City Of Edinburgh Council

Almost a year since Scotland appointed its first dedicated housing minister, three councils have declared housing emergencies due to mounting pressures in their local housing systems and dozens of others could be set to follow. Now housing bodies across Scotland are making a concerted effort to say

Around 3,700 residents were interviewed face-to-face between July and September 2023, with 94% of the respondents saying they are satisfied with life in Edinburgh.

Councillors in Edinburgh have approved an action plan as they work towards tackling the severe shortage of suitable housing in the capital.

Thirteen projects were awarded grants totalling £52,624 at an awards ceremony for the £eith Chooses programme at Leith Community Centre last week.

Millions of pounds will be spent on protecting and improving crucial frontline services in Edinburgh after councillors agreed a balanced budget for 2024/25.

The climate emergency, creating a sustainable visitor experience and the conservation and maintenance of buildings and public spaces are some of the actions included in the proposed new management plan for Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns’ World Heritage Site.

A developer is considering its options after councillors in Edinburgh granted planning permission for new homes and commercial space in the city centre but its education contribution was increased by £2 million on the toss of a coin.

Councillors in Edinburgh have considered a report outlining proposals for balancing the city’s budget.

A trio of community consultation events will take place this week in Liberton ahead of the City of Edinburgh Council's major transformation of the site into much needed homes.

The City of Edinburgh Council is asking residents to give their feedback on a long-term plan for decarbonising heat in buildings and improving energy efficiency.

The City of Edinburgh Council’s Advice Shop has achieved accreditation to the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers.

Capital residents are being asked to play a key role in shaping the city’s response to the climate and nature emergencies.

The City of Edinburgh Council is undertaking an archaeological excavation at Cowan's Close, the site of a proposed residential scheme.

The chief executive of the City of Edinburgh Council has announced that he is to retire. Andrew Kerr, who turns 65 in March, has informed council leader Cammy Day of his plans to leave his post on 14 June.

Homelessness duties provided by Glasgow City Council and the City of Edinburgh Council are to be monitored by the Scottish Housing Regulator (SHR) amid concerns that demands for services now exceed their capacity to respond.