Lord Provost: Good Luck, Scotland!
Edinburgh's Lord Provost wishes the Scotland national men's football team the best of luck as they prepare for their first match of World Cup 2026.
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New solar-powered lighting improves safety and sustainability in Edinburgh’s parks
New solar hybrid lighting has been installed by Signify across several Edinburgh parks, making pathways safer and more welcoming for residents and visitors while supporting the city’s climate goals.
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£21million contract recommended for approval for retrofit and upgrades at Craigmillar and Peffermill Court
The project forms part of the Council’s wider Strategic Investment Plan for high-rise buildings and will bring both blocks up to modern standards.
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Edinburgh proves again why it belongs on the world stage
Writing in the Edinburgh Evening News (9 January), Council Leader Jane Meagher reflects on the success of this year’s Hogmanay celebrations.
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Lord Provost congratulates those named in King's Honours list
Edinburgh's Lord Provost has congratulated all those named in the 2026 King's New Year Honours list, including Edinburgh Award recipient Ann Budge.
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Lord Provosts reflects on a year to remember for the capital
Edinburgh's Lord Provost Robert Aldridge reflects on 2025.
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Council secures grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to progress slavery and colonialism work
The Council, in partnership with the independent Edinburgh Slavery and Colonialism Legacy Review (ESCLR) Implementation Group, has been awarded £239,746 to progress the ESCLR's recommendations.
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Pupils perform at Haymarket station as grand finale to Royal Scottish National Orchestra residency
The performance was the culmination of a three-month residency with RSNO's world-class musicians who worked alongside the school’s Instrumental Music Service to inspire young brass musicians.
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Photography competition to kick off 30th birthday celebrations for Capital’s World Heritage Site
The winner of the competition, which is run by Edinburgh World Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland, and the City of Edinburgh Council, will receive a year’s membership to Historic Scotland.
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Council Leader welcomes UK Government funding for Edinburgh communities
Council Leader Jane Meagher has welcomed up to £20m of UK Government funding for four communities in Edinburgh.
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Walking, wheeling and cycling link opens in north Edinburgh
A new walking, wheeling and cycling route, part of the Council’s £1.3bn regeneration of Granton Waterfront in the north of the Capital, was officially opened today.
