Girls’ football festival at Spartans today

Today is Spartans’ annual girls’ football festival and we are getting geared up for a great day!

This year we are excited to be working in partnership with two international groups – Parikrma Foundation in India and Together in Sport Rwanda. Together we will help to change lives through sport.

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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!

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

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

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