MSPs have debated the need for more defibrillator machines in communities across Scotland. Yesterday’s debate was secured by a motion from SNP MSP Stuart McMillan commending Show Some Heart, the Jayden Orr campaign. Continue reading Briggs praises defibrillator campaigns in Holyrood debate
Generous Edinburgh football fans have helped raise thousands of pounds for local children following the latest fundraising drive on behalf of Radio Forth’s Cash for Kids. Continue reading Score draw for Cash for Kids as city football fans dig deep
Children with congenital heart defects are amongst those set to benefit from new technology designed to improve diagnoses and treatment planning thanks to investment announced by Economy Secretary Keith Brown.
Scottish Enterprise has awarded Edinburgh based Canon Medical’s European Research and Development Centre £1.9m towards developing its new £6.6m life sciences software. The technology will give medical staff a single ‘cockpit’ view, quickly pinpointing and collating key patient information from a variety of medical sources to better inform treatment decisions.
Initially the software will be used by medical staff treating congenital heart defects in children with the potential for it to be developed to support treatment for a wider range of medical conditions in future, including cardiovascular, stroke and oncology patients. The funding will also create 10 new jobs and protect 16 existing posts on the project.
Economy Secretary Mr Brown said: “Developments in life science technologies are hugely welcome in terms of both improving patient care and treatment and growing our economy, as well as further establishing Scotland as a centre of excellence in this important sector.
“Our aspiration is for Scotland to continue to lead innovations in life sciences and our Programme for Government saw business Research & Development grants boosted by 70%.
“Scottish Enterprise has worked with Canon Medical over the last 13 years to help achieve its growth ambitions and I look forward to seeing this collaboration continue to flourish and the company expanding its global business here in Scotland.”
Ken Sutherland, President of Canon Medical Research Europe, said: “Scotland is a fantastic location for us to innovate as we have access to top talent, universities and research collaborators, together with the strong support of the Scottish Government and Scottish Enterprise. We’re actively recruiting staff now to work on this project and hope to continue harnessing the excellent international graduate talent from Scottish universities.
“This project comes at a pivotal moment for us, allowing us to evolve into a healthcare data and AI research and development business. This £6.6m project also underlines the confidence our Japanese parent company has in further investing in our Scottish activity.”
Rhona Allison, Interim Managing Director at Scottish Enterprise, said: “Business innovation is critical to the success of our economy. Innovation is a key driver of growth and companies that innovate are more productive, do more international trade and employ more people.
“Giving our backing to this Research & Development project means we can help Canon Medical maximise its investment, cement its activity in Scotland and further increase Scotland’s reputation as a global hub for life sciences and medical technology excellence. I wish Canon Medical every success with this project and look forward to continuing to work with Ken and his team to grow the company further in Scotland.”
The City of Edinburgh Council has pledged support for PROCESSIONS Edinburgh. Alongside the Scottish Government’s Centenary Fund, Event Scotland part of VisitScotland’s Events Directorate and Creative Scotland, the City of Edinburgh Council has partnered with Artichoke to support the mass participatory event on 10 June. Continue reading “I was there”: sign up for PROCESSIONS Edinburgh
Lothian MSP Miles Briggs has tabled a motion at Parliament congratulating Edinburgh Accies Rugby club on their promotion to the BT Premiership. Continue reading MSP congratulates Edinburgh Accies on promotion to top flight
Big Spring Clean this Friday!
Join the party at Drumbrae Leisure Centre on Saturday-Sunday, 12 or 13 May for an Open-Weekend showcasing Edinburgh Leisure’s new birthday party offering. Continue reading Party party at Drumbrae!
Assistant Chief Officer David McGown warns of the dangers water can present
Many people who accidently drown never intended to enter the water, statistics show. Over 300 people in the UK tragically die every year after tripping, falling or simply underestimating the risks of being near water. Now, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has joined forces with UK colleagues to raise awareness of the dangers. Continue reading Be Water Aware: Scottish Fire and Rescue Service supports safety campaign
‘Hoppy’ ending for Shore’s snared swan!
The Scottish SPCA was alerted at the beginning of April to a swan spotted with a baseball cap tangled around her foot. Scotland’s animal welfare charity received a call to their animal helpline after a member of the public became concerned about the welfare of the bird, who lives on The Shore in Leith. Continue reading Hats off to Scottish SPCA following swan rescue
North West Localities Committee
Wednesday 25th April
7pm Dean of Guild Court Room, City Chambers
This is a public meeting and members of the public are welcome to attend
Residents are being encouraged to tune in to the second meeting of their Locality Committee when they meet this week to discuss the pressing topics in their local area.
North West Localities Committees meets on Wednesday evening in the City Chambers and can be attended in person or viewed live via webcast.
Main Council Committees currently have responsibility for services across the city and Locality Committees will complement this by addressing specific service and community issues within their areas.
Each of the Committees will have powers over community safety, lifelong learning and libraries, traffic management, roads and parking, parks and green space, street cleaning and open space maintenance and public realm projects on a local basis.
Councillors on the North West Locality Committee will meet from 7pm to 9pm on Wednesday and Convener Cllr Robert Aldridge will manage discussion of the Locality Improvement Plan and hear a Health and Social Care update.
You can find out more about Locality Committees and their membership on the Council’s website.
See below for meeting papers
