City of Edinburgh Council3 days agoMobile phones to be banned in all Edinburgh secondary schoolsFrom August, pupils will have to put their devices in magnetically sealed pouches throughout the school day, including during breaks and lunchtime.3 days ago4 days agoCouple arrested in Spain over gangland murder bidThe couple are alleged to have shot the victim four times on his doorstep in the San Javier district of Santiago de la Ribera in November 2024.4 days ago7 days agoPainting bought for $100 in US charity shop sells for £190,000Art teacher Helene Plotkin bought the work in White Plans, New York in 1966, unaware it was by Scottish Colourist FCB Cadell.7 days ago3 Jun 2026SNP councillors step down after being elected MSPsSimita Kumar and Kate Campbell are resigning as SNP councillors after being elected as MSPs.3 Jun 202627 May 2026Green light for Edinburgh Taxi Outing after police escort rowThe annual charity convoy is now set to go ahead on 9 June after a dispute over a police escort threatened its cancellation.27 May 202626 May 2026Charity children's taxi outing cancelled after police 'policy change'Organisers say that without a police motorbike escort they could not guarantee the children's comfort and safety26 May 202618 May 2026Edinburgh council reaches settlement after suing tram law firmThe tram project from Edinburgh city centre to the airport went over budget by £400m and was delivered five years late.18 May 20262 Apr 2026Brothel boss barred from becoming Edinburgh landlordIan Haig failed to declare a conviction for running the Scorpio Leisure sauna during his application.2 Apr 20261 Apr 2026Public asked for views on Edinburgh drug consumption roomThe consultation, which consists of an online survey and drop in sessions, will stay open for 13 weeks until 1 July. 1 Apr 2026...
