9am Briefing: Google Street View blanks wrong house - next door to Fred Goodwin

INTERNET giant Google has blanked out the wrong property in its attempt to remove Sir Fred Goodwin's house from its new Street View application, it was reported today.

Street View, which was launched last month, has caused controversy after images used in its virtual walk through of Edinburgh showed clear pictures of children and number plates.

Google has attempted to blank out as many sensitive images as possible, and has responded to the attacks on former banker Sir Fred's house and car last week by trying to remove images of his exclusive 2m property in The Grange.

However, a mix-up has resulted in the internet giant removing the house next door instead.

Cyclist attacked

A CYCLIST was knocked off his bike and kicked as he lay on the ground by three men who attacked him after pulling up in a car.

The 30-year-old man was travelling along Madeira Street and approaching the junction with Portland Place in Leith at around 11.45pm on Monday when he was assaulted.

The victim was taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary, where he was treated for injuries to his shoulder.

The suspects are all described as white, 20 to 22 years old, of average build, and wearing jeans and tops.

Anyone with any information should contact police on 0131-311 3131.

Cashmere Queen's business goes into admin

EDINBURGH'S so-called Queen of Cashmere, Belinda Dickson – who counts Madonna and Kate Moss among her clients – has become the latest victim of the recession.

The designer's business has reportedly gone into administration, closing her store in London's upmarket Belgravia. However, her business, Belinda Robertson Cashmere, continues to trade from its store in the Capital's Dundas Street.

Bid to promote city

A DRIVE to promote Edinburgh as a "must see" destination around the world will be launched today.

Business leaders, hoteliers, university chiefs, retail groups and festival organisers have pledged their backing to the 1 million Destination Edinburgh Marketing Alliance (Dema), which is independent of VisitScotland.

Backers include Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, Edinburgh University, Festivals Edinburgh and the Edinburgh Principal Hotels Association.

The alliance will promote major development sites that are available on the waterfront, Princes Street and west Edinburgh, while a joint campaign with all universities and colleges in the city aims to attract both new students and academics.