Lauriston Castle launches 2026 centenary programme
To celebrate 100 years since the Castle was gifted to the nation by the Reids, this year’s programme has a strong 1920s theme.
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Leith Chooses 2026 sees ten new community projects get the go-ahead
Community projects have been given the green light after another successful public vote at the annual Leith Chooses event.
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Contractor firm fined £183,000 after fatal fall through warehouse roof in Edinburgh
- Company failed to identify fragile sections on roofs - No safety measures were put in place to prevent a fall - Worker fell through fragile roof and died as a result of injuries
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Council awards £60,000 to support local sports events across Edinburgh
Councillors at last week's Culture and Communities Committee agreed funding to support organisations to run competitive sports events that promote physical activity and participation.
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Agreeing Visitor Levy spend is just the beginning
Writing in the Edinburgh Evening News (16 February), Council Leader Jane Meagher sets out the many benefits the visitor levy will bring to Edinburgh, its residents and visitors.
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Council agrees first round of Edinburgh Visitor Levy spend
Councillors have today (12 February) agreed the first full set of spending programmes for funding raised by the Edinburgh Visitor Levy, which comes into effect on 24 July 2026.
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Council steps up action to bring empty homes back into use
The City of Edinburgh Council has made strong progress over the past year in bringing empty homes back into use, as councillors approved a new five-year Empty Homes Strategy.
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Central Library unveils new programme of Music on the Mezzanine concerts
Central Library has announced a new season of Music on the Mezzanine, offering free live performances every fortnight and showcasing a mix of returning favourites and exciting new acts.
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Delivering The Promise in Edinburgh is a key priority
Writing in the Edinburgh Evening News (9 February), Education, Children and Families Convenor, Cllr James Dalgleish reflects on The Promise.
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Healthy results for City Region Deal at halfway point
Almost 30,000 jobs have been created or supported since 2018 thanks to the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region Deal.