Edinburgh Licensing Service

We are looking for a Vehicle Examiner to join us at our new garage due to open at South Gyle. Applications are open until 11 May 2026 – please see the link below for more information: myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/city-…

In line with the recent decision by the Council’s Regulatory Committee, our House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) licence fees will be reduced by 35% as of 6 April 2026. Please view our HMO licensing webpage for current fee information: edinburgh.gov.uk/directory-reco…

Please note our fees have increased from 1 April 2026. Any application received from today will be subject to the new fee. The fee increase does not apply to alcohol, cinema, STL or HMO licensing. Current fee information is available below: edinburgh.gov.uk/licences-permi…

We are looking for two Vehicle Examiners to join our team on a permanent basis. Applications are open until 2 March 2026 - you can find out more and apply at the link below: myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/city-…

We are looking for 3 enthusiastic people to join our team as a Business Administration Modern Apprentice! If you are interested, or know of anyone who might be - click the link below theguarantee.org/jobs-and-appre…

We are reviewing the taxi fare table and as part of this review we invite you to submit your views. The short survey is open until 20 February 2026: consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/taxi-fare-…

If you are starting or developing a business in Edinburgh, we encourage you to attend the drop-in session held by the Council at the Assembly Rooms on Tuesday 3 February 2026. You can find out more and register to attend the event at the link below: mtcedinburgh.eventbrite.com

We are reviewing the licensing conditions for Sun Tan Centres. Our public consultation is open until 19 February 2026 – let us know your thoughts at the link below: consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/sun-tan-ce…

Awaab’s Law is coming to Scotland. It will change the way landlords deal with damp and mould in their flats. Join the free webinar on 12 January (12-1pm) to find out how this new law will affect you and your tenants. Click here to register: underoneroof.scot/events/damp-an…

The Edinburgh Licensing Board meets today to consider liquor licensing applications, along with reports incl: ⏺️Convener's Update ⏺️Premises Review Hearings ⏺️Occasional Licences View the Board papers - democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/ieListDocument… Watch the webcast - edinburgh.public-i.tv/core/portal/ho…

Edinburgh Licensing Board has approved seasonal variation dates for this winter – licensed premises will be able to open later between 18 December 2025 and 2 January 2026 if the terms of their licence allow this. For more information, please contact us on 0131 529 4208.

We are undertaking a survey to determine if there are sufficient taxis in Edinburgh. We would also like to hear your views about the current taxi market in the City. Please submit your views by 7 October: consultationhub.edinburgh.gov.uk/sfc/taxi-deman…

The Edinburgh Licensing Board meets today to consider a number of liquor licence related applications including some for new premises licences To view the Board papers, click the link below democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/documents/g768…

Festival season is almost here! From next Thursday (July 24) until 7 September we’re making temporary changes to the way some of our city centre streets operate. This is to make our streets easier and safer to walk around for everyone as our city gets busier.

Calling all Edinburgh businesses, come and give your views on how we can support our local economy through Community Wealth Building. Book a place for Thursday 17 July 1pm at Capital Credit Union’s Boardroom, Broughton House.

Finding it hard to get other owners on board with your tenement’s shared repairs? We can help with our free shared repairs information and advice service. edinburgh.gov.uk/shared-repairs…

The Edinburgh Licensing Board meets today to consider liquor licence applications along with reports such as: ⏺️Convener's Update ⏺️Overprovision Update ⏺️Annual Fee Hearings & more Watch the webcast - edinburgh.public-i.tv/core/portal/we… View the papers - democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/ieListDocument…

Energy Saving Trust has now launched its 2025/26 low emission zone support fund for businesses. Visit their website to check what support is available: energysavingtrust.org.uk/grants-and-loa…

The Edinburgh Licensing Board meets today to consider liquor licence applications along with reports on the following: ⏺️Convener's Update ⏺️Overprovision Update ⏺️and more... View the papers - democracy.edinburgh.gov.uk/documents/s841… Watch the webcast - edinburgh.public-i.tv/core/portal/we…