Edinburgh returns new MSPs in Scottish Parliament Election 2026
The results for Edinburgh’s six city constituencies, along with the seven seats for the Edinburgh and Lothians East region have been announced at the Royal Highland Centre today (Friday 8 May).
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New community hub to complete multi-million pound North Edinburgh Regeneration
Detailed plans have been submitted today for a new multi-use community hub at MacMillan Square, as part of the wider regeneration of North Edinburgh.
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More libraries to reopen from Monday 7 June
The majority of Edinburgh’s libraries will be open next month from 7 June as part of a phased plan for reopening essential services in the city.
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Millions more for roads, net zero work and social care in Edinburgh
Elected members on the City of Edinburgh Council have today agreed options for investing around £21m in one-off additional funding.
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Hospitality sector granted extended opening hours during summer festivals
The majority of pubs and restaurants in the Capital will once again be able to take advantage of extended opening hours during the festival season this summer.
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Ambitious Council affordable housebuilding programme continues with 49 new Wester Hailes homes
The City of Edinburgh Council’s affordable housebuilding programme continues apace with construction starting this week (Tuesday 25 May) in Wester Hailes.
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City Art Centre presents first major exhibition of artist Donald Smith with Islander
This summer the City Art Centre and Ann Lanntair, Stornoway present, Eileanach: Na dealbhan aig Dòmhnall Mac a’ Ghobhainn / Islander: The Paintings of Donald Smith. Running from 29 May to 26 September
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Council Leader's Report - May 2021
Latest news from Council Leader Adam McVey:
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New lease of life for historic Tron Kirk
Councillors have given the green light to the Scottish Historic Buildings Trust (SHBT) to take forward the restoration of the much-loved Tron Kirk on the Royal Mile.
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More places to spend a penny in Edinburgh
Public toilets at six popular hotspots in and around Edinburgh are set to reopen in the coming days for the first time since the pandemic began.
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Granton skyline lit up in partnership with Edinburgh College
The sky above Edinburgh has been illuminated by the Granton gasholder with creative light shows designed by students from Edinburgh College working in partnership with the City of Edinburgh Council.