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Edinburgh Live · Aug 16, 2022

Bin strikes in Scotland blamed on politicians who offered workers 'poverty pay'

Council workers in Edinburgh will down tools on Thursday in the first wave of strike action that will soon roll-out across Scotland.

Daily Record · Aug 16, 2022

Jaw-dropping Edinburgh Waverley footage shows huge crowds arriving for Fringe

Over 800,000 people visited the capital's busiest train station during the first seven days of the world-famous Edinburgh Festival Fringe - as fans of the arts return to the city.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 16, 2022

Edinburgh Zoo hits back at visitor who complained the top attraction is 'hilly'

The popular attraction offers a breathtaking view of the city from its highest point at Corstorphine Hill - however, some are disappointed they need to climb up to it.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 16, 2022

Iconic Edinburgh clock returns to Leith Walk after 15 years as part of tram works

The London Road clock has returned to Leith Walk after a full restoration and 15 years in storage as part of the Trams to Newhaven project. The clock will be fully situated and installed by tomorrow.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 16, 2022

Edinburgh Airport issues update over security wait times as queues return to 'normal'

Edinburgh Airport took to social media over the peak summer season to update customers on wait times at security - but as the summer holidays come to a close for Scottish schools, this will now change.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 16, 2022

Edinburgh weather: Capital set for highs of 22C after spells of rain and thunderstorms

According to Accuweather, the capital is set to see highs of over 20C before the end of the month - it comes as much of the UK has seen downpours and thunderstorms across the last few days.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 16, 2022

Train strikes: Why are this week’s rail walkouts happening and who will be affected?

Following June’s widespread train cancellations, the UK will see three days of rail chaos due to strikes

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2022

Lanarkshire music fans' first look at map of Connect Music Festival site

With less than two weeks to go Edinburgh's Connect Music Festival reveals a sneak peek of the site ahead of its debut

Daily Record · Aug 16, 2022

Who went too far: Jerry Sadowitz or those who cancelled his Edinburgh fringe show?

Questions of free speech offer no simple answers, but it’s clear that this is a watershed moment in comedy, says Guardian comedy critic Brian Logan

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2022