Transport and streets news
Bus lane enforcement review findings announced
Published on Thursday 24 May 2012
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.
Cup Final victory parade routes announced
Friday 11 May 2012
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.
Drive in bus lanes and face a £60 fine
Monday 23 April 2012
DRIVERS in Edinburgh who are caught using bus lanes will risk being fined up to £60 from today (23 April).
Cycling safety campaign urges respect for the rules of the road
Tuesday 3 April 2012
A new road safety campaign, "Drive Safe, Cycle Safe", has been launched today (3 April) aiming to reduce the number of road traffic incidents involving cyclists on Edinburgh’s roads.
Work begins on new Quality Bike Corridor
Thursday 29 March 2012
This week sees the start of work on the Council’s Quality Bike Corridor scheme, which runs between the Mound and the University of Edinburgh’s King’s Buildings campus.
New 20mph limit comes into force in South Central Edinburgh
Friday 23 March 2012
Pupils from Sciennes and Gillespie’s primary schools tested out a new 20mph Limit Pilot in South Central Edinburgh today (23 March 2012) with a route walk between their two schools.
New programme of works for West Maitland Street
Thursday 22 March 2012
The next phase of city centre tram works is due to commence this weekend.
Leasing scheme to help get new cyclists on their bikes
Friday 9 March 2012
A project to help city residents get in the saddle could receive the green light next week as part of a bid to increase cycling in the capital.
Latest tram works due to start as Mound reopens
Thursday 1 March 2012
The next phase of tram works is due to get underway in the city centre this weekend.
Action plan launched for Edinburgh World Heritage Site
Monday 27 February 2012
An action plan to promote and protect the iconic status of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh’s World Heritage Site will be launched this week.
Action plan announced to boost West End during tram works
Friday 17 February 2012
Regular parking promotions and a series of special events were just some of the business-boosting initiatives discussed at a meeting with West End Traders last night.
City to wheel out cycle storage projects
Wednesday 15 February 2012
New on-street bike storage is set to be trialled in up to six Edinburgh streets to see if it helps encourage more people to take to two wheels.
Council outlines upcoming city centre works
Monday 13 February 2012
The next phase of tram works has been announced today.
Five stars for city fleet operators at ECOSTARS event
Thursday 26 January 2012
Major fleet operators in the capital were honoured for their green-friendly credentials at a special ceremony in Edinburgh today (26 January).
Mound set to reopen early as Council recommends further support for city centre businesses
Thursday 26 January 2012
The Mound is to re-open to taxis, buses, cycles and emergency vehicles on 3 March - four months ahead of schedule.
Drivers play part in keeping Edinburgh moving
Wednesday 11 January 2012
The city's transport leader today thanked motorists and other road users for their cooperation during the latest phase of tram works in the city centre, with a reminder of further diversions to follow
Major works due to commence for Edinburgh Trams project
Thursday 5 January 2012
The latest programme of work to progress the Edinburgh Trams project in 2012 is due to get underway in the city centre.
Changes to pay and display payment options
Wednesday 28 December 2011
From 1st January 2012, changes to the width of 5p and 10p coins will affect payment options for all Pay and Display parking ticket machines throughout the city.
Road plans for Edinburgh's three day Hogmanay festival
Wednesday 21 December 2011
Edinburgh’s spectacular Hogmanay programme will begin on Friday 30 December with three days and nights of outstanding events throughout the city.
Depot handover marks major milestone for Edinburgh Trams
Thursday 15 December 2011
A major milestone in the Edinburgh Trams project has been reached today with an event to mark the official handover of the Gogar depot to the Council.
Edinburgh and Glasgow welcome fresh call from Scottish Government to bring high speed rail to Scotland
Wednesday 14 December 2011
The refreshed business case for High Speed Rail published today by the Scottish Government has been welcomed by the Leaders of the City of Edinburgh and Glasgow Council.
First track run for Edinburgh Trams
Monday 12 December 2011
Trial runs of the first of Edinburgh’s new trams started today on the test track at the network’s Gogar depot.
Key dates announced for Edinburgh Tram programme
Tuesday 6 December 2011
The Council today outlined details of its overall client target programme which identifies the last remaining major milestones for the city’s tram project
Major works announced for Edinburgh Trams project for 2012
Monday 28 November 2011
The latest programme of work to progress the Haymarket to St Andrew Square section of the Edinburgh Tram route has been announced today (28 November 2011).
Council to deliver on Leith Walk works commitment
Wednesday 26 October 2011
Following the decision by councillors to build the first phase of the tram project as far as York Place, plans are now being devised to carry out a series of improvements in the Leith Walk area.
Be Prepared For Winter campaign launches in Edinburgh
Monday 24 October 2011
The City of Edinburgh Council today launched Be Prepared for Winter, our Winter Weather public communications campaign, which is designed to help residents gear up for whatever winter brings.
Flood prevention project cleans up with award success
Thursday 20 October 2011
The Braid Burn Flood Prevention Scheme has won a prestigious industry accolade.
First tram arrives at depot
Monday 17 October 2011
Edinburgh's Gogar Depot took delivery of its first tram earlier today.
Cafe culture a Shore thing if environmental improvements get the green light
Thursday 22 September 2011
Residents and visitors to Leith's Shore can look forward to an enhanced cafe culture scene thanks to improvements set to be made to the South section of this popular thoroughfare.
Green light for tram works as new agreement resolves dispute
Thursday 15 September 2011
Work is to begin again on completing Edinburgh’s tram line.
Princes Street traffic diversions from Saturday 17 September
Friday 9 September 2011
The diversions previously planned for the start of September are due to take place over the weekend of 17 and 18 September.
Council decisions restore first phase of tram line to St Andrew Square
Friday 2 September 2011
At a special meeting of the City of Edinburgh Council today, Councillors decided to build the city’s tram line to St Andrew Square in the first instance.
Journey planning information in north and west for Kilomathon event - Sunday 17 April
Saturday 16 April 2011
There will be roads and parking restrictions in Kirkliston, South Queensferry, Dalmeny and surrounding areas.
Local pupils' promote safer route to school
Wednesday 30 March 2011
Pupils from Tollcross Primary School have been helping to launch brand new road improvements to the junction at Fountainbridge and Gardener’s Crescent.
Next steps to keep Edinburgh moving if severe weather returns
Saturday 15 January 2011
A review of the Council's approach to severe weather is proposed in a report published this week
Papers on permanent traffic changes go public
Tuesday 7 September 2010
In order for trams to run through Edinburgh 's streets unimpeded, a number of changes to traffic management are required.
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