The latest news and press releases from the Edinburgh Liberal Democrats
Local updates from our Councillors, MSP and MP can be found on their respective pages.
At yesterday's City of Edinburgh Council meeting, Morningside Councillor Neil Ross persuaded the Council to improve pedestrian access across Edinburgh cost-effectively.
At Thursday's Council meeting, Councillor Neil Ross got backing to improve HMO (Houses in Multiple Occupation) licence standards across Edinburgh.
Last week, Cllr Jack Caldwell submitted a deputation to the Transport and Environment Committe regarding the new communal bin / recycling hubs in Leith, Abbeyhill, Bonnington and Pilrig (plus Broughton, Canonmills and Hillside from 2023).
Here is my latest email newsletter issued yesterday. It covers Braid Road & Spaces for People ETROs Short Term Lets Morningside Play Park New 20mph speed limits B2 Parking – how to request an additional parking bay What I’ve been up to at the Council - Questions on energy efficiency & action on EV charging points Fountainbridge Canalside Community Trust
Residents have been in touch asking about the path running between Torwood Crescent and Meadow Place Road. The surface is very damaged and there is also exposed wiring.
A new roadway design has now been implemented at the crossing point from Inverleith Park to the Botanic Gardens.
Understandably there have been an increasing number of requests for more on-street Electric Vehicle (EV) charging across the City as more residents are wanting to switch to EV.
Edinburgh City Council is responsible for around 165 playparks spread across the City.