Two-thirds of people in Scotland feel that too much focus is being placed solely on the construction of new homes, as opposed to rounded communities with supporting infrastructure, a new report has found. Continue reading Scottish residents: “We need communities, not just homes”
Almost half of Scotland’s train stations do not have step-free access and are inaccessible to many disabled travellers, research conducted by Leonard Cheshire has found. Continue reading Rail stations fail disabled travellers in Scotland
A group of firefighters have been described as “the best of the very best” as they prepare to protect communities across Scotland following an intensive training programme. Continue reading ‘Best of the very best’: SFRS welcomes new firefighters
Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast have discovered that bacteria often found in the lungs became more harmful and caused increased inflammation when they were exposed to e-cigarette vape. Continue reading New research shows e-cigarette vape increases the potential for lung bacteria to cause harm
Edinburgh residents are being urged to ‘go green’ this Christmas, as arrangements for festive waste and recycling collections are confirmed. Continue reading Edinburgh residents urged to Go Green this Christmas
Scottish Green MSP Andy Wightman has launched a crowdfunder to challenge the eviction of a constituent in Leith. Continue reading MSP launches crowdfunder to prevent Leith eviction
John Swinney meets the first intake of students on ground-breaking STEM programme
DEPUTY First Minister John Swinney today heard an end-of-term report from students on a newly-launched teacher training programme. Continue reading Preparing teachers for life in the classroom
A planning application for the development of high-quality office accommodation has been submitted by property developer, Summix Capital Ltd. Continue reading Planning application for office development in Canongate submitted
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Plans for a pioneering new sports complex have been unveiled by the University of Edinburgh. Proposals will see the sports village built on the University’s existing facilities at Peffermill Playing Fields. Continue reading Images reveal University’s plans for world-class sports village
