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Visitors to the Edinburgh Fringe could soon be charged a tourist tax. Image: William Burdett-Coutts.

Visitors could soon be charged a tourist tax in Scotland

A total of 238 schools have reported deficits for 2021/22 in Scotland

One in ten Scottish schools record 'shocking' deficit

Finland's outgoing Prime Minister Sanna Marin, who is to step down as Social Democratic Party (SDP) leader in September 2023, has said she will get a divorce.

Outgoing Finnish prime minister Sanna Marin files for divorce

An image of actor Anna Karina from the film Vivre Sa Vie was projected onto Salisbury Crags in Edinburgh last month as part of a campaign to save the Edinburgh International Film Festival and the Filmhouse cinema in the city. (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)

Rescue package revealed for Edinburgh International Film Festival revival

The Newcraighall East proposals form part of a £60m investment by Cullross and the development consists of 236 properties.

More than 200 homes planned for development to east of Edinburgh

Miranda Dickson's pink door in Edinburgh's Drummond Place has been repainted (Picture: Courtesy of Miranda Dickson/SWNS)

Pink door ruling robs people of one of the joys of life – Laura Waddell

Tram testing in Leith Walk on the extension to Newhaven earlier this week (Picture: Neil Johnstone)

Prepare for more battles as Edinburgh's tram network expands – Alastair Dalton

The statue of Bonnie Prince Charlie, not George III, in the Diamond Jubilee Room at Edinburgh City Chambers (Picture: Duncan Macmillan)

An inadvertent act of treason? – Scotsman comment

There are Welcome Hubs at Edinburgh and Glasgow airports.

Host told by council to send Ukraine guests back to airport hub

Judges have ruled in favour of adult entertainment venues

Ban on strip clubs in Edinburgh overturned after dancers win legal battle

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe celebrated its 75th annniversary last summer. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

City leader pledges rethink over Edinburgh's festival flats curbs

Vegan food is not to everyone's taste (Picture: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Farmacy Kitchen Cookbook)

'Plant Based Treaty' isn't going to make everyone turn vegan – Stephen Jardine

Five firefighters have been hospitalised as crews tackle a 'very serious' blaze at the Edinburgh landmark. Picture: BBC

Cause of Jenners fire remains unknown, says city council leader

The operators of the King's Theatre in Edinburgh have warned it is at risk of permanent closure due to an £8.9 million funding gap for a long-awaited refurbishment.

'Last chance saloon' closure warning over £8.9m funding gap for King’s revamp

The project, on land east of Glennie Road, Newcraighall, highlighted, would see the construction of some 220 mixed-residential units.

Proposed development near East Lothian town would provide more than 200 homes

An aerial view of Glasgow. More than 24,000 disabled Scots are waiting for social housing, according to figures obtained by the Scottish Conservatives. Picture: Richard McCarthy/PA Wire

More than 24,000 disabled Scots waiting for social housing

A new plan aimed at shaping Edinburgh's cultural sector over the next eight years has been published (Picture: Kenny Lam/VisitScotland)

New Edinburgh culture vision will need hard cash to ensure delivery

Councillor Jane Meagher with Wheatley chief executive Steven Henderson, left, and chair of Wheatley Homes East Alastair Murray. Picture: Stewart Attwood

Work gets underway on 300 social and 'mid-market' rental homes in west Edinburgh

An image from the Scottish coming-of-age romantic comedy film Gregory’s Girl was projected onto the Filmhouse in Edinburgh after it was suddenly closed down when its operator went into administration. (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)

Filmhouse takeover bid offers genuine hope it can survive and thrive

Lap dancing in places like the Western Bar in Edinburgh is set to be banned by the city council (Picture: Tony Marsh)

Why Edinburgh's plan to ban lap dancing clubs is necessary – Susan Dalgety

Graham Duncan was a courteous man of many talents

Obituary: Graham Duncan, former Executive Director of Planning for Edinburgh Cit...

Gregory Lynn is leading a bid to take over the Filmhouse building in Edinburgh.

Scottish operator of West End cinema reveals Edinburgh Filmhouse takeover bid

A staff member speaks with a resident at a care home

Vulnerable patients 'unlawfully' discharged to care homes during Covid pandemic

An image from the Scottish coming-of-age romantic comedy film Gregory’s Girl was projected onto the Filmhouse in Edinburgh this week. Picture: Jane Barlow

Scottish Goverment and council urged to join forces to buy Filmhouse building

Can you imagine this on the streets of Edinburgh or at your event?

Ad Feature Retro mobile coffee bar on a bike is ready to hit the streets

Councillors hope to end scenes like this and invest millions in Edinburgh's public transport network

Motorists facing up to £650 a year for workplace parking in Edinburgh

YouTubes . . . pupils who viewed 'concerning material' on the popular site have sparked a schools-wide ban for classmates

YouTube: Edinburgh pupils blocked from site over 'concerning material'

Business Secretary Jacob Rees-Mogg took a dig at the situation in Edinburgh.

Jacob Rees-Mogg criticises Edinburgh City Council over rubbish on streets

David Alexander is the chief executive officer of DJ Alexander Scotland

September sparks a surge in sales and rentals - David Alexander

Barriers are beginning to be put on place on the Royal Mile in preparation of the Queen's body arriving in Edinburgh. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

What to expect in Scotland during national mourning

A member of the public walks past a bin and litter in Victoria Street in Edinburgh city centre.

Households may not have rubbish backlog cleared before next wave of strike

A member of the public walks past a bin and litter in Victoria Street in Edinburgh city centre.

Households may not have rubbish backlog cleared before next wave of strike

Cammy Day, Edinburgh council leader described the Scottish Government's behaviour towards strikes as “shameful” as he said bin and rail strikes will be “disruptive and unpleasant”.

'Edinburgh doing everything it can to avert strikes', says council leader

Artists from Barely Methodical Troupe in their latest show Kin at the Assembly Rooms. Edinburgh is awash with visitors and Fringe performers this August, but questions remain over the organisation of the summer arts spectacular in the capital, writes Stephen Jardine. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

The Fringe has walked into a perfect storm of its own making - Stephen Jardine

Fresh talks are to take place in a bid to avert strike action by council workers that could see rubbish pile up in Scotland’s capital during the busy summer festivals season.

Union urges Scottish Government to ‘take responsibility’ in council pay dispute

Loch Morlich near Aviemore is a popular draw in all seasons. The number of holiday lets in the Aviemore area is set to be controlled given the high numbers of properties which are now out of reach for local residents given the rise in people letting out homes on a short-term basis to tourists. PIC: Peter Jolly/Shutterstock.

Bid to limit holiday lets in Aviemore area as locals struggle to find homes

The workplace parking levy has been billed as a means to reduce the number of car journeys in Scotland. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

Retail chiefs want 'safeguards' if councils bring in workplace parking levy

Edinburgh Trams controversial boss Lea Harrison could see staff strike in August

Edinburgh Trams strike looms for festival over pay row

As the sun is out for longer, here's when summer will officially begin. Photo: Iann Castelein / Getty Images / Canva Pro.

When does summer start in 2022?

Aberdeen town house will be home to a new city council.

Aberceen City Council coalition deal: SNP and Lib Dems agree partnership

The Fringe brings performers from around the world to Edinburgh

Appeal for Fringe rooms is tone deaf

Everyone’s Edinburgh said its Business for Good programme would help cut through the complexity of how firms can act sustainably and address some of the social and ecological challenges the capital faces.

Business portal launch will help Edinburgh become 'sustainable' city

The Covid pandemic saw many people start working from home and there's no great rush to return to the office (Picture: Oli Scarff/AFP via Getty Images)

Working from home versus the office: Hybrid approach is the way forward

Electric Vehicle users face paying to charge-up in Edinburgh from May 1.

Edinburgh electric vehicle chargers won't be free from May 1

Steve Cardownie's family is happy to have arrived in Edinburgh from Ukraine - but one day want to return home once the war is over. PIC: Contributed.

Relief as my Ukrainian family settle in Edinburgh as atrocities deepen

An artistic impression of the new tram line passing through Elm Row in Edinburgh.

Trams to Newhaven: Extension will be open for business by in early 2023

Some schools may be heading back to remote learning due to Covid-19 cases

Staff absences due to Covid could spark return of remote learning, council warns

North Bridge is undergoing refurbishment.

Edinburgh's North Bridge revamp cost soars to more than £60m amid delays

Edinburgh City Council will borrow £1bn.

Edinburgh City Council is planning to borrow £1bn over the next four years

Airbnb-style key locks have become a blight in cities across Scotland.

Scottish rents ‘plateau’ fears over short term lets regulations

Households are facing a massive rise in fuel bills

Readers' Letters: Who will take the long view on energy policy?

Will Old Jardine's prediction of a new Covid variant emerging on the island of St Helena come to pass? We hope not (Picture: Leon Neal/Getty Images)

My month-by-month guide to 2022 may sound familiar – Stephen Jardine

Party ban at Edinburgh City Chambers and all council premises.

Covid Scotland' Edinburgh council chiefs ban all Christmas parties

The Scottish government wants councils to ask school pupils intimate questions about sex (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

School sex survey: Edinburgh urged to halt 'inappropriate' questionnaire

Residents in some areas have raised issues of noise and disturbance from short term lets.

All short-term lets to be licensed by local councils in Scotland

The Astley Ainslie Hospital site in Edinburgh

Placing a proper value on ‘priceless’ nature is vital - Neil Bancroft

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SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn

SNP's Westminster group submits accounts on time

The last time Bruce Springsteen played in Edinburgh was in 1981 - and his loyal fans were delighted to welcome The Boss back to the Capital.

Springsteen at Murrayfield: A collective emotional experience for 60,000 fans

Rockall sits 200 miles west of the Outer Hebrides and is where adventurer Cam Cameron plans to spend the next 60 days. PIC: Óglaigh na hÉireann/CC.

Three men land on Rockall as 60-day survival challenge begins