On Sunday 30th April the Beltane Fire Festival will return to Edinburgh’s Calton Hill to welcome the onset of Summer. Organisers have released details of this, the thirtieth Beltane to be held since it began in the 1980s, and tickets are now on sale. The modern twist on an ancient Celtic tradition will mark the changing seasons with a wild mix of drums, fire and physical theatre on a scale not seen anywhere else in the world. Continue reading How will you welcome Summer?
Drylaw team targets motorbike-related antisocial behaviour
Local police have appealed for the community’s help in tackling motorcycle crime and antisocial behaviour. Inspector James Jones said working together ‘can bring an end to this dangerous and disruptive behaviour.’ Continue reading Operation Soteria relaunch: cracking down on motorcycle crime
All pregnant women in Scotland are to receive free vitamins. The move to provide universal access will improve parent and children’s health and has widespread support among healthcare professionals.
Public Health Minister Aileen Campbell confirmed the development at Edinburgh Royal Maternity Hospital last week, where she also launched the first Scotland-only Maternal and Infant Nutrition Survey.
Ms Campbell said: “We are committed to giving every child in Scotland the very best start in life and helping women to enjoy a healthy pregnancy is a key part of this.
“There is strong evidence that taking vitamins during pregnancy improves both the mother and baby’s health. By offering them to all pregnant women we can contribute towards giving every baby a fair and equal chance – a move that is widely supported by healthcare professionals.
“I’m also pleased that the Maternal and Infant Nutrition survey is now underway. Data will be gathered on nutrition, breastfeeding, formula feeding and weaning practices and help us strengthen the support we offer to new mothers. I would strongly encourage pregnant women and families with young infants who receive a survey pack to complete and return it.”
