Three images released in connection with serious assault inquiry
Following a serious assault and robbery on Ferry Road in November, Police have released images of a man that they wish to speak to...
Meeting convened to discuss pressures on health and social care
Although The Scottish Parliament only reconvenes for business on Tuesday the government held a meeting to discuss the pressures on the NHS last Friday.
The...
Greens lay out their priorities for spring session of parliament
The Scottish Greens say that when The Scottish Parliament reconvenes on Tuesday the party will focus on people, planet and independence.
The party’s co-leader, Lorna...
Letter from Scotland
We are in such a mess that 2023 has just got to be better. We have the NHS on its knees, strikes on the railways...
Eyre Place Lane residents disappointed by planners’ recommendation
Two planning applications which have attracted almost 400 objections have been recommended for approval by planners at next week's Development Management Sub-Committee.
The plans...
Ross criticises the “cosy Holyrood consensus”
Douglas Ross has accused Labour of “playing for Team Sturgeon” – because he says Anas Sarwar’s party agree with, and vote with, the SNP...
Free online access to Edinburgh Libraries
Instant access to free online library
Do you know someone who would benefit from free access to ebooks, audiobooks and magazines, but who is not...
Portobello mast plans grounded as 66ft tower rejected as intrusive
Residents and businesses in Portobello celebrated an early Christ Mast present after planning officials rejected proposals for a controversial 66ft telecoms mast.
Operators Hutchison Networks...
Road closed at West Linton
A section of the A702 has been closed in West Linton due to damage to Westwater Bridge caused by increased river flows following a...
Capital Coffee – Fortitude, Newington
Fortitude has been one of the leading lights of the speciality coffee scene in Edinburgh for almost a decade. Fortitude now has three cafés...
Government encouraging home ownership for priority groups
First-time buyers and others on low to medium incomes are being encouraged to take advantage of the Open Market Shared Equity Scheme to help...
Statues will take their place on new housing development
Gothic statues salvaged from a historic Edinburgh estate will take pride of place in a new council housing development which will be built this...
Challenges to tourism remain but the sector is resilient
VisitScotland Regional Director, Neil Christison, reflects on tourism in the Edinburgh and the Lothians this year and how partnership working can help ensure tourism...
City Plan 2030 has been submitted to Scottish Ministers
The City of Edinburgh Council's proposed City Plan 2030 was approved by the Council’s Planning Committee allowing it to move on to the next stage when it...
Edinburgh’s own TikTok star Andrew is looking forward to next year
Andrew Thomson from Longstone says 2023 is going to be a bumper year for film and TV, which means that as an internet star...
What is involved in working at The Scottish Parliament
“I was Frida in Abba… now I take visitors round the Parliament”
Caroline Vevers secured a permanent post as a Visitor Services Officer in April...
Rail passengers warned of likely disruption
ScotRail is warning customers to expect significant disruption during the latest round of strike action by RMT members of Network Rail.
The dispute does not...
The Old Edinburgh Club – important historical events to note in...
In January, there were many notable events which took place in past years. Here is a breakdown of what happened in history compiled by...
Hogmanay’s Midnight Moment in Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay welcomed back the pyrotechnicians, Titanium who once again designed one of the world’s best New Year firework displays, launched from Edinburgh...
New Year message from the Scottish Secretary of State
A message for everyone living in Scotland from Alister Jack, the Scottish Secretary of State.
Mr Jack said: "This past year is one we...
Committee business on the agenda at Holyrood in 2023
The Scottish Parliament already has a full agenda of business on the schedule for 2023.
Some of the highlights will include:
Health Social Care and Sport...
How does the Citizens’ Panel on Public Participation work?
Earlier this year, the Citizens’ Panel on Public Participation (CPPPC) launched an inquiry into public participation, looking at how people’s voices are heard in the...
Scottish Government claims Brexit damage is mounting
The Scottish Government claims that two years after the transition period ended the damage from Brexit continues to mount.
The government also continues to demand...
Conservative leader’s message for 2023
A New Year’s message from Scottish Conservative leader, Douglas Ross.
"As we celebrate the beginning of a New Year tonight, it’s impossible not to think...
CBE honour for Director of UK Astronomy Technology Centre
Professor Gillian Wright, Director at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre in Edinburgh, has received a CBE for services to astronomy in the New Year...
First Minister congratulates all those on the Honours List
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has paid tribute to the Scottish recipients of The New Year’s Honours including the Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University...
St John and the City volunteer fundraiser is honoured with OBE
A volunteer whose project culminated in hundreds of defibrillator machines being installed in Edinburgh and all over Scotland has been named in the New...
Andrew Crummy receives the MBE in New Year Honours List
Andrew Thomas Crummy from Craigmillar has received an MBE in the 2022 New Year Honours List.
The honour means a great deal to the...
New Year honour for Brendan Dick
Broadband boss Brendan Dick has been awarded the OBE for services to Telecommunications and to Business in Scotland in King Charles’ first New Year...
Police seek assistance of the public after serious assault in city...
Detectives in Edinburgh are appealing for information following the serious assault of a man in Leith Street.
The assault took place around 7.45 pm on...
