Exam results ‘a real success story’ – Cllr Paul Godzik
The waiting’s finally over for thousands of Edinburgh pupils (and their families!) as they receive those dreaded exam results today. For most, it’s been good news: candidates in Scotland’s capital have once again exceeded expectations and there have been notable improvements in several key measures. Continue reading Result! City pupils exceed expectations
The fascinating stick figures which brightened up St Andrew Square over the dark winter months have been short-listed for a national award. Continue reading Stick figures nominated as Exhibition of the Year
Edinburgh Police have launched a new partnership initiative in the Leith area to tackle the issue of proxy purchasing – where adults purchase alcohol for under-18s. Continue reading You’re Asking For it: Leith partnership tackles proxy purchasing:
Edinburgh’s world-famous floral clock is ticking once again, this year in honour of The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland’s (RIAS) centenary. Continue reading Floral clock honours Scotland’s architects
Young people riding motorbikes dangerously on our streets, green space, cycleways and even pavements has been causing anger and alarm in North Edinburgh for a long time now, so local residents will be delighted to hear that city police have launched a new operation dedicated to tackling motorbike theft and associated antisocial behaviour in the Capital. Continue reading Cracking down on motorbike crime
Construction is now under way on phase two of the multi-million pound Water of Leith Flood Prevention Scheme (WoLFPS). Continue reading Work starts on phase 2 of flood prevention programme
The North Edinburgh community will discuss a worrying rise in the number of racist incidents at this afternoon’s Living in Harmony forum at Spartans Community Football Academy. Continue reading Rise in racist incidents sparks community action
The city council has committed to progressing proposals to rebuild Edinburgh’s famous Ross Bandstand. Continue reading Stage is set for Ross Bandstand rebuild
A new programme to catalyse development in the city was launched by the city council yesterday. The programme is outlined in a report to be considered by councillors on the Economy Committee next week. Continue reading Council extends development programme
The Reducer will champion city 20mph initiative
Edinburgh is the first city in Scotland implementing a citywide 20mph network. The new limit aims to reduce the risk and severity of road collisions, encourage travel on foot and by bike and help make the city’s streets more people-friendly.
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