The Latest Breaking News from Edinburgh

Scottish city to introduce country’s first tourist tax

Those staying in the city will have to pay a 5% fee per night

The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2025

Edinburgh council agrees Scotland’s first visitor levy charge at online meeting

Visitors staying in the city will have to pay a 5% fee per night, capped at seven nights.

Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2025

Succession star Brian Cox to return to Scottish stage this summer

The Scottish-born actor will star in Make It Happen at the Edinburgh International Festival.

Evening Standard · Jan 24, 2025

Britain's biggest bike ride needs as many volunteers as it does riders - could it be you?

London-Edinburgh-London returns in August, and it needs 2000 volunteers to run

Cycling Weekly · Jan 23, 2025

Red ‘danger to life’ weather warning issued for part of Scotland

The alert covers the central belt including Glasgow and Edinburgh on Friday at the peak of Storm Eowyn.

Evening Standard · Jan 23, 2025

Jack Lowden joined by Martin Freeman in alcoholism drama The Fifth Step

Lowden first appeared in David Ireland’s two-hander in Edinburgh last year. For its West End run, he is paired with his ‘hero’ Freeman

The Guardian - UK · Jan 23, 2025

Michelin-starred Scottish chef to sell restaurant in Edinburgh

A SCOTTISH chef is to sell his city restaurant in Edinburgh...

The National (Scotland) · Jan 22, 2025

It’s business as usual for Duchess Sophie as she epitomises smart-casual style in teal trousers and navy blazer

The Duchess of Edinburgh is an expert at styling tailored pieces in a wearable way and her latest look is so simple to recreate

Woman & Home · Jan 22, 2025

Princess Kate Will Reportedly Join "Royal Sister" Duchess Sophie for a Glittering 60th Birthday Bash

A milestone year calls for an epic party.

Marie Claire · Jan 21, 2025

Police shut streets in central Edinburgh for probe into 'non-hazardous substances'

SEVERAL streets in the centre of Edinburgh have been closed as police investigate “non-hazardous substances” found over the weekend ...

The National (Scotland) · Jan 21, 2025