Royston Wardieburn Community Centre
Saturday 28 January 5 – 9pm
Month: January 2017
Plea to save ideals of Green Investment Bank
Two Green MSPs are lobbying the Scotland Office to intervene in the potential sale of the Green Investment Bank. Alison Johnstone and Andy Wightman are urging the UK government’s office in Scotland to ensure that the bank maintains its commitment to environmental causes and that it safeguards the 55 jobs it has in Edinburgh, the city the MSPs represent at Holyrood. Continue reading Plea to save ideals of Green Investment Bank
Inverleith Neighbourhood Partnership to meet on 30 January
The next meeting of Inverleith Neighbourhood Partnership will take place on Monday 30 January at 6.30pm in Stockbridge Church, Saxe Coburg Street. Continue reading Inverleith Neighbourhood Partnership to meet on 30 January
Learning from history: Scottish pupils to visit Arras
Battle of Arras and Dr Elsie Inglis confirmed as Scottish commemorations for 2017
Scotland will mark the Battle of Arras and the centenary of the death of Dr Elsie Inglis as part of this year’s World War One commemorations, Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop has announced. Continue reading Learning from history: Scottish pupils to visit Arras
Putting the brakes on air pollution
Councillors on the city council’s Transport and Environment Committee will hear next week that air quality in Edinburgh is improving. However the latest figures produced by Friends of the Earth Scotland show that there are now more pollution zones across Scotland than there were twelve months ago – and that much more needs to be done to address a problem they say is becoming a ‘public health crisis’. Continue reading Putting the brakes on air pollution
Still time to be part of your community council
Nominations for three of Edinburgh’s community councils is still open – but you have just two weeks left to submit your papers. Residents of the Craigmillar, Drylaw/Telford and Old Town community council areas who are passionate about their area are invited to play an active role and have their say on local issues.
Community councils give local residents and community groups such as youth forums, parent councils and student bodies a chance to influence what happens in their area. Members get involved in a wide range of activities, comment on planning and licensing applications, take part in community campaigns and work with others to improve the local area.
Community Councils are represented on each of the 12 Neighbourhood Partnerships where they work with local elected members, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, NHS Lothian and the voluntary sector to identify and deliver local priorities.
Meetings are usually held once a month and members can get involved in a variety of issues. Recent activities include: successfully lobbying to increase the frequency of a bus service, setting up a book festival and delivering an annual health fair.
Councillor Maureen Child, Communities and Neighbourhoods Committee Convener, said: “Democracy is a powerful force at all levels. By joining your local community council you can make a real difference to your neighbourhood, meet new people, learn new skills and take action on issues raised by local residents.
“We are looking for people of all ages and from all walks of life to get involved. Ideas, energy and enthusiasm are welcomed and the Council will provide support to get the best from being a community council member. I’d like to encourage anyone who’s interested in local democracy to get involved – be part of something great.”
People aged 16 years or older and are registered to vote can join. The nomination period for the community council elections runs from Monday 9 January to Monday 30 January 2017. Elections, where required, will take place on Thursday 23 February 2017. You can apply as an individual or as a local interest group, such as a Parent Council, a Friends of Parks group or sports club.
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‘Encouraging’ improvement in waste and cleansing service, says council
Change to Special Uplift charges on the cards
An action plan aimed at improving Edinburgh’s waste and cleansing service has made good progress in its first months, according to the city council. Since its implementation, the 65-point plan has seen an overall reduction in missed collections, as well as an increase in the percentage of street cleansing enquiries addressed within timescale. Continue reading ‘Encouraging’ improvement in waste and cleansing service, says council
As one door closes ….
Baba’s Cave closes down – FetLor open day
Baba’s Cave, the store that seemed to stock almost everything, opens for the last time today in Muirhouse Shopping Centre.
The store, which was crammed with everything from air fresheners, buttons and batteries to washing powder, yarn and zebras (okay, maybe no zebras!) closes this afternoon. The boys from Baba’s insist they will be back as part of the area’s ongoing regeneration, but in the meantime everything must go and it’s bye, bye Baba’s!
FET-LOR OPEN DAY
It’s not all doom and gloom, however – FetLor Youth Club is throwing open it’s doors to the community this afternoon from 1 – 3pm. Call in and see the fantastic new facilities. Fun for all the family!
‘Failings’ at local care at home service
Homecare Support, a care at home service contracted by the City of Edinburgh Council, has been told to make urgent improvements to in the care it provides to vulnerable people. Continue reading ‘Failings’ at local care at home service
Scotland’s different tack on Unversal Credit welcomed
Universal Credit payments in Scotland are to become more frequent and adaptable, as new social security powers are set to be used by the Scottish Government. The Scottish Government’s different approach has been welcomed by housingorganisations and anti-poverty campaigners as well as the Scottish Greens. Continue reading Scotland’s different tack on Unversal Credit welcomed