Tag: Leith

“Extreme” wildfire warnings in place for Scotland this week amid multiple reports of irresponsibly lit fires across Edinburgh 

THE Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) have put high wildfire warnings in place across many parts of Scotland this week.  Those who live within...

New planning application filed for student accommodation on Bangor Road, despite objections from locals 

A PLANNING and development consultancy firm have submitted an application to demolish a building on Bangor Road to build flats, but locals aren’t happy.  A...

Scottish Labour MP Tracy Gilbert applauds UK’s Crime and Policing Bill, says Edinburgh residents are fearful of Leith “baby gangs” 

TRACY Gilbert MP has highlighted increased rates of crime in Leith due to the UK Government’s newly proposed Crime and Policing Bill 2024-25.  The MP...

Edinburgh housing bigwig says first-time buyers will be “priced out” of Leith thanks to rising house prices 

THE CEO of ESPC has said that the recent increase in house prices in Leith “is going to price out some people”.  This comes as...

Leith Links Community Council asks for public meeting following councillors’ plans for more changes to the area 

THE Leith Links Community Council (LLCC) has flagged a motion set to be proposed next week, that would signal further changes in the area.  This...

Locals terrified as razor blades found wedged into holes on Leith Links 

LOCALS are at a loss after razor blades have been found wedged into holes dug on the Leith Links.  Residents warned each other of the...

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