The Latest Breaking News from Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh police seize car 'stolen from London' during routine patrol

After stopping the vehicle during a patrol on Monday afternoon, officers discovered it was in fact stolen over 400 miles away just three days ago as enquiries into the theft remain ongoing

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

East Lothian councillor warns people would be 'hungry, sober and naked' without farmers

Planning convenor Norman Hampshire said people who move into former farm steadings in the countryside and then object to farms operating beside them was a growing issue in East Lothian

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Plane passenger caught out while 'pretending to sleep' to get a better seat

A woman named Chelsea Zeferina has taken to social media to complain about how a man tried to claim her seat on a plane that she pre-booked - just by falling asleep.

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Married Scottish teacher 'used burner phone to arrange illicit meet-ups with pupil'

The chemistry teacher at Levenmouth Academy in Fife is facing being struck off, after he reportedly engaged in an 18-month-long affair with a student.

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Popular Edinburgh slang sayings that still draw funny looks from tourists and newcomers

Those who have lived in Edinburgh their whole lives have a way of speaking that can sometimes go over the average person's head - so we're here to help you out.

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Edinburgh dad fundraises while knowing he’s at risk of incurable disease

A semi-retired Edinburgh dad took on the London Marathon with his daughter, raising funds for the Scottish Huntington’s Association after his father died from the genetic disease at the age of 47.

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Edinburgh Leisure members warned as 'no-show' and late cancellation fees introduced

Edinburgh Leisure have announced that they will introduce no show or late cancellation fees from today. They hope that this will encourage members to think ahead if they know they will be unable to make an activity.

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Thousands of Cadbury treats recalled over fears of listeria contamination

The main product being pulled from supermarket shelves are the popular Cadbury dessert pots, made by dairy and milk supplier Müller, over fears of listeria contamination.

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Historic Edinburgh building to be transformed into trendy 'defurbished’ office space

Work is underway on refurbishing a well-known George Street building, which will deliver the first ‘defurbished’ office space in the area which is expected to be completed by 2023.

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023

Plans to transform iconic Edinburgh stationery shop into multi-storey restaurant

The building was formerly known as Newington Stationers before its sad closure at the start of the year. Now, an application has been submitted which would see it become a multi-storey restaurant

Edinburgh Live · May 2, 2023