{"id":430544,"date":"2025-09-17T06:32:16","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T06:32:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/430544\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T06:32:16","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T06:32:16","slug":"five-things-you-need-to-know-today-50","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/430544\/","title":{"rendered":"Five things you need to know today"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Jobs fair<\/p>\n<p>The Edinburgh Jobs Fair takes place on Wednesday 17 September 2025 at Tynecastle Park Stadium, from 10am to 1pm.<\/p>\n<p>To be allowed entry to this event, please<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>provide<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>your free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/edinburgh-jobs-fair-tickets-972299874097\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eventbrite Ticket <\/a>(mobile or printed).<\/p>\n<p>The employers attending the event will require you to have the right to work in the UK to provide job offers.<\/p>\n<p> Retrofit at Brunstane school<\/p>\n<p>Contractor GRAHAM says it has completed the first stage of a \u00a310 million retrofit of Brunstane Primary School in Edinburgh for The City of Edinburgh Council, marking a major step in transforming the building into one of the city\u2019s \u201cmost sustainable education facilities\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The company is delivering the multi-phase project while the school remains open. The works, which began in October 2024, will enable the building to be carbon neutral in operation, aligning with the Council\u2019s ambition to reach net zero by 2030.<\/p>\n<p>Deborah Lee, principal teacher at Brunstane Primary School, said:\u00a0\u201cThe new classrooms are a positive step forward, bringing P3-P7 learners back under one roof where they can truly make the new classrooms their own, creating a sense of pride and shared respect for the space.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" data-attachment-id=\"615030\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/five-things-you-need-to-know-today-1986\/pupils-in-their-newly-retrofitted-classroom-at-brunstane-primary-school-edinburgh\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/w=1000.jpeg,h=750\" data-orig-size=\"1000,750\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"Pupils in their newly retrofitted classroom at Brunstane Primary School, Edinburgh\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/F92qk9bnhVOT8KcXbWkWyg\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/Pupils-in-their-newly-retrofitted-classroom-at-Brunstane-Primary-School-Edinburgh.jpg\/w=300,h=225\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/F92qk9bnhVOT8KcXbWkWyg\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/Pupils-in-their-newly-retrofitted-classroom-at-Brunstane-Primary-School-Edinburgh.jpg\/w=696,h=522\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/w=1000.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-615030\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>Stop Trump Protest<\/p>\n<p>A protest will be held in the Meadows on Thursday evening with a message to President Trump and his second State Visit to the UK. <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"615031\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/five-things-you-need-to-know-today-1986\/sts-edinburgh-square-1024x1024\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758090734_940_w=1024.jpeg,h=1024,fit=crop\" data-orig-size=\"1024,1024\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"sts-edinburgh-square-1024\u00d71024\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/F92qk9bnhVOT8KcXbWkWyg\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/sts-edinburgh-square-1024x1024-1.jpg\/w=300,h=300,fit=crop\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/F92qk9bnhVOT8KcXbWkWyg\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/sts-edinburgh-square-1024x1024-1.jpg\/w=696,h=696,fit=crop\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758090734_940_w=1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-615031\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>Camera Obscura &amp; World of Illusions  win a Thistle Award<\/p>\n<p>Camera Obscura &amp; World of Illusions has been crowned winner of the Inclusion Award at the 2025 Central and East Scotland, regional final of the Scottish Thistle Awards.<\/p>\n<p>was recognised for setting a benchmark for inclusive tourism by embedding accessibility, diversity, and compassion into every aspect of its visitor experience. From free carer tickets, sensory backpacks, and a Quiet Space, to digital innovations like a Virtual Tour and Accessibility Guide, the attraction ensures everyone can engage with its interactive exhibits in comfort and confidence. A diverse team trained in inclusive communication and wellbeing support enriches the experience, while community partnerships, discounted access schemes, and flexible ticketing extend opportunities to disadvantaged groups. By continually gathering feedback, refining services, and collaborating with sector peers, Camera Obscura demonstrates an ongoing commitment to welcoming people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities creating a joyful, hands-on environment where no one is left out.<\/p>\n<p>General Manager, Andrew Johnson said\u00a0\u201cWe are thrilled and deeply honoured to receive the Inclusion Award at this year\u2019s Thistle Awards. The calibre of finalists was incredibly strong, which makes this recognition even more humbling. It is a true testament to the hard work, creativity, and compassion of our team, who have worked tirelessly to make Camera Obscura &amp; World of Illusions a place where everyone feels welcome. Winning this award inspires us to keep pushing boundaries in inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring every visitor can enjoy the magic of our attraction.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-attachment-id=\"615032\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/five-things-you-need-to-know-today-1986\/general-manager-andrew-johnson-with-the-inclusion-award-from-the-thistle-awards-regional-final-2025\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/F92qk9bnhVOT8KcXbWkWyg\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/General-Manager-Andrew-Johnson-with-the-Inclusion-Award-from-the-Thistle-Awards-Regional-Final-2025.jpg\/w=1200,h=900\" data-orig-size=\"1200,900\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.2&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 14 Pro&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1757682661&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;2.22&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;320&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.0125&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"General Manager Andrew Johnson with the Inclusion Award from the Thistle Awards Regional Final 2025\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/F92qk9bnhVOT8KcXbWkWyg\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/General-Manager-Andrew-Johnson-with-the-Inclusion-Award-from-the-Thistle-Awards-Regional-Final-2025.jpg\/w=300,h=225\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/imagedelivery.net\/F92qk9bnhVOT8KcXbWkWyg\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/General-Manager-Andrew-Johnson-with-the-Inclusion-Award-from-the-Thistle-Awards-Regional-Final-2025.jpg\/w=696,h=522\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1758090734_354_w=1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-615032\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>Stone Bone and Linen at Dundas Street Gallery <\/p>\n<p>Three artists from Dumfries are bringing their work to the Dundas Gallery from 17 September in a new exhibition called Stone, Bone and Linen.<\/p>\n<p>The unusual title reflects their separate fields of expertise \u2013 and the exhibition is an expression of their friendship as well as their art.<\/p>\n<p>Minette Bell Macdonald, Mishi Bellamy and Silvy Weatherall are all individual artists who are combining their art in a city exhibition. They plan to be at the gallery every day to show and discuss their work.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/at-dundas-street-gallery-stone-bone-linen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read more here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"591\" height=\"333\" data-attachment-id=\"615081\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/2025\/09\/at-dundas-street-gallery-stone-bone-linen\/stone-flyer-jpg\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/theedinburghreporter.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/stone-flyer.jpg.avif\" data-orig-size=\"591,333\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" 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