THE SPARTANS are delighted to announce that City Cabs, Edinburgh’s longest-serving taxi association, have extended their partnership as Principal Home and Away Shirt Sponsor taking them to the end of the 2027/28 season, with their branding taking pride of place on our new first-team jersey – launched on Friday 10th July.
As City Cabs celebrates an incredible 101 years of serving Edinburgh, the partnership brings together two organisations with deep roots in the local community. City Cabs continues to deliver exceptional service, supported by industry-leading technology and a fleet of more than 450 vehicles, offering a comprehensive range of transport solutions to meet every customer’s needs.
Chairman of City Cabs, Gary McFarlane said, “City Cabs are proud and delighted to continue our sponsorship of Spartans FC for a second consecutive year.
“As a community-focused organisation we value the club’s ambition, dedication and strong local support, and it’s fantastic for us to be part of that journey once again.
“We wish the team every success for the upcoming season and look forward to another exciting year ahead both on and off the pitch.”
Graham Carbis, Head of Commercial at The Spartans FC, added “The Spartans are absolutely delighted that City Cabs has renewed its commitment as our Principal Home and Away Shirt Sponsor for the upcoming season.
“They have been valued supporters of the club for many years, with their perimeter advertising a familiar sight around the Vanloq Community Stadium, and it’s fantastic to see our partnership continue to grow.
“It’s particularly pleasing to strengthen our relationship with such a respected Edinburgh business now in their second century of servicing the capital city.
“We’re incredibly grateful for their continued support and look forward to working closely together as we build on what has already been a successful partnership, both on and off the pitch.”
Over the last four decades, we’ve had the privilege of being part of so many families’ journeys. Some people joined us for a few weeks, others for much longer, but every family has helped shape who we are today.
As we celebrate this milestone, we’d love to hear from you.
Maybe there was a group that made you feel welcome, a member of staff who made a difference, a friendship that started here, or simply a happy memory you’d like to share.
If Stepping Stones has been part of your story, we’d love to hear about it in the comments or send us a message (FB).
Thank you for being part of the last 40 years. Here’s to the next chapter.
POLICE are appealing for information following a serious crash in North Edinburgh in th early hours of this morning (Thursday, 11 June, 2026).
Around, 2.35am, a black Fiat 500 struck a building on Crewe Road North at West Granton Road.
Emergency services attended and the 18-year-old male driver and a 17-year-old male passenger were taken by ambulance to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.
A road closure was is in place following the crash, but Crewe Road North has now reopened.
The 17-year-old male youth has been arrested in connection with a theft.
Enquiries are ongoing.
Sergeant William Low said: “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances, and I would appeal to anyone who witnessed the crash to contact us.
“I would also ask anyone who was in the area and who may have seen the black Fiat 500 prior to the crash, or who has any dash cam footage which could assist to get in touch.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact 101 quoting reference number 0301 of 11 June, 2026.”
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