Day: August 15, 2017

From Bollywood … to Blackhall!

MBE’s foodie Fringe show hits staid old Blackhall!

Tommy Miah’s Indian Street Food Festival got off to glittering start at Blackhall’s Raj Restaurant on Friday  last week with Bollywood star Sejal Sharma wowing audiences with her captivating traditional moves. Continue reading From Bollywood … to Blackhall!

“Going to be great for us all”: latest 20mph zones go live tomorrow

The rollout of 20mph speed limits across the capital continues with phase three of the scheme being introduced in North West and West Edinburgh tomorrow (see map). Continue reading “Going to be great for us all”: latest 20mph zones go live tomorrow

Have your say on Social Security Bill, urges Poverty Alliance

Social Security: What’s the point?

With just over a week until the consultation deadline on the Social Security (Scotland) Bill, the Poverty Alliance has written to its members and civil society organisations across Scotland urging them to make sure their voices are heard. Continue reading Have your say on Social Security Bill, urges Poverty Alliance

Starts today: baby boxes for all

All babies in Scotland due from today will be gifted a box full of essential items aimed at tackling inequality and promoting health. The boxes signal of the Scottish Government’s determination that every child, regardless of their circumstances should get the best start in life. Continue reading Starts today: baby boxes for all