/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:28:35 +0000 Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:28:35 +0000 /news/article/14349/first-steps-taken-on-visitor-levy-revenue-funding Councillors today (January 29) made significant progress towards a £41.1m capital investment package, over the next three years, for the City Operations and Infrastructure (COI) fund. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:02:00 +0000 /news/article/14348/positives-of-pavement-parking-ban-in-edinburgh-praised-two-years-on The benefits of the pavement parking ban have been hailed by Guide Dogs Scotland and Living Streets Edinburgh. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:35:00 +0000 /news/article/14347/meet-the-council-drop-in-event-for-business-support Businesses in Edinburgh are being invited to meet with 30 Council services and business-facing partners face-to-face. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:41:00 +0000 /news/article/14346/consultation-opens-on-mobiles-phones-in-schools-with-pupils-families-and-school-staff-encouraged-to-share-their-views A report discussed at Education, Children and Families Committee yesterday (20 January) provided an update on mobile phones in schools. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:29:00 +0000 /news/article/14345/new-solar-powered-lighting-improves-safety-and-sustainability-in-edinburgh-s-parks New solar hybrid lighting has been installed by Signify across several Edinburgh parks, making pathways safer and more welcoming for residents and visitors while supporting the city’s climate goals. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:54:00 +0000 /news/article/14344/-21million-contract-recommended-for-approval-for-retrofit-and-upgrades-at-craigmillar-and-peffermill-court The project forms part of the Council’s wider Strategic Investment Plan for high-rise buildings and will bring both blocks up to modern standards. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:21:00 +0000 /news/article/14343/edinburgh-proves-again-why-it-belongs-on-the-world-stage Writing in the Edinburgh Evening News (9 January), Council Leader Jane Meagher reflects on the success of this year’s Hogmanay celebrations. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:11:00 +0000 /news/article/14342/lord-provost-congratulates-those-named-in-king-s-honours-list Edinburgh's Lord Provost has congratulated all those named in the 2026 King's New Year Honours list, including Edinburgh Award recipient Ann Budge.   Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:09:00 +0000 /news/article/14341/lord-provosts-reflects-on-a-year-to-remember-for-the-capital Edinburgh's Lord Provost Robert Aldridge reflects on 2025. Wed, 24 Dec 2025 14:39:00 +0000 /news/article/14340/council-secures-grant-from-the-national-lottery-heritage-fund-to-progress-slavery-and-colonialism-work The Council, in partnership with the independent Edinburgh Slavery and Colonialism Legacy Review (ESCLR) Implementation Group, has been awarded £239,746 to progress the ESCLR's recommendations. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:20:00 +0000 /news/article/14339/pupils-perform-at-haymarket-station-as-grand-finale-to-royal-scottish-national-orchestra-residency The performance was the culmination of a three-month residency with RSNO's world-class musicians who worked alongside the school’s Instrumental Music Service to inspire young brass musicians. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 13:35:00 +0000 /news/article/14338/photography-competition-to-kick-off-30th-birthday-celebrations-for-capital-s-world-heritage-site The winner of the competition, which is run by Edinburgh World Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland, and the City of Â鶹ӳ»­, will receive a year’s membership to Historic Scotland. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:12:00 +0000 /news/article/14337/council-leader-welcomes-uk-government-funding-for-edinburgh-communities Council Leader Jane Meagher has welcomed up to £20m of UK Government funding for four communities in Edinburgh. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:23:00 +0000 /news/article/14336/walking-wheeling-and-cycling-link-opens-in-north-edinburgh A new walking, wheeling and cycling route, part of the Council’s £1.3bn regeneration of Granton Waterfront in the north of the Capital, was officially opened today. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:25:00 +0000 /news/article/14335/edinburgh-steps-into-christmas Writing in the Edinburgh Evening News on Wednesday (10 December), Culture and Communities Convener Margaret Graham reflects on the festivities. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:34:00 +0000 /news/article/14334/city-art-centre-reveals-exhibitions-programme-for-2026 Edinburgh’s City Art Centre, dedicated to Scottish visual and applied arts, has announced an unmissable programme of new exhibitions for 2026. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:20:00 +0000 /news/article/14333/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 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:31:00 +0000 /news/article/14332/support-local-businesses-this-christmas Edinburgh residents are being urged to consider shopping locally on the eve of Small Business Saturday. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:16:00 +0000 /news/article/14331/pupils-festive-card-designs-brighten-up-princes-street Seasons Greetings' artwork competition winning designs unveiled. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:52:00 +0000 /news/article/14330/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. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:52:00 +0000