Parents, carers, providers and all those with an interest in early years and childcare are being urged to respond to a Scottish Government consultation before it closes next week. It seeks views on the wide range of policy options available to deliver the Scottish Government’s commitment to almost double free early learning and childcare to 1140 hours per year by 2020. Continue reading Childcare consultation: one week to have your say
The countdown to the introduction of the new £1 coin has officially begun. The new coin will enter circulation on 28 March 2017 and the government has launched a campaign to help raise awareness and encourage the public to return the round £1 coins. Continue reading New quid on the block!
Two men will appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today following the death of a man in Leith in the early hours of New Years Day. Thirty year old Shaun Woodburn died in hospital following an altercation near Gladstones in Great Junction Street. Continue reading Teenagers face court following Leith death
January is the month when thousands of Scots resolve that this is the year they will get fit, lose weight or just get out more. Unfortunately, New Year’s resolutions are as notorious as Hollywood marriages as far as lasting commitment goes! Continue reading Challenge yourself in 2017
A fabulous winter bloomer…
Continue reading Garden plant of the month: Erica
Scotland’s first Baby Boxes have been delivered by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. Continue reading Welcome, wee one: FM delivers first baby boxes
Theresa May wishes everyone a peaceful, prosperous and happy New Year. Continue reading New Year 2017: Prime Minister’s message
Pilton Community Health Project holds Upside Down hustings
On 23rd November 2016 over 30 residents of north Edinburgh attended an event at Royston Wardieburn Community Centre to start a discussion with candidates for the election to the City of Edinburgh Council (writes PCHP’s Anita Aggarwal). Continue reading Turning politics on it’s head
Hogmanay’s here, and Police Scotland have released a statement giving safety advice ahead of the annual Edinburgh street party. Continue reading Police offer Hogmanay safety advice
George Michael dies Continue reading 2016 in pictures: December
