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Cyclists invited to The Causey for some bike TLC
Causey Development Trust invites cyclists to drop by on Saturday afternoon to celebrate active travel with them.
The campaign group meet at West Crosscauseway each...
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Architect appointed to lead on Leith Theatre project
Leith Theatre has appointed Holmes Miller as the lead architect for its transformational Back to Life: the...
Leith Theatre appoints lead architect on revitalisation project
The Leith Theatre Trust has appointed Holmes Miller as lead architect on the project to revitalise the theatre behind Leith Library on Ferry Road.
This...
Mademoiselle Macaron wins Online Bakery Business of the Year
Mademoiselle Macaron has won Online Bakery Business of the Year at the 2025 British Baker Awards.
Rachel Hanretty the founder of the Leith based...
Bespoke female kit key to Uni sports award
Champions of women’s sports at the University of Edinburgh (UoE) have been recognised for their exceptional efforts, particularly the creation of more female friendly...
Cameron Toll to be made “Tram ready”
The owners of Cameron Toll shopping centre have proposed a new masterplan to make the development ready for the tram (or the Edinburgh South...
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At the council this week
Monday, 24th November, 2025
9.30 am Meeting of Licensing Board on 24/11 at 9.30 am - Dean of Guild Court Room - City Chambers
Tuesday, 25th November, 2025
10.00 am...
First Scottish plaque laid on St Stephen Street for Holocaust victim
An unveiling ceremony will take place on St Stephen Street on Monday.
The first brass Stolperstein for a Scottish Holocaust victim is installed there.
The...
Division between governments over Mossmorran action
There are two separate government initiatives scheduled to take place this week to deal with potential job losses at Mossmorran in Fife.
The Scottish...
Celebrate local creativity at Festive Makers Market
Get into the festive spirit at Edinburgh Open Workshop on 29 November with the Festive Makers Market in Leith.
This will be a showcase of the...
Latest roadworks and road closures in Edinburgh
On Fridays the council's travel team issues its weekly list of roads in the capital where roadworks are planned.
The measures listed include parades and...
World Children’s Day marked with a giant billboard
Members of the Children’s Parliament celebrated World Children's Day on Friday with a giant billboard.
They are celebrating their involvement in the Talbot Rice Gallery’s...
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Covid-19 Inquiry
The Chair of the Covid-19 Inquiry, Baroness Heather Hallett, has issued a statement following the publication of the Module 2 report in the...
Churches football final at Pennypit on Saturday
The top two teams in the Edinburgh Churches Football Association go head to head at the Pennypit, Prestonpans, on Saturday at 10 am in...
Letter from Scotland
It’s been a week of national euphoria and some madness, as Scotland’s men’s football team qualified for next summer’s World Cup.
Half the world will...
Colour bonanza at the Botanic Garden Christmas show
The thermometer was hovering just above zero, but it was a crisp, cold night, and there was no wind, ideal for stroll in The...
Niddrie community mural project fundraiser
A Christmas Daytime Disco is being held at the Edmonstone Inn at Danderhall on 6 December to raise funds for the Niddrie Community Mural...
Public stage email protest about “distressing” flags
Hundreds of emails about flags in the city centre have been sent to Edinburgh councillors on Thursday and copied to media outlets.
The Edinburgh Reporter...
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Freedom of Information Bill - Stage 1 discussion on Thursday
The Freedom of Information Act(FOI) Reform Bill Stage 1 will be considered today by...
Tartan Army advised to check passports and visas
Following the match on Tuesday when Scotland won against Denmark and secured a place in the World Cup, members of the Tartan Army are...
Thousands reply to north-south tram consultation
Thousands of people in Edinburgh have replied to the council’s 12-week consultation on the proposed tram extension.
The consultation was closed to replies just...
Merrily We Roll Along coming to cinemas in Edinburgh
Tickets are now on sale for a Scottish cinema spectacular of the Broadway production of Merrily We Roll Along starring Daniel Radcliffe and Jonathan...
Wellbeing Summit declared a successful event
The first Scottish Women's Wellbeing Summit which took place in St Andrews brought women in leadership and wellness positions together for networking and connection...
Some of the first shows announced for next year at The King’s Theatre
The first few shows to be staged at the newly renovated King's Theatre have been announced.
There will be a bit of everything as...
Business awards will recognise Scottish successes
Businesses in Edinburgh and the Lothians are being encouraged to enter a new awards competition which will honour Scotland's most successful businesses.
TheBusinessDesk.com has launched...
Edinburgh Open Workshop – new courses revealed
Edinburgh Open Workshop (EOW) has unveiled its latest courses.
These include an expanded range of hands-on workshops in woodworking, welding, DIY, mixed media, and...
This week’s planning applications in Edinburgh
Planning applications lodged with the council's planning department this week are detailed in the list below.
Applications of note or interest this week include:
A proposal...
Scottish artist returns to Edinburgh with new solo exhibition
One of Scotland’s most accomplished painters, Joe Hargan PAI PPAI RGI, will return to an Edinburgh art gallery this month with a new solo...
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First Edinburgh International Festival tickets go on sale
It may not be summertime but Edinburgh International Festival have a big announcement about the first...
Muriel Spark statue – open competition launched to appoint the artist
An open competition is being launched on Wednesday at noon to choose the artist or artists who will design the statue to commemorate author...
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