Month: December 2017

Scotland’s Budget: A budget for a fairer society – or picking workers’ pockets?

The 2018-19 Draft Budget will protect the NHS and public services, support low earners and unlock Scotland’s economic potential, according to Finance Secretary Derek Mackay – but opposition parties beg to differ. Conservative finance spokesman said the government is “putting their hands into the pockets of hard-working Scots to bail them out of the mess they have made of public finances.” Continue reading Scotland’s Budget: A budget for a fairer society – or picking workers’ pockets?

A roaring success: volunteers get on their bikes for Cash For Kids

The streets of Edinburgh City Centre were even noisier than usual yesterday as a group of bikers arrived in town on a mission to help disadvantaged children in Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife. Continue reading A roaring success: volunteers get on their bikes for Cash For Kids

Shoppers warned to be aware of festive season crime

A 37-year-old woman has been arrested and charged in connection with three pickpocketing incidents in the city centre. The incidents happened between Saturday, December 2, and Friday, December 8, in the Princes Street area.  

The woman appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Wednesday and was remanded in custody.

Inspector Bob Innes of West End Police Station said:  “Christmas is an exciting time to be in Edinburgh, however it is important to be aware that there are some in the city who will target vulnerable people, especially visitors and those who are enjoying the festive activities on offer.

“Pickpocketing is an issue we take extremely seriously.  We have a number of officers out and about in the city centre targeting those who participate in this activity and I ask the public to remain vigilant whilst they are visiting.

“There are steps the public can take in order to protect their property when out and about during the festive period.

“Keep your purse secure and carry wallets in an inside pocket, zip up hand and shoulder bags and carry bags in front of you against your body.

“Make sure that the straps on your bag are short and tucked under your arm and try to avoid displaying jewellery.  Do not have money visible, keep it safely in your pocket.”

Leeann Dempster: “football has the potential to be an enormous force for positive social change”

Football focus on mental health

Mental Health Minister Maureen Watt has praised the work being carried out by Hibernian FC to promote well-being and bring people together through physical activity. The Minister visited Easter Road to hear about the public social partnership with the Hibernian Community Foundation and NHS Lothian and the steps they are taking to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. Continue reading Leeann Dempster: “football has the potential to be an enormous force for positive social change”

New Year, new training programme with Tomorrow’s People

Tomorrow’s People are now recruiting for the next Engage programme starting on the 15th of January!!!!

If you are or know anyone, 16 to 24 years old looking for a job, training, fun and an extra bit of cash, contact us by Facebook, phone 07980 669 019 or email jmassie@tomorrows-people

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Engage Coach, Tomorrow’s People 
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