Author: davepickering

Edinburgh reporter and photographer

“Shambolic”: Reduced paediatric service at St John’s to continue ‘indefinitely’

The partial closure of a vital children’s ward is set to continue “indefinitely” – after the SNP admitted its staff recruitment crisis was to blame. Continue reading “Shambolic”: Reduced paediatric service at St John’s to continue ‘indefinitely’

Seafarers set to mark anniversary of Leith Nautical College with weekend of celebrations

A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor but Leith Nautical College certainly did. And this weekend former staff and students of the college will reunite to celebrate 40 years since its official opening. Continue reading Seafarers set to mark anniversary of Leith Nautical College with weekend of celebrations

Social Security Scotland to deliver disability assessments

Assessments for disability support will be carried out by Social Security Scotland, fully supported by public sector healthcare professionals – and people will be given greater choice and flexibility over their assessments. Continue reading Social Security Scotland to deliver disability assessments

Edinburgh thanked for sharing views on a Scottish Deposit Return

Edinburgh residents are thanked for their contribution as the public consultation on a national deposit return closed on Tuesday (25 September). Zero Waste Scotland took the conversation around the country gathering views from people, including many Edinburgh locals who took the time to share their opinions.  Continue reading Edinburgh thanked for sharing views on a Scottish Deposit Return