Local school pupils are urging residents in the area to cast their votes in the Leith Walk by-election this Thursday (11 April).
Fifth and sixth-years at Drummond Community High School, who are eligible to vote in local elections as they are aged over 16, helped demonstrate the single transferable vote (STV) system, which is used in local elections. Continue reading High school pupils make it count for Leith Walk By-election
Almost 300,000 workers who previously did not receive a payslip will now do so starting from this week, including those on casual and zero-hours contracts. Continue reading New laws give 300,000 workers a payslip for the first time
The LOOPs Phoneline offered tailored information to older people on activities and services across Edinburgh over the past five years. Continue reading Staying in the LOOP: Volunteer Edinburgh trials Phoneline service
Prime Minister Theresa May issued the following statement on Brexit negotiations last night:
Delivering Brexit has been my priority ever since I became Prime Minister and it remains so today. I want the UK to leave the EU in an orderly way as soon as possible and that means leaving in a way that does not disrupt people’s lives. Continue reading Theresa May: deal or no deal?
NHS 24 is reminding people to check their repeat prescription ahead of the Easter holiday weekend.
Easter falls between Friday 19th April and Monday 22nd April and many GP surgeries may be closed during this period. Continue reading Check your repeat prescription ahead of the Easter holiday weekend
Event: Aberdeen Standard Investments Melrose Sevens
Date: Saturday 13 April 2019
Venue: Melrose Rugby Football Club, Greenyards, Melrose, Scottish Borders, TD6 9SA
Times: 11.30am onwards Continue reading Melrose Sevens next Saturday
Edinburgh is the best destination for young people to go to university, according to a survey compiled by student accommodation provider Liberty Living. Continue reading Edinburgh best university destination, says poll
While sterling may remain in a period of flux in the coming weeks, one thing more certain is that bargain-hunting holidaymakers will find their pounds stretch furthest in Sunny Beach, Bulgaria, which is best value of 20 European beach resorts surveyed for the Post Office Travel Money Holiday Costs Barometer. Continue reading Holiday costs fall across Europe
The search has begun for the next recipient of the Edinburgh Award. Continue reading Nominations open for the Edinburgh Award
A group of Edinburgh College Automotive students have had a glimpse into life in the racing world, playing a key role in supporting a Scottish team to get track-ready. Continue reading Life in the fast lane – Edinburgh College students help Tom Denham Racing rev into gear
