Green light given to restore Tollcross Clock
Funding to restore one of the city's most cherished landmarks - the historic Tollcross Clock – was approved today, with works set to begin as early as May.
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Low Emission Zone compliance rates rise as countdown to enforcement continues
New data shows that compliance with Edinburgh’s Low Emission Zone (LEZ) emissions standards increased by more than 60% over the last six years. Over three quarters of all vehicles are now compliant.
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“Wee Forest” heading to Granton Crescent - Call for volunteers to join tree planting
Residents are being encouraged to sign up for a community tree-planting session next week to help create a new woodland in the north of the city.
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Edinburgh wins at the Scottish Property Awards
This week, Edinburgh's work to bring forward a Hyatt hotel with the EICC won 'deal of the year' at the Scottish Property Awards.
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Council budget plans approved
Councillors have passed a budget focussed on ‘getting the basics right’ and making Edinburgh a ‘cleaner and greener city’.
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Edinburgh stands shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine
One year on, Council Leader Cammy Day reflects on the city's solidarity with Ukraine.
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New stories of an old city retold in poetry competition
A three year collections project, Auld Reekie Retold, comes to a close this weekend (Sunday 19 February) at the City Art Centre.
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Funding to help more Council tenants with energy costs
The City of Edinburgh Council is extending funding to its Energy Advice Service for Council tenants, helping even more households to cut down on costs and carbon emissions.
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Over 50 trees planted in Princes Street Gardens
Over 50 trees have been planted in Princes Street Gardens following donations from FLY Festival and the Edinburgh Million Tree City Project.
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Trees planted in NHS Lothian and the University of Edinburgh honour
Earlier today at the green space near the Royal Hospital for Children and Young People, Little France, two Rowan Trees have been planted in honour of NHS Lothian and the University of Edinburgh.
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Life-saving valentines for sheltered homes in Edinburgh
Four sheltered homes in Edinburgh have been gifted with public access defibrillators in time for Valentine’s Day thanks to the city’s community benefit scheme.