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Friday, Nov 1

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Council Leader latest statement on firework related disorder

Council Leader Cammy Day has responded to the reports of violence and disorder which took place across the Capital yesterday evening (Thursday October 31).

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Edinburgh celebrates the commitment of Living Wage employers

Employers in Edinburgh continue to lead efforts in Scotland to make sure people in work can earn a decent wage that is enough to live on.

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City Art Centre presents POP LIFE

Exhibition: Saturday 2 November 2024 – Sunday 9 March 2025.

Thursday, Oct 31

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Council Leader responds to reports of disorder taking place across Edinburgh

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The City of Edinburgh Council's Leader Cammy Day has responded to the reports of violence and disorder which took place across the Capital tonight (Thursday 31 October).

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Council Leader calls for tougher measures against nuisance fireworks and disorder

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Council Leader Cammy Day has today repeated his calls for a complete ban on the public sale of fireworks and tougher sentences for those misusing them and causing public disorder.

Monday, Oct 28

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First tenants move into pioneering affordable homes in Edinburgh

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Tenants have moved into the first ‘net zero ready’ affordable homes to be delivered in Granton Waterfront.

Friday, Oct 25

12

Mel Young MBE receives the Edinburgh Award 2024

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The Homeless World Cup co-founder and social entrepreneur, Mel Young MBE, was officially presented with the coveted Edinburgh Award by the Lord Provost, Robert Aldridge.

Thursday, Oct 24

15

Thousands of workers to benefit from boost to the Living Wage

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The Living Wage Foundation has revealed that the Real Living Wage will increase to £12.60 next year.

Leader responds to Accounts Commission Best Value report

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The Accounts Commission has today (Thursday 24 October) published the findings of the Controller of Audit’s Best Value Assurance Report on the City of Edinburgh Council.

Wednesday, Oct 23

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City Plan 2030 nearing adoption

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Our bold plan for sustainable development in the Capital has passed another milestone after the Planning Committee agreed it today (Wednesday, 23 October).

Tuesday, Oct 22

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Edinburgh’s ‘Smart City’ strategy to boost digital inclusion and sustainability

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A new digital strategy will push forward Edinburgh's ambitions for becoming a sustainable and inclusive Smart City.

Friday, Oct 18

15

Council tenants urged to share views on how their rent should be spent

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The City of Edinburgh Council is asking tenants to give their feedback on how it invests in Council homes, neighbourhoods, and services.

Monday, Oct 14

18

Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election candidates announced

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The candidates standing in the forthcoming Colinton/Fairmilehead Council by-election have been confirmed.

Saturday, Oct 12

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Council Leader shares condolences for former First Minister Alex Salmond

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Reacting to the news today (Saturday 12 October) that Alex Salmond, former First Minister of Scotland, has passed away, Council Leader Cammy Day said:

Friday, Oct 11

17

Annual poverty findings point to a fresh start

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Efforts to tackle poverty in Edinburgh have put almost £24 million into the pockets of residents who need it most, according to a report published today (Friday 11 October).

Monday, Oct 7

16

Capital marks Challenge Poverty Week

The City of Edinburgh Council and partners from across the city are preparing to mark Challenge Poverty Week.

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Nominations open for new Wall of Honourees at Meadowbank

The search has begun for additional names to be added to the Wall of Honour at the Meadowbank Sports Centre as nominations open today (Monday 7 October).

Thursday, Oct 3

12

Edinburgh housing stock improvement pilot benefits mixed tenure properties

Councillors have this week noted a report which sets out the result of the mixed tenure improvement service pilot following the completion of works in Wester Hailes.

Wednesday, Oct 2

15

Please bin your gum!

In partnership with environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy, who has awarded a grant of £25K to the Council, a Chewing Gum Task force is cleaning up gum and reducing gum littering on the Capital.

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Help us shape how the visitor levy will support your city

Council Leader Cammy Day encourages everyone to take part in our Visitor Levy public consultation.

Tuesday, Oct 1

17

Firework Control Zones

Following a decision at the special meeting of the Culture and Communities Committee on Friday 23 August 2024, elected members approved to implement Firework Control Zones (FCZ) in Edinburgh.

Thursday, Sep 26

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Edinburgh to provide boost in funding to combat poverty and inequality

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Councillors have today agreed to invest £100,000 towards the Regenerative Futures Fund (RFF), a new multi-million-pound initiative to make Edinburgh a fairer place to live.

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Notice of the Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election published

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Nominations open tomorrow (Friday 27 September) for candidates to stand in the forthcoming Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election.

Wednesday, Sep 25

18

Further success for Edinburgh pupils

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Edinburgh's pupils continue to be amongst the best performing in Scotland.

Tuesday, Sep 24

Council invests £500,000 to protect Edinburgh’s coastline

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Work to restore the iconic timber groynes on Portobello beach has been completed by the City of Edinburgh Council.

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Edinburgh to host International Fair Trade Towns Conference in 2025

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A prestigious international convention on Fair Trade and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will be hosted in the capital in August next year.

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Help shape Edinburgh’s final visitor levy scheme

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Capital residents, businesses and visitors are being invited to have their say on the final plans to raise over £100 million by 2030 from tourism to support the city of Edinburgh.

Monday, Sep 23

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City Chambers turns pink for Organ and Tissue Donation Week

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The Capital is gearing up to highlight the importance of Organ and Tissue Donation Week 2024 which runs from September 23-29 September.

Wednesday, Sep 18

11

Bumper awareness month is timely reminder of what counts

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Council Leader, Cammy Day writes in today's Edinburgh Evening News.

Tuesday, Sep 17

18

Colinton/Fairmilehead by-election to be held in November

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A by-election will be held in the Colinton/Fairmilehead ward following the resignation of Councillor and former Transport and Environment Convener Scott Arthur.