NHS leaders today said they were committed to building a new health and social centre in Firrhill and quashed rumours of financial problems. The new three-storey centre near Colinton will move two GP practices to one location, alongside district nurses and health visitors.

PLANS for a new health centre in Firrhill have moved a step closer after the Scottish Government awarded NHS Lothian almost GBP 3.5 million.

By Ian Swanson Scottish A NEW law to ban under-18s from using sunbeds is set to be passed by the Scottish Parliament.

By Alan Roden Health Reporter A MULTI-MILLION-POUND health and social care centre is set to be built in south-west Edinburgh following a major funding boost from the Scottish Government.

By Graham Grant THOUSANDS of pounds of taxpayers money is to be spent on teaching children how to get in touch with their emotions. The scheme, aimed at primary pupils, is a part of a growing trend that has seen some schools introduce hugging lessons to help them express their thoughts.