UK terror threat returned to severe
The National Threat level has been reduced to SEVERE – meaning an attack is ‘highly likely’ – following an assessment by the Joint Terrorism Analysis Centre (JTAC). First Minister Nicola…
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Police in Midlothian set to tackle doorstep crime
Police in Midlothian will work alongside partner agencies and local communities this week in an effort to tackle doorstep crime as part of an ongoing national campaign. Last year, Police…
Police recover stolen tapestry
Police in Edinburgh are pleased to confirm that a tapestry stolen from St Giles Cathedral has been recovered. An appeal was made after the theft of a panel of the…
Armed police officers deployed across Edinburgh
Armed police officers have been deployed at key locations across Edinburgh today. The move comes following this week’s terror attack in Manchester. Chief Constable Phil Gormley said: “My thoughts and…
Police issue fresh witness appeal following Roseburn assault and robbery
Police in Edinburgh are issuing a fresh appeal for information following an assault and robbery in the West of the City. The incident happened about 11.25pm on Saturday 20th May…
BREAKING: Fire at old Victoria Hospital
Emergency services are currently dealing with a fire at the old Victoria Hospital in Craigleith.
BREAKING: Armed police officers in attendance at Lindsay Road
Around eight armed police officers as well as riot officers are currently in attendance at an incident on Lindsay Road. The police helicopter was also seen hovering overhead. It’s currently…
Man arrested following alleged attempted armed robbery in North Edinburgh
Police in Edinburgh can confirm that a 21-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an attempted armed robbery at a commercial premises in Ferry Road Drive. The…
Woman dies following collision with bus in Davidson’s Mains
Police in Edinburgh are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in the Davidson’s Mains area. The collision took place around 9.15am on Sunday 14 May at the junction of…
BREAKING: Emergency services dealing with traffic incident in Davidson’s Mains involving a bus
Emergency services are currently in attendance at a traffic collision in Davidson’s Mains. Roads are closed and cordons are in place whilst the emergency services deal with the incident, which…