Celebrating 900 years of being a city
Join us as we celebrate Edinburgh's 900th anniversary through a rich programme of events, talks, tours and tales.
Read more about Celebrating 900 years of being a cityHave your say on new school proposals in north and south Edinburgh
We want to hear your views on proposals to build two new non-denominational primary schools and nurseries in Gilmerton and Granton Waterfront.
Read more about Have your say on new school proposals in north and south EdinburghOne step closer to a visitor levy
The levy is expected to generate tens of millions of pounds a year to reinvest in the city’s infrastructure and sustainable tourism from summer 2026.
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Visitor Levy legislation confirmed to come into force
The commencement date of the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act has been confirmed as Friday 20 September 2024.
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Work set to begin at Lawnmarket and Upper Bow
We’re improving the roads, pavements and drainage at Lawnmarket – between Castlehill and George IV Bridge – and Upper Bow. Work is due to start on 23 September 2024 and end in July 2025.
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Crewe Road homes get climate ready as Council continues to improve social housing
Hundreds of homes in Edinburgh are undergoing major energy upgrades – helping to tackle fuel poverty and carbon emissions in some of the city’s most deprived areas.