People Powered Community event
Monday 1st May
North Edinburgh Arts, 10am – 1pm
Category: Drylaw Telford
Holiday Funday at Drylaw Church today
Monday 1st May 10am – 3pm
Drylaw Parish Church, Groatthill Road North
Inverleith hustings this Thursday
Blackhall St Columba’s Church
Thursday 20 April 7 – 9pm
Man in court following local crime spree
MAN IN COURT AFTER HOUSEBREAKINGS AND ASSAULT
A man has been arrested and charged in connection with seven housebreakings and an assault, which occurred in the West Pilton, Kirkliston, Murrayfield and Drylaw areas.
The assault took place in Crewe Place on Tuesday (April 11) and the housebreakings occurred between 8th and 12th April.
The 22-year-old will appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today (Saturday 15th April).
Detective Inspector Graham Grant said: “We treat violence and housebreaking as a priority in Edinburgh and will act swiftly to apprehend those responsible.
“If you have witnessed or been the victim of crime in your area, you can report this to police via 101, or can do so confidentially through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre community garden
Edinburgh & Lothians Greenspace Trust’s Growing Communities for Health small grants scheme has provided funding to a number of community garden projects. Continue reading Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre community garden
Drylaw Telford’s back in business!
Community Council re-established in Drylaw Telford
Drylaw Telford, Craigmillar and Old Town Community Councils have now been established following a successful nomination period last month. Nominations closed on Monday and the three community councils now form part of a network of 45 community councils established across the city.
Community councils are made up of local residents and community groups such as youth forums, parent councils and student bodies. Each one is represented on the Neighbourhood Partnership for the area, where they work with local elected members, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, NHS Lothian and the voluntary sector to identify and deliver local priorities.
Councillor Maureen Child, Convener of the Communities and Neighbourhood Committee, said: “This is a great achievement for the communities of Craigmillar, Drylaw Telford and Old Town.
“Community councils support communities to thrive and bring people together to make change happen. I look forward to hearing of the achievements that will follow in these areas.”
For more information on community councils visit www.edinburgh.gov.uk/
Deadline day looms for Drylaw Telford
Residents of Drylaw and Telford have only THREE more days to sign up to join their community council. Nominations close on Monday (30th January) at 4pm. Continue reading Deadline day looms for Drylaw Telford
Creating a fairer Scotland: Aspiring Communities Fund launched
Community and third sector projects that try new ways to tackle poverty and improve people’s lives can now apply for a share of £29 million funding, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced. Continue reading Creating a fairer Scotland: Aspiring Communities Fund launched
Inverleith Neighbourhood Partnership to meet on 30 January
The next meeting of Inverleith Neighbourhood Partnership will take place on Monday 30 January at 6.30pm in Stockbridge Church, Saxe Coburg Street. Continue reading Inverleith Neighbourhood Partnership to meet on 30 January
Still time to be part of your community council
Nominations for three of Edinburgh’s community councils is still open – but you have just two weeks left to submit your papers. Residents of the Craigmillar, Drylaw/Telford and Old Town community council areas who are passionate about their area are invited to play an active role and have their say on local issues.
Community councils give local residents and community groups such as youth forums, parent councils and student bodies a chance to influence what happens in their area. Members get involved in a wide range of activities, comment on planning and licensing applications, take part in community campaigns and work with others to improve the local area.
Community Councils are represented on each of the 12 Neighbourhood Partnerships where they work with local elected members, Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, NHS Lothian and the voluntary sector to identify and deliver local priorities.
Meetings are usually held once a month and members can get involved in a variety of issues. Recent activities include: successfully lobbying to increase the frequency of a bus service, setting up a book festival and delivering an annual health fair.
Councillor Maureen Child, Communities and Neighbourhoods Committee Convener, said: “Democracy is a powerful force at all levels. By joining your local community council you can make a real difference to your neighbourhood, meet new people, learn new skills and take action on issues raised by local residents.
“We are looking for people of all ages and from all walks of life to get involved. Ideas, energy and enthusiasm are welcomed and the Council will provide support to get the best from being a community council member. I’d like to encourage anyone who’s interested in local democracy to get involved – be part of something great.”
People aged 16 years or older and are registered to vote can join. The nomination period for the community council elections runs from Monday 9 January to Monday 30 January 2017. Elections, where required, will take place on Thursday 23 February 2017. You can apply as an individual or as a local interest group, such as a Parent Council, a Friends of Parks group or sports club.
See below for nomination forms: