Episode Details

Edinburgh’s city center is getting a major safety upgrade with a brand-new policing unit funded by the city’s Visitor Levy — the five percent hotel tax set to generate £50 million annually starting July 2026. Staffed by 50 officers, this dedicated team will patrol high-traffic zones, tackle retail crime and violence, and support major events — all while freeing up other officers to serve neighborhoods. Police Scotland is matching the council’s investment, signaling a united commitment to urban safety. Beyond policing, the levy will fund park improvements, public spaces, and historic site restoration — turning Edinburgh into a safer, more vibrant destination for residents and visitors alike.

Listen in comfort:
Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/7c1247ce880574ac