms and conditions of the contract or licence between the Council and Edinburgh Community Solar Co-operative, providing use of the roofs. Please redact the figures if those are considered sensitive.
Resolution
Cancelled by requester.
- Request no. 50279. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Electric Charge Points
Provide details on the number of electric charge points owned and operated by the council, their compliance with the 2023 Public Charge Point Regulations. Steps taken to ensure compliance.
Files
- Request no. 50280. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024 15:29:00
School Capacity and Expenditure Information
Provide, for each Edinburgh High School (Balerno to Wester Hailes) for 2021-22, 2022-23, 2023-24: 1) Spend on works contracts for increasing classroom space, including new classrooms. 2) Spend on temporary teaching facilities & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50283. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
HR case management (HRCM) software
Please confirm receipt and provide info on your HR case management (HRCM) software: Total employees, HR staff count, Current HRCM solution, Cloud or on-premise?, If on-premise, cloud migration details, Licenses & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50284. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Banking and Insurance Information
Provide names of banking providers and services used from April 2022 to April 2024. List current insurers for various coverages (liability, indemnity, property, etc.) and contract dates & other questions
Resolution
Please see the response provided for reference 50247 which is available on the Disclosure Log.
Files
- Request no. 50286. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 11/09/2024
Automated Decision-Making Tools and Systems
Provide information on automated decision-making (ADM) tools used by your organization, including inventories, tool names, and any Equality and Data Protection Impact Assessments related to these tools.
Files
- Request no. 50287. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024 16:36:00
Road Inspection and Maintenance Procedures
Provide policies, manuals, and guidelines for road inspection and maintenance, including how defects are identified and managed. Detail the inspection system, including frequency, methods, technology used & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50292. Received: 16/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024 12:19:00
Gypsy Brae Clear-up Costs
Details on the council's expenses for clearing the mess at Gypsy Brae, particularly the removal of hazardous waste.
Files
- Request no. 50296. Received: 16/08/2024, Resolved: 25/10/2024
Conference Attendance and Expenditure
Details on your authority’s conference attendance for 2023-2024, including total expenditure, the conferences attended, and job titles of attendees. & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50297. Received: 16/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024 15:50:00
Parking Enforcement Legislation and Training Materials
Copy of the legislation and any training material, instructions, or guidance provided to parking attendants regarding the enforcement of 'on street' loading bays in Edinburgh city centre & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50301. Received: 16/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024
AI Policy
Do you have an AI policy in place? If yes, please provide a copy. If not, are there plans to implement one? If no plans exist, what is the reasoning behind this decision & other questions?
Resolution
The Council does not have an AI policy in place and there are no current plans to implement one.
- Request no. 50304. Received: 16/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024
Records for Gorgie Road and Saughton Avenue
Records of inspection and maintenance for Gorgie Road and Saughton Avenue, Edinburgh, including details of independent workers operating in these areas & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50306. Received: 16/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Pothole Complaints and Inspections - Oxgangs Road
The number of pothole complaints on Oxgangs Road in the last 2 years, including complaints and claims in early 2024, the number of payouts, and details on inspection dates and methods.
Files
- Request no. 50307. Received: 16/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024
Abuse Towards Teachers and Staff in Schools
The combined number of instances of reported verbal and physical abuse aimed at teachers and staff by pupils in primary and secondary schools over the past five academic years up to 2023-24.
Files
- Request no. 50309. Received: 15/08/2024, Resolved: 20/08/2024
Discrepancy in Community Council Member Numbers
Clarification on a discrepancy in the statutory consultation for community council boundaries. Sections 6.24 and 6.27 differ in the number of co-opted members allowed for Stockbridge and Inverleith Community Council, causing confusion.
- Request no. 50311. Received: 17/08/2024, Resolved: 03/10/2024
Pothole Locations and Dates Reported
Location and every date reported for each pothole for March and April 2024 in local authority area.
Files
- Request no. 50312. Received: 17/08/2024, Resolved: 24/10/2024
Glyphosate Use, Alternatives & Weed Control
Clarification on CEC's continued glyphosate use, budget decisions, trial outcomes of alternatives like Foamstream, PPE for operatives, specific areas exempt from glyphosate, & other questions regarding public health and safety.
Files
- Request no. 50313. Received: 17/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024 12:22:00
Complaints and Actions Related to Travelling Community in Drumbrae Park
All records of complaints and reports from the public and business owners about issues linked to the travelling community in Drumbrae Park, Edinburgh, including details of actions taken, from 2024 and as far back as records are available.
Files
- Request no. 50315. Received: 17/08/2024, Resolved: 12/09/2024
Stray Dogs and Dog Warden Services (2019-2023)
Details on stray dogs entering pounds between 2019-2023, including breed, reclaim rates, adoptions, rescues, euthanasia, microchipping stats, WTE dog wardens, and details on pound locations.
Files
- Request no. 50316. Received: 17/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Stage 3 & 4 Road Safety Audit Reports for Picardy Place to Newhaven Trams Project
A copy of the Stage 3 Road Safety Audit Report, correspondence between the Council and SFN regarding the RSA, and the status of the Stage 4 Road Safety Audit Report, including expected publication date.
Files
- Request no. 50317. Received: 17/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024 12:17:00
EdiFreeWiFi Service and Future Plans
Information on whether a new provider has taken over the EdiFreeWiFi service following InTechnology Wi-Fi Limited's liquidation, or if there are plans and timelines to replace the service if it has ended.
Files
- Request no. 50318. Received: 18/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024
CCTV Software used by City of Edinburgh Council
Which CCTV software applications are used by the City of Edinburgh Council.
Resolution
This information will not be released. By providing such information about our IT services into the public domain we would potentially be putting our IT framework at risk.
- Request no. 50321. Received: 18/08/2024, Resolved: 15/10/2024
Council Tenants Improvement Work
Can city of Edinburgh tenants refuse improvement works to their tenancy if the proposed works are likely to cause detrimental damage to both their physical and mental health?
Resolution
Closed. No clarification received.
- Request no. 50322. Received: 18/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024
Retrofitting Policy for Council Housing
Information on whether the Council has a standard operating process or policy for retrofitting homes for their tenants. If not, inquiring if there are plans to develop one and whether tenants will be involved in its development.
Files
- Request no. 50326. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 16/09/2024
Commuted Sums - 2019/20 to 2023/24
Details on commuted sums received in lieu of onsite affordable housing for 2023/24 and the four previous years, plus the local authority's policy on the use of these sums.
Files
- Request no. 50330. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 16/09/2024
CCTV Camera Numbers
The total number of CCTV cameras in the area, including the most recent data available for residential, commercial, council-owned, and other publicly accessible cameras. Excludes private CCTV cameras.
Files
- Request no. 50331. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024
Bereavement Services Data
Information on the following for each year from Apr 2020 - Mar 2024 in the Edinburgh council area: number of coffin burials, internment of ashes, new graves opened, applications for new headstones, replacing headstones, and marker memorials.
Files
- Request no. 50335. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Craigour Place - Footway Maintenance and Inspection Records
Records from 23/5/2023 to 23/8/2024 for the footway near Craigour Place, Edinburgh: inspections, maintenance, contractor details, Road Authority Policy, meeting minutes on maintenance policy, complaints, accident records, and date stamps/audit trail.
Files
- Request no. 50336. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 13/09/2024
PCN and Traffic Incident Data - Hope Park Terrace
Please provide data on PCNs issued, paid at £30 and £60, appealed, and traffic incidents reported at the junction since 01/06/24.
Files
- Request no. 50339. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 16/09/2024
Residential Care Placements for Children/Young People
1. The number of children/YP in residential care. 2. How many are in external placements. 3. Weekly cost per placement. 4. Locations of these placements within the local authority area.
Files
- Request no. 50340. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Percentage of Pay Claims Submitted via Self-Service
Data on the percentage of pay claims (excluding claimants) for overtime, additional hours, supply/tertiary hours, and expenses submitted via self-service on the current system and projected percentages at Oracle system go-live.
Files
- Request no. 50341. Received: 19/08/2024, Resolved: 16/09/2024
Costings for Retaining Microsoft Office A1 Plus Licence in Scottish Schools
Information on any costings the Council received or was made aware of from Microsoft regarding retaining access to the Microsoft Office A1 Plus license in Scottish schools from 1 August 2023 to the present date.
Resolution
We have not been impacted by recent Microsoft changes to their A1 licence offering as we do not operate A1 licences.
- Request no. 50343. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 16/09/2024
Asbestos in primary schools
Any information the Council holds regarding asbestos in Carrick Knowe Primary School and Clermiston Primary School.
Files
- Request no. 50347. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
Travellers at Drum Brae Park
How many actions/fines/warnings/court proceedings/ warden visits did the Council take against the Travellers who set up on Drum Brae Park? Plus other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50348. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
Inspection records for Calder Drive
Inspection records for outside 1 Calder Drive, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH11 4LH and the immediate surrounding area from 01/01/2018 & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50350. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
Vape Pens in Secondary and Primary schools
The number of incidents in schools in each of the last three years in which pupils have been found/suspected to be in possession of Vape pens suspected to contain (a) Cannabis, or (b) the artificial drug known as Spice.
Resolution
This is not a statistic we are required to report on, consequently, there is no comprehensive
recording of this across the school estate.
- Request no. 50351. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
Social Care Charging Policy
Please provide the version of your Social Care Charging Policy that is currently being used for establishing service users’ contributions to non-residential care fees & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50353. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
64 Princes Street - Environmental Due Diligence Report
Does the council hold any records of past contaminative land uses on site or is likely to be determined as contaminated land under the part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (EPA). & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50356. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 19/09/2024
Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) Communications - Lauriston Castle Trust
Copies of any communications from the Council to the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) since 1st August 2021 relating to Lauriston Castle Trust.
Resolution
The correspondence we are able to share is attached.
Files
- Request no. 50357. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 22/08/2024
Section 38 & Section 278 technical approvals granted from the 1st April 2024 – 30th June 2024.
I would be grateful if you could provide me with the following information on all Section 38 & Section 278 technical approvals granted from the 1st April 2024 – 30th June 2024.
Resolution
Section 38 and 278 Technical Approvals relate to the Highways Act 1980. This legislation does not apply in Scotland.
On that basis we are unable to provide a response to this request.
- Request no. 50358. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
CCTV footage - Hermiston Gait Roundabout
We are investigating a collision at the roundabout. Request for CCTV footage from the Hermiston Gait Roundabout at 15:25 on 12/08/2024. Please advise if you are able to provide this footage.
Resolution
The CEC public space CCTV section does not have any coverage of the Hermiston Gait roundabout therefore we have no data relating to this request.
- Request no. 50363. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 07/10/2024
Waste Collection Contracts
Tender communication between local authority and current waste collection contracts in place for 2020 and 2023.
Resolution
It is the responsibility for Amey and Mitie to manage the waste services of the schools through their own supply chain, i.e Biffa, Viridor etc.
Therefore, we do not hold any tender documentation.- Request no. 50366. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 17/10/2024
Energy Efficiency Ratings of Council Homes
Information on the energy efficiency ratings of council-owned or managed homes. Please provide a distribution table showing the number of homes per EPC rating or the percentage of homes with an EPC rating of C or above.
Resolution
Information for the EPC ratings for social homes was provided in a previous response in June 2024 under reference 48998.
- Request no. 50367. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
Climate Awareness Training for Senior Management and Councillors
Details on climate awareness training, including Carbon Literacy or equivalent, received by senior management and current councillors in cabinet or committee chair positions from January 1, 2015, to August 15, 2024.
Files
- Request no. 50368. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Council's Electricity Sources
Info on the council's electricity sources, including use of a 100% renewable tariff, energy from waste, and local renewable sources. Please specify the percentage of total electricity use powered by these sources.
Files
- Request no. 50369. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 19/11/2024
Council’s Climate Action Staff
Data on the number of staff directly employed by the Council working on climate action, home energy efficiency retrofitting, and biodiversity planning. Please provide role details and Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) percentages for relevant positions.
Files
- Request no. 50370. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 19/09/2024
New or Expanded Roads
Details on council approvals for new or expanded roads, junctions, and airport capacity from January 2020 to August 2024. Please provide a list of approved or rejected projects that increase motor vehicle or airport capacity.
Files
- Request no. 50371. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Council Lobbying for Climate Action
Details of any council lobbying efforts for climate action with UK or devolved governments since January 2023, including the most recent letter or meeting details.
Files
- Request no. 50372. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Private School Placement Enquires
To ask, in the past 12 months, how many enquiries the council has received from parents with children at private school, requesting information relating to or placement within one of your city's state schools.
Resolution
We are unable to provide the information requested as the cost to the Council of locating, retrieving and providing the information far exceeds the statutory maximum of £600.
- Request no. 50374. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Social Housing Tenants and Evictions Data (2016-2023)
The total number of social housing tenants and evictions in your area from 2016 to 2023, broken down by year and categorised by foreign-born and British-born household heads.
Files
- Request no. 50379. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Environmental Assessment - Wheatfield Road
Information on contamination, landfill sites, environmental assessments, fuel/chemical storage at Wheatfield Rd, Edinburgh (grid ref. NT 22685 72495), & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50382. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 21/08/2024 13:05:00
N/A
Resolution
Incorrect Request
- Request no. 50386. Received: 20/08/2024, Resolved: 17/09/2024
23/00418/FUL - 19 Inveralmond Drive
Please confirm when that draft, with that covering email, was sent by the LDP team to the LRB and provide me with a copy of the email sending it.
Resolution
Please refer to the attached correspondence dated 09/08/2024.
Files
- Request no. 50389. Received: 21/08/2024
Communications on VAT Plan for Private Schools
Please provide all communications from politicians, members of the public and independent schools in calendar year 2024 on the subject of the Labour Government plan for VAT on private school fees.
- Request no. 50401. Received: 22/08/2024, Resolved: 02/10/2024
Bus lane loading zones - Lothian Road
Information on the number of loading zones within bus lanes, and any modelling on how loading zones effect the performance of bus lanes. The effectiveness of the Lothian road bus lanes.
Files
- Request no. 50402. Received: 21/08/2024, Resolved: 08/10/2024 14:34:00
Communications on Fringe Festival Impact
Provide all communications from the City of Edinburgh Council to Edinburgh University and others in 2022 and 2023 concerning efforts to lessen the impact on community quality of life during the Fringe Festival & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50405. Received: 22/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Employee Criminal Records
The number of employees with a criminal record.
Resolution
We do not record this.- Request no. 50407. Received: 22/08/2024, Resolved: 19/09/2024
Management of Vacant Property
When did the Council become aware that the property in Craigmillar Castle Gardens was vacant in 2022? What actions were taken to mitigate risks to neighbouring properties, such as preventing burst pipes & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50411. Received: 23/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Stair Lighting - SELC 850 Manual
Please provide a copy of the SELC 850 stair lighting manual.
Resolution
These timeclocks are now over twenty years old, and the City of Edinburgh Council has not fitted them for at least eight years. We do not hold the paper manuals which would come with the timeclock.- Request no. 50418. Received: 24/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
Rent Penalty Notices, Prosecutions, and Disqualification Orders
The number of Rent Penalty Notices, s.93 landlord registration prosecutions, and s.93A Disqualification Orders by City of Edinburgh Council for each year from 2019 to 2023.
Files
- Request no. 50424. Received: 25/08/2024, Resolved: 28/08/2024
HMO Landlords
A list of all licensed HMO landlords within Edinburgh.
Resolution
This information is published on our website.
Files
- Request no. 50425. Received: 25/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) Programmes
All correspondence and meeting notes from 1st January 2019 to 31st December 2022 between the City of Edinburgh Council and the Scottish Government on how ERDF and ESF suspensions impacted the Council's claims and reimbursements & other questions.
Resolution
We have been unable to identify any meeting minutes, notes or correspondence relating to the suspension of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and European Social Fund (ESF) programmes.- Request no. 50426. Received: 25/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Records on Ravelston Dykes Potholes and Road Condition
All records, including correspondence, reports, and communications from 15th March 2024 to 1st May 2024, regarding potholes and road conditions on Ravelston Dykes between Lennel Avenue and Craigleith Crescent & other questions.
- Request no. 50427. Received: 26/08/2024, Resolved: 17/10/2024
Bin Hubs and Vehicle Damage
When were the new bin hubs introduced in the New Town? Provide data on vehicle damage incidents before and after their introduction, liability accepted, and any extra guidance or policies issued.
Files
- Request no. 50432. Received: 26/08/2024, Resolved: 19/09/2024
Christmas Lights and Decorations - 2020 to 2024
Annual spend and energy use for Christmas lights and decorations (2020-2024). If exact data isn’t available, give any relevant info and explain. If a consolidated budget is used, provide the total and an estimate for Christmas expenses.
Files
- Request no. 50433. Received: 26/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Correspondence with Calming Brunstane Group
All correspondence between senior managers and Calming Brunstane group from 31st December 2022 to 15th August 2024. Include records from 1st June 2021 if available.
Files
- Request no. 50434. Received: 26/08/2024, Resolved: 19/09/2024
Outdoor Gym Equipment (OGE) in Council Parks
How many Edinburgh Council parks have outdoor gym equipment (OGE)? Detail the number of OGE items, their maintenance, any removals, budget allocation, and future plans.
Files
- Request no. 50435. Received: 26/08/2024, Resolved: 07/10/2024
Home to School Transport Spend Information
Provide information on Home to School Transport spending for SEND pupils, broken down by ages up to 16 and 16-19. Include budget and actual spend for fiscal year 23/24, budget for 24/25, and current number of SEND pupils in each age group.
Resolution
We cannot respond to this as SEND Transport Arrangements has its foundations in English legislation. The criteria for free travel in England is also different as there is scope for income and benefit related avenues into provision for free travel.
- Request no. 50438. Received: 23/08/2024, Resolved: 19/09/2024
Taxi and Private Hire Vehicles
Provide the registration number, make, and model of all vehicles licensed as Taxi, Hackney Carriage, or Private Hire from 1st April 2024 to 31st July 2024. & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50441. Received: 26/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Revenue Information on Outdoor Seating Permits
Provide the revenue City of Edinburgh Council received from landlords for outdoor seating permits at pubs and restaurants between 1 April 2023 and 31 March 2024, from 1 April 2023 to 30 September 2023, and the most up-to-date figures available.
Files
- Request no. 50446. Received: 26/08/2024, Resolved: 19/09/2024
Officer's Name and Qualifications
The name and qualifications of the officer within the Local Development Plan team who prepared the responses to Matters 2 and 4 on behalf of Planning. Specifically, whether the person responsible is a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute.
Resolution
Three people contributed to the response:
Iain McFarlane – Operations Manager (Development Planning)
Anna Grant – Team Manager (Development Planning)
Alex Laidler – Senior Planning Officer (Development Planning)
They are all members of the RTPI.
- Request no. 50447. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Information on Bin Hubs Impact and Specifications
What is the percentage increase in waste collected and bin capacity after bin hubs were introduced? What percentage of mixed recycling waste has gone to landfill in 2024? What are the surface specifications for wheeled bins in the hubs?
Files
- Request no. 50451. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Temporary Accommodation and Unpaid Water Bills
How much has the council spent on temporary accommodation over the last five years, with a yearly breakdown? Additionally, how much is owed for unpaid water bills in the last five years, broken down by year?
Files
- Request no. 50456. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Inquiry on VAT Payments to Care Providers
Has the council paid standard-rated VAT (20%) in the last six months? If so, please confirm the names of the care providers (adult/children services) receiving this VAT and when the council began paying it.
Resolution
St Philips Care, Thistle Services and SAMH in 2017
- Request no. 50459. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Council Tax Credit Data for Incorporated Companies
Provide a list of incorporated companies with council tax credits, including company names, credit values, years, property addresses, account status (live/closed), and the date of data generation. This excludes business rates data.
Files
- Request no. 50461. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Licensing Data for Dog and Cat Breeders
Provide the number of licensed dog breeders for 2022 and 2023, postcodes for 2023, and the number of licensed cat breeders for 2023. Also, detail actions taken under dog breeding licensing condition ‘8.5’ and summarise if possible.
Files
- Request no. 50463. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/10/2024
Complaints Data on Jewel Roundabout and Sir Harry Lauder Road Junction
Provide the number and nature of complaints made about the junction between the Jewel roundabout and Sir Harry Lauder Road in Edinburgh within the last 12 months.
Resolution
Closed - No clarification received.
- Request no. 50464. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Dog Fouling Complaints and Penalty Data
Provide the number of complaints received for dog fouling from September 2023 to August 2024, the number of fixed penalty notices issued, their total value, and specific locations of those FPNs by postcode or similar.
Files
- Request no. 50466. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Access Control System Information
Details on your access control system, including current system, number of doors, access types, system age, integration, suppliers, user data, maintenance, and future plans. Please include specific manufacturer and model info.
Files
- Request no. 50467. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 23/10/2024
Information on Allergies and Emergency AAIs in Schools
Provide data on the number of pupils with allergies and special diets in City of Edinburgh schools/early years settings, including details on completed forms, AAI kits held, and guidance on the administration of emergency AAIs & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50468. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Looked After Children
Provide data on Looked After Children from 2020/21 to 2024/25, including the commissioner’s contact details, total number of children, expenditure on regulated children’s homes, placement locations, and weekly fees, using the attached spreadsheet.
Files
- Request no. 50470. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Borders Falconry Licensing and Enforcement
Does Borders Falconry have a Zoo Licence and registration under the Performing Animals Act? If not, what enforcement actions does the council take to ensure the welfare of the birds displayed on the Royal Mile?
Files
- Request no. 50473. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Unpaid Statutory Notices and Revenue Information
Please confirm the number of unpaid statutory notices issued and the revenue generated by Edinburgh Council from statutory notice enquirers since the fee review in April 2011 & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50474. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Invoices for Social Care Sector
Provide a breakdown of all invoices received and paid on time to third-party organisations in the Social Care Sector for June and July 2024, including all companies funded through SWIFT.
Files
- Request no. 50477. Received: 27/08/2024, Resolved: 23/09/2024
Attendance Data for Primary and Secondary Schools
Please provide the number and percentage of primary and secondary school pupils who missed more than 10%, 20%, and 50% of the school year for 2022-2023 and 2023-2024.
Files
- Request no. 50478. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Blue Iron Bridge inspection, repairs & maintenance records
Records for the bridge opposite the Britannia Hotel on the Water of Leith walk from Roseburn to Deans Village or 12 months up to and including 20/04/2024.
Files
- Request no. 50479. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Oracle HR Payroll Implementation
As part of due diligence and importantly prior to contracts being signed with Oracle did Council HR or Payroll representatives visit local Oracle users of HR Payroll? In particular Fife & Edinburgh University & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50480. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Crosswood Avenue, inspection, repair & maintenance records
Provision of all documents, (hard copy or digital) in relation to Policy as of 11/1/24 and records of inspection, complaints and repairs/maintenance works at the above location from 1/1/22 to date including photographs relating to this information.
Files
- Request no. 50493. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Number of Cases Raised by MPs
Provide the number of cases raised by local MPs with your local authority on behalf of constituents between 4 July 2024 and today, broken down by individual MPs. Exclude correspondence related to policy issues and meetings.
Resolution
We are unable to provide the information requested as the cost to the Council of locating, retrieving and providing the information far exceeds the statutory maximum of £600.
- Request no. 50496. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 16/10/2024
Edinburgh Council Tree Planting
In each year since 2019-20, including the current year to date, how many trees has Edinburgh Council planted? In each year since 2019-20, how much funding has been allocated towards tree-planting projects?
Files
- Request no. 50497. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Noise Complaint Data from 2021 to 2024
Provide the total number of noise complaints reported in the City of Edinburgh Council area from July 2021 to July 2024, broken down by year. Additionally, include a breakdown of the categories these noise complaints were classified under.
Files
- Request no. 50498. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 28/10/2024
Tables & Chairs Permits - Leith Walk
Regarding all permitted businesses on Leith Walk, Edinburgh that have been granted outside tables permit, how much space they are permitted to take, including any evidence of the space.
Files
- Request no. 50499. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
EV Charging Infrastructure Data
Provide data on public EV charging devices, including total numbers and types (rapid/ultra-rapid), annual installations for the last five years, investment amounts, operational status, parking spaces provided, and chargers within ULEZ zones.
Files
- Request no. 50501. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 02/09/2024
Minimum Space Requirements for Safe Pavement Access Adjacent to Business Areas
Confirm the minimum space required to be left between the pavement and business-occupied space for safe passage, specifically for wheelchair users, disabled individuals, and blind people. What is the standard, e.g., 1.5m, 2m, etc.?
Resolution
Cancelled - see 50498.
- Request no. 50503. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Cleansing Department Tick Sheets for Specific Streets (July and August)
The Cleansing Department's tick sheets for the streets Kenmure Avenue, Wilfred Terrace, Wolseley Crescent, and Scone Gardens for the months of July and August.
Files
- Request no. 50504. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Road Condition and Maintenance at West Harbour Road, Edinburgh
Details on West Harbour Road, Edinburgh, near Sunbelt Rentals. Pothole reports from the last 2 years, action taken, date of road markings, reason for marking (e.g., report or inspection), and a copy of the work order issued after marking.
Files
- Request no. 50506. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Comiston Road Bus Lane
TRO 21/29 expired on 20/05/2024. Please can you provide a copy of the current Traffic Order which permits this bus lane to be in place (August 28, 2024).
Resolution
We do not hold a current Traffic Order. A replacement Order is due to be promoted and will reinstate powers to enforce this section of bus lane.
- Request no. 50509. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Recycling Hub Rules and Impact
Details on the origin of recycling hub rules, their application in the World Heritage Site, and considerations on aesthetics, obligations, mental health, and pedestrian safety.
Files
- Request no. 50510. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 29/08/2024 12:20:00
N/A
Resolution
Incorrect Request
- Request no. 50513. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 01/10/2024
Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership Details
Please review and update the post holder details for Edinburgh Health & Social Care Partnership. Include any missing key posts, the total number of staff, and relevant organisation charts if available.
Files
- Request no. 50514. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Teaching Staff Data
Provide the total number of teaching staff in your authority, along with the number and percentage retiring this year at retirement age, retiring early, and those on long-term sick leave.
Files
- Request no. 50516. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Household Bin Collection Data
Data on household bin collection schedules for all properties in your local authority under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002. Please provide the data in any format & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50519. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Lighting Specifications for Hall 1 at Meadowbank Sports Centre
Provide the lighting specifications for Hall 1, including the number of lights, their ceiling locations, and required light intensity ranges. This is to address concerns about lighting adequacy for sports activities.
Files
- Request no. 50520. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Homeless Accommodation Outside City of Edinburgh
How many were placed outside CEC from May 30 to June 13, 2024, and August 1 to August 25, 2024? What were the average and longest stays, distances, demographics, and costs? & other questions
Files
- Request no. 50521. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Unsuitable Temporary Accommodation for Homeless Households
How many homeless households were placed in “unsuitable temporary accommodation from May 30 to June 13, 2024, and August 1 to August 25, 2024, as per the Homeless Persons (Unsuitable Accommodation) (Scotland) Order 2014?
Files
- Request no. 50522. Received: 28/08/2024, Resolved: 24/09/2024
Information on Accident
Confirm the registration number of the CEC vehicle used during his accident on June 6, 2024. Additionally, clarify if the vehicle's CCTV was operational at the time, as we believe it was newly added to the fleet.
Resolution
The registration was VK24 HTG (Vehicle Ref: 7065).
The CCTV on the vehicle was not operational.
- Request no. 50524. Received: 23/08/2024, Resolved: 16/10/2024 15:31:00
FOI - Direct Payment Support and Employing PAs
Support given those award direct payments and other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50525. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 29/10/2024
Bus Lane Charge Notices and Signage Information
The number of bus lane charge notices issued at Manse Street, Edinburgh (2021-2024). Provide signage details (type, distance, installation date) and current street lux levels with last check date. & other questions.
Resolution
Closed - No clarification received.
- Request no. 50526. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Blue Badge Renewal Timeline
How long does it take to renew a Blue Badge?
Files
- Request no. 50527. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Litter and Fly-Tipping Enforcement
Who provides your enforcement for environmental crimes like littering and fly-tipping?
Resolution
The City of Edinburgh Council’s Street Enforcement Officers are responsible for the enforcement of environmental crimes such as litter and flytipping.
- Request no. 50532. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 27/09/2024
Edinburgh International Film Festival Grants
Provide: 1) Total amount awarded for the 2024 Edinburgh International Film Festival, itemized with award dates. 2) Copy of supporting application documents. 3) Written justification for the grant.
Files
- Request no. 50533. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Costs of Management Information Systems
Provide the total or estimated cost for Management Information Systems (e.g., SIMS, FMS, Capita One) used by Edinburgh City Council schools. A breakdown of central spending and costs per school would be appreciated.
Files
- Request no. 50534. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Workplace Parking Levy Policy Costs and Details
Provide the council’s expenditure on developing the workplace parking levy policy, broken down by time period if possible. How many staff have worked on this, and can you provide any related reports?
Files
- Request no. 50536. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Meadowbank - Hall 1 Lighting Consultation
Provide details of meetings by Council officers with Badminton Scotland and others about Hall 1 lighting. Include meeting stages, attendee feedback on lighting, and other discussions & other questions.
Files
- Request no. 50538. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 03/10/2024
Current Employer Liability Insurance of Recruitta Limited
Please provide details of the current Employer Liability Insurance for Recruitta Limited.
- Request no. 50539. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Properties Receiving Transitional NDR Relief
Provide a list of properties receiving transitional NDR relief, including the type (SBBS, revaluation, parks), the cash value of relief for the current financial year, the property owner and tenant/occupier, and the property use class.
Resolution
Please refer to the attached document.
Third-party personal information, such as information relating to sole traders, has been removed from the document in compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
Files
- Request no. 50541. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 25/09/2024
Ravelston Dykes Road Maintenance
Details on inspections and maintenance of Ravelston Dykes, including inspection schedules, pothole reports, repair processes, and any changes since 2020. It also inquires about the use of a risk-based approach and criteria for intervention.
Files
- Request no. 50543. Received: 31/08/2024, Resolved: 03/09/2024
National Relief Properties
Details for properties under national relief schemes (excluding council discretionary reliefs). Include the type of relief (SBBS, revaluation, parks), its cash value for the current year, the property owner, & other questions.
Resolution
Cancelled - Duplicate of 50539
- Request no. 50569. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 05/09/2024
Air Quality Consultation - Morningside Road
ITPEnergised seeks feedback on their updated air quality and odour risk assessment methodology for a hotel development at Morningside Road. The assessment will follow recent guidance and local policies. & other questions
Resolution
Cancelled - Business as usual - Service will provide advice directly.
- Request no. 50603. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 03/09/2024
Planning Enforcement Investigation: 24/00295/ESHORT
Please provide the name of the member of the public who inquired about the property and a copy of the related correspondence.
Resolution
Information withheld under Regulation 10(5)(f) of the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004.
- Request no. 50607. Received: 25/08/2024, Resolved: 18/09/2024
HMO Licence Applicant Contact Details
HMO licences at 28 and 30 East Fountainbridge I write to request the contact details of HMO licence applicants / holders for the above addresses.
Files
- Request no. 50677. Received: 29/08/2024, Resolved: 26/09/2024
Blue Badge Processing
The use of third-party providers for case management systems, number of blue badge applications processed annually, current outstanding blue badge applications, SLA details, and whether third-party support is used for service delivery.
Files
- Request no. 50777. Received: 30/08/2024, Resolved: 20/09/2024 16:46:00
Direct Payments - Self Employed Personal Assistants
How many permissions did you give and decisions did you make to allow self-employed personal assistants to be paid from direct payments currently
- Request no. 50966. Received: 22/08/2024, Resolved: 21/11/2024 16:21:00
SAR - Jason Connell - DOB: 20/01/1969 - ( Awaiting advice from Zaruhi 27/09 )
Social Work Records for Jason Connell - 9 Caledonia Crescent, Edinburgh EH11 2AL.
