Leader pays tribute to Councillor Val Walker
Following the sad passing of our Culture and Communities Convener Councillor Val Walker, Jane Meagher pays tribute.
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Stephen Jenkinson confirmed as new Transport and Environment Convener
At a meeting of the City of Edinburgh Council today (29 August), Councillor Stephen Jenkinson was appointed as the new convener of the Transport and Environment Committee.
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Have your say on new school proposals in north and south Edinburgh
Views are being sought on proposals to build two new non-denominational primary schools and nurseries in Gilmerton and Granton Waterfront.
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Edinburgh reflects on its past and looks to the future
Edinburgh joined cities across the world today in remembering the slave trade and its lasting impact on our society.
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Council launches wellbeing platform for children and young people
The platform, which provides a safe place to find advice, local support, tips, and tools to help maintain positive wellbeing, was launched at Bonaly Primary School on Wednesday (21 August).
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Edinburgh’s ‘groundbreaking’ visitor levy scheme takes another step forward
Ambitious plans for a Visitor Levy in Edinburgh took another significant step forward today (22 August), as councillors agreed key details of the draft scheme.
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Visitor levy will raise millions to reinvest in the city
Council Leader Cammy Day comments in the Edinburgh Evening News today.
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Spades in the ground for new affordable homes at Granton Waterfront
The City of Edinburgh Council marked the start of construction on a new affordable housing development with a ceremonial sod-cutting event on Thursday (15 August).
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The Homeless World Cup co-founder and social entrepreneur Mel Young MBE to receive the Edinburgh Award 2024
The Homeless World Cup co-founder and social entrepreneur, Mel Young MBE is to receive the prestigious Edinburgh Award.
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Council Leader urges unions to accept latest pay offer
Council Leader Cammy Day has welcomed today’s decision by the trade unions to suspend strike action and re-ballot their members on the latest pay offer from COSLA and the Scottish Government.
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Community invited to have their say on Firework Control Zones in Edinburgh
Edinburgh residents are being asked for their views on Firework Control Zones.