“Members of the public are advised that, despite heavy snow and the adverse weather currently affecting the region, NHS Lothian is doing everything it can to continue to run a normal service. Continue reading Adverse weather and NHS Lothian
Day: February 28, 2018
There but not there: Hearts’ fallen heroes honoured in national WW1 campaign launch
Ghostly figures of First World War soldiers or ‘Tommies’, have taken up their position on the Tynecastle turf today as part of a new nationwide fundraising campaign to commemorate 100 years since the end of the Great War later this year. Continue reading There but not there: Hearts’ fallen heroes honoured in national WW1 campaign launch
£1.8 billion for Scotland’s colleges and universities
Universities and colleges will receive £1.8 billion of public funding for the next academic year., Further and Higher Education Minister Shirley-Anne Somerville has announced. Continue reading £1.8 billion for Scotland’s colleges and universities
Two to appear in court on motorcycle charges
Two men, aged 18 and 19, have been arrested and charged in connection with a number of motorcycle offences across the city. They will appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court later today. Continue reading Two to appear in court on motorcycle charges
Scottish businesses plan jobs boost as confidence rises, says Business Barometer report
Bank of Scotland’s Business Barometer for February 2018 shows:
- Overall confidence for firms in Scotland rose 17 points during February to 35 per cent
- Economic optimism in the region stood at 33 per cent, 20 points above last month
- Job creation increased by 23 points to 27 per cent compared to January
SNP welcome shock collar ban commitment from UK Government
PUBLIC PRESSURE BRINGS END TO “UNNECESSARY AND CRUEL” PRACTICE
Reports suggest that electric shock collar devices used on dogs will be banned by Westminster “within weeks”, following sustained public pressure and a campaign led by the SNP. Continue reading SNP welcome shock collar ban commitment from UK Government
More than half of Edinburgh shoppers unaware of exploitation of food and drink producers in developing countries
- 56% of shoppers are not aware of exploitation of food and drink producers in developing countries
- 44% of respondents were put off by “too expensive” ethical products
- 23% of consumers “never” think about the people who produce their food
Briggs: Promote healthier options to tackle obesity
Conservative Health spokesperson Miles Briggs MSP spoke in the debate on obesity at Holyrood yesterday. Continue reading Briggs: Promote healthier options to tackle obesity
Lauriston Castle sets out exciting events programme
Lauriston Castle has launched its events programme for 2018. Over 85 events including atmospheric film screenings, ghost stories, murder mysteries, sketching workshops, lectures, picnics and theatre offer locals many opportunities to enjoy the Edwardian manor and gardens. Continue reading Lauriston Castle sets out exciting events programme
All city council schools and nurseries CLOSED today
Due to weather conditions, all City of Edinburgh Council-operated nurseries and primary, secondary and special schools will be CLOSED today. The council will continue to monitor weather updates for later in the week.
All Edinburgh College campuses are also closed and they too will update bout the situation for tomorrow later today