www.edinburgh.gov.uk /news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:41:37 +0000 Sun, 30 Aug 2026 20:41:37 +0000 Council Leader welcomes reopening of Princes Street /news/article/14476/council-leader-welcomes-reopening-of-princes-street Âé¶¹Ó³»­ Leader Jane Meagher has welcomed the reopening of Princes Street today (Saturday, 29 August) and thanked all those involved in making it possible. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 09:35:00 +0100 £857,000 investment creates sport and physical activity opportunities for Edinburgh’s young people /news/article/14475/-857-000-investment-creates-sport-and-physical-activity-opportunities-for-edinburgh-s-young-people Children and young people aged three to 26 will be able to take part in a range of free and low-cost activities thanks to funding from the Summer of Sport initiative in partnership with sportscotland. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:36:00 +0100 Princes Street to reopen on Saturday /news/article/14474/princes-street-to-reopen-on-saturday Princes Street is set to fully reopen on Saturday (29 August), following a major fire at the former Debenham’s building last month. Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:59:00 +0100 Positive progress to tackle housing emergency /news/article/14473/positive-progress-to-tackle-housing-emergency Positive progress is being made on tackling Edinburgh’s housing emergency, according to updates considered by the Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Committee on Tuesday 25 August 2026. Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:51:00 +0100 Leader's report - August 2026 /news/article/14472/leader-s-report-august-2026 Latest news from the Council Leader Jane Meagher. Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:59:00 +0100 Council outlines action to manage heatwaves and respond to climate change /news/article/14471/council-outlines-action-to-manage-heatwaves-and-respond-to-climate-change An update on the Council’s response to climate change and extreme weather was presented to councillors this week. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:39:00 +0100 Planning for Edinburgh’s future development /news/article/14470/planning-for-edinburgh-s-future-development Cllr Joan Griffiths Planning Convener appeals to those living and working in the Capital to help shape the city's future development. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0100 Travelling Gallery announces 2026 Autumn programme /news/article/14469/travelling-gallery-announces-2026-autumn-programme User Interface: Coded Craft is a fascinating exhibition which brings together artists and makers who combine traditional handcraft with digital technology. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:49:00 +0100 Near fire caused by lithium-ion batteries disposed of in general waste /news/article/14468/near-fire-caused-by-lithium-ion-batteries-disposed-of-in-general-waste The quick actions of Waste and Cleansing Operatives at the City of Âé¶¹Ó³»­ avoided a fire taking hold in a waste lorry at the end of last month. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:17:00 +0100 New Liberton High School opens doors to pupils /news/article/14466/new-liberton-high-school-opens-doors-to-pupils Cutting-edge building replaces existing Liberton High School as part of new community, lifelong learning and sports campus Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:30:00 +0100 Princes Street summit outlines progress and next steps /news/article/14467/princes-street-summit-outlines-progress-and-next-steps The Council Leader has met with business representatives, heritage organisations, community groups and Councillors to provide an update on efforts to reopen Princes Street. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:56:00 +0100 Students watch solar eclipse thanks to donation of glasses /news/article/14465/students-watch-solar-eclipse-thanks-to-donation-of-glasses First year students at Portobello High had an extra surprise waiting for their very first day at high school – solar eclipse glasses. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:10:00 +0100 3 x 2 = double trouble at Sciennes Primary /news/article/14464/3-x-2-double-trouble-at-sciennes-primary Teachers at Sciennes Primary School would be forgiven for seeing double as it welcomes three sets of twins to primary one.  Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:39:00 +0100 Edinburgh community groups invited to join the 2026 People’s Procession /news/article/14463/edinburgh-community-groups-invited-to-join-the-2026-people-s-procession Community groups and organisations from across the city are being invited to register by Saturday 15 August to take part in the 2026 Edinburgh People’s Procession. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:44:00 +0100 Culture Convener: Enjoy Edinburgh's global outlook and warm welcome /news/article/14462/culture-convener-enjoy-edinburgh-s-global-outlook-and-warm-welcome Culture and Communities Convener Councillor Margaret Graham looks forward to an 'unforgettable' festival season. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:37:00 +0100 Scotland’s supreme traditional fiddler Aly Bain gets set for Edinburgh Award /news/article/14461/scotland-s-supreme-traditional-fiddler-aly-bain-gets-set-for-edinburgh-award Aly Bain has been getting ready to receive the prestigious Edinburgh Award. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:29:00 +0100 Council Leader welcomes announcement of Scottish Government support for Princes Street response /news/article/14460/council-leader-welcomes-announcement-of-scottish-government-support-for-princes-street-response The Scottish Government has announced a fund of up to £5m to support the city’s ongoing response and recovery to the Princes Street fire, following talks with the Council Leader this morning. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:24:00 +0100 Edinburgh celebrates 180 years of Scott Monument /news/article/14459/edinburgh-celebrates-180-years-of-scott-monument One of Edinburgh’s most recognisable landmarks is celebrating a major milestone this summer, with visitors invited to join in the celebrations. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0100 Writers’ Museum celebrates the stories, memories, and journeys of Edinburgh women /news/article/14458/writers-museum-celebrates-the-stories-memories-and-journeys-of-edinburgh-women Colours of the Past: A Creative Writing Exhibition showcases the personal stories of women from Edinburgh’s Black and Asian communities at the Writers’ Museum until Sunday 29 November.  Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:10:00 +0100 Edinburgh learners receive exam results with improvement in almost all key measures /news/article/14457/edinburgh-learners-receive-exam-results-with-improvement-in-almost-all-key-measures Levels of attainment for learners across the city have improved from last year across almost all key measures. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:14:00 +0100