Edinburgh shines as King Charles III is presented with the Honours of Scotland

King Charles III was presented with the Honours of Scotland during a national service of thanksgiving at St Giles’ Cathedral today (5 July). Thousands gathered along the length of the Royal Mile where the King and Queen led a Royal Procession from the Palace of Holyroodhouse to St Giles’ Cathedral.…

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Statement from the City of Edinburgh Council Leader on MS Victoria

The City of Edinburgh Council agreed today to write to the UK Government about their decision to utilise floating accommodation to accommodate people in the city. Council Leader Councillor Cammy Day said: “Over the last year and a half, we’ve shown solidarity with, and support for, thousands of Ukrainian refugees who have…

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Early grip of budget to ensure best value for residents

The City of Edinburgh Council has begun budget setting early in an extra effort to futureproof the services which matter most to residents and deliver them more efficiently. A report published this week outlines high level proposals for how the council will innovate to lower costs and provide best value for the…

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Updated designs for George Street and First New Town project

A final operational plan for Edinburgh’s George Street and First New Town (GNT) project was approved by members of the Transport and Environment Committee today (Thursday, 15 June), along with updates to the proposed design. A key change is the introduction of trees on George Street, which has been agreed…

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Be part of group addressing Edinburgh’s historic links with slavery and colonialism

A recruitment drive is now under way for members of two groups involved in taking forward recommendations to address the Capital’s historic links to Slavery and Colonialism. Nine experienced citizens are being sought to join the Implementation Group as well as a call for those interested in the work to form a…

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Clean air and climate focus for Council

Edinburgh joined in on a UK-wide relay to raise awareness of climate change today (Thursday 15 June) while also marking Clean Air Day. Members of the Council’s Transport and Environment Committee were treated to a training session from the Cargo Bike Movement in the Meadows before setting off for the City Chambers…

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New Electric Refuse Collection Vehicles to hit the streets of the Capital

Electric rocked down to Waterfront Avenue this morning as the Council’s new Electric Refuse Collection Vehicles (eRCVs) were unveiled for the first time. The introduction of these eRCVs to our fleet is the first major step to decarbonising the Council’s approximately 200 trucks. These are the first fully electric refuse…

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Council Leader reaffirms Edinburgh’s commitment to Europe

Statement from Council Leader Cammy Day following the motion ‘Europe Day – Celebrating Edinburgh’s European Identity’ which was approved recently by Council. Council Leader Cammy Day said: “I am incredibly proud of the long-established relationship with continental Europe that Edinburgh has enjoyed over hundreds of years. Whether to visit, or begin…

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Launch of Trams to Newhaven passenger services

The sun shone on Leith today (Wednesday, 7 June) when passenger services on Edinburgh’s new tram line to Newhaven were launched, with the help of the community along the route. The first paying customers were able to board the service, operated by Edinburgh Trams, between Newhaven and Picardy Place (and onward…

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Consultation launched on plans for new coastal town in the Capital

The creation of a £1.3bn connected and sustainable new coastal town at Granton Waterfront in Edinburgh has reached its next major phase. The Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) to transform Edinburgh’s largest brownfield site has been published today.  The plans have been developed in partnership with Cruden Homes (East) Ltd. They include…

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