Day: May 30, 2019

Spinning Songs: local intergenerational choir to perform at Festival Theatre

A GROUP of North Edinburgh retirees are set to take to the stage at one of the city’s major venues with the help of a local primary school. Continue reading Spinning Songs: local intergenerational choir to perform at Festival Theatre

Costume for Stage and Screen students bring pantomime style to Festival Theatre

A group of Edinburgh College Costume students are displaying their work in a new exhibition at Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre which delves into pantomime costume throughout the ages. Continue reading Costume for Stage and Screen students bring pantomime style to Festival Theatre

Have your say on city council’s Meadows to George Street proposals

Views are being sought on proposals to transform walking, cycling and public spaces along some of Edinburgh’s busiest streets.

Forrest Rd

The Meadows to George Street project aims to significantly enhance the experience of those travelling on foot or by bike on streets connecting the two destinations, improving public realm and increasing accessibility. Continue reading Have your say on city council’s Meadows to George Street proposals

First meeting of Inverleith Neighbourhood Network tonight

‘Starting to establish neighbourhood networks’

We’re now setting up neighbourhood networks across Edinburgh. They will bring together community groups, voluntary sector organisations and local councillors to identify what matters to their neighbourhood. Continue reading First meeting of Inverleith Neighbourhood Network tonight

Scotish Government starts process for a new independence referendum

The Scottish Government has published legislation to set the rules for any referendum within the competence of the Scottish Parliament. The SNP, supported by the Scottish Greens, want to hold a referendum before the end of next year – but they need Westminster’s permission, and it’s unlikely that the current UK government will give their assent. Continue reading Scotish Government starts process for a new independence referendum