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A @metoffice.bsky.social yellow weather warning for wind is in place covering Edinburgh this Sunday (23 February) ⚠️ Please plan ahead and keep up to date with the latest forecast here: weather.metoffice.gov.uk/forecast/gcv...

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Councillors have agreed a balanced budget for the year ahead, focused on protecting and investing in frontline services. Full story: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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Due to forecasted wind speeds of over 40mph tomorrow (Friday 21 February) and Sunday (23 February) Princes Street Gardens will be closed to the public. Site inspections will be carried out before re-opening to ensure the site is safe.

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A @metoffice.bsky.social yellow weather warning for wind is in place covering Edinburgh this Sunday (23 February) ⚠️ Please plan ahead and keep up to date with the latest forecast here: weather.metoffice.gov.uk/forecast/gcv...

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Councillors will make tough financial decisions tomorrow to balance our budget, agree spending priorities and set Council Tax rates for the year ahead. You can tune in to the webcast live from 10am edinburgh.public-i.tv/core/portal/...

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We've created a draft plan to transform Seafield into a new environmentally friendly neighbourhood and we want to hear your thoughts. Find out more about our plans and how you can share your views: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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Under the Leith Connections project, we're making walking, wheeling, cycling easier and safer for everyone whilst providing new community spaces. Councillors today approved making the trial measures permanent. Read the full report and measures here: democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/ieListDocume...

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Our gritting teams are out this morning treating priority one and two routes due to the yellow weather warning ⚠️ Find out more about the priority system for gritting routes and where your nearest grit bin is on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/gritting

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A @metoffice.bsky.social yellow weather warning for snow and ice is in place for tomorrow morning ⚠️ Our gritting teams will be out treating priority routes. Please take care, plan ahead and keep up to date with the latest forecast: weather.metoffice.gov.uk/forecast/gcv...

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North Bridge will be closed to northbound traffic from Mon 17 Feb for 6 weeks for resurfacing work. Pedestrians will be able to use the pavement. Cyclists can either dismount and wheel bikes down the west side or use alternative routes : www.edinburgh.gov.uk/road-project...

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Temperatures are set to drop tonight so our gritting teams will be out again. Find out more information on gritting and where your nearest grit bin is on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/gritting

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The Travelling Gallery returns! 🚌 The exhibition 'Between Women' will start off in Edinburgh on Monday (17 February) before going on to Glasgow, Dundee, Cupar and St Andrews. Find out more on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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From Monday 17 February there will be a northbound closure on North Bridge for six weeks. We appreciate your patience as we carry out these essential works. Find out more on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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There's another frosty night forecast, so our crews will be out gritting priority routes. Find out more about how we plan and prioritise gritting www.edinburgh.gov.uk/gritting

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Culture and Communities Convener Val Walker writes in today's Edinburgh Evening News about the importance of community councils and how you can make your voice heard. Nominations are open until February 27 to stand as a community councillor: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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We're investing over £25m into our Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) and welfare buses fleet, all with enhanced safety features. Transport and Environment Convener Stephen Jenkinson was at Bankhead Depot this morning to see these vehicles and meet colleagues: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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It's going to be another frosty night, so we'll be out gritting the roads. If you want to know more about where we grit or how to use your nearest grit bin, visit our website www.edinburgh.gov.uk/gritting

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Music on the Mezzanine returns to Central Library! 🎶 Ten concerts are scheduled between February 15 and June 21 🎸 Free tickets and more information can be found here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on/edi...

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On Sunday Scotland face Ireland at Murrayfield Stadium 🏉 We're expecting the city centre and the Murrayfield area to be very busy. Please plan ahead, allow plenty of time for your journey and use public transport or walk wherever possible.

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Our crews will be gritting priority routes tonight, but if you need a little extra grit for your street you can use your nearest grit bin. Find your nearest one on our website edinburgh.gov.uk/gritting

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In introducing her first report as Council Leader, Jane Meagher, congratulates our two new Councillors and welcomes the introduction of Scotland’s first visitor levy last month. Read more: democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/documents/s7...

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Join us at 10am for our Council meeting. It’s a busy agenda which can be viewed: democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/ieListDocume... If you wish to watch online, tune into the webcast: edinburgh.public-i.tv/core/portal/...

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In just a few weeks Councillors will meet to set the Council's budget. In order to balance finances and invest in services like schools and roads, they will need to consider increasing Council Tax. Convener Cllr Mandy Watt explains: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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The election period for community councils in Edinburgh is officially underway! We're looking for people who have a passion for their local areas to stand for election. Nominations open from tomorrow until February 27. Find out more on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/.../communit....

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This February marks the 20th anniversary of LGBT+ History Month and we're flying the flag to show Edinburgh's support 🏳️‍🌈 www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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Warriston Cemetery and Comely Bank Cemetery remain closed whilst our teams continue to work on tree damage following Storm Eowyn. Once these sites have been made safe they will be reopened to the public. We appreciate your patience whilst we carry out this essential work 🌲

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This #NationalStorytellingWeek, we want to hear about your connections to Edinburgh's past. We've created a dedicated website, Our Town Stories, for people to explore Edinburgh's diverse history as part of our #Edinburgh900 celebrations. Find out more: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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Tomorrow afternoon Scotland take on Italy at Murrayfield Stadium in the Six Nations 🏉🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇮🇹 We're expecting the city centre and the Murrayfield area to be very busy. Please plan ahead, allow plenty of time for your journey and use public transport wherever possible.

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It's been a year since we began enforcement on pavement parking to make our streets accessible and safe for all. The benefits on pedestrians and road users have been praised by @guidedogsuk.bsky.social @livingstreetsedi.bsky.social Find out more: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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‘First of its kind’, Maybury Primary School has welcomed its first pupils this week - 25 excited P1 learners. The brand new primary school is part of the ‘Maybury Community Hub’ and is the first school in Edinburgh to share a campus with a medical practice. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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As we approach the third anniversary of Russia's illegal war against Ukraine the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain (AUGB) are hosting a fundraising concert at the Usher Hall to provide humanitarian aid to those in need 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇦 More information and tickets here: usherhall.co.uk/whats-on/ukr...

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Nelson Monument, one of Edinburgh’s most iconic landmarks, will temporarily close for the final phase of essential refurbishment works and the reinstallation of its historic Timeball and mast. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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Following the completion of safety inspections today, Drummond High School, Forrester High School & Craigmount High School will reopen as normal tomorrow (Tuesday 28 January). Schools will contact parents/carers directly. All other schools, nurseries & early year settings reopened this morning.

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All schools, nurseries & early years settings will reopen on Monday with the following exceptions: Drummond High, Forrester High & Craigmount High will remain closed pending further building inspections on Mon morning. Schools are contacting parents/guardians directly.

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A @metoffice.bsky.social yellow weather warning for snow and ice is in place covering Edinburgh from 6pm tonight until 10am tomorrow. Our gritting teams will be out treating priority one routes. Updates and advice following #StormEowyn are on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclo...

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We're catching up on bin collections. If you were due a collection on Friday: - put your bins out for collection this evening - we'll empty them over Sunday and Monday - there may be some delays Thanks for your patience after Storm Eowyn. More information: edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclo...

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Our teams are working hard to clear up trees, bins and debris. Conditions are still dangerous out there, so please stay safe. For the latest updates on Council services like schools, bins, roads and damaged buildings: edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclo...

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A @metoffice.bsky.social yellow weather warning for snow and ice is in place covering Edinburgh from midnight tonight until 11am tomorrow. Our gritting teams will be out treating priority one routes this evening. Latest updates and advice are on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclo...

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A @metoffice.bsky.social amber warning for wind remains in place covering Edinburgh until 9pm this evening, with a further yellow warning for wind until 3pm tomorrow. Keep up to date with the latest forecast, stay safe and follow the advice on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclo...

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#StormEowyn We'll start collecting wheelie bins on Sunday, but we expect delays. If you were due a collection on Friday, put your bin, box and Christmas tree out on Saturday evening. We'll collect over Sun and Mon. We’ll get to them as soon as we can. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclosures

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There are a lot of fallen trees and damaged buildings so it's still not safe to drive or go out. Please follow Police Scotland advice to stay indoors as you may be at risk from falling debris.

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We're aware of fallen communal bins. Our crews will get to them as soon as it's safe to do so. The best way to let us know about fallen or dangerous trees is to send us a message on Facebook. Stay safe and keep up to date with disruption to Council services: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclosures

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Neil Cuthbert of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party and Conor Savage of the Scottish Labour Party have been duly elected to serve in the City of Edinburgh Council as members for the Colinton/Fairmilehead Ward 🗳 www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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The count is underway at Waverley Court for the Colinton/Fairmilehead by election! 🗳

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'Our absolute priority is to make sure our residents and colleagues are safe.' Council Leader Jane Meagher. We're suspending all non-essential services tomorrow with the arrival of #StormEowyn Find out more on our website: www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article...

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⚠️ Please don't put your wheelie bins and boxes out for collection tomorrow. Friday collections will run over the weekend instead. You should put bins out for collection on Saturday when it is safe to do so - for collection from Sunday. www.edinburgh.gov.uk/emergencyclosures

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