www.edinburgh.gov.uk /news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Thu, 07 May 2026 11:51:15 +0000 Thu, 07 May 2026 11:51:15 +0000 Bethany Christian Trust’s Welcome Centre to run year-round /news/article/14397/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»­. Thu, 07 May 2026 10:48:00 +0100 Key facts and advice as polls open in Edinburgh /news/article/14396/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. Thu, 07 May 2026 10:12:00 +0100 Edinburgh exceeds affordable housing target /news/article/14395/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. Tue, 05 May 2026 11:26:00 +0100 Green light given to restore Tollcross Clock /news/article/14394/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. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:20:00 +0100 A new school term with new challenges and opportunities /news/article/14393/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. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:30:00 +0100 Brunstane Primary School refurbishment complete /news/article/14392/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. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:42:00 +0100 New disc golf course opens in Edinburgh /news/article/14391/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. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:18:00 +0100 Residents urged to register to vote in the Scottish Parliament Election before deadline next week /news/article/14390/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. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 09:51:00 +0100 Photography competition celebrates World Heritage Day /news/article/14389/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. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:39:00 +0100 Celebrating 30 years of our World Heritage Site /news/article/14388/celebrating-30-years-of-our-world-heritage-site Planning Convener Cllr Joan Griffiths writes about birthday celebrations for Edinburgh's World Heritage Site ahead of World Heritage Day on Saturday (18 April) Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:34:00 +0100 A term of musical achievement for Edinburgh’s young musicians /news/article/14387/a-term-of-musical-achievement-for-edinburgh-s-young-musicians Even more pupils have had the opportunity to perform as part of the Instrumental Music Service’s citywide ensembles and events programme. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0100 Candidates for Edinburgh’s Scottish Parliament constituencies and regional list confirmed /news/article/14386/candidates-for-edinburgh-s-scottish-parliament-constituencies-and-regional-list-confirmed The full list of candidates standing for election in Edinburgh’s six constituencies alongside those contesting the seven seats from the Edinburgh and Lothians East Region has now been finalised. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:19:00 +0100 Making progress on Housing Emergency Action Plan /news/article/14385/making-progress-on-housing-emergency-action-plan Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Convener Cllr Tim Pogson writes in the Evening News today Wed, 01 Apr 2026 08:54:00 +0100 Foundations mark next phase of Powderhall regeneration development   /news/article/14384/foundations-mark-next-phase-of-powderhall-regeneration-development- Latest phase includes laid foundations for a new 128-space early years centre. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:40:00 +0100 Tackling poverty for all children and young people in Edinburgh /news/article/14383/tackling-poverty-for-all-children-and-young-people-in-edinburgh Education, Children and Families Convenor, Cllr James Dalgleish writes in the Evening News today about work to address child poverty across schools and communities. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:56:00 +0000 Funding secured to transform Granton Lighthouse into arts and education hub /news/article/14382/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. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:03:00 +0000 New affordable homes planned for Leith /news/article/14381/new-affordable-homes-planned-for-leith A high-quality, energy efficient development at Coatfield Lane, Leith will deliver much-needed family housing and improved greenspace. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:53:00 +0000 New Framework Agreement in place to deliver £350m worth of housing projects /news/article/14380/new-framework-agreement-in-place-to-deliver-350m-worth-of-housing-projects The first part of a Framework Agreement to support the delivery of new, affordable homes in Edinburgh, worth around £350m, is now live. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:41:00 +0000 New phase of Leith Connections completed amidst positive new data on walking, wheeling and cycling /news/article/14379/new-phase-of-leith-connections-completed-amidst-positive-new-data-on-walking-wheeling-and-cycling A new active travel route from the Foot of the Walk to Dock Street was officially opened today by the Transport and Environment Convener, Councillor Stephen Jenkinson. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:45:00 +0000 Leader's Report - March 2026 /news/article/14378/leader-s-report-march-2026 Latest news from the Council Leader Jane Meagher. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:23:00 +0000