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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.

Edinburgh-wide news

Edinburgh

Edinburgh deserves a more ambitious Low Emission Zone

SNP and Labour councillors have again backed a city centre-only Low Emission Zone (LEZ) that could push more polluting traffic to other parts of the City, while Lib Dems call for an Edinburgh-wide LEZ covering goods vehicles, buses and coaches.

24 Jan 2022
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Edinburgh

Lib Dems push for more zebra crossings

At yesterday's City of Edinburgh Council meeting, Morningside Councillor Neil Ross persuaded the Council to improve pedestrian access across Edinburgh cost-effectively.

26 Nov 2021
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News from Local Councillors, MSPs and MPs

Council Tax Reforms

A recent consultation by the SNP led Government is proposing an up to 22% rise in Council Tax for some higher bands, with increases across bands E-H.

7 Sep 2023
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Childcare Support

Support should now remain in place for those families who would have been affected by the Council ending a contract to provide supported childcare for children with additional support need.

7 Sep 2023
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