The Latest Breaking News from Edinburgh

Edinburgh weather as snow and -5C temperatures forecast in capital cold snap

Forecasters have confirmed that snow is heading for the capital within days as weather maps show heavy snow across Scotland as temperatures drop well below freezing.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 2, 2023

Edinburgh Porsche driver slapped with fine after being caught using mobile phone

The flashy motor was hauled over on Seafield Road recently and officers say it was the second vehicle within just 20 minutes that they caught the driver on their phone

Edinburgh Live · Mar 2, 2023

Scots family book £3k dream holiday - but hotel is nine-hour journey and ferry ride from airport

The Edinburgh mum booked to go to Tenerife with her husband and two young children later this year - but didn't realise their hotel was in Fuerteventura.

Daily Record · Mar 2, 2023

West Lothian commuters face delays on M8 after two-vehicle crash

The incident took place after rush hour and reportedly there were no injuries. Police confirmed that a recovery service was arranged for both drivers.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023

Reckless Edinburgh teens filmed bus surfing down busy main road through Old Town

Two young boys were spotted clinging on to the back of the bus as they recklessly made their way down Nicolson Street in Edinburgh during the school pick-up rush.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023

Edinburgh police hunt schoolgirl, 12, from Dundee believed to have travelled to city

She is described as being around 5ft in height, of medium build with long fair hair. When last seen she was wearing a blue jacket, black leggings and white trainers.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023

‘It must be a BBC conspiracy’ says SNP MP left shivering in Edinburgh car park

IT’S never pleasant getting off a plane and facing a long cold wait for a lift.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 1, 2023

Gifted Edinburgh footballer in intensive care after 'sudden and severe accident'

Scott Taylor, who plays for Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale, is recovering in hospital in an induced coma after undergoing a 10-hour operation as a fundraiser is launched.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023

Edinburgh plan to remove Melville Monument slavery plaque approved as family say its 'hurtful'

The decision does not automatically mean the plaque can be removed - as permission needs to be given by those who own the monument.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023

Edinburgh tourists baffled by 'unwelcoming' sign barring customers from pub

A beloved Edinburgh pub is famous for its unique signage at its front door—which has divided tourists after a local shared a picture of it online.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 1, 2023