Survey results reveal the secrets to creating a hedgehog’s perfect home ….
School’s still out for the summer, and for those now at home what better way to spend a sunny afternoon than by creating your own hedgehog house, to help the nation’s favourite mammal from further decline, especially during the current heatwave. Continue reading Give hedgehogs a home
Did you know that the average UK worker only takes around 20 minutes of their lunch break due to feeling that they won’t be able to complete all of the tasks they need to during the day?
While it’s important to stay on top of work, not taking time to eat, rest and recoup can be damaging and leave us feeling even more stressed.
In response to this The Spa at Charlotte Square is inviting busy Edinburgh professionals to reclaim their lunch breaks and indulge is a well earnt 25 minute express spa treatment during their lunch break. Perfect after a stressful morning or an extended Friday lunch- employees deserve to take their full lunch break and have some time to relax!
The Saltire Society will host a series of free events celebrating Scottish music and poetry during this year’s Edinburgh Festival. Continue reading Celebrate the words and music of Scotland this August with The Saltire Society
A tweet issued by the Home Office s yesterday caused outrage amongst the travelling public yesterday. https://twitter.com/
The tweet alerts travellers to bring birth or adoption certificates to the airport or ferry terminal if they children have a different surname to the adults they are travelling with. Continue reading Home Office travel tweet causes outrage
Pups put their best paw forward for charity
A pack of eager pooches gathered at Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens to encourage owners and their canine companions to put their best foot – and paw – forward for charity.
Among them were one-year old Miniature Schnauzer Peter, one year old Labrador Retriever Nuggle, three year old Maltese cross Issey and five year old Lhasa Apso Ziggy, who along with their owners want others to join them at the Edinburgh Kiltwalk in aid of the charity ENABLE Scotland, the largest charity in Scotland that’s working towards an equal society for every person who has a disability.
The capital’s Kiltwalk is due to take place on 16th September and will be attended by thousands of walkers, including TV presenter Hazel Irvine who is returning to lend her support to ENABLE Scotland.
Registration for dogs is not required, although their owners are invited to sign up via ENABLE Scotland’s website where the charity are offering free registration to all walkers as an extra incentive to walk with #TeamENABLE.
Walkers can choose from three routes of varying distances. The 24-mile Mighty Stride sets off from Holyrood Park, the 15.5-mile Big Stroll leaves from Pinkie Playing Fields and the five-mile Wee Wander, ideal for families, will set off from Gypsy Brae.
Debbie Mooney, Head of Fundraising at ENABLE Scotland, said: “We are excited to welcome our supporters to the Edinburgh Kiltwalk and are in awe of their continued generosity.
“If you haven’t signed up already, I invite you to join us for free and help us break down the barriers to an equal society for every person who has a learning disability. We look forward to walking alongside all Team Enable supporters on what is set to be another fantastic Kiltwalk for everyone taking part.”
Last year, 830 walkers took part in a Kiltwalk on behalf of ENABLE Scotland and raised £98,122 for children and adults who have a learning disability.
As in previous years, for every pound raised by walkers, £1.40 goes to charity, with Sir Tom Hunter and The Hunter Foundation pledging a 40% top up for all funds raised.
Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times during the Kiltwalk, and those with dogs must take care to be considerate of other walkers and clean up any mess.
For more information about the Kiltwalk visit www.thekiltwalk.co.uk
To register for the Kiltwalk visit www.enable.org.uk
Pictures: Phil Wilkinson
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) supports the universal provision of baby boxes across the UK. Continue reading RCM recommends universal provision of Baby Boxes in UK
Tuesday 7th August, 10am – 3pm
Lauriston Castle Gardens
“Jeane Freeman should acknowledge the link between our GP crisis and the increased pressure on A&E services.” – Miles Briggs MSP
Following the recent announcement that A&E waiting targets have not been met for a year, there has been growing pressure on SNP Ministers to take action. Continue reading NHS Lothian has longest A&E waiting times
NEW STREETS AHEAD
Today (Friday 3 August) Edinburgh Festival Fringe will officially unveil a completely new look to the Virgin Money Street Events. Continue reading Edinburgh Festival Fringe: here we go …
A rare, iconic plant of the Caledonian pine forest, found only in a handful of woodlands in the Highlands of Scotland, is thriving, thanks to the efforts of two conservation charities. Continue reading Successful bid to save rare Scottish wildflower
