Colinton and Fairmilehead by-election to be held in January
A by-election will be held in the Colinton and Fairmilehead ward following the resignations of Councillor Marco Biagi and Councillor Louise Spence.
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Edinburgh International Festival launches projects to boost arts access in schools
The Edinburgh International Festival has launched two engagement projects to boost arts access in schools across the capital and encourage young people to play on in the absence of live art.
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Edinburgh urged to stay local
Edinburgh residents are being encouraged to keep sticking to COVID-19 rules as travel restrictions become law.
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Spread some festive cheer and shop here this year
This festive season we're calling on Edinburgh residents to celebrate what’s on our doorsteps — in a new campaign encouraging shoppers to support local businesses when looking for the perfect present.
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First tracks in the ground for Trams to Newhaven project
Work to construct the Trams to Newhaven route is well underway, with the first tracks being laid in Leith.
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Youth work in community centres and more libraries set to reopen
Youth work can restart in Edinburgh community centres following an agreement reached by Councillors today (Thursday 19 November).
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Transport Convener: Everyone has the right to travel safety
Transport and Environment Convener Councillor Lesley Macinnes writes in the Edinburgh Evening News about the need to protect vulnerable road users.
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£2m funding boost for walking and cycling measures
Edinburgh has secured almost £2m in additional funding from Sustrans to improve conditions for walking, cycling and wheeling.
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Preparations for updated parking controls begin
Work has begun to prepare for the introduction of new parking controls as part of Edinburgh’s Parking Action Plan.
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Trams to Newhaven redesign secures future of the Discovery Garden
Community members in Leith have welcomed news that the Discovery Garden at Ocean Terminal will be retained as part of the Trams to Newhaven project.
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Leader's Report November 2020
Latest news from Council Leader Adam McVey