Scotland’s first Baby Boxes have been delivered by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. Continue reading Welcome, wee one: FM delivers first baby boxes
New Year 2017: Prime Minister’s message
Theresa May wishes everyone a peaceful, prosperous and happy New Year. Continue reading New Year 2017: Prime Minister’s message
Turning politics on it’s head
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
Police offer Hogmanay safety advice
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
2016 in pictures: December
George Michael dies Continue reading 2016 in pictures: December
Witness appeal following Muirhouse hit and run
Police in Edinburgh are appealing for witnesses following a hit and run collision in Muirhouse. The incident happened at around 10:10pm on Thursday (December 29th) on Muirhouse Green at its junction with Ferry Road. Continue reading Witness appeal following Muirhouse hit and run
New Year’s Honours 2017: Arise, Sir Doddy!
The Westminster government has announced the New Year Honours lists 2017, which ‘recognise the achievements of a wide range of extraordinary people across the UK’. A total of 1197 people have received an award. Continue reading New Year’s Honours 2017: Arise, Sir Doddy!
Arise, Sir Andy: First Minister congratulates New Year Honours Scots
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has congratulated all those included in the Queen’s New Year Honours list, including the 98 Scottish recipients. Continue reading Arise, Sir Andy: First Minister congratulates New Year Honours Scots
Tackling electoral fraud: Pickles report published
Sir Eric Pickles has made fifty recommendations to tackle electoral fraud in the UK. The former minister says the changes, including producing ID at polling stations, are necessary to ensure the democratic process is not undermined – but opponents say the moves would discourage poorer people from voting. Continue reading Tackling electoral fraud: Pickles report published
Scotland’s schools: still time to have your say
There is one week left for people across Scotland to have their say on how schools should be run. The Scottish Government’s governance review consultation closes on 6 January 2017. Continue reading Scotland’s schools: still time to have your say