The high levels of traffic on Old Dalkeith Road at the Royal Infirmary crossing at peak times has been reported to the Council as a barrier to people trying to cross the road by bicycle and on foot. This section of the road is also too busy to meet the standards of the Council’s...More
The Council has prepared draft Supplementary Guidance on Heat Opportunities Mapping for consultation.
The draft guidance sets out potential opportunities for establishing district heat networks within the context of the Local Development Plan. It is to be used in the assessment of the most...More
The City of Edinburgh Council reviews taxi fares every 18 months and must consult on any proposals to change the taxi fare tariff.
The suggested new taxi tariff includes an increase of 50p on the initial fare on all tariffs, and an additional increase of 6% on Tariffs 1 and 2. More
It is proposed that St Crispin’s Special School be relocated to a new school site in Burdiehouse Crescent and that there is a a gradual shift in emphasis for St Crispin’s school in favour of upper primary and secondary school provision and the provision of enhanced accommodation for behaviour...More
Our school crossing guides continue to deliver an excellent and highly valued service to communities across Edinburgh and we want to make sure this continues.
We have already studied our existing patrol sites; how many people use them, traffic levels and where they are located.
We are now...More
In late 2017, the City of Edinburgh Council approved the Outline Business Case for taking Edinburgh Trams to Newhaven. Since then we have spent time further developing our plans for delivering the line.
We have now reached the point where we feel the plans as proposed are ready to go out to...More
Our school crossing guides continue to deliver an excellent and highly valued service to communities across Edinburgh and we want to make sure this continues.
We have already studied our existing patrol sites; how many people use them, traffic levels and where they are located.
We...More
Easter Craiglockhart Hill Local Nature Reserve (LNR) is a prominent feature within Lothian. It provides immense habitat value for a range of different species. It is an important site for recreational activities and environmental studies.
Management of such an area is guided by a site-specific...More
The Council's Complaints Policy has been drafted as a result of a corporate review of complaints management.
The policy aims to complement the Council's complaints procedure which was implemented in 2013.
The policy sets out the Council's approach to complaints management to ensure that...More
Following on from the previous consultation, where we gave people the opportunity to express their views on the draft designs for cycling and walking improvements in Davidson's Mains Park, we are now in a position to show you our final designs.
These designs will improve the width, surfacing...More
This consultation gives people the opportunity to express their views about proposed designs for cycle safety improvements along the existing Edinburgh Tram route. More
The repairs policy for Council homes was last published in 2012. We have now updated the policy with some new and up to date information.
The policy overall remains largely unchanged, but now includes some additional information about fire safety in high rise blocks and how to prevent blocked...More
Could you help shape health and social care services for adults in Edinburgh?
The Edinburgh Integration Joint Board is seeking to recruit two people with lived experience of using health and/or social care services to join the Board and provide a service user perspective on the planning and...More
A new Commercial Plan is currently being developed, which is designed to ensure that all possible revenue generating opportunities for Museums & Galleries Edinburgh are maximised. To help ensure that all bases are covered, we would greatly appreciate your input and suggestions. More
We are considering a city-wide ban on all temporary on-street advertising structures. We want to hear views, particularly from businesses, on such a ban.
For example, you may have questions about what kind of advertising will be permitted if a ban is introduced, or concerns about how much time...More
We’re reviewing the parts of the Council’s street trading policy which relate to pedicabs and we would like to hear your views on proposals for guidance and policies on their use. Through the policy, we’re aiming to address the concerns previously raised and offers a solution to the issue...More
In the Fairmilehead area of the city there is a grassed area known as "Swanston Park" and there are currently 39 healthy trees located on that site. More
The Council has prepared draft Supplementary Guidance on Developer Contributions and Infrastructure Delivery for consultation.
The supplementary guidance sets out the Council’s approach to infrastructure improvements associated with development.
The supplementary...More
The council is currently working on a project to deliver a safe and direct cycle route through the City Centre from Roseburn in the West to Leith Walk in the east, alongside improvements to the streetscape to benefit pedestrians and local businesses and residents. This is the City Centre West to...More
Public bodies in Scotland need to develop British Sign Language (BSL) plans. These need to mirror the principles of the national plan which was published in October by the Scottish Government.
Public bodies in Edinburgh and the Lothians are working together to engage BSL speakers, and...More
This stage of the consultation process provides information on the final design and sets out the project's next steps, including opportunities to respond to the proposed design (see links to project summary below) as part of the statutory processes.
There is an existing signalised pedestrian...More
This stage of the consultation process provides information on the final design and sets out the project's next steps, including opportunities to respond to the proposed design (see links to project summary below) as part of the statutory processes.
The Council is proposing to introduce three...More
The junction of Telford Road and Groathill Avenue has been highlighted by the City of Edinburgh Council’s Road Safety Team as a site for concern. This has highlighted the issue of vehicle collisions due to the existing lane arrow markings and lane destinations. More
A management plan for Lauriston Castle Gardens is currently being produced. This management plan will help to direct the future management and maintenance of the gardens and features within it.
Before producing the management plan for Lauriston Castle Gardens, we are seeking feedback on the...More
Liberton Primary School would like to know what you think about your school journey. This survey will take about 5-10 minutes to complete. We ask that each family complete only one survey. Your responses will be kept confidential and neither your name nor your child’s name will be associated...More
Through the Council's Parking Action Plan, we are reviewing parking permits in Edinburgh with the aim to improve air quality and enhance quality of life.
In the past, diesel was considered to be more environmentally-friendly than petrol, as it produces less CO 2 per mile. Fuel duty and road...More
Firrhill High School is getting active!
Being active not only improves your physical and mental health and well being. It also improves concentration and ability to learn.
Travelling sustainably on the school run can reduce traffic congestion, noise and air pollution and improve the local...More
We have recently had interest from different groups across Edinburgh wishing to hold street play events in their local communities. In response to public interest, we launched a pilot 'Playing Out' programme which ran between April and August 2017. Modelled on the Bristol 'Playing Out' scheme, its...More