www.edinburgh.gov.uk /news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:04:09 +0000 Sat, 13 Sep 2025 00:04:09 +0000 Unmasked: Exploring Scottish Portraiture at the City Art Centre /news/article/14283/unmasked-exploring-scottish-portraiture-at-the-city-art-centre This autumn, Edinburgh’s City Art Centre opens a new exhibition celebrating Scottish portraiture. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 13:10:00 +0100 Over 2,000 P6 pupils take part in Scotland’s largest outdoor learning event at Holyrood Park /news/article/14282/over-2-000-p6-pupils-take-part-in-scotland-s-largest-outdoor-learning-event-at-holyrood-park Learners from primary and special schools across Edinburgh have taken part in the Outdoor Learning Challenge, Scotland’s largest outdoor learning event. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:32:00 +0100 New Maybury Primary School officially opened at a special ceremony /news/article/14281/new-maybury-primary-school-officially-opened-at-a-special-ceremony The new school was officially opened at a special ceremony by Education, Children and Families Convenor, Cllr James Dalgleish. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:31:00 +0100 Travelling Gallery's 2025 tour to conclude with In Another Realm /news/article/14280/travelling-gallery-s-2025-tour-to-conclude-with-in-another-realm Issued on behalf of the Travelling Gallery Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:09:00 +0100 Journey of our great city continues with Riding of the Marches /news/article/14279/journey-of-our-great-city-continues-with-riding-of-the-marches City of Edinburgh Lord Provost Robert Aldridge reflects on Edinburgh 900 and counts down to Riding of the Marches in today's Edinburgh Evening News. Wed, 03 Sep 2025 14:13:00 +0100 Scotland’s coastal capital declares urgent need for ocean recovery /news/article/14278/scotland-s-coastal-capital-declares-urgent-need-for-ocean-recovery In recognition of its coasts, canals, lochs and estuaries, Edinburgh has become the first Council in Scotland to adopt a ‘Motion for the Ocean’. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:42:00 +0100 Community groups welcome emergency Council support for the third sector /news/article/14277/community-groups-welcome-emergency-council-support-for-the-third-sector Local organisations have welcomed moves to provide greater support to the third sector in Edinburgh. Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:51:00 +0100 An evening of music inspired by the work of John Bellany /news/article/14276/an-evening-of-music-inspired-by-the-work-of-john-bellany Musical performance by Steph Legg and ensemble at St Giles’ Cathedral Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:24:00 +0100 Edinburgh joins Eurocities call to action for sustainable and inclusive future /news/article/14275/edinburgh-joins-eurocities-call-to-action-for-sustainable-and-inclusive-future The Council will join over 40 European cities in signing the Eurocities Call to Action on Sustainable Culture, reaffirming commitment to environmentally responsible and inclusive cultural development. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 15:50:00 +0100 New disc golf course approved for Hailes Quarry Park /news/article/14274/new-disc-golf-course-approved-for-hailes-quarry-park A new free golf attraction has been approved for installation at Hailes Quarry Park. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 15:40:00 +0100 Council seeks views on tram expansion plans /news/article/14273/council-seeks-views-on-tram-expansion-plans A major public consultation on the future development of Edinburgh’s tram network begins today (25 August) and runs for 12 weeks. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 14:41:00 +0100 Trial cycle hire scheme for Edinburgh launched /news/article/14272/trial-cycle-hire-scheme-for-edinburgh-launched Edinburgh’s new trial cycle hire scheme, delivered by Voi, has been launched today (August 22). Fri, 22 Aug 2025 14:10:00 +0100 New Fireworks Control Zones to be introduced in Edinburgh /news/article/14271/new-fireworks-control-zones-to-be-introduced-in-edinburgh Nine Fireworks Control Zones (FCZ) will be introduced in Edinburgh this year to minimise the negative impacts of fireworks around Bonfire Night. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 15:43:00 +0100 Edinburgh to mark UNESCO International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition /news/article/14270/edinburgh-to-mark-unesco-international-day-for-the-remembrance-of-the-slave-trade-and-its-abolition This weekend, Edinburgh will join cities around the world in marking the UNESCO International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:24:00 +0100 Leader's Report /news/article/14269/leader-s-report Latest news from the Council Leader Jane Meagher. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 11:03:00 +0100 Edinburgh’s mixed tenure service is transforming lives /news/article/14268/edinburgh-s-mixed-tenure-service-is-transforming-lives Councillor Lezley Marion Cameron writes about the improvements we're making to blocks in Edinburgh. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:55:00 +0100 Council supports youth football in north Edinburgh /news/article/14267/council-supports-youth-football-in-north-edinburgh Craigyroyston Community Youth Football Club has been gifted a brand-new pavilion by the City of Edinburgh Council. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 17:17:00 +0100 Thousands granted to food growing initiatives around the Capital /news/article/14266/thousands-granted-to-food-growing-initiatives-around-the-capital More than £50k in funding has been awarded to food growing projects across Edinburgh. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:55:00 +0100 Back to School – a warm welcome to the start of the new school year /news/article/14265/back-to-school-a-warm-welcome-to-the-start-of-the-new-school-year Schools and early years settings across Edinburgh have welcomed back children and young people, parents and carers, teachers and school staff after the summer holidays. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 16:18:00 +0100 New Currie Community High School handed over to the City of Edinburgh Council /news/article/14264/new-currie-community-high-school-handed-over-to-the-city-of-edinburgh-council New school year marks a fresh start as brand-new school opens its doors to learners. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 14:08:00 +0100