About Edinburgh Daily News (EDN)
Edinburgh Daily News (EDN) is a journalism passion project and a community-driven, independent news publication dedicated to delivering reliable, hyperlocal, and people-centric news across Edinburgh. We report on local politics, social issues, business, transport, housing, crime, education, and cultural life, ensuring that the voices of Edinburgh’s diverse communities are heard and accurately represented.
Our work focuses on stories that directly affect residents, told with fairness, clarity, and a strong connection to the city.
Our Core Principles
At Edinburgh Daily News (EDN), we believe strong local journalism is essential for informed communities and a healthy democracy. Our editorial approach is guided by the following principles.
Strong Ethical Journalism
We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalistic integrity. In an era of misinformation, EDN prioritises fact-based reporting, balanced viewpoints, and responsible storytelling.
Every story is thoroughly researched, carefully verified, and presented transparently. Our journalists follow a strict ethical code to ensure our reporting remains independent, unbiased, and trustworthy. Our aim is to be a reliable source of news for Edinburgh residents.
Promoting Street Journalism
News should be created with the community, not just about it.
Mainstream media often overlooks everyday issues that shape local life. Edinburgh Daily News empowers citizen journalists, community contributors, and local storytellers to report on events and concerns within their neighbourhoods.
By encouraging street journalism, we amplify local voices, highlight overlooked issues, and ensure real community experiences help shape the news agenda.
Building an Informed Community
An informed city is a stronger city.
Our mission is to educate, engage, and empower people across Edinburgh through accessible and relevant journalism. We provide daily updates on civic matters, transport, housing, business, crime, and local governance.
We also publish in-depth investigations into issues that matter to residents, opinion pieces that encourage thoughtful discussion, and practical guides that help people understand public services, rights, and opportunities.
By keeping communities informed, we help residents make confident decisions for themselves and their city.
Strengthening Local Democracy
A thriving democracy depends on public awareness and participation.
Edinburgh Daily News closely follows local government activity, policy decisions, council meetings, and elections, holding institutions and leaders accountable.
We encourage civic engagement by explaining complex political topics in clear language, offering a platform for community leaders and activists, and highlighting initiatives that bring positive change to Edinburgh.
Our reporting helps bridge the gap between decision-makers and residents, empowering people to take an active role in shaping the city’s future.
News by the People, for the People
At Edinburgh Daily News (EDN), our news is not just reported by professional journalists—it is powered by volunteer Street Reporters who are residents of the boroughs we cover.
These local citizen reporters play a crucial role in ensuring that everyday issues, often overlooked by mainstream media, are brought to light. Whether it’s transport disruptions, housing concerns, local events, or grassroots movements, our Street Reporters provide firsthand, authentic insights into the realities of life in East London.
Although they are not professional journalists, our volunteer Street Reporters undergo a robust, comprehensive training program to equip them with the foundations of journalism, ethical reporting, and unbiased storytelling. This ensures that every report maintains the credibility and integrity that EDN upholds.
We believe that those who live in a community understand its challenges and successes best. That’s why we encourage local residents to contribute their perspectives, photos, and news tips.
📖 Want to learn more about our Street Journalism Training Programme? Visit our Street Journalism Training Programme page to see how Edinburgh Daily News trains and empowers local voices to become trusted news contributors.
We believe that those who live in a community understand its challenges and successes best. That’s why we encourage Edinburgh residents to share their perspectives, photos, and local news tips.
💡 Interested in covering local news for Edinburgh Daily News? Visit our Become a Street Reporter page to get started.
Our Coverage
We cover news from across Edinburgh, including its neighbourhoods, wards, and surrounding areas.
No matter where you live, Edinburgh Daily News is your local source for stories that affect your daily life.
Why Edinburgh Daily News?
Edinburgh Daily News delivers independent, ethical, and community-focused journalism that goes beyond mainstream headlines. We provide a platform for citizen journalists, support emerging writers, and remain committed to transparency, accuracy, and public-service reporting.
Edinburgh Daily News — reporting Edinburgh through the voices of its people.
