Soapbox Science: taking science to the streets of Edinburgh this Saturday
Female researchers from across Scotland will take to their soapboxes on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile on Saturday to share their passion for science. Continue reading Soapbox Science: taking science to the streets of Edinburgh this Saturday
Police Scotland celebrates Volunteers’ Week
Our volunteers across @PolScotPSYV and Police Scotland Special Constabulary are invaluable in the time and service they provide to keep people safe across Scotland.#VolunteerWeek pic.twitter.com/Q78gBKXxjj
— Police Scotland (@PoliceScotland) June 4, 2019
Police Scotland is teaming up with charities and voluntary organisations across the country to celebrate 35 years of Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June). Continue reading Police Scotland celebrates Volunteers’ Week
Litter Pick-nic at Easter Drylaw Park this Sunday
Make and Borrow Day at The Shed
D Day veterans honoured at Commemorative Service … and Tony’s on telly!
The heroes who served and fell on D-Day were commemorated at a poignant service and reception in Edinburgh today, marking the 75th anniversary of the iconic landings.
Several Scottish veterans who battled through Normandy during that pivotal period of the Second World War were honoured at an emotional ceremony. Continue reading D Day veterans honoured at Commemorative Service … and Tony’s on telly!
Drylaw Church Summer Fair this Saturday
Edinburgh Poverty Commission: ‘Prospects’ – Phase II call for evidence
The Edinburgh Poverty Commission is working throughout this year to define the steps the city needs to make to reduce, mitigate, and prevent poverty in Edinburgh. Continue reading Edinburgh Poverty Commission: ‘Prospects’ – Phase II call for evidence
Celebrating Volunteers’ Week
2019 marks the 35th anniversary of Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June) when thousands of charities and voluntary organisations across Scotland will hold events celebrating volunteering. Continue reading Celebrating Volunteers’ Week
UK Government launches new campaign to inform drivers about greener fuels
- filling stations are to clearly identify biofuel content of road fuel to increase awareness among drivers
- uniform EU-wide labels will also prevent drivers from filling up with the wrong fuel abroad
- biofuels supplied in the UK reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 70% compared to fossil fuels, helping combat climate change
Continue reading UK Government launches new campaign to inform drivers about greener fuels