Edinburgh’s Transport & Environment Convener and Labour’s Councillor for the Pentland Hills Ward 🌹https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3muwckgybdc2iMore transport related fan mail received today. Online stick is one thing, hand written and posted is next level dedication.07 Sep 2026 10:31 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3muwckgybdc2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mtu4x4su3k2m🚌 Great news for Ratho! From 31 August, a new six-month trial bus service will connect Ratho directly with Edinburgh city centre, running hourly, seven days a week. A huge thank you to the local community who have fought hard for better bus links. Now let’s get on board and make it a success! 🚌24 Aug 2026 20:21 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtu4x4su3k2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mso2xcmzqc2aI’m backing Michael Marra to be the next Leader of the Scottish Labour Party. Michael brings the experience, energy and political judgement that Scottish Labour needs right now.09 Aug 2026 17:04 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mso2xcmzqc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mslesfegn227Now that is what you call a campaign session! Great to have the support of Labour Students today in Newington. Ruth Elliott’s campaign in the Southside Newington by-election is going from strength to strength 👏👏👏08 Aug 2026 15:22 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mslesfegn227https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mskprqia4k27This active travel project has been on ice for some time, I’m happy to play my part to see what I can do to thaw it out. https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2026/08/council-approach-scottish-government-for-support-to-make-the-powderhall-link-happen/08 Aug 2026 09:06 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mskprqia4k27https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mshyyxifmk2pThere is little more I can say about this comms disaster from the First Minister and the Scottish Government. Paddle boarding and folk concerts are obviously more important than Scotlands capital city. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/princes-street-fire-john-swinney-under-renewed-attack-over-response-as-social-media-posts-fail-to-mention-blaze-8843509?fbclid=IwdGRleATiYINwZG9mBWZkaWQWUMCjBQ3WJmHlLvPrIP_8ij0HLs0RUmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7HNZnUHyyHtYIKwbMSBV7uDibzhLbSw82JIlnksw84Q5hZhq5N5Dwc0JSnGQ_aem_4c_3OD_SOy1B-wfE2Xi6Ew07 Aug 2026 07:13 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mshyyxifmk2phttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3msgkrj7u6c2r🏡 Great to visit Murrayburn Gate at Westside Plaza today. The first residents will soon move into these new affordable homes, with 73 high-quality, energy-efficient homes being delivered in total. Edinburgh needs more affordable housing, and I’m determined to keep pushing to deliver it.06 Aug 2026 17:26 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3msgkrj7u6c2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3msgjoqrqjk2r🏡 Great to visit Murrayburn Gate at Westside Plaza today. The first residents will soon move into these new affordable homes, with 73 high-quality, energy-efficient homes being delivered in total. Edinburgh needs more affordable housing, and I’m determined to keep pushing to deliver it.06 Aug 2026 17:06 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3msgjoqrqjk2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mrrfpzmlv22qWe have asked the Scottish Government for some assistance. We haven’t had a reply. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/top-scottish-chefs-warn-leith-trade-being-destroyed-due-to-tram-disruption-as-fears-grow-for-festival-season-882667429 Jul 2026 07:29 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrrfpzmlv22qhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mrhw7ga4yc2bLovely morning to be out campaigning for Ruth Elliott in Craigmillar Park today. September 3rd is the date for your diary!25 Jul 2026 12:58 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrhw7ga4yc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mrhfrd5psc2kThe 200 images currently on display at the City Art Centre are just the tip of the iceberg. They offer only a glimpse into an extraordinary collection that captures Edinburgh’s rich social history. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwylnprlj68o25 Jul 2026 08:04 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrhfrd5psc2khttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mrestm743c23Look, if it was down to me I’ll just knock the building down and get the road reopened asap however like most things it isn’t quite as simple as that as Cllr Rust well knows. https://www.scotsman.com/news/princes-street-fire-senior-tory-councillor-calls-for-more-urgency-in-reopening-city-centre-881590324 Jul 2026 07:19 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrestm743c23https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mqeovuefmc23Great to see another fantastic turnout of activists as we introduce our brilliant local Labour candidate, Ruth Elliott, for the Southside/Newington by-election on 3 September. Looking forward to speaking with residents across the ward and sharing Ruth’s positive vision for the community.11 Jul 2026 12:44 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqeovuefmc23https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mqem7attgk23On my way to a campaign session this morning, I spotted a hardworking squad out weeding around the Mayfield Road shops. I stopped to thank them for all their efforts in keeping the area looking its best. Brilliant work, and thank you for everything you do! 👏🌱11 Jul 2026 11:55 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqem7attgk23https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mqblxyxvzs2zWhat an achievement! I’m delighted for Dr Scott Arthur MP and his amazing team. A well deserved award for an important piece of legalisation 👏 https://www.holyrood.com/news/view,scott-arthur-named-mp-of-the-year-for-rare-cancers-act10 Jul 2026 07:13 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqblxyxvzs2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mq22tcftvc25I’m old enough to remember when the SNP proposed replacing the regressive Council Tax. Nearly two decades later they’ve settled on a tax on Edinburgh! Tell them what you think of their plans here 👇 https://www.gov.scot/publications/consultation-council-tax-high-value-property-bands-mansion-tax/07 Jul 2026 07:18 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq22tcftvc25https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mq22edecxs25Good. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c74yy1yd340o07 Jul 2026 07:10 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq22edecxs25https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mq22bcwktc25Good to see Edinburgh’s #SummertimeStreets returning. Creating more space for people to walk safely during the festival season benefits residents and visitors alike. A simple, sensible measure that helps the city work better at its busiest. 🚶🚲🎭 https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/news/article/14441/summertime-streets-changes-return07 Jul 2026 07:08 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq22bcwktc25https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mpzzvho5ls25It’s taken me four years, but I’ve finally achieved what can only be described as the pinnacle of socialist respectability… I’ve been quoted in the Morning Star. 🌹✊ https://morningstaronline.co.uk/article/edinburghers-urged-leave-coning-glasgow07 Jul 2026 07:01 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpzzvho5ls25https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mptjqtkrt226So good to be back on the campaign trail this morning in Sciennes with our fantastic local Labour candidate for the Southside/Newington by-election Ruth Elliott04 Jul 2026 16:56 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mptjqtkrt226https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mpoim7aoik2mIt was fantastic to attend this event today, marking one year until the Tour gets underway. As the host of the Grand Départ, Edinburgh has a unique opportunity to showcase our city to the world. [contains quote post or other embedded content]02 Jul 2026 16:53 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpoim7aoik2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mp2enf5dt225A £370,000 pay-off funded by the public purse raises serious questions. I helped draft the Labour amendment being tabled tomorrow and will ensure no stone is left unturned in establishing the facts. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinburgh-trams-boss-received-excessive-ps370000-pay-off-council-chiefs-call-for-immediate-investigation-8758797?fbclid=IwdGRleASotpxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe0HmhBueG6vQFvnf75PpbcziiS4Cij6XMeXzFXVInmDst7XBgp4HZNsLdQpE_aem_NE56AOPGlnrhhd3tej0Q_g24 Jun 2026 16:48 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp2enf5dt225https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mp2ebo4dls25Great to meet S5 students from Tynecastle, Firrhill and Boroughmuir High Schools taking part in the Alistair Darling Internship Programme. Before they head to Westminster tomorrow with Dr Scott Arthur MP, I was pleased to show them around the City Chambers and explain how local government works.24 Jun 2026 16:42 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp2ebo4dls25https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3moswbxaegk2lI’ve written a piece in this weekend’s Scotsman/Scotland on Sunday on the strategic importance of tram to help manage Edinburgh’s population and economic growth. Have a read below and tell me what you think? https://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/fast-growing-edinburgh-stands-at-a-crossroads-and-its-trams-are-key-875146621 Jun 2026 17:43 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3moswbxaegk2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mopouhdsik2qThe result wasn’t what we wanted however I had a great time last night with my pals at the Stewart Brewing fan zone in Loanhead. Well organised, good food and it goes without saying quality beer 🍺20 Jun 2026 10:52 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mopouhdsik2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3momrty7qus27Powerful deputations from both sides of the Braids Estate modal filter debate at yesterday’s transport committee. I hope our decision delivers some clarity and draws a line under what has been a tale of woe for many years. https://www.edinburghlive.co.uk/news/edinburgh-news/bid-save-edinburgh-cycle-route-34147069.amp19 Jun 2026 07:07 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3momrty7qus27https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3momqtmq5z227Yesterday was a really important step on Edinburgh’s tram journey. I would like to thank everyone who took part in the consultation and the Officers who analysed and presented the findings to committee. https://theedinburghreporter.co.uk/2026/06/councillors-agree-on-tram-business-case/19 Jun 2026 06:49 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3momqtmq5z227https://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mokckk637k2nI think I’m going to get t-shirts made up with “fairly inconclusive” across the front. Seems to be a line that has wound up all the right people. https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/opinion/columnists/tram-extension-proving-divisive-and-may-be-academic-in-the-end-steve-cardownie-8745395?itm_source=internal&itm_campaign=breaking-news-ticker&itm_channel=homepage_banner&itm_content=318 Jun 2026 07:28 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mokckk637k2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mo34yitci22iI always have a great time at the Scottish Transport Awards in Glasgow, this year it was extra special as the team received a special commendation for the rollout of Edinburgh’s cycle hire scheme 👏12 Jun 2026 06:39 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo34yitci22ihttps://bsky.app/profile/stephenjenkinson.bsky.social/post/3mnyrffy3k225There is always more we can do but I’m really proud of the Officers and all the frontline staff who have really worked hard to make this happy. A fantastic set of results and who doesn’t like beating Glasgow 😜 https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/edinburgh-emerges-as-scotlands-cleanest-city-beating-glasgow-by-10-points-866763611 Jun 2026 08:06 +0000at://did:plc:gdfwpfalmrsymsyx5pmwlzpy/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnyrffy3k225