Funding secured to transform Granton Lighthouse into arts and education hub
The balance of funding required to bring the historic Granton Lighthouse in the north of Edinburgh back to life and transform it into a community arts & education hub was secured today.
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Council reaffirms commitment to eradicate poverty by 2030
We have published our fifth annual update on actions to end poverty in the city by 2030, delivering a clear snapshot of what’s been achieved – and what still needs to be done
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Support local businesses this Christmas
Edinburgh residents are being urged to consider shopping locally on the eve of Small Business Saturday.
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Construction begins on first phase of West Edinburgh Link
Our contractor Balfour Beatty commenced works yesterday (December 3), which are expected to last until Summer 2026.
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Pupils festive card designs brighten up Princes Street
Seasons Greetings' artwork competition winning designs unveiled.
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Plans for Visitor Levy housing spend approved
Councillors on Tuesday 2 December agreed the first spend programme for funding raised by the Edinburgh Visitor Levy.
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Positive attainment progress in Edinburgh's schools
A report highlighting achievements and progress in attainment among learners for academic session 2024-25 was discussed at Education, Children and Families Committee last week (27 November).
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Edinburgh launches innovative pilot to prevent homelessness
A new pilot aimed at preventing people from becoming homeless has officially been given the go-ahead in the Capital after the Council and partners were awarded funding from the Scottish Government.
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Regeneration at Granton Waterfront moving forward at pace
Council Leader Jane Meagher writes in today's Evening News about great progress on regeneration in the north of the Capital.
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£2.9m heritage investment to support Granton Waterfront regeneration
External funding of almost £3m to protect the built heritage of Granton Waterfront in the north of the Capital has been announced by the Council today.
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Council supports global 16 Days of Activism campaign
Âé¶¹Ó³» is once again showing its support for the annual campaign taking place from 25 November to 10 December 2025.