Bus lane hours extended in local trial
A new trial to assess whether bus journey times and reliability can be improved by extending bus lane hours launches on Monday, 12 October.
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More than 58,000 fake football strips seized during FIFA World Cup 2026 in record breaking operation
The City of Edinburgh Council’s Trading Standards Team has seized an estimated 58,000 counterfeit football jerseys and kits intended for distribution during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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New exhibition shines a light on young voices in kinship care
Opening on 10 July and running until 4 October, the exhibition titled ‘In our Nature: the world through the eyes of young people in kinship care’ showcases the work of five young creatives.
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Two weeks to go: preparations ongoing ahead of Edinburgh Visitor Levy launch
As Edinburgh prepares for the introduction of the Visitor Levy on Friday 24 July, the Council is providing ongoing support to businesses in the visitor economy.
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Temporary Blackhall Library opens at Davidson’s Mains Primary School
Blackhall Library has reopened in a new temporary facility next to Davidson’s Mains Primary School.
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Summertime Streets changes return
With the summer festivals season just around the corner, we’re making temporary changes to the way some of our city centre streets operate between Sunday 19 July and Monday 7 September 2026.
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Launch of Edinburgh Division City Centre Policing Unit
A new City Centre Policing Unit, supported by funding from the Visitor Levy, has officially launched in Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh residents asked to share views on Community Payback Orders
A consultation is now open inviting Edinburgh residents to share their views on Community Payback Orders and the unpaid work carried out in their area.
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Girls Cycling Programme at Portobello High School gets the green light
Portobello High School has launched its new Girls Cycling Programme, bringing together more than 70 young women from across the school community.
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Council call for help to develop and protect future communities
A consultation on how the Council should shape our communities, and the wider city, to meet the needs of local people and a growing population, is open from today until 30 September.
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All Edinburgh must oppose the poisonous rhetoric that's driving racist violence
Writing in The Scotsman Council Leader Jane Meagher stresses the positive contribution made by immigration to the city and urges every citizen to ensure it remains an inclusive and welcoming place.