‘Business as usual’ in Edinburgh as Princes Street reopens after major fire The council leader said the city ‘is getting back to business as usual’, with tram and bus services fully resumed. Evening Standard · Aug 29
Kate Garraway cracks up laughing as she's caught sneaking back onto GMB set Presenter joked that she’d spent ‘too long in the shower’ and hadn’t returned before the advert break was over Evening Standard · Jul 30
Richard Madeley walks off GMB set over 'pet peeve' as co-host says 'he's had enough' The 70-year-old presenter stormed out after a discussion about irritating habits with Kate Garraway Evening Standard · Jul 28
Kate Garraway forced to halt live Good Morning Britain interview after 'rude' on-air incident Kate Garraway was forced to apologise to viewers after a passer-by made a ‘rude gesture’ Evening Standard · Jul 24
First UK city-wide tourist tax begins – here’s how much it will cost The first round of funding will be reinvested into Edinburgh’s festival offerings The Independent UK · Jul 24
High costs in Edinburgh ‘little to do’ with new visitor levy, says council The UK’s first visitor levy is set to come into force on Friday as performers speak out against rising costs. Evening Standard · Jul 23
Part of Princes Street to 'remain closed for foreseeable future' following fire A SECTION of Princes Street will remain shut for the foreseeable future following a fire, Police Scotland has said ... The National (Scotland) · Jul 17
Blaze at historic building in Edinburgh ‘upsetting’, council leader says Jane Meagher said the main priority after the fire at the former Debenhams site now ‘has got to be safety’. Evening Standard · Jul 9
Hydration stations and 'heat respite areas' considered ahead of Edinburgh festivals EXTRA hydration stations and "heat respite areas" are among ideas the council’s leader is considering advocating for as Edinburgh faces… The National (Scotland) · Jun 26
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay could be part-funded by visitor levy – council leader The so-called tourist tax will add 5% to accommodation bills in the Scottish capital from July. Evening Standard · Dec 31, 2025
Edinburgh ready to enjoy Hogmanay after ‘disappointment’ of last year Last year’s events to welcome the New Year had to be cancelled because of a storm. The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025
Investigation launched into death of man in council toilets City of Edinburgh Council will launch an investigation into the death of a man in a city chambers toilet ... The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2025
Scottish city's economy outperforms London's for first time EDINBURGH has been hailed as Scotland’s financial “powerhouse” as its economy has surpassed London’s for the first time, new data has shown… The National (Scotland) · Jun 25, 2025
Tributes paid after Scottish councillor's 'sudden and unexpected' death Tributes have been paid to a serving Scottish councillor after her “sudden and unexpected death” ... The National (Scotland) · Apr 17, 2025
Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2025 City council could agree Scotland’s first visitor levy charge at online meeting Members of Edinburgh’s city council are to meet online to discuss plans to introduce a charge on visitors staying overnight in the area.
The National (Scotland) · Jan 17, 2025 Unionists slated for turning down SNP's 'ambitious' Edinburgh tourist tax plan UNIONIST councillors in Edinburgh have turned down “ambitious” SNP proposals for a 7 tourist tax which would have seen £20 million a year put…
The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025 Business leaders warn capital councillors over visitor levy timing The Federation of Small Businesses warned of ‘significant disruption’ under the current deadlines for Edinburgh City Council’s planned new charge.
The Independent UK · Jan 10, 2025 Edinburgh set to introduce tourist tax in bid to raise £50m a year Scotland’s first visitor levy could see tourists pay extra to stay from July 2026
The National (Scotland) · Jan 8, 2025 Edinburgh poised to approve visitor levy to generate £50m a year Councillors in Edinburgh say they could be the first in Scotland to agree a visitor levy – with the charge expected to bring in up to £50 million…
Evening Standard · Jan 1, 2025 New weather warning for ice issued across Scotland The Met Office extended a yellow weather warning for ice on New Year’s Day.
The Independent UK · Jan 1, 2025 Snow expected in northern Scotland amid ‘challenging’ weather conditions The Scottish Environment Protection Agency has warned communities to prepare for a risk of flooding.
The National (Scotland) · Dec 19, 2024 'Farcical': Vote for Labour's 'super minority' on Edinburgh Council panned A DECISION to keep Labour in power in Edinburgh has been described as a “farcical spectacle” after the scandal-hit ex-leader took part while the…
International Business Times UK · May 30, 2024 Scotland Relocates Homeless to England and More To Accommodate Swifties and $125M Economic Boost As Scotland's housing crisis continues, homeless individuals are being relocated to make room for tourists going to Taylor Swift's "Eras" tour.
Edinburgh Live · Jun 27, 2023 Disgusted Edinburgh mum's health fears as pigeons 'take over' council flats A mum from Edinburgh has been left disgusted by the mess left by pigeons nesting in May Court. While the block underwent refurbishment, bird-proofing has yet to be installed and now residents are concerned about their health.
Daily Record · Dec 15, 2022 Shocking photos show Edinburgh's homeless using carboard boxes to keep warm in 'dangerous' temperatures Steps to Hope, a local charity, are calling for more to be done to help the homeless and vulnerable this winter.