Edinburgh Evening News - May 02, 2025

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May 02, 2025

SNP slated after rocker Rod steps in for little Iain

The Scottish Government should “hang its head in shame” after rock star Sir Rod Stewart stepped in to pay for the autism diagnosis of a child who has waited three years.

1 min

Assisted dying MSP pleased as date set

The MSP behind a bid to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill Scots has said he is “pleased” a date has been set for a key Holyrood vote.

1 min

Repeat offenders risk losing bus passes under new plans

Young people breaking the rules on buses could soon lose their free travel pass under plans by the First Minister.

2 mins

The Centre's style event to raise funds for cancer charity

The big story of the weekend

1 min

Bumps in road ahead for EVs

Following blackouts in Spain and Portugal, experts say electric vehicles with the right tech could keep UK homes lit, warm an

1 min

EVs could power our homes when the lights go out

Your safety net in a blackout could be sitting in your driveway

2 mins

Chargers being installed at rapid pace in the Capital

The number of public electric vehicle chargers drivers have access to in Edinburgh is rising steadily, figures show.

1 min

Things to consider before making switch to electric

Thinking about purchasing an electric vehicle, but don't know what to expect with ownership? We lay out some of the key things to bear in mind.

2 mins

MSP makes plea for a fairer housing cash share for Capital

A Lothian MSP has called for an urgent review of the funding formula for sharing out Scottish Government housing cash to ensure that Edinburgh receives its fair share.

1 min

Student housing planned at former landmark building

Plans are afoot to demolish a landmark Edinburgh building near the city centre, to make way for new student accomodation.

1 min

City council considers asking wealthy to chip in for projects

Wealthy Edinburgh residents could be asked to chip in more money to help with projects around the city, after councillors agreed to look into setting up a fundraising team.

1 min

Should Scotland produce nuclear power as a green source of energy?

A new poll has found that around half of SNP voters would support keeping nuclear power within the country's energy mix

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'It's critical if Scotland is to hit its net zero target'

Polling for the campaign group Britain Remade found that 56 per cent of Scots thought nuclear power should be part of Scotland's clean energy mix to meet the 2045 net zero target.

1 min

'Renewables are cheaper and safer than nuclear'

The SNP has argued that nuclear power projects remain too expensive to be a viable alternative to renewable power.

1 min

Park taped off after sex assault report

A park in Edinburgh was closed off as police investigated an alleged serious sexual assault.

1 min

Former Hibs star found guilty of abuse campaign

A former Hibs star carried out a brutal campaign of abuse against his partner - including striking her on the head with a bottle.

2 mins

Release karaoke celebrations for Engelbert's 89th birthday

Singer Engelbert Humperdinck has credited karaoke for keeping his music alive ahead of his 89th birthday.

1 min

All fired up over return of summer

Thousands of people made their way to Calton Hill on Wednesday night to celebrate the annual Beltane Fire Festival.

1 min

Teamwork gets job done after rugby star's scare

A team of nurses from NHS Lothian have been thanked for their exceptional care and support of Scottish rugby star Emma Wassell after she was diagnosed with a chest tumour.

1 min

Capital and its gardens in dazzling light

An independent Edinburgh art gallery has announced details of a new exhibition of work from artist Kate Bentley RI RSW.

1 min

Despite the pleas, Tourist Tax income can only go so far

In the past week the new Edinburgh Festival Fringe chief executive, Tony Lankester, made the latest bid for a chunk of Tourist Tax proceeds.

2 mins

There may be a new summer menace but it won't beat midgie

Disturbing news reaches us from our friends at Glasgow University of a new summer menace.

2 mins

Here comes the sun, but is it all right for Scots' dress sense?

There's something mildly vampiric about the Scots.

1 min

How the UK failed to save Grangemouth

I watch with dismay the failure of the UK to save Grangemouth Oil refinery, the livelihood of hundreds, their families and the wider community, which is particularly indefensible when it stepped in for the right reasons to save steel making at Scunthorpe.

1 min

5 tasty reds to rev up barbecues

Now is the time to get your grill on, says Sam Wylie-Harris

1 min

9 ways to weave sunshine yellow into your scheme

Brighten the mood with these buttercup hues, says Sam Wylie-Harris

2 mins

You have to be a rocket scientist to understand the Genius Game

Sue Wilkinson defeated by new reality show

2 mins

With a wave of wand - Harry Potter Day casts worldwide spell

Grab your wand and let's revel in the magical history of Harry Potter - the character created by author JK Rowling and who stars in seven novels and eight movies.

1 min

How planting trees can help to save the planet

One of the easiest ways we can help the environment and help nature is by planting trees in our communities.

2 mins

Green up travel to help heal the environment

I'm planning a holiday abroad, but I'm sick of flying. Is travelling by ferry and train instead a realistic alternative to this?

2 mins

Capital anglers break own speed record in winning Fastmail Pairs

Mike Connet and Jock Kettles took only 26 minutes to win the scheduled seven-hour Fastmail Pairs at Glencorse - and they were so quick that other competitors thought they were heading back to the harbour to pick up missing gear.

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Hibs number one names qualities to rely on in European qualification race

Hibs will rely on David Gray's proven grace under fireand their own battle-hardened experiences from a crazy season - to deal with the pressure of a season run-in laden with potential triumph and disaster, according to experienced goalkeeper Jordan Smith.

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Looking back on Hibs' recent record against Dundee United

Hibs remain in the driving seat in the race for third place in the Premiership table despite kicking off their post-split schedule with a narrow defeat at Aberdeen last Saturday.

1 min

Man United in pole position to sign wonderkid as Magpies eye Lille frontman

All the latest Premier League transfer rumours including updates on Manchester United and Newcastle United

1 min

Eubank Jr 'needed eye surgery after 'headbutt'

Chris Eubank Jr says he underwent eye surgery following his gruelling points victory over bitter rival Conor Benn after being “headbutted”.

1 min

ECB chief is expecting T20 to have huge impact

Richard Gould heralded next year's T20 World Cup as the \"biggest women's cricket event ever staged in England and Wales\" as the seven venues for the tournament were revealed yesterday.

1 min

Hearts captain Shankland sets the record straight on Smirkgate and accusations of disrespect

Lawrence Shankland has moved to clear up issues following Hearts' Player of the Year awards dinner that led to criticism from supporters.

2 mins

Hibees welcome back key players to training

It's all hands on deck as Gray's men aim for Europe

1 min

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For nearly 150 years, Edinburgh Evening News has helped the voices of our community be heard. The Edinburgh Evening News is a daily newspaper and website based in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was founded by John Wilson (1844–1909) and first published in 1873. It is printed daily, except on Sundays.

Much of the content of the Evening News concerns local issues such as transport, health, the local council and crime in Edinburgh and the Lothians. The paper has a significant number of journalists covering sport, with a dedicated reporter assigned to each of the city's football teams, Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian.