Kevin Lang
Councillor for Almond, Lib Dem Group Leader
ViewAt the 2022 Council Elections, the Liberal Democrat group in Edinburgh doubled in number to 12 councillors.
Following the elections, we took up leadership positions on three non-political committees and begun to make important strides in the Council for residents.
So far we have achieved big wins on pavement parking, tourist tax, EV charging, trees management, playground maintenance, school air quality and speeding enforcement.
In March 2023, we won the Corstorphine/Murrayfield by-election, with Fiona Bennett becoming our 13th councillor.
You can see more about what each of our councillors is working on in their wards by clicking on them below.
Councillor for Almond, Lib Dem Group Leader
ViewCouncillor for Drum Brae / Gyle, Lord Provost of Edinburgh
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ViewCouncillor for Southside / Newington
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ViewCouncillor for Almond
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ViewA recent consultation by the SNP led Government is proposing an up to 22% rise in Council Tax for some higher bands, with increases across bands E-H.
The deadline for Short Term Let operators to register with the Council is 30th September.
Support should now remain in place for those families who would have been affected by the Council ending a contract to provide supported childcare for children with additional support need.
Recent reports around dangerous concrete used in schools are incredibly concerning.
There are numerous works ongoing right now across Leith, Hillside, Broughton, Bonnington and Abbeyhill on top of the longterm projects like Albert Street.
During the spring term, aerated concrete was found in Trinity Primary School - one of eight Edinburgh schools now found to contain RAAC.