Nova Innovation to sponsor school football teams
Nova Innovation, the global leading tidal energy firm based in Leith, have announced a deal to sponsor the local Leith Primary School football teams. The deal, which will last for a period of up to 5 years, will also see ‘Socks for the Streets’, the homeless charity set up by Leith Primary School pupil Joseph Cox, benefit from a donation. Continue reading A real green deal for Leith Primary
Pay rise for public sector workers, lower taxes for many and cash for culture, too
The Scottish Government’s budget protects low and middle income earners and delivers for public services and public sector workers, says SNP MSP Ben Macpherson for Edinburgh Northern and Leith – after Finance Secretary Derek Mackay laid his budget plans before the Scottish Parliament. Continue reading Ben Macpherson: Budget protects public services
Police are appealing for information following a serious assault in the Kirkgate. Continue reading Police appeal for witnesses following Kirkgate attack
Football focus on mental health
Mental Health Minister Maureen Watt has praised the work being carried out by Hibernian FC to promote well-being and bring people together through physical activity. The Minister visited Easter Road to hear about the public social partnership with the Hibernian Community Foundation and NHS Lothian and the steps they are taking to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. Continue reading Leeann Dempster: “football has the potential to be an enormous force for positive social change”
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The Black Pig & Oyster in Leith is up for sale, brought to the market through specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co. Situated in an enviable location within the Shore, the Black Pig & Oyster restaurant is surrounded by new and exciting bars, restaurants, cafes and shops, including Michelin star restaurants such as The Kitchin and Martin Wishart’s iconic site.
The 65 cover restaurant with a full premises licence has been refurbished to a high standard by the current owner featuring unlined brick walls and creative decor suitable for multiple cuisine styles. The entrance of the restaurant is a steel and glass extension, used as a reception area and an ideal space for hosting drinks and coffees before or after dinner. The stunning metalwork complimented by the glass allows dinner guests to fully enjoy views of the Shores water. Additional seating for 20 covers is available outside across from the waterfront quay.
Tony Spence, Business Agent at Christie & Co’s Edinburgh office who is handling the sale, comments; “Leith has become increasingly popular for dining and restaurateurs are now looking to take advantage of this by offering different styles of dining in an upcoming affluent area.
“The current lease has eight years remaining, however the landlord is looking for a long term investment as the restaurant is situated below an already existing office suite. This opportunity would be best suited to a chef operator, however there is scope for an experienced multiple operator to drive its potential in an exceptional area.”
Christie & Co is seeking an asking price of £90,000 for the leasehold.
The Pig might fly!
Police are asking fans attending the Hibernian vs Rangers match tomorrow to behave responsibly and allow plenty of time for their journey. The teams kick off their Premiership tie at 7:45pm with the match at Easter Road expected to attract a crowd of over 20,000. Continue reading Best behaviour plea in run up to Easter Road clash
Thursday 14 December from 6.45pm
Deidre Brock MP has called for consumers to keep the right to choose between paper and digital data without extra charges being applied. Continue reading Deirdre Brock: Stop the penalties for postal bills
Today – 24 November 2017 – is national Carers’ Rights Day and VOCAL, a charity that supports unpaid carers, is using the day to highlight the development of a new Edinburgh Carers’ Hub and launch an appeal for £100,000 to prepare for its opening in spring of next year. Continue reading Caring in the City: New Edinburgh Hub for Family Carers
