Inside story: Are the Scottish Greens at war? What conference showed The Scottish Greens are currently engaged in what appears to be a bitter feud between members and the party leadership ... The National (Scotland) · Apr 12, 2025
‘Second-class citizens’: Edinburgh councillors on UK's nations and regions meeting THE Labour Government has been accused of treating Scots as “second-class citizens” after a meeting of nations and regions set to take place… The National (Scotland) · Oct 10, 2024
Green candidate aims to improve disability representation at Westminster A "RISING star" councillor running in the General Election has said Westminster does not "care" about disabled people as she… The National (Scotland) · May 28, 2024
Concerned Edinburgh locals gobsmacked as council put new sign 'in middle of pavement' On busy Great Junction Street in Leith, road signs directing traffic have been placed in the middle of the footpath and locals have spoken out over their concern. Edinburgh Live · May 10, 2023
Edinburgh woman in wheelchair 'forced into oncoming traffic' by pavement parkers Councillor Kayleigh O'Neill has spoken out about the dangers she faces regularly as a wheelchair user when coming across drivers who have parked on pavements in the city. Edinburgh Live · Apr 20, 2023
Disabled Edinburgh councillor slams council for making her route to work 'unsafe' with white blocks The councillor, who relies on a mobility scooter to get to and from council meetings, has said that the blocks make the pathway unsafe for those with disabilities and cyclists amongst others. Edinburgh Live · Nov 24, 2022
Edinburgh resident and local politician condemn businesses for pavement parking A local resident hit out at those breaking parking rules after vans for Scottish Power and Impact Signs could be seen blocking the pavement on Leith Walk on October 20 shortly after noon. Edinburgh Live · Oct 21, 2022
Edinburgh city council accused of creating anti-disabled spaces as Fringe gets underway MSP Kayleigh O’Neill claims the council is creating a 'disabled-free zone' and condemned their decision to restrict the ability of those with mobility issues to travel around the city centre. Daily Record · Aug 5, 2022
Edinburgh woman slams Royal Mail after van on pavement blocks her way home Local Green councillor, Kayleigh O'Neill, has said that she hoped to bring the issue to the attention of Royal Mail and the Scottish Government with the hope of improving conditions. Edinburgh Live · Jul 11, 2022
Edinburgh councillor calls for change at City Chambers after wheelchair access problems Councillor Kayleigh O'Neill was elected less than a week ago - but is already pushing for significant changes at the City Chambers to improve accessibility for wheelchair users. Edinburgh Live · May 11, 2022
Edinburgh Election 2022: Forth candidates fighting for accessibility and beach water monitoring Eight candidates are vying for one of four council seats up for grabs in Forth, which is home to major developments in the city including the Trams to Newhaven project and Granton waterfront regeneration. Edinburgh Live · Apr 26, 2022
Edinburgh Spaces for People attacked for 'political purposes' says council transport boss The creation of temporary cycle lanes, widened pavements and pedestrianised streets has sparked controversy in Edinburgh over the last two years. Edinburgh Live · Apr 13, 2022
Edinburgh Greens' election bid sees candidates fielded in every ward The Edinburgh branch of the Scottish Greens are focusing on poverty and pollution Edinburgh Live · Mar 24, 2022
Edinburgh woman 'trapped' after van blocks off accessible pathway for wheelchairs Kayleigh O'Neill, 22, works as the caseworker for MSP Lorna Slater, and was out for some fresh air in between meetings at the Scottish Parliament when she was blocked off. Edinburgh Live · Feb 3, 2022