A new report is highlighting the continued impact of the city council’s procurement and community benefits policies in generating local economic and employment opportunities. More here: bit.ly/4y1S59g

The Dundee Fringe is returning to the city for its sixth year, with two senior councillors giving their backing to the event and encouraging locals to come along and join in the fun.🎭 Read more at: bit.ly/DundeeFringe...

Work to build 24 new flats on a prominent corner site in the West End of Dundee is on schedule for completion next year. 🏗️ More than £8.5m has been set aside to fund the project, at Blackness Road which will provide six wheelchair accessible one-bedroom flats and 18 two-bedroom properties.

Dundee Partnership comes together to shape future of city. 🤝 Members of the Dundee Partnership Management Group have signed the new Dundee Partnership Charter, marking a shared commitment to working together around the principles and priorities that matter most to Dundee and its communities.

Initial Qualification Scotland results are showing encouraging areas of improvement for pupils in the city. More details here: bit.ly/4i31XKP

People in Dundee are being encouraged to attend events throughout September for Recovery Month. TSI Dundee (formally Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action) have developed a programme of events with the support of recovery organisations within the city. Full details here: bit.ly/4gKcsAw

As Dundee Recovery Month 2026 begins, Depute Lord Provost and Council spokesperson for Alcohol & Drugs, Cllr Nadia El-Nakla, visited an Overdose Awareness Day event in City Square. 💜

From next week (Tuesday September 1), EV drivers using Dundee City Council charge points on the Evolt Network will benefit from lower charging tariffs. 🔌⚡️ Full details: bit.ly/4gAwwF8

Are you a student living in/moving to Dundee? As a full time student you need to register for Council Tax and apply for your exemption. To find out more and register online visit ➡️ bit.ly/4zDoJiJ

Dundee City Council leader Cllr Mark Flynn helped to launch this year's Dundee Opportunities Day at Marryat Hall. The event aims to connect employers, education/training providers and people seeking opportunities.

Dundee’s City Square has seen a series of new planters installed enhancing the area, following an investment of £93,000 from the Council’s Low Emission Zone funds.🌳 Read more: bit.ly/DundeeCitySq...

Plans for this year's Christmas in Dundee programme are taking shape, with two popular festive events returning and the potential for a drone light show.🎄 Read more at: bit.ly/ChristmasinD...

Investment of over £800,000 has been made at two Dundee primaries over the summer holidays as part of a citywide school building improvement drive. More details here: bit.ly/4zyHQuq

A refreshed Biodiversity Action Plan for Dundee to protect, restore and enhance the city’s natural environment until 2030 is set to be considered by Councillors next week. www.dundeecity.gov.uk/news/article...

A reduction of nearly a third in the number of serious casualties on Dundee's roads over the past year is highlighted in a new report showcasing how road safety measures are being implemented across the city.🚦

As part of her role as Depute Convener of Neighbourhood, Housing & Communities, Cllr Lynne Short recently attended community fun days at Arthurstone Library and Linlathen. 🫶

An updated strategy aimed at expanding food growing opportunities across Dundee while supporting local communities will be put to Councillors. 🍎 www.dundeecity.gov.uk/news/article...

🫂 The Dundee Health and Social Care Partnership has published its Annual Performance Review for 2025/26, highlighting how the Partnership has supported individuals, families and communities across Dundee. bit.ly/4i969IT

Two of our newest sets of twins started school today at St Mary’s RC Primary School! 🏫 This year, 1,299 children will start Primary 1, with 12 sets of twins embarking on their first day of school.

We are seeking an exceptional Director of Leisure and Culture/Managing Director of Leisure and Culture Dundee to help shape the future of one of Scotland's most ambitious and forward-looking cities.

More than half a dozen new recruits have been welcomed to Dundee City Council’s pool of trades people. 🛠️ bit.ly/NewApprentic...

Beautiful Scotland judges have visited the city as part of Bonnie Dundee’s entry to this year’s awards.🌷 www.dundeecity.gov.uk/news/article...

Gaelic Community Classes! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🗣️ Gaelic community classes offered by Dundee City Council are starting again after the summer holidays! Free to attend and fully funded by Bòrd na Gàidhlig.

A weekly group aiming to tackle social isolation in older men has welcomed a special visitor. Lynne Short depute convener of Dundee City Council’s neighbourhood, housing and communities committee dropped in on the Menzieshill group recently.

Bikehangar Rollout Steps Up a Gear to Meet Demand. 🚲 Residents across the city will soon benefit from 13 new Bikehangars, increasing Dundee's secure on-street cycle parking provision by over 30%. Find out more: bit.ly/BikehangarsD...

Today is Zero HIV Stigma Day. ❌ The Council’s equalities spokesperson, Cllr Nadia El-Nakla, is showing her support for the campaign and describing why it is important that we specifically challenge the impact of stigma, which persists despite biomedical advancements in HIV prevention and care.

Gaelic Walk at Balgay Park!🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚶‍♀️ Join us for a scenic, leisurely walk through Balgay Park exploring the Gaelic history and heritage of Dundee and the surrounding area. The walk is in English with no Gaelic experience necessary!

Dundee City Council is continuing to support the Career Ready initiative by giving young people paid internships to help them experience the potential work opportunities in a local authority. www.dundeecity.gov.uk/news/article...

Upgrades to Baxter Park’s play park have officially been completed with the local community coming together for the reopening of the space. www.dundeecity.gov.uk/news/article...

New air quality sensors have been installed at three Dundee primary schools to provide awareness of pollutant levels, helping with educating about emission reduction and cleaner air for communities as part of a collaborative project. www.dundeecity.gov.uk/news/article...