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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 7h

Great news for Wester Hailes — the Post Office has been saved and is now open again! ✉️📮

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Wester Hailes Post Office opens at new location

SAME SHOPPING CENTRE, EXTENDED OPENING HOURS Opens at Plaza News, Unit 23-26 Upper Ground Floor Level, Westside Plaza, Edinburgh, EH14 2SW Monday to Saturday: 9am – 5.30pm 51 hours of Post Office s…

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 1d

I’m excited that our multi-phase public realm development of Queensferry High Street has begun this week 👏

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£3.5m development of Queensferry High Street begins

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 2d

Our award winning tram team keep winning awards 🏆 well done to everyone involved and thanks for all you do to keep Edinburgh moving!

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Edinburgh Trams celebrates award win at the Global Light Rail Awards

Edinburgh Trams is celebrating another award-winning year after a successful night at the Global Light Rail Awards, in which the multi award-winning tramway s

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 6d

It was brilliant to be part of this event yesterday. Thanks to all our partners and of course the fantastic young adults who made this year’s event the best ever!

The City of Edinburgh Council @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social · 6d

Over 3,000 pupils from 30 schools across the Capital are attending Young Driver 2025 this week!

With everything from mock courts through to virtual reality and driving simulators, this annual event encourages the next generation of Edinburgh's drivers to be safe and responsible.

Pupils on a driving simulator at Young Driver 2025 at the Edinburgh Corn Exchange.

Transport and Environment Convener, Councillor Stephen Jenkinson prepares to test out the Seat Belt Convincer at Young Driver 2025. This simulates a low impact 5-10mph vehicle collision.

Group photo of partner organisations at Young Driver 2025.

Police Scotland presentation at Young Driver 2025.

Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 6d

Should have said “probably the wrong one 😂”

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 7d

Probably a rubbish one 😂

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 7d

My morning commute:-

1️⃣ Lothian Bus to Bruntsfield

2️⃣ Voi e-bike to Shandwick Place

3️⃣ Edinburgh Tram to Gogarburn

Fast, Affordable & Sustainable

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 7d

Another important milestone was reached this week on North Bridge. The time capsule will be opened in 2055 and I’m sure the brush I used to paint a small part of it will raise a few eyebrows.

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Refurbishment of North Bridge 'now in the end game' - but not done yet

A time capsule has been buried inside Edinburgh’s North Bridge to tell future generations about the huge restoration project which has been under way on the landmark structure over the past seven year...

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 18d

That’s some 16 bus journey Oxgangs to Australia 🚌

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Australian couple living in vintage Lothian Bus say 'life doesn't get much better'

Kim Ricardo and Ted Dwight made the decision to transform the retro service 16 double-decker bus into a home after discovering it online, decaying in a garden.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 22d

I’m really pleased to have played my part in helping to create a new Transport company overseeing both bus and tram in Edinburgh. Thanks to everyone that has been involved in getting this one over the line. 🚌 🚊

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Edinburgh's buses and trams in move towards greater integration

Greater integration between Edinburgh's trams and buses has moved a step forward with the appointment of Lothian Buses boss Sarah Boyd to oversee both companies.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 24d

It was great fun yesterday at Edinburgh’s Riding of the Marches. Huge crowds on the Royal Mile to see all the horses, it was quite a spectacle. 🐎

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Edinburgh Riding of the Marches 2025

At the end of the 26 mile route the cavalcade of almost 300 horses and riders arrived at Horse Wynd Roundabout in Holyrood Park, where they fell in behind George Watsons Pipe Band and began the journe...

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 28d

Sorry, here is a working link www.transport.gov.scot/public-trans...

Bus Infrastructure Fund | Transport Scotland

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 28d

Great to see over £2m investment for Edinburgh from @transcotland’s Bus Infrastructure Fund – improving accessibility, cutting congestion & boosting public transport.

🔗 transport.gov.scot/public-transpo…

https://transport.gov.scot/public-transpo…

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 29d

I’ve never been convinced with the approach the city takes to fireworks control zones and this year is no different. For me it is a binary choice, whole city ban (which I’d support) or nothing at all.

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Edinburgh fireworks ban: 'Arbitrary' zones split streets in flashpoint areas

Edinburgh's firework control zone boundaries cut some streets in half, with only one side covered by restrictions.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · 29d

This is great news and a well deserved award for recently retired Phil Noble. Thanks Phil for all you have done to promote safe active travel in Edinburgh 👍 🚴‍♂️

Cycling Scotland @cyclingscotland.bsky.social · Sep 8

🏆 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹 𝗡𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲 is former Active Travel Manager at City of Edinburgh Council. Over his career, Phil has influenced and led projects to create lasting improvements for cycling in Edinburgh, including school streets, 20mph speed limits and guidance on prioritising street space for cycling: orlo.uk/NtGY8

Cycling Champion of the Year, Phil Noble, pictured with his award in the Meadows in central Edinburgh.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Sep 9

Unfortunately there isn’t much the council can do, however by highlighting the issue and the concerns of the community it quite often reduces the risk of it happening again I’ve found. I’ve spoken to parks and the Councils tree officer and they have it in hand 🌳

Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Sep 8

Angry on a Monday morning is no way to start the week! Out on my morning walk this morning and someone has snapped all but one of the new trees in Pentland Park 😡 why would you do that? I’ll report this damage to our fantastic parks team today and see if I can get them replaced.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Sep 5

This week I was delighted to launch a new EV charging initiative for the South of Scotland. Edinburgh is the lead authority in the rollout of 1770 additional public charging points across the region in a £6.3m program supported by the Scottish Government.

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Supporting electric vehicle infrastructure | Transport Scotland

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Sep 4

This is a very positive step towards creating much needed additional community space in Balerno. Well done to everyone involved in this project so far.

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Former Edinburgh police station to be transformed into a new community centre

A former police station is to be converted into a community centre featuring meeting spaces, a workshop and an after-school club.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Sep 3

Just wouldn’t have been right if I hadn’t used a bike today would it? Waverley Station to Bruntsfield, 12mins, £1.32 👍

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Aug 30

Main St in Balerno just hasn’t been the same with the Grey Horse closed so this really is fantastic news. Well done to everyone involved and I’m looking forward to popping in for a pint soon 🍺

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Aug 26

The consultation details the likely location of tram stops. All tram stops will be fully accessible.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Aug 26

In Feb 24 TEC agreed that an alternative route to the Roseburn corridor should be considered. All route options have been fully investigated by external specialist consultants and the route over the Dean Bridge as detailed in the consultation is the only viable alternative to Roseburn.

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Aug 26

The consultation is available here 👉 consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/tram-nor...

Trams from Granton to Edinburgh BioQuarter and Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Beyond - City of Edinburgh Council - Citizen Space

Find and participate in consultations run by City of Edinburgh Council

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Cllr Stephen Jenkinson @stephenjenkinson.bsky.social · Aug 26

🚊 Have Your Say on the Future of Our Trams!

Yesterday I launched a 12-week public consultation on the proposed tram project. This is your chance to help shape the future of transport in our city.

Your voice matters—please share, take part and get involved!

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Edinburgh trams: Public to be consulted over extension

A route between Granton and the Royal Infirmary is planned, but there is a debate over where part of the new line will run.

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