Phyllis Stephen

Edinburgh

Editor at The Edinburgh Reporter

Journalist, Lawyer, Blogger, Writer, Traveller.

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Articles

Age Scotland launches Act Now, Age Better campaign

1 week ago | scottishbeacon.com | Phyllis Stephen

Lifestyle medicine doctor, personal trainer and health coach, Dr Hussian Al-Zubaidi, said: “We can all take meaningful steps towards leading a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.”New research released by Age Scotland has found that more than half of people in Scotland aged between 50 and 65 don’t do enough or any physical activity to stay healthy as they age.
Summer Camp at Lost Shore - places available

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

The camp will run from 30 June until the end of August 2025, and offers an introduction to surfing for complete beginners, while also supporting established young surfers ready to take their skills to the next level. Led by Lost Shore’s team of expert surf instructors, the camp includes daily 1.5-hour sessions which combine on-land and in-water coaching, helping participants progress from their first pop-up to confidently catching waves at the world-class surfing facility.
Five things you need to know today

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

According to Lord Hardie who chaired the inquiry which took nine years to issue a final report and cost £13 million some of the delay was down to pure practicalities. He said that while it was a good idea to use government buildings which were otherwise empty, choosing the Creative Scotland building at the East End (in the former Post Office) did not turn out to be as good an idea as hoped.
Charity cycle for PoppyScotland

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

Known as the Rehab Rollers, they aim to complete their challenge in just six days, leaving from Redford Barracks in Edinburgh on Saturday, 31 May, stopping at nine rehabilitation centres located across the country. These include Faslane, Kinlochleven, Fort George, Lossiemouth, Arbroath and returning to Edinburgh on 5 June.
Why did the Edinburgh Tram Inquiry take so long?

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

The Edinburgh Tram Inquiry report was delivered nine years after it was instructed by then First Minister, Alex Salmond at a cost of more than £13 million. His Lordship submitted evidence to the parliamentary Finance and Public Administration Committee on Tuesday. In advance of the committee meeting at Holyrood the retired judge sent a written submission which covered many of the practical issues, saying these were reasons for the delay.
Act Now Age Better campaign

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

Lifestyle medicine doctor, personal trainer and health coach Dr Hussian Al-Zubaidi said: “We can all take meaningful steps towards leading a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.”New research released by Age Scotland has found that more than half of people in Scotland aged between 50 and 65 don’t do enough or any physical activity to stay healthy as they age. When asked how physically active they are, 53% of respondents to a poll said they didn’t do enough or any physical exercise.
Government announces funding for Ukrainian communities

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

The monies are intended to support Ukrainian communities and culture in Scotland to flourish as announced by Equalities Minister, Kaukab Stewart. The funding was announced at an event hosted by COSLA, marking a visit to Scotland by a civic delegation of mayors from Ukraine. The Edinburgh branch of the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain (AUGB)has been awarded funding of £46,786.58.
Loganair begins new direct Guernsey route from Edinburgh Airport

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

Launched on 24 May, the direct weekly summer service will run every Saturday through 13 September making it an option for those seeking an island adventure this summer. Flights depart Edinburgh at 16:10, touching down in Guernsey by 18:10, with the return leg leaving Guernsey at 18:40, arriving in Edinburgh by 20:45 – perfect timing to make the most of both destinations. Passengers can also use Loganair’s regional network via Southampton airport for longer or shorter stays in Guernsey.
Aiming to raise £25,000 for My Name’5 Doddie Foundation

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

He aims to raise £25,000 for the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation supporting MND research by starting to play at 4.30am and probably not finishing until around 10pm. Royal & Awesome will donate 15% of the sales of their Doddie Weir range to the cause. Graeme will play every round in East Lothian, where he grew up, including the courses at Gullane, Luffness, Kilspindie and Longniddry in his itinerary. And he will not be all alone out there on the fairways.
This week's planning applications in Edinburgh

1 week ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | Phyllis Stephen

Some of the applications which are worth reading include these: In a rare move in Sighthill/Gorgie there is an application to change the use of student accommodation at 555 Gorgie Road to temporary residential accommodation.