How do I speak to someone at Edinburgh Council?
0131 200 2000. If you don’t have access to email, you can also phone us. You’ll find email addresses and phone numbers for our services below.
What is CEC Edinburgh?
The City of Edinburgh Council is the local government authority for the City of Edinburgh. It was created in 1996 under the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994, with the boundaries of the post-1975 City of Edinburgh District Council of the Lothian region. City of Edinburgh Council.
How many community councils are there in Edinburgh?
43
Community councils are elected bodies set up with volunteer members who are either nominated or elected every five years. There are around 1200 in Scotland and 43 in Edinburgh.
How do I email Edinburgh Council?
Where is the main office of City of Edinburgh Council?
4 East Market Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh
4 East Market Street, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH8 8BG Scotland.
What is the emergency number for Edinburgh?
Council emergency number 0131 200 2000. Available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
How much do Edinburgh city Councillors get paid?
The annual salary of an ordinary Edinburgh Councillor in 2021/22 is £18,604. The Council Leader’s annual salary is £55,817. All other Councillors’ salaries are calculated as a proportion of this. The Depute Leader and Lord Provost each receive a salary of £41,862.
What is the purpose of a community council?
They bring local people together to help make things happen, and many Community Councils protect and promote the identity of their community. They advise, petition, influence and advocate numerous causes and cases of concern on behalf of local communities.
Can community councils own land?
a parish or community council may acquire by agreement any land, whether situated inside or outside their area.
What is included in Council Tax Scotland?
Council tax is a tax on domestic property collected by your local council. The council use it to pay for local services such as schools, rubbish collection, roads and street lighting. In Scotland it also includes a charge for water and sewerage.
How much is Council Tax band E in Edinburgh?
£2,396.28
Council Tax Bands in Edinburgh, Discounts & Exemptions
| Band | Annual Council Tax | Per Month |
|---|---|---|
| E | £2,396.28 | £239.63 |
| F | £2,931.55 | £293.16 |
| G | £3,497.45 | £349.75 |
| H | £4,334.82 | £433.48 |