Edinburgh transport convener Scott Arthur said he felt "quite ashamed" as he listened to the problems disabled people and others faced in coping with the revamped Leith Walk. A succession of deputations to the city council's transport and environment committee on Thursday raised concerns about pedestrian and cycle provision and the way the street is working following the launch of the tram extension. Cllr Arthur, who has been in post since May 2022, praised the previous transport committee for...
The future of First Minister Humza Yousaf and his government is hanging on the decision of Edinburgh Eastern MSP Ash Regan whether or not to back him in a confidence vote at Holyrood. The tight arithmetic in the Scottish Parliament following the end of the SNP-Green power-sharing agreement means Ms Regan, who defected from the SNP to Alex Salmond's Alba party last year, has the crucial vote which could determine Mr Yousaf's fate. Despite arguing repeatedly that the 2021 Bute House Agreement,...
Having lived in Edinburgh for the best part of half a century, I like to think I know a thing or two about the city, so here are 12 things I think first-time visitors to ‘Auld Reekie’ need to do. We previously took a look at the first things people discover about Edinburgh when they move here, and I’m now looking at the best tips for visitors who are experiencing the city for the first time. There are almost too many things for visitors to enjoy in Edinburgh all year round, obviously more so...
A lucky Edinburgh heating and plumbing installer who launched his own business less than three months ago has won £500 from smart thermostat company tado°. Ryan Beattie, 35, struck out on his own and started his company Thermatek in February after an 18-year career in the industry because he wanted to offer his customers tailor-made options that included smart heating and were more environmentally-friendly. He also joined tado°’s Professional programme for installers and within two weeks had won...
On April 24, 1915, Ottoman authorities arrested Armenian intellectuals and community leaders in Constantinople, leading to an estimated 1.5 million people being killed. The event, organised by the Armenian National Committee of the UK, remembered the Armenians who were massacred by the Ottoman Turks between 1915-2023 and the 150,000 Artsakh Armenians who were subjected to ethnic cleansing. Commenting after the event, Mr Day said: “It’s important to remember what happened during the Armenian...
The annual carehome.co.uk awards are based on reviews from care home residents as well as their friends and family. Colinton Care Home and St Margarets Care Home, which are part of Brighterkind Care, have scores of 9.9 and 9.8 out of 10 respectively, with reviewers praising the excellent standards of care and the kind-hearted team at the homes. Some of the reviews submitted by family and friends include: “My father was given the best possible care from his first day to his last in Colinton Care...
An Edinburgh police detective is summoned to the island of Malta, in this gripping and atmospheric murder mystery set in the Victorian era. It is the summer of 1880, and DI Sam McQueen has been called away from the gray, damp streets of Edinburgh to investigate a case on the oppressively hot Mediterranean island of Malta. Inspector Sam McQueen is out of his comfort zone. Malta is hot and his clothes are more suited to the Edinburgh climate. The local police chief is distinctly unwelcoming....
New research of 2,000 young people aged 16 to 24 across the UK, including those in Scotland has highlighted the impact of growing challenges and uncertainty young people are facing when it comes to the future, with some stark issues raised when it comes to support, career opportunities and safe places to go. Almost 1 in 2 (44%) nationally don’t feel there are enough projects in their area aimed at providing support and opportunities for them. Young people in Scotland feel there is a lack of...
The Care Inspectorate (CI) report marked Care UK’s Cairdean House, on Redford Road, as ‘very good’ and ‘good’ in all categories. The home was awarded a ‘very good’ rating in supporting people’s wellbeing and leadership, and ‘good’ in the categories relating to team members, the setting, and planning care and support. Inspectors praised the team at Cairdean House for their warm, gentle and encouraging care. One family member said: “Carers are professional, respectful and caring”, and another...
Edinburgh-based estate agent Simpson & Marwick has completed the first phase of its East Lothian expansion plan with the appointment of Charlotte Murray as senior property consultant. Ms Murray brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a proven track record of success in the region. She is set to join the company at its North Berwick base from East Lothian legal firm Paris Steele, where she spent two-and-a-half years running the estate agency side of the business. Prior to that, she had...
The Big Lunch is an annual celebration of neighbours and communities, with millions of people coming together across the country for a few hours of friendship, food and fun. The award forms part of Eden Project’s campaign to bring people and communities together for the greenest Big Lunch yet on 1-2 June. Ahead of The Big Lunch weekend, this unique award invites people UK-wide to apply for a specially designed Sharing Table made by the people at City & Guilds, plus funds towards their community...
Legendary former Hibs captain Jackie McNamara believes Hibs should keep faith with embattled manager Hibs Montgomery. But he fears that, in a business where even legends can be sacked, the current crop of players have put their gaffer under serious pressure. McNamara is adamant that the Hibs board – and the passionate fans who have supported the club in a horrific season of dashed hopes and basic failures – are right to set high expectations. He believes third place in the Scottish Premiership,...