Stockbridge and Inverleith Community Council

01/09/2026

Some good news developing...‘Continental-style zebras’ are cheap, effective ways of giving pedestrians priority in crossing the road. They'e the same as ordinary zebra crossings, but don’t have the orange belisha beacons which add hugely to their cost owing to the need to supply power.

They’re common all over Europe but bizarrely, aren’t permitted on public roads in Scotland (although there’s one right outside the Scottish Parliament!) That might be about to change with new UK TSRGD regulations due by 2028. (Thanks to Cllrs Booth and Ross for their motion to council yesterday).

18/08/2026

One more week to respond to Scottish Government consultation on the proposed rates for two new Council Tax bands for high-value residential properties in Scotland, commonly referred to as a “Mansion Tax”. (Closes 24 August 2026)

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14/08/2026

Major works planned for Crewe Toll - starting Monday 17th August lasting approx 12 weeks.

To help minimise disruption the works will be completed in phases and carried out over nighttime Monday - Friday 7.30pm to 6.30am. Due to the recent fire on Princes St and buses already being diverted and delayed the Ferry Road West Approach will be the first closure. Traffic will be diverted via Crewe Rd North, West Granton Rd and West Granton Access.
Any issues or concerns regarding access you can contact the contractors Hillhouse Group, Craig Walker [email protected] or the Senior Engineer at the Council Steven Peacock [email protected]. Any wider issues please do let me know [email protected]

07/08/2026

30/07/2026

Looking for a job? We have over 50 jobs available as
• cleansing and waste operatives
• drivers/crew leaders
• graffiti operatives
• park rangers

Drop in for advice and guidance on applying, help with preparing for interviews and on-the-spot interviews.
Between 10am and 3pm on 4 August in Waverley Court, East Market Street EH8 8BG.
More information www.edinburgh.gov.uk/visitorlevyjobs

Jobs are funded by Edinburgh Visitor Levy to make sure the city’s streets, open spaces and green spaces are kept to the highest standards while managing the impacts of visitors.

29/07/2026

27/07/2026

COMELY BANK ROAD:
Update from Scottish Water

"A brief update on the ongoing works following reports of subsidence on Comely Bank Road.
After receiving reports of the issue, the local authority carried out an investigation and excavated the affected area. During this work, damage was identified on a sewer which may have contributed to the subsidence. Responsibility for the repair has since been passed to Scottish Water.
Due to the depth of the excavation and the complexity of the repair, we have needed to bring in additional specialist equipment and larger machinery to carry out the work safely and effectively.
As a result, the road remains closed, with signed diversion routes in place to help manage traffic around the works area.
Our delivery partner, Clancy, is attending site today to take over the repair. We expect to be able to provide a more accurate programme update over the coming days and will be sure to keep you in the loop.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
We appreciate the inconvenience this may cause and thank the community for their patience."

24/07/2026

https://consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/public-entertainment-resolution-2026/

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