Scottish Government
Earth Hour: We're In It Together
Tomorrow (Saturday 31st March) at 8.30pm, Edinburgh joins cities around the world by powering down for Earth Hour.
Edinburgh Castle, the Scottish Parliament, and the Scott Monument are among familiar Scottish landmarks that will be sharing sixty minutes of darkness. Following the completion of its 2-year long repainting, the Forth Rail Bridge will go dark for the first time in support of Earth Hour.
Scotland Strengthens Shark, Shakes and Rays Protection
Vulnerable species of fish will benefit from greater protection after the Scottish Government's Sharks Skates and Rays (Prohibition of Fishing) Order came into force today (March 30). The legislation covers 26 species, including angel sharks, tope sharks, common skate and undulate rays.
Edinburgh to Borders Railway Takes Step Forward
The Edinburgh Waverley to Borders Railway took another step forward with Network Rail awarding a £2 million contract to BAM Nuttall to further develop designs for the route, including bridges, tunnels and stations.
Pedal on Parliament
Cyclists of voting and non-voting age are being encouraged to ride on the Scottish Parliament to spur the government into action on improving cycling infrastructure and safety in Scotland.
Edinburgh International Festival Launches 2012 Programme
The Edinburgh International Festival launched its programme for the 2012 Festival over bacon butties and coffee at fest H.Q.
Climate Cash For Green Heritage Project
Edinburgh World Heritage's Green Heritage project and Transition Heriot-Watt are among the latest beneficiaries of a new round of £6.9 million funding to combat climate change.
Disney's Brave To Close Edinburgh Film Festival 2012
The Edinburgh International Film Festival got a welcome boost today with the announcement that Disney-Pixar’s feature animation “Brave” will close the 2012 festival. It will be Brave's European premiere.
Scotland's Twits Name New Forth Bridge
What should the new Forth Road Bridge be called? The Scottish Government has announced today it will give the public a say in naming the new road bridge being built across the Firth of Forth, currently dubbed the Forth Replacement Crossing.
General Register House Being Captured in 3D Survey
The 224-year old General Register House at North Bridge is the latest historic building to be laser-scanned and digitally recorded as part of ongoing proje