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Who is going on strike in Scotland in August and for how long?

It's been a summer of strikes for many Scots and it looks like industrial action will continue across various sectors in August.

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Abandoned Edinburgh care home set to be turned into 142 new multi-storey flats

Plans for 142 new flats in Muirhouse have been assessed by Edinburgh council officers with a report to this week's committee meeting recommending accepting the proposal.

Edinburgh Live

Busy Edinburgh road will be closed 'for days' after fire in fish and chip shop

The Scottish Ambulance Service and Edinburgh City Council have given updates in the aftermath of a devastating fire on Monday in Newington that left multiple residents temporarily displaced and at least two local businesses destroyed.

Edinburgh Live

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BT appeal Edinburgh 'street hub' refusal amid pressure to replace eyesore phone boxes

The Scottish Government will now decide if the 75-inch screens are acceptable for the city's streets, as it looks to replace old vandalised public phones with new technology.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh council accused of creating 'anti-disabled' space in city centre

Two local politicians and an activist group have criticised Edinburgh City Council for installing bollards that essentially create an 'anti-disabled' space at George Square.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh resident hits out at litter and overflowing bins at popular beach spot

Images of the Cramond beach car park have been shared by a concerned resident who says that the problem is a terrible advert for those visiting the city this August for the Fringe Festival.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Council owed £11m in rent arrears as more tenants fall into debt

The council says getting the courts involved for repayments is a "last resort" and directed those struggling to its advice and support services.

Edinburgh Live

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Abandoned Edinburgh bakery could be transformed into huge new restaurant

The Breadshare Bakery in Leith closed their Seafield Road location in May of this year. Now, they are planning to convert their old base into a swish new restaurant.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh plans for Abercrombie and Fitch in former Jack Wills building on George Street

If approved, the American fashion retailer would open up at the former Jack Wills store at 65 George Street. Although Abercrombie and Fitch have a presence down south, this would be their only shop in Scotland.

Edinburgh Live

At risk Edinburgh bus routes will continue 'on a reduced service'

Councillors have been told First Bus is "not minded" to continue its arrangement with the council and services are expected to be reduced from next month.

Edinburgh Live

First Ukrainian refugees board temporary accommodation on Leith cruise ship

The MS Victoria passenger ship aims to host 700 Ukrainian refugees as the first displaced Ukrainians begin to board the temporary accommodation in Leith.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh resident hits out at parents parking over double yellow lines at park

Issues with parents parking their cars over double yellows and on the grass kerbs at the Gyle Park is understood to have been an ongoing issue for a number of years.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh city centre residents tell of monster rats running amok on scheme

Residents says that those staying in the Cowgate address are demanding action from Places for People and Edinburgh City Council to tackle the infestation of rodents.

Edinburgh Live

Fears newly planted Edinburgh trees could die as council has no dedicated watering resources

A councillor said the new trees could last for up to 40 years but "won't survive at all" unless a comprehensive watering programme is drawn up.

Edinburgh Live

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Claim Edinburgh site is better suited for student housing challenged in council report

The council's environmental protection team said plans for student accommodation should be rejected.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh to get 'biggest public transport expansion this century' says councillor

Edinburgh City Council's transport chief hinted at 'mystery' big plans for the city's public transport network - but it not known if an extension to the tram line will form part of this.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh set for African street food cafe and bistro under new plans

Could be a great new addition to the area! Edinburgh City Council are currently considering the proposal for the Dublin Street unit, which is near St Andrew Square.

Edinburgh Live

MSP faces backlash after claiming school bike bus pupils are being used to make cycle lanes look popular

Some parents are concerned that children taking part in a group bike ride to school are "being used as part of a highly-politicised campaign," according to Tory MSP and former Edinburgh city councillor Sue Webber.

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Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Council give green light for Fopp record store to be turned into new cocktail bar

Edinburgh City Council have given the go ahead for new restaurant, café and cocktail bar Mojo, with planning staff dismissing the one objection to the plans as 'non-material considerations'.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's 400-year-old Lauriston Castle reopening for first time since pandemic

Edinburgh City Council announced plans to re-open Lauriston Castle ahead of the summer sun and holidays. On Saturday June 25, the regular castle tour will resume alongside a weekend of fun and activities.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Christmas market 'should be accessible to low income families'

Two new companies are set to take-over running the market and Hogmanay events after the council put the multi-million pound contracts up for tender.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh primary pupils 'abuse' younger child in toilet as police investigate

Officers have confirmed that they have carried out an investigation regarding an alleged sexual assault that took place in an Edinburgh primary school that was said to have involved pupils.

Edinburgh Live

Eyesore Edinburgh secondary school from the 1960s set to be demolished

The weekend after the new school opened their doors, Old Castlebrae High School became the victim of a series of vandalism attacks that is now forcing the council to demolish the building

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Council staff make three new 'major' allegations of misconduct

The workplace culture of Edinburgh City Council is back in the spotlight as it's reported three major disclosures were made to the external whistleblowing hotline between January and April, following two damning investigations last year.

Edinburgh Live

Union backs Edinburgh sex workers in fight to keep strip clubs open

United Sex Workers have said that they are fundraising in order to fight Edinburgh City Council's decision to close all strip clubs by 2023. They say the move is imperative to protect their members safety

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