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MSP becomes first patron of MS Therapy Centre Lothian
Malcolm Chisholm MSP for Edinburgh North and Leith has lent his support to the MS Therapy Centre Lothian by becoming its first patron.
The charity,...
Scottish Independence Referendum – this week’s views
A selection of remarks and comments and pointers to articles about the Scottish Independence Referendum.
People living in Scotland are invited to vote in the...
Fringe comes to Kirkliston
”Quite a few of years ago I started writing a collection of songs that my friends and I then decided to record entirely outdoors....
The Festival of Politics: “To See Ourselves As Others See Us”
Two key things were immediately apparent as yesterday's Festival of Politics panel discussion got under way.
Firstly, Shetland was actually on the map—the day prior, at a...
What effect will the Independence Referendum have on Edinburgh’s property market?
Glenham Property have attempted to answer this question for Edinburgh Reporter readers.
We’re fast approaching the referendum have you noticed any difference in the property...
Wave simulator officially opened in Edinburgh
New climate change minister Amber Rudd MP found out first-hand about the UK’s leading role in ocean energy research and development when she officially...
Edinburgh march shows support for Palestinians – with photos
A march through central Edinburgh by a couple of thousand people brought the public transport system in the city centre to a halt, but...
Sheppard takes position on independence
We are more used to seeing him as the promoter for The Stand in Edinburgh, but given his union past it is perhaps not...
Edinburgh International Book Festival – new dialogue events
The overarching theme of this year's Book Festival is Let's Talk - and the latest events announced today are going to be talked about...
Finance Minister visits Edinburgh software company
An Edinburgh software solutions and web design company met with Finance Minister John Swinney this week as he announced record levels of employment for...
Scottish Independence Referendum – today’s topics
A selection of remarks and comments and pointers to articles about the Scottish Independence Referendum.
People living in Scotland are invited to vote in the...
Etihad to fly the Edinburgh to Abu Dhabi route from next summer
Another new route from Edinburgh Airport has been announced today.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will next year launch its...
Scottish Independence Referendum – Loretto Lecture
IT is the topic on everyone’s lips; one of the most discussed events in Scotland’s recent history, maybe even overtaking that of the weather....
500 Miles in 5 Days – The Flying Postman continues to deliver the Yes...
In the interview below, avid ’Indy Cyclist’ Mark Coburne explains both his motivation for a journey that has already taken him from Rome to...
Five things you need to know today
Buddies Bunny Rescue - Planning News - Beer news - Craighouse meeting - Scottish Youth Parliament
The great bunny rescue is almost over. The threesome...
Letter from Scotland
On a glorious sunny day this week, on Tuesday, I had the privilege of being in the 19.5 per cent of Scotland which has...
Five things you need to know today
Forth Road Bridge is (almost) 50 - Forth Bridges Festival - Responsible Parking - Cold in July - Climate Challenge Fund
HM The Queen is today going...
Housing Bill to allow homeowners to get on with repairs
Lothian Labour MSP, Sarah Boyack, has welcomed new laws to help homeowners get on with common repairs to their property.
The provisions, passed yesterday evening...
New powers to tackle dangerous buildings
Last week, MSPs voted to pass the Buildings (Recovery of Expenses) (Scotland) Bill
The Member's Bill, promoted by Labour MSP, David Stewart, will give Local Authorities...
Sale of Council houses to sitting tenants brought to an end in Scotland
The Scottish Government had a long session yesterday to approve The Housing (Scotland) Bill which is designed to improve condition of houses let to...
Rice to chair new Scottish Fiscal Commission
The Scottish Government has approved the Finance Committee's recommendations to appoint Managing Director of Lloyds Banking Group, Lady Susan Rice, as Chair of the...
Independence will make a difference to the film industry
Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop spoke to film industry representatives today to tell them that only independence will improve support to that sector of the...
Greens welcome promise on tackling youth unemployment
Alison Johnstone, Green MSP for Lothian and a member of Holyrood's economy committee, today welcomed a pledge by the Scottish Government to implement findings...
Scottish Independence Referendum – Interview with Alistair Darling
The Edinburgh Reporter attended the Better Together press conference at the Royal Highland Show in a very small hot room in the Highland Hall....
Reconnecting People & Politics
Sarah Boyack MSP considers the recent decline in turnout at elections and the responsibility of politics and politicians to reconnect with people.
In politics, the...
Marine energy project at Lasswade High School
Lasswade High School students keen to explore careers in the burgeoning marine and offshore renewables sector today demonstrated work undertaken using an innovative pilot...
City Centre MSP latest to call on Network Rail to rethink
BIAGI CALLS FOR NETWORK RAIL TO RECONSIDER WAVERLEY TAXI ACCESS
Edinburgh Central MSP Marco Biagi has today called on Network Rail to rethink their position...
Government backed advert designed to encourage reading
The Scottish Government’s PlayTalkRead campaign encourages parents to play, talk and read with their little ones this summer.
The summer activity builds on the campaign's...
Five things you need to know today
Queen's Baton Relay batonbearers - The Route - Tryathon and the School Run - Diving - The Concert
Today the Queen's Baton comes to Scotland for...
Government unveil new plans for dealing with litter
The Scottish Government has just announced the new plans for dealing with litter and fly tipping which they hope will help reduce the amount...
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