Edinburgh returns new MSPs in Scottish Parliament Election 2026
The results for Edinburgh’s six city constituencies, along with the seven seats for the Edinburgh and Lothians East region have been announced at the Royal Highland Centre today (Friday 8 May).
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Bethany Christian Trust’s Welcome Centre to run year-round
A service providing emergency accommodation for people sleeping rough over winter will be able to continue throughout the year, thanks to a funding commitment by the City of Âé¶¹Ó³».
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Key facts and advice as polls open in Edinburgh
Polling places across Edinburgh are open until 10pm this evening for residents to vote in the Scottish Parliament election.
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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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Green light given to restore Tollcross Clock
Funding to restore one of the city's most cherished landmarks - the historic Tollcross Clock – was approved today, with works set to begin as early as May.
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A new school term with new challenges and opportunities
Writing in the Edinburgh Evening News (24 April), Education, Children and Families Convenor, Cllr James Dalgleish reflects on the start of both SQA exams and the Summer term for schools.
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Brunstane Primary School refurbishment complete
Significant refurbishment and retrofit work at Brunstane Primary School is now complete and the school building has been handed over in time for the start of the new school term.
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New disc golf course opens in Edinburgh
The Hailes Quarry Park course was officially opened this week by the Culture and Communities Convener, Councillor Margaret Graham.
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Residents urged to register to vote in the Scottish Parliament Election before deadline next week
With the deadline for new voter registration at 11:59pm on Monday 20 April fast approaching, we’re reminding all eligible residents in Edinburgh to register in time.
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Photography competition celebrates World Heritage Day
Photography enthusiasts are being encouraged to enter a competition running until October celebrating three decades of Edinburgh’s World Heritage Site.