Council Leader calls for action to tackle poverty
Speaking at the End Poverty Edinburgh Annual Conference, Council Leader joined campaigners to call for action to challenge the injustice of poverty in Scotland’s capital.
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Volunteering fundamental to the continuing success of our fantastic city
The Lord Provost writes about his role as the City’s Volunteer Ambassador in the Edinburgh Evening News.
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Knife Angel leaves Edinburgh after month-long programme to tackle knife crime
Throughout September, communities across Edinburgh have taken part in activities designed to help people understand the risks associated with carrying knives and explore how to prevent violence.
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City Chambers lights up for Organ and Tissue Donation Week
Chambers light up for awareness of the importance of making your wishes on organ donation known
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Edinburgh has retained its Fairtrade City status for a 22nd successive year
Edinburgh’s long-standing status as a Fairtrade City has been officially reaffirmed following a presentation of a certificate from the Fairtrade Foundation.
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Capital ship crew heads to Edinburgh for Freedom Parade
With “drums beating, colours flying and bayonets fixed”, sailors from HMS Queen Elizabeth exercised the freedom of the City of Edinburgh, when they paraded up the iconic Royal Mile.
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Seven new culture, heritage and infrastructure projects to benefit from Visitor Levy investment
Councillors have agreed to proceed with seven additional Visitor Levy-funded projects to protect and enhance heritage and cultural spaces across the city.
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Council commits millions to support Edinburgh’s festivals and cultural sector
Councillors today (17 September 2026) voted in favour of measures to support cultural partners across the city – including the opportunity to apply for funding from a pot of over £2.6 million.
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On right track to ease pressure on housing in Capital
Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Convener, Cllr Tim Pogson writes about Scottish Housing Day in today's Edinburgh Evening News.
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How the Visitor Levy is helping our festivals to flourish
Writing in today's Scotsman, Council Leader Jane Meagher discusses support for Edinburgh’s Festivals ahead of their 80th anniversary.