From Elgin to Edinburgh: Johnstons of Elgin launches new Scottish flagship store

Luxury cashmere manufacturer Johnstons of Elgin has demonstrated it is a ‘brand for all seasons’ with the launch of its new Scottish flagship store, situated in the heart of the capital’s exclusive shopping quarter, Multrees Walk. Continue reading From Elgin to Edinburgh: Johnstons of Elgin launches new Scottish flagship store

Weird and wonderful creatures take over Edinburgh College’s PASS Theatre

A number of weird and wonderful creatures were brought to life at Edinburgh College’s PASS Theatre last night as the College’s Make-up Artistry students showcased their cosmetic talents. Continue reading Weird and wonderful creatures take over Edinburgh College’s PASS Theatre

Over 6,800 youngsters to be taught CPR in Lothian every year

Around 40,000 youngster in Lothian are set to be taught CPR in the classroom before they leave school, with over 6,800 pupils being taught every year,  thanks to a national campaign by British Heart Foundation (BHF) Scotland. Continue reading Over 6,800 youngsters to be taught CPR in Lothian every year

Muirhouse: Let’s Get Critical!

Come along to ‘Let’s Get Critical!’ – a free discussion group in Muirhouse Library on Tuesdays from 1:30pm – 3:30pm! 

Have a cup of tea and a blether and ask:

  • What influences us in the language we use?
  • What affect does language have on the world?
  • How often do we stop and think about this?

To sign up, call or email Hannah

07845 015 976 / hannah.bradley@ea.edin.sch.uk

Hannah Bradley
Lifelong Learning Development Officer (Adult Learning)
Schools & Lifelong Learning | City of Edinburgh Council 

Soldier killed by elephant during anti-poaching operation

A British soldier has died in Malawi during counter-poaching operations, the Ministry of Defence has said. Mathew Talbot, of the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards, was on a patrol on 5 May when he was believed to have been killed by an elephant. Continue reading Soldier killed by elephant during anti-poaching operation

Centrica encourages Government action on paid carers leave

  • Over five million people juggle caring responsibilities with work and 2.6 million are forced to stop working altogether
  • Centrica has changed its carers leave policy to help growing numbers of working carers
  • Centrica and Carers UK have written to the UK’s largest employers to encourage more support for carers

Centrica plc is working with Carers UK in a bid to help one million carers stay in or return to work by 2020. Continue reading Centrica encourages Government action on paid carers leave