Transforming the waterfront: ‘key partners’ sign pledge

The City of Edinburgh Council, National Galleries of Scotland, National Museums of Scotland, Edinburgh College, Scottish Government and Scottish Futures Trust have signed an agreement to work together to create a new vibrant, city quarter in Granton Waterfront – but a Conservative MSP says the plans lack ambition.

Local community councils were not invited to sign the agreement.

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Scotland’s Budget: stimulus and stability – or frustration and disappointment?

While media political attention focused on Westminster for the latest installment of the Brexit Show and Mrs May’s no-confidence vote, the Scottish Government’s budget was debated at Holyrood on Wednesday.  Continue reading Scotland’s Budget: stimulus and stability – or frustration and disappointment?

Equally Safe: Groundbreaking new centre for victims of abuse to be created in Edinburgh

A pioneering centre for people who have been victims of sexual assault and other forms of abuse and neglect is to be created for Edinburgh and the Lothians.

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Edinburgh building contractor’s Christmas elves make special deliveries for families and young carers

Children and families in need across Scotland will receive donations of money, food and gifts courtesy of building contractor McDermott Group this Christmas. Continue reading Edinburgh building contractor’s Christmas elves make special deliveries for families and young carers