Consultation opens on mobiles phones in schools with pupils, families and school staff encouraged to share their views
A report discussed at Education, Children and Families Committee yesterday (20 January) provided an update on mobile phones in schools.
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Meet the Council drop-in event for business support
Businesses in Edinburgh are being invited to meet with 30 Council services and business-facing partners face-to-face.
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New solar-powered lighting improves safety and sustainability in Edinburgh鈥檚 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鈥檚 climate goals.
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拢21million contract recommended for approval for retrofit and upgrades at Craigmillar and Peffermill Court
The project forms part of the Council鈥檚 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鈥檚 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. 聽
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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 拢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鈥檚 Instrumental Music Service to inspire young brass musicians.
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Photography competition to kick off 30th birthday celebrations for Capital鈥檚 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鈥檚 membership to Historic Scotland.
