Annandale Mosque and Community Centre
Saturday 12 May, 2 – 4pm
Category: Leith
RBS ‘failed to answer’ questions, says local MP
BANK ‘NOT LISTENING’ TO ANGER OF CUSTOMERS AND BUSINESSES
SNP MP Deidre Brock says RBS ‘failed to answer‘ many questions as three senior executives appeared before the Scottish Affairs Committee (SAC) at Westminster yesterday. Continue reading RBS ‘failed to answer’ questions, says local MP
Three thousand people have their say on Trams to Newhaven
“Of course, no final decision on taking trams to Newhaven, or not, will be made until much later in the year”
More than three thousand people have shared their views in a six-week long consultation about plans for taking trams to Newhaven. Edinburgh citizens either attended one of the information events, sent in their comments by email or completed the consultation online on the Council’s Consultation Hub. Continue reading Three thousand people have their say on Trams to Newhaven
Prepare yourself for Year Zero
Immerse Productions are inviting people to take part in their first theatrical attraction, “Year Zero” at The Biscuit Factory from the 12th – 16th of June. Continue reading Prepare yourself for Year Zero
Trams to Newhaven? Consultation closes TODAY
The city council’s #TramsToNewhaven consultation closes TODAY!
Let them know what you think at https://consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/tramstonewhaven/ …
Briggs Visits Leith Academy
Lothian MSP Miles Briggs visited Leith Academy yesterday to talk with their S3 modern studies class. The visit was organised so that pupils could ask Miles about his role as an MSP.
It was an opportunity for the politician to listen to the ideas and concerns of young people in Scotland.
Miles Briggs said: “I always enjoy the opportunity to meet and talk with my constituents. The young modern studies pupils at Leith Academy asked very insightful questions about my role as an MSP.”
Art Paints a Brighter Picture in Leith
Leith School of Art has received £8,890 from Aberdeen Standard Investments Charitable Foundation to deliver art classes to some of the most disadvantaged people in its community. Continue reading Art Paints a Brighter Picture in Leith
Hats off to Scottish SPCA following swan rescue
‘Hoppy’ ending for Shore’s snared swan!
The Scottish SPCA was alerted at the beginning of April to a swan spotted with a baseball cap tangled around her foot. Scotland’s animal welfare charity received a call to their animal helpline after a member of the public became concerned about the welfare of the bird, who lives on The Shore in Leith. Continue reading Hats off to Scottish SPCA following swan rescue
Feeding 1000 bellies, not bins, across Leith!
There’s an old expression that ‘There’s no such thing as a free lunch’ Well, think again! Environmental charity Changeworks is hosting a free lunch on Sunday 6 May 2018 made from food that would otherwise have gone to waste. Continue reading Feeding 1000 bellies, not bins, across Leith!
Ye ken The Junction?
Have you ever been involved with The Junction? If you have, we want to hear from you! This year, The Junction celebrates 13 years of supporting the young people of Leith and we’re planning to produce a booklet that tells our story. One section of this booklet will be dedicated to positive stories from people who have had a part in our journey, whether that’s as a client, volunteer or any other form of involvement. Continue reading Ye ken The Junction?