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  • Parking Permit Diesel Surcharge

    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 tax changed to encourage people to buy diesel cars to cut their carbon footprint. As a result, the number of diesel cars on Britain’s roads increased from around 7% in 1994 to around 40% today. ... More
    Opened 24 October 2017

  • Reimagining Melville Crescent

    We are seeking your views on proposals to improve Melville Crescent to make it a more pleasant environment for local residents, staff and people passing through by foot and bike. Following workshops with formal stakeholders and a Public Exhibition on Saturday 7 October, this consultation opened on Monday 9 October and will remain open for two weeks to ensure that everyone who is interested in the designs for Melville Crescent has a chance to have their say. Please look over the... More
    Opened 9 October 2017

  • Restalrig Proposed Conservation Area Designation

    The Council is responsible for the conservation and management of built heritage in the City including the designation of conservation areas as areas of special architectural or historic interest. In recognition of Restalrig’s historic and architectural interest, we are proposing its designation as a conservation area. The designation would support the conservation and enhancement of the village’s character and apperarance. More
    Opened 6 October 2017

  • School session dates 2019/20 and beyond

    This survey aims to find out what parents/carers, pupils and staff think about the timing of school holidays and how the school year should look. The responses will help to shape future school years. More
    Opened 4 October 2017

  • Plana Gàidhlig 2018-22 / Gaelic Language Plan 2018-22

    Tha am Plana Gàidhlig (PG) airson 2018/22, an dàrna eagran de Phlana na Comhairle, a’ togail air an adhartas a rinneadh agus na chaidh ionnsachadh leis a’ chiad Phlana . Chaidh am Plana seo ullachadh fo Earrainn 3 de dh’Achd na Gàidhlig (Alba) 2005, a tha a’ fàgail dleastanas reachdail air Comhairle Baile Dhùn Èideann gus Plana ullachadh a h-uile còig bliadhna. Tha e na amas don dàrna eagran seo den Phlana gum bi luchd-labhairt na Gàidhlig nas fileanta... More
    Opened 2 October 2017

  • Kirk Brae - Island Removal

    A request has been received by local residents to remove a traffic island outside No.52 Kirk Brae. This proposal involves the removal of a traffic island on Kirk Brae. A pedestrian crossing assessment was carried out at the location of the traffic island. This assessment showed that the island was not being used as a pedestrian crossing facility. The island in question has been struck by passing traffic several times and it is felt that the removal of this island will improve road... More
    Opened 25 September 2017

  • Strategy for setted streets

    The Council, in partnership with Historic Environment Scotland and Edinburgh World Heritage, is developing a strategy for the protection and management of setted streets in the city. A key part of this is gathering the views of the public on the value of setted streets and their contribution to Edinburgh’s cityscape. More
    Opened 13 September 2017

  • Carers' Act Critera

    Unpaid carers are the largest group of providers of care in Scotland. They should be recognised as equal partners in providing vital care and support. Carers should be supported and not be worse off by caring. Carers, and the people they support, must be at the centre of care planning. They should have the opportunity to define their contribution to the care of the person, know what to expect and be clear about the support they are entitled to. In the case of young carers, they are... More
    Opened 11 September 2017

  • Edinburgh Taxi Unmet Demand Survey 2017

    The Council acts as a Licensing Authority for the purpose of licensing taxis within the City of Edinburgh. In line with the powers contained in the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982, the Council has adopted a policy of limiting the number of taxi licences issued where there is no evidence of significant unmet demand. The Council last formally reviewed this position in 2013. At present there are 1316 licences for taxis within the city. The Council is required to keep this position under... More
    Opened 5 September 2017

  • Taxi Fare Review 2017

    The City of Edinburgh Council reviews taxi fares every 18 months and must consult on any proposals to change the taxi fare tariff. More
    Opened 4 September 2017

  • Early Learning and Childcare: expansion to 1140 hours parent/carer survey

    The Scottish Government plans to expand Early Learning and Childcare for all three and four year olds and eligible two year olds by 2020. Last year, we consulted with parents/carers to help us to begin to plan for the expansion. This year, we are asking parents/carers for their views to help plan the next phase of the expansion. Please take a few minutes to complete our online survey (see link below). More
    Opened 24 August 2017

  • Westbank Street Development

    Background Land at Westbank Street in Portobello is being sold. This land is currently used by Powerleague for five-a-side football. Powerleague hold a long-term lease on this land and have informed the Council that they do not wish to continue operating their business at this site. The Council owns the land and has agreed to sell it, jointly with powerleague. What will happen to Powerleague Powerleague want to close their business at Westbank Street because it is no longer... More
    Opened 21 August 2017

  • Bonaly Road Raised Crossing

    The Council proposes to improve visibility for vehicles and pedestrians, as well as introduce new pedestrian crossing facilities on Bonaly Road at the junction with Bonaly Wester. Preliminary plans have been developed for the scheme. More
    Opened 21 August 2017

  • Council Tenants' Discount Scheme

    Help us to extend the Council tenants' discount scheme and be in with a chance of winning a £20 shopping voucher In April 2016, the Council introduced a Tenant Discount Scheme, which gives Council tenants a discount on DIY materials in a number of stores across the city. Tenants have told us that they are facing real difficulties meeting everyday costs. The Council is therefore seeking to expand the scheme and increase the number of discounts and promotions on goods and services... More
    Opened 12 August 2017

  • Community Payback Consultation

    We want to hear your views on Community Payback Orders (CPO). These are given out by the Court to offenders to pay for their crimes as an alternative to a prison sentence. In particular, we want to know what you think about the unpaid work part of a CPO, which replaced community service in 2011. This is when an offender does unpaid work within the community. Do you have any experience of offenders doing unpaid work in your community? Do you have any ideas about... More
    Opened 1 August 2017

  • Development in the Countryside and Greenbelt Guidance Review

    The Council prepares a Local Development Plan to direct new development. Policy Env 10 of the Plan advises on new development in the countryside and green belt. This Guidance gives further interpretation of the policy. More
    Opened 17 July 2017

  • Tollcross Town Centre Supplementary Guidance Review

    The Council is responsible for managing the mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and other uses in its town centres. We are reviewing the current town centre Supplementary Guidance for Tollcross. This will set out where uses can change and how we plan for a mix of uses to support the town centres as a place to shop, visit, live and work. More
    Opened 17 July 2017

  • Gorgie/Dalry Town Centre Supplementary Guidance Review

    The Council is responsible for managing the mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and other uses in its town centres. We are reviewing the current town centre Supplementary Guidance for Gorgie/Daly. This will set out where uses can change and how we plan for a mix of uses to support the town centres as a place to shop, visit, live and work. More
    Opened 17 July 2017

  • Corstorphine Town Centre Supplementary Guidance Review

    The Council is responsible for managing the mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and other uses in its town centres. We are reviewing the current town centre Supplementary Guidance for Corstorphine. This will set out where uses can change and how we plan for a mix of uses to support the town centres as a place to shop, visit, live and work. More
    Opened 17 July 2017

  • Energy Advice Service for Council Tenants

    Help us to design a new energy advice service for tenants and be in with a chance of winning a £20 shopping voucher Tenants have told us that they are facing real difficulties meeting everyday costs. Many tenants who took part in last year’s budget consultation supported the idea of a new advice service to help them to cut their energy costs. As a result, we’re going to test out a new energy advice service, over the next two years, which we expect will help over 2,000 Council... More
    Opened 26 June 2017

  • Queensferry High Student Travel Survey

    Queensferry High is getting active! Being active not only improves your physical and mental health and well being. It has been found to improve concentration and people's ability to learn. In addition, it can reduce traffic congestion and noise and air pollution on the school run and improve the local environment As part of this, we'd like to know about how you travel and if there are any barriers which discourage you from travelling on foot, by bike and by public transport. ... More
    Opened 12 June 2017

  • The New Queensferry High School: Pre-planning consultation

    Later this year the Council plans to submit a planning application for a new Queensferry High School. The new school would be built on the current school’s playing fields and, following completion of the new school, the old school would be demolished with the area landscaped and a new pitch created on the site. In addition, a separate planning application will be submitted shortly to create a 3G pitch alongside the Queensferry Sports and Community Hub to ensure that pupils can... More
    Opened 2 June 2017

  • Cycling and walking improvements from Holyrood Park to Ratcliffe Terrace

    This consultation gives people the opportunity to express their views about initial proposed designs for a cycle route and walking improvements between Holyrood Park and Ratcliffe Terrace. The route, called QuietRoute 30, will form part of the QuietRoutes Network which is being implemented across Edinburgh. The aim of the network is to provide routes that are easy, safe and convenient to use by people of any level of cycling experience. It will also improve conditions for people walking.... More
    Opened 19 May 2017

  • Cycling and walking improvements between Saughton Park and QuietRoute 8

    This consultation gives people the opportunity to express their views about proposed initial designs for cycling and walking improvements between Saughton Park and the existing QuietRoute 8 at Baird Drive and Stenhouse Drive. These designs are part of planned improvements to the cycling route, called QuietRoute 8. This route forms part of the QuietRoutes Network which is being implemented across Edinburgh. The aim of the network is to provide routes that are easy, safe and convenient to... More
    Opened 19 May 2017

  • Demand for Taxis and Private Hire Cars in Edinburgh

    There are two types of licensed vehicle in Edinburgh: taxis and Private Hire Cars. Taxis in Edinburgh are generally purpose built wheelchair accessible cabs and have an illuminated TAXI sign on the roof. Taxis should be the only vehicles picking up passengers at ranks in Edinburgh. Private Hire Cars are usually saloon vehicles and must have door stickers visible with “Pre-Booked Hires Only” on them. Private Hire Cars must be pre-booked. City of Edinburgh Council follows a policy... More
    Opened 13 May 2017

  • Age Limitation of Taxis and Private Hire Cars (Air Quality)

    You may be aware that in recent months there has been significant media coverage about pollution levels in the UK. The main causes of pollution in towns and cities are Nitrogen Oxide and Nitrogen Dioxide (referred to as Nitrogen Oxides), which are produced in the emissions from petrol and diesel vehicles. Air quality in city centres is a major public health concern. Diesel produces Nitrogen Oxides and minute ‘particulates’ that are harmful to health. Although invisible to the naked eye,... More
    Opened 21 April 2017

  • Town Centre Draft Supplementary Guidance – Stockbridge Town Centre

    The Council is responsible for managing the mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and other uses in its town centres. We are preparing new supplementary guidance for Stockbridge Town Centre. This will set out where uses can change and how we plan for a mix of uses to support the town centres as a place to shop, visit, live and work. More
    Opened 18 April 2017

  • Town Centre Draft Supplementary Guidance – Portobello Town Centre

    The Council is responsible for managing the mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and other uses in its town centres. We are preparing new supplementary guidance for Portobello Town Centre. This will set out where uses can change and how we plan for a mix of uses to support the town centres as a place to shop, visit, live and work. More
    Opened 18 April 2017

  • Town Centre Draft Supplementary Guidance – Nicolson Street/Clerk Street

    The Council is responsible for managing the mix of shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs and other uses in its town centres. We are preparing new supplementary guidance for Nicolson Street/Clerk Street. This will set out where uses can change and how we plan for a mix of uses to support the town centres as a place to shop, visit, live and work. More
    Opened 18 April 2017

  • Review of Edinburgh Design Guidance

    The Edinburgh Design Guidance (the Guidance) was originally approved in May 2013. We are now updating it to reflect changes in local and national policy and would like to hear from you. We are proposing a range of changes across the Guidance, with key changes centred on the Council’s Parking Standards, advice on Build to Rent Housing, and designation of protected views to the Forth Bridge. We would like to hear your views on these important areas, as well as on the broader... More
    Opened 10 April 2017
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