Hello reader, Welcome to today's round-up from the Edinburgh Evening News. Here's what's been making the headlines so far: 🔵 Nicola Sturgeon's husband Peter Murrell quits SNP after being charged with 'embezzlement' of party funds The 59-year-old was charged at 6.35pm after being arrested on Thursday morning and questioned by detectives for more than nine hours. It is understood Mr Murrell has resigned his SNP membership. 🔵 Edinburgh man wanted for six years caught An Edinburgh man wanted by police for six years was finally arrested during a routine patrol this week. 🔵 Drop in Airbnb listings 'shows our policy is working' says council Edinburgh council has said a drop in Airbnb listings in the Capital suggests its crackdown on short-term lets is working. 🔵 Permanent city centre road closures move step closer The city council's scheme will mean new cycle lanes, more space for pedestrians, bus gates to stop through traffic and a car ban in some streets. 🔵 20 amazing Edinburgh bars and pubs everyone should visit Have a scroll through our picture gallery to see which 20 pubs in the Capital the Good Pub Guide thinks are worth a visit – and let us know your own favourites in the comments section before you go. |