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Free HMFC Easter Holiday Club: This is Our Digital Story- A Maroon Mile Project
This free holiday club is an exclusive opportunity for young people (11-16) to contribute to Heart of Midlothian’s 150th Anniversary Celebrations as part of the Maroon Mile – Don’t miss out!
Date: Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th April at HMFC Museum 11.30am to 4pm. Lunch and refreshments are provided on both days.
Public Engagement: Equality Outcomes – Equality Diversity and Inclusion Framework
The Equalities Team is engaging with the public to help shape our Council’s future Equality Outcomes 2025-2026 and wider Equality Diversity and Inclusion Framework for 2026-2030.
- They are asking people what it’s like for them using and working with Council services.
- They want to make sure that people who live, work, study, and visit Edinburgh get the opportunity to give us their feedback.
- An overview of the survey can be found here. The link to complete the survey is at the bottom of this page.
- Here is an Easy Read version of the survey.
- The survey closes on 1st June 2025.
Drop In Sessions
Drop-in sessions are taking place at various libraries available between 1pm & 4pm across the City. Our nearest drop in session is on:
Tuesday 8th April in Fountainbridge Library 137 Dundee Street Edinburgh EH11 1BG

Sessions are also taking place on:
- Tuesday 25 March in Gilmerton Library 13 Newtoft Street Edinburgh EH17 8RG
- Tuesday 1 April in East Neighbourhood Centre and Library 101 Niddrie Mains Road Edinburgh EH16 4DS.
In-person sessions are also taking place at the Equality & Rights Network @VolunteerEdinburgh Office, 222 Leith Walk, EH6 5EQ on:
- Wednesday 26 March 11.30am to 1pm
- Tuesday 29th April 10am-11.30am