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Bus lane enforcement review findings announced
Published on Thursday 24 May 2012 in Transport policy news
A review carried out by the City of Edinburgh Council into bus lane enforcement has concluded that the scheme will continue to operate but will be altered.
Care service up for top award
Published on Friday 25 May 2012 in Social care and health news
A pioneering service from the City of Edinburgh Council providing breaks for carers has been short listed for a major Scottish care award.
Canal strategy sets sail for waterways award
Published on Thursday 24 May 2012 in Planning and the environment news
The plan to kick start the renaissance of the popular Union Canal won a prestigious national waterways award last night (23 May).
Council opens a new chapter for young readers
Published on Thursday 24 May 2012 in Education and learning news
Edinburgh Looked After Children are set to receive a brand new book every month, until they are five, as part of a city wide initiative to support children in the City of Edinburgh’s care.
Top team completed as Council appoints conveners
Published on Thursday 24 May 2012 in Council and government news
The City of Edinburgh Council has formally appointed committee conveners at its meeting of all councillors today.
New voice for city residents as Council agrees petitions committee
Published on Thursday 24 May 2012 in Council and government news
The people of Edinburgh will have a new way of calling for action by the Council with the creation of a committee to hear petitions from the public.
Council calls for more apprenticeships throughout the city
Published on Tuesday 22 May 2012 in Education and learning news
The Chief Executive of the City of Edinburgh Council, Sue Bruce, was joined by 50 young apprentices to mark the start of Scottish Apprentice Week.
Council takes the lead on noisy dog issues
Published on Tuesday 22 May 2012 in Noise pollution news
Dog barking can be one of neighbours’ pet gripes. Now the City of Edinburgh Council’s Noise Team are stepping up efforts to educate both dog owners and those disturbed by dog barking.
Council moves to cut paper and costs through new technology
Published on Tuesday 22 May 2012 in Council and government news
Around £200,000 and 1 million sheets of paper could be saved every year through a move towards paperless committee meetings at the City of Edinburgh Council.
More details announced for Edinburgh Paralympic Flame Festival
Published on Monday 21 May 2012 in Community life and leisure news
More details have been announced today about the Flame Festival being held in Scotland's Capital to mark the start of the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
Raise a cuppa to Her Majesty on the Royal Mile
Published on Friday 18 May 2012 in Business and trade news
Edinburgh's Royal Mile will play host to a Diamond Jubilee event on Sunday 3 June at 3pm.
Masked balls and murder as Edinburgh celebrates Festival of Museums 2012
Published on Wednesday 16 May 2012 in Community life and leisure news
An Edwardian murder mystery, a Venetian Masked Ball, an 18th century extravaganza and an Enchanted Garden - Edinburgh Museums & Galleries are marking Festival of Museums 2012 in style this weekend.
Edinburgh Libraries triumph at top UK awards
Published on Tuesday 15 May 2012 in Community life and leisure news
Celebrations are under way in Scotland's Capital today after the city's triumph in a prestigious national awards ceremony.
Canal strategy on the crest of a wave
Published on Monday 14 May 2012 in Community life and leisure news
The plan to kick start the renaissance of the popular Union Canal has been shortlisted for a prestigious national waterways award.
Cup Final victory parade routes announced
Published on Friday 11 May 2012 in Transport and streets news
The victory parade routes chosen by Edinburgh’s iconic football clubs have been granted permission by the City of Edinburgh Council ahead of the Scottish Cup Final on 19 May.
New contract with the capital unveiled by Council leadership
Published on Thursday 10 May 2012 in Council and government news
The Labour and SNP groups that now form the City of Edinburgh Council administration have unveiled their commitment to the city in a coalition agreement.
Queensferry BID voting opens
Published on Thursday 10 May 2012 in Town centre management news
Voting began this week to decide if Queensferry is to become a Business Improvement District.
Licence extensions refused on public safety grounds
Published on Wednesday 9 May 2012 in Law and licensing news
The City of Edinburgh Licensing Board has taken the decision to refuse all applications for extended opening hours to licensed premises on Scottish Cup Final day (Saturday 19 May).
Healthy reading on the agenda for young people
Published on Wednesday 9 May 2012 in Social care and health news
A range of books and resources to help young people cope with mental health issues is being launched at Oxgangs Library today (9 May) to coincide with International Children’s Mental Health Day.
Opening doors to adult learning
Published on Wednesday 9 May 2012 in Education and learning news
Exploring hieroglyphs, learning IT and discovering family history, are just some of the free taster courses that are running from 11 – 18 May 2012 to mark Adult Learners’ Week.
Labour and SNP join forces to take Edinburgh forward
Published on Monday 7 May 2012 in Council and government news
Labour Party and Scottish National Party form historic coalition at the City of Edinburgh Council.
Tickets now available for Edinburgh Castle Olympic Flame celebration
Published on Monday 7 May 2012 in Tourism and visitor attractions news
Scotland’s Capital is set to host an unmissable free party on Wednesday 13 June at Edinburgh Castle as part of the Olympic Torch Relay.
Results for Edinburgh Elections 2012
Published on Friday 4 May 2012 in Council and government news
The local election results for the City of Edinburgh Council have now been declared.
What voters need to know for Thursday 3 May
Published on Wednesday 2 May 2012 in Council and government news
With the local council elections tomorrow (Thursday 3 May), the City of Edinburgh Council is reminding voters what they need to know to have their say on polling day:
Drawing in the crowds at the City Art Centre
Published on Monday 30 April 2012 in Community life and leisure news
A major new free exhibition showcasing some of the UK’s most exciting contemporary artists is about to open at Edinburgh's City Art Centre, before embarking on an international tour.
Developer sought for a major regeneration housing project in Edinburgh
Published on Monday 30 April 2012 in Housing news
A contract worth an estimated £80m to build around 800 new homes in the Pennywell/Muirhouse area of Edinburgh has been advertised by the City of Edinburgh Council.
Assembly Rooms back with a vengeance as Fringe tickets go on sale
Published on Friday 27 April 2012 in Community life and leisure news
Tickets go on sale today for a sensational Fringe line-up of theatre, comedy and music at Edinburgh's much loved Assembly Rooms this summer.
Queensferry ambition encourages town to vote yes and boost local business
Published on Wednesday 25 April 2012 in Town centre management news
Businesses in Queensferry will decide on June 22 whether they want to sign up for an initiative which will help boost local businesses and lead to a further half a million pounds of investment.
Lord Provost Banquet raises nearly £30,000 for charity
Published on Tuesday 24 April 2012 in Council and government news
Two cheques for £13,392 were today presented to charities by Lord Provost George Grubb following a Banquet held in Edinburgh late last month.
Lord Provost extends invitation to Aung San Suu Kyi to visit Edinburgh
Published on Tuesday 24 April 2012 in Council and government news
Edinburgh's Lord Provost has written to the Burmese opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi to invite her to visit Scotland's Capital city as part of her stay in Britain this June.
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