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Enjoying Edinburgh’s green spaces this summer

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Culture and Communities Convener, Councillor Val Walker writes about enjoying Edinburgh’s green spaces this summer.

Tuesday, Jun 25

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Advice for residents on returning postal votes or applying for a new proxy vote

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We’re issuing guidance so everyone is able to cast their vote in the General Election on 4 July.

Monday, Jun 24

Edinburgh shows support for Armed Forces Day

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St Andrew Square welcomed a parade of serving personnel, veterans, and their supporters over the weekend at a special event held to celebrate Armed Forces Day.

Floral clock blooms in honour of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s bicentenary

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The Lord Provost has officially opened this year’s incarnation of the Floral Clock.

Saturday, Jun 22

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Happy Pride

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The annual Pride Edinburgh march takes place today in what is Scotland's longest running celebration of diversity.

Friday, Jun 21

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Leader's report - June 2024

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The latest news from the Council Leader Cammy Day.

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Edinburgh to seek views on its short term lets policy

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A review of Edinburgh’s short term lets (STL) licensing will take place this summer.

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Edinburgh recognised at the Scottish Transport Awards

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Edinburgh received five accolades yesterday evening at the annual Scottish Transport Awards in Glasgow.

Wednesday, Jun 19

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Museums & Galleries Edinburgh joins national anti-racism schemes

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Museums & Galleries Edinburgh will be taking part on two groundbreaking equalities initiatives that are starting this month.

Monday, Jun 17

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New coastal town for the Capital reaches next major milestone

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Following extensive consultation, plans for the first phase of a £1.3bn sustainable new coastal town at Granton Waterfront in Edinburgh are available to view on the Council's Planning Portal.

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Dalry Primary pupils celebrate arrival of safer streets

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A new ‘school zone’ has launched at Dalry Primary School with a day of festivities to celebrate safer streets and improved air quality.

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Final call for applications as key deadlines for the General Election approach

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Residents are being urged to register to vote and make sure any applications for postal or proxy votes are in this week.

Friday, Jun 14

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Paul Lawrence starts as the capital’s Chief Executive

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Paul Lawrence officially takes up the post of Chief Executive of the City of Edinburgh Council on Monday (17 June).

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Further success for Trams to Newhaven as network records its busiest ever weekend

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The Trams to Newhaven project took home the prize in the ‘Future Places’ category at the Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards in London earlier this week (12 June).

Wednesday, Jun 12

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Forth Green Freeport is 'go'

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The Forth Green Freeport (FGF) is officially “open for business” today, 12 June, following approval from the Scottish and UK Governments of its Outline Business Case.

Plans approved for new Edinburgh Park Arena

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Plans for a new 8,500 capacity arena by AEG at Edinburgh Park were approved at the Development Management Sub Committee today.

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Global pop superstar​ Taylor Swift bejewelled our city

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Council Leader Cammy Day writes about the impact of global pop superstar Taylor Swift performing in Edinburgh.

Monday, Jun 10

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Climate change relay comes to Edinburgh

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The baton passed through the Capital yesterday (10 June) in the latest stage of the 2,436km journey from Ben Nevis to Big Ben.

Sunday, Jun 9

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A weekend to remember

Council leader pays tribute to fans, staff, partners and residents for success of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour in Edinburgh.

Friday, Jun 7

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Candidates for Edinburgh’s five UK Parliamentary constituencies confirmed

The full list of candidates standing in Edinburgh’s five constituencies for the UK Parliament General Election on 4 July has been finalised.

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‘Sparks Fly’ as Edinburgh welcomes Taylor Swift with civic gift

Taylor Swift is set to receive a civic gift on behalf of the Capital as she takes to the stage at Scottish Gas Murrayfield this weekend.

Friday, May 31

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Historic ceremony heralds dissolution of UK Parliament as Edinburgh prepares for polling day

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Residents are being urged to make sure they have arrangements in place to vote, as a ceremony to mark the dissolution of the UK Parliament was held on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile today (31 May).

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Low Emission Zone enforcement begins in Edinburgh

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A scheme that restricts the most polluting vehicles entering the city centre of the Capital will be enforced from tomorrow (1 June).

Thursday, May 30

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Prohibition notices served on businesses

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The Council's Environmental Health team has issued eight Prohibition Notices to businesses and practitioners over three locations planning to perform the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedure.

Wednesday, May 29

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LEZ is driving forward our climate ambitions for the Capital

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Transport and Environment Convener Scott Arthur writes in today's Evening News about the LEZ and what it means for Edinburgh.

Tuesday, May 28

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‘Momentous day’ for Edinburgh’s visitor levy campaign

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Council Leader Cammy Day has welcomed the Scottish Parliament’s decision to pass the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Bill today (Tuesday 28 May).

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Edinburgh set to be ‘enchanted’ by Taylor Swift

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With just over a week to go until global pop superstar Taylor Swift arrives in Edinburgh, we’ve released advice for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Tuesday, May 21

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The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh attend ‘Showcasing Edinburgh 900’ event

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TRH The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh visit the City Chambers and learn about Edinburgh 900.

Friday, May 17

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Plans for new supported bus services in west Edinburgh

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Proposals for five new supported bus services in the west of Edinburgh are set to be discussed at the Transport and Environment Committee next week (Thursday 23 May).

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Changes proposed to ease congestion around Picardy Place

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Plans to re-introduce the left turn from Leith Walk onto London Road in Edinburgh will be considered by the Transport and Environment Committee next week (Thursday 23 May).